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The Old Schoolhouse Inn

4.0 star property
4-star beach inn with free breakfast

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Balcony
Garden
Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reception hall
Lobby
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

Map
100 Ballydrain Road, Comber, Newtownards, Newtownards, Northern Ireland, BT23 6EA
  • Popular LocationStormont Parliament Buildings15 min drive
  • Popular LocationSSE Arena19 min drive
  • Popular LocationTitanic Belfast20 min drive
  • AirportBelfast (BFS-Belfast Intl.)63 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Comfort Double Room Single Use, Garden View

32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

Comfort Double Room Single Use, Garden View

8.6/10 Very Good
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View

32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View

9.4/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Garden View

32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

Classic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Garden View

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Exterior
Pier 36
Breakfast included
Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, (73)
The price is $101
per night
$121 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 11 - Jun 12
Pier 36

About the neighborhood

Newtownards

Newtownards retreat .At this Newtownards inn, you'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Scrabo Tower and 12 miles (20 km) of Rockmount Golf Club. Mount Stewart and Castle Park are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Stormont Parliament Buildings - 15 min drive
  • Ormeau Park - 17 min drive
  • Queen's University of Belfast - 19 min drive
  • SSE Arena - 19 min drive
  • Titanic Belfast - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Marino Station - 18 min drive
  • Belfast International Airport (BFS) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • TRAIT Coffee - 5 min drive
  • Daft Eddy's - 8 min drive
  • Ards Rangers Club - 11 min drive
  • Herrons Country Fried Chicken - 5 min drive
  • Comber Tandoori - 5 min drive

About this property

The Old Schoolhouse Inn

4-star beach inn with free breakfast
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. A library, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Old Schoolhouse Inn. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Newtownards inn.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1926
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
The Old Schoolhouse Inn offers 12 accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Newtownards inn provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and microwaves can be requested.

Languages

English, French, German

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Microwave on request
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • Playground

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Low-height bed
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Low-height desk
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave on request
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily until 10:30 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Old Schoolhouse Inn Newtownards
Old Schoolhouse Newtownards
The Old Schoolhouse Inn Inn
The Old Schoolhouse Inn Newtownards
The Old Schoolhouse Inn Inn Newtownards

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Old Schoolhouse Inn to the airport?

The Old Schoolhouse Inn is 13.8 mi (35-min drive) away from the Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Old Schoolhouse Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Old Schoolhouse Inn.

How close is The Old Schoolhouse Inn to the beach?

This inn is 15.9 mi (44-min drive) from Ballyholme Beach.

Does The Old Schoolhouse Inn offer free breakfast?

The Old Schoolhouse Inn offers free English breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Old Schoolhouse Inn?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Old Schoolhouse Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Old Schoolhouse Inn?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does The Old Schoolhouse Inn have a pool?

The Old Schoolhouse Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Old Schoolhouse Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Old Schoolhouse Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Old Schoolhouse Inn to downtown Newtownards?

The Old Schoolhouse Inn is 0.5 mi away from Ballydrain.

The Old Schoolhouse Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 76 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hospitality. Great breakfast. Relaxing, homely environment in a great rural location for exploring East Co Down, as well as being a short drive from all the attractions of Belfast
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

JAYNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A wonderful B & B
The Old Schoolhouse Inn was one of the nicest places that we have stayed at. It was in a beautiful and quiet area run by a lovely couple who couldn't do enough for us, they looked after us so well. we hope to return there again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Delightful place to stay in Newtownards
Very friendly and helpful hosts, good location, close to Belfast but very rural, comfortable room, fabulous breakfast, plenty of parking and exactly what we hoped it would be.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yusuf

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very peaceful,host are very welcoming,breakfast is superb,very enjoyable stay,will certainly be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Short stay at Old School House Inn
We thoroughly enjoyed our short stay - 2 nights. The staff were extremely helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022