Taste of Ballycastle
Enjoy sea views, barista coffee, and a two-course dinner at Marconi’s Bistro. Explore iconic sights like the Giants Causeway, then relax with fish & chips, local whiskey, and a pint of Guinness. Wrap up with coffee and pastries from Ursa Minor Bakehouse before you check out!
A two night foodie break at the AA 4 Star Marine Hotel Ballycastle that includes an evening meal at Marconi’s Bar & Bistro on a night of your choice, a voucher for £20 to use at one of the UKs best takeaways, Morton’s Fish & Chip. A voucher for £10 to redeem at the recent winner of Bakery/Cafe in Ireland at the Georgina Campbell Awards, Ursa Minor Bakehouse.
As part of your exclusive Taste of Ballycastle Experience, enjoy a complimentary signature cocktail – the Rathlin Sound Sour. Inspired by the stretch of water between Ballycastle and Rathlin Island, this locally crafted cocktail perfectly captures the essence of the region.
Package available throughout 2025 starting from £170 per person sharing
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Stay by the Sea on the Causeway Coastal Route
The crowds have dispersed, the sea is cooler, the days are shorter. Autumn is the perfect time to make your way to the coast for a relaxing getaway by the sea. Explore the Giants Causeway, Dark Hedges or visit Rathlin Island with The Marine Hotel Ballycastle as your coastal base. Spacious rooms with a choice of Seaview, pet friendly or space for the whole family.
Sample some of the best of local foods that Ballycastle has to offer? Join us at the Marine Hotel Ballycastle for the two night ‘Taste of Ballycastle’ package this Spring, Summer, Autumn & Winter Season.
Check in at the hotel from 3pm and relax in the lounge with a fresh barista coffee and enjoy the views of the sea, Ballycastle Beach & Fairhead.
In the evening join us in Marconi’s Bistro for a two course evening meal. Kick back and relax with some after Dinner Signature Cocktails or a Liqueur Coffee in the lounge.
On your second day explore the best the Causeway Coast has to offer with some of the countries most famous & iconic tourist hotspots located nearby. The Giants Causeway, Dark Hedges, Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge are all along the Causeway Coastal Route or if the weather is permitting, visit Rathlin Island and take in the panoramic scenic views, visit one of the three famous lighthouses or enjoy nature walks.
After a brisk early evening walk along the beach, tuck into Fish & Chips from the Multi Award Winning Morton’s.
In the evening, enjoy the Craic and take in the ambience at one of the local traditional bars, sample a whiskey in The Clock Room at ‘The Boyd’, traditional music at ‘House of McDonnell’ or more commonly known amongst the locals as ‘Wee Toms’.
Finish off with a nice cold pint of Guinness at one of our neighbours up at ‘Tessie’s’ or ‘The Harbour Bar’.
After check out on Day 3, pop into award winning Ursa Minor Bakehouse for a coffee and pastries or sample some of their Artisan Breads to enjoy on-site or takeaway.
Dine with a sea view at Marconi's Bistro
On the first evening, join us in Marconi’s Bistro for a two course dinner from our eclectic menu.
A seasonal menu with a variety of dishes using only the best in local produce from carefully selected & recommended suppliers.
What can you expect from the menu? Our menu offers not only variety but mouth watering flavours, plenty of choice and catering for all dietary requirements. Dine, relax, indulge and enjoy the views.
Experience Morton's Ballycastle: The UK's No.1 Fish & Chip Shop
Fresh, Local & Delicious. Morton’s have been catching and battering their own fish and taking Ballycastle quayside by storm since the takeaway opened in 2005.
As part of the Taste of Ballycastle package, you can choose which night to redeem your voucher for the UK’s No. 1 Fish & Chip Shop as mentioned in The Times, 2022.
Indulge in Ursa Minor's Bakehouse Artisan Produce
An award winning independent real bread bakery based in Ballycastle. Ursa Minor offer high quality teas & coffees alongside their small batch pastries, sweet bakes & breads.
“We try and do just a few things but do them really well and have a strong focus of seasonal, local & quality produce. We are continually experimenting with flavours and techniques and aim to offer something different, new and exciting”
Winner of Best Bakery/Cafe in Ireland in the Georgina Campbell Awards 2024
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