By R.L. Cultrona
If you are traveling to Northern Ireland prepare to make some tough decisions when it comes to hotels. Northern Ireland offers a wide range of accommodations; from trendy urban boutique hotels to sprawling country
resorts with a few historic estates in between. No matter what your personal taste in hotels, the offerings of Northern Ireland will not disappoint.
Ten Square
Touted as "Belfast's Coolest Hotel," by the "Sunday Times," Ten Square has become a popular haven for celebrities and discerning travelers alike. The boutique hotel is located in the heart of Belfast City Centre near City Hall. Each of its 23 luxury rooms features plush carpets, low level beds with dark headboards and elegant furnishings providing a healthy mix of cozy and cosmopolitan. The Grill Room is the on-site restaurant and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week. It is the perfect place to grab coffee before a meeting or cocktails after a long day of shopping and sightseeing. For guests looking for a complete luxury experience Ten Square offers a variety of packages for your stay. If you are looking for a romantic weekend, a girl's night out or even to party like a rock star they are sure to have something for you.
Ten Square
10 Donegall Square South
Belfast, BT1 5JD
Tel: +44 (0) 28 90 241 001
Fax: +44 (0) 28 90 243 210
www.tensquare.co.uk
Culloden Estate and Spa
Built in 1876 and fully renovated in 2004 this five-star hotel is situated in the Holywood hills overlooking the County Antrim coastline and Belfast Lough. Five miles from Belfast the estate was originally built as a palace for the Bishops of Down and occupies 12 acres of private gardens and woodlands. Culloden boasts 79 rooms, including 16 suites. Each guest room is meticulously decorated to evoke a feeling of tranquility and relaxation. The Elysium Spa is on-site and offers a wide variety of treatments as well as health and fitness facilities. Guests of Culloden can also enjoy privileged tee times at the nearby Royal Belfast Golf Club. The property offers two dinning venues, Mitre Restaurant which offers table d'hôte and a la carte dinning as well as the more casual Cultra Inn.
Culloden Estate and Spa
Bangor Road, Holywood
Belfast, BT18 OEX
Tel: +44 (0) 28 90 421 066
Fax: +44 (0) 28 90 426 777
www.hastingshotels.com/culloden
Lough Erne Golf Resort
Located on its own secluded island between Castle Hume Lough and Lower Lough Erne this resort couples old-world tradition and comfort with new luxury and style. Each of their 120 rooms is appointed with rich fabrics, Irish Linen, elegant furnishings and offers stunning views of the lake and garden areas. The Resort offers two golf courses including a Nick Faldo designed golf course, which was designed to take advantage of the natural Lakeland and topography. The Thai Spa, located on property, affords the ultimate in relaxation. The Thai Therapist trains in Thailand and provide a variety of services and treatments. Spa treatments also include use of the Crystal Aroma steam room, Monea Light relaxation room and Monea Deep relaxation room. The Resort has two options for dining, The Blaney Bar for cocktails and casual dining and the Catalina Restaurant for fine dining.
Lough Erne Golf Resort
Belleek Road, Enniskillen
Fermanagh, BT93 7ED
Northern Ireland
Tel: +44 (0) 28 66 323 230
www.loughernegolfresort.com
About the Author:
R.L. Cultrona is a San Diego native and a graduate of San Diego State University. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in theater, television and film with a minor in communications and political science. She began writing online instructional articles in June 2009.
