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Ardtara Country House

4.0 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this 4-star Maghera hotel

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Exterior
Living area
Living area
Restaurant
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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8 Gorteade Rd, Maghera, Northern Ireland, BT46 5SA
  • Place, The Quadrangle
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Maghera Library
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Sperrins
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Belfast (BFS-Belfast Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Double or Twin Room

Classic Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Upperlands

In Maghera .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Maghera hotel, you'll find The Quadrangle and Maghera Library. Mullagh Bridge Picnic Area and Tobermore Golf Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • The Quadrangle - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Maghera Library - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Mullagh Bridge Picnic Area - 10 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Sperrins - 15 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Seamus Heaney HomePlace - 18 min drive - 19.5 km

Getting around

  • Ballymoney Station - 27 min drive
  • Belfast International Airport (BFS) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cosy Corner Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Friels Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Café 3121 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪O'Briens - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Ardtara Country House

Enjoy free breakfast at this 4-star Maghera hotel
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Ardtara Country House also features a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Maghera hotel is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Ardtara Country House offers 9 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and slippers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. This Maghera hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Slippers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ardtara Country House to the airport?

Ardtara Country House is 30.8 mi (48-min drive) away from the Belfast International Airport (BFS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ardtara Country House?

As of May 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ardtara Country House on Jun 10, 2026 start from CA $295, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Ardtara Country House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Ardtara Country House.

Does Ardtara Country House offer free breakfast?

Ardtara Country House offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Ardtara Country House?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Ardtara Country House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Ardtara Country House?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Ardtara Country House have a pool?

Ardtara Country House does not have a pool.

Does Ardtara Country House have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Ardtara Country House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Ardtara Country House to downtown Maghera?

Ardtara Country House is 0.4 mi away from Upperlands.

Ardtara Country House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

June

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous location, beautiful house with the friendliest most attentive staff. Felt like staying at home. Delicious breakfast too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderfully friendly staff, beautiful rooms, warm and cozy ambience. Can’t wait to stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying here! Everyone was so very kind and we’d love to come back some day!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garth

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service from Sean the General Manager was personal professional accommodating and courteous at all times.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was first class and the dinner is the best meal I've ever had anywhere. Breakfast was also excellent. Sean and the team made us feel very welcome and we had a beautiful, relaxing evening in a wonderful property. Ardtara was a real treat for us and we will definitel be back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything lovely from moment we arrived. Food especially was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful food and ambience. Attentive staff. Fabulous stay. Can only recommend a stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eamon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful period property overflowing with character whilst subtly including all the modern convenience needed for a favourable stay. Enjoyable, serene gardens that are well worth discovering, and probably the friendliest most welcoming check-in I have ever experienced. Will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The surroundings in the grounds tranquil plus nice to walk around the different areas. Staff were friendly and accommodating. Food was delicious and breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent a great small friendly country hotel no fuss friendly staff and excellent food. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were so friendly and helpful. The food was outstanding. Lovely big bed. We did have a room over the restaurant but once it got past 11pm it was so quiet we had a great night’s rest.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cozy, friendly hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Deana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were all very attentive and pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely fantastic stay! Beautiful property with fantastic staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mait

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing place

Ardtara House is amazing. Friendly atmosphere from the forst second with Sean. Room beautiful. Bed so soft. Food out of this world. Small lounges lovely. Drinks first class including their own special blend gin. Breakfast gorgeous.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024