Portrush

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Portrush Beach which includes a coastal town, a bay or harbor and general coastal views
Portrush
Portrush Beach which includes general coastal views, a beach and cruising
Portrush
Portrush
Portrush is NorthernIreland’s quintessential seaside town: a fun and lively resort with sandybeaches, a vibrant nightlife and plenty of daytime amusements.Portrush stretches out across a mile-longpeninsula that juts into the North Atlantic and presents a panorama of theCauseway Coast, from the Giant’s Causeway in the east to Lough Foyle and theheadlands of Donegal in the west. With its range of restaurants, nightclubs,hotels and eye-catching scenery, Portrush is agreat place for a family holiday.

From Flint Stones to Surfers – the History ofPortrush

Portrush was inhabitedsince at least 4,000 BC according to archaeologists, but modernPortrush has a lot more yabba-dabba-doo thesedays, drawing daytrippers to town with its selection of amusement arcades andsurf schools.

Yet there are some heritage sites that are well worthseeing, particularly DunluceCastle which is a short distance from the sea front. The ruins ofDunluce Castle are perched on a cliff at the edge of the sea, a dramaticlocation guaranteed to capture visitors’ imaginations. It dates back to the14th century and was the home of the MacDonnell clan until part of it fell intothe sea in 1639. A fire destroyed the rest in 1641.

Seaside Portrush

Whiterocks beach is a perfect location for familieswhen the sun shines, but the surf schools are out and about in all weather.Portrush is billed as “the surfing capital ofNorthern Ireland” and there is no shortage of instructors and surf shops tohelp novices catch their first wave. Portrush isalso great for windsurfing and other water sports – you can even take a trip ona fishing vessel to see how the professionals do it.

Sports and Leisure Pursuits in Portrush

Serious golf fans need look no further than the RoyalPortrush Golf Club, which hosted the British Open championship in1951 and has plans underway to upgrade it again. Should the committed golferget bored, there are two other courses in town. There are two bowling greens onthe seafront, and several tennis courts. Cyclists will enjoy the 22-mile tourthat goes from the Giant’s Causeway throughPortrush to Benone Strand.  And for children there is the pirate-themedWaterworld pool, complete with a Pirate’s Cove, rope bridge, water pistols andscramble net.

Shopping in Portrush

Portrush has shops tocater for all tastes, from edgy surfwear shops and holistic beauty salons toclassic womenswear, handmade jewellery and antiques. The White House departmentstore is a well-known landmark which has stood for more than a century andcontinues to sell its wares to modern customers.

Eating and Nightlife in Portrush

Portrush has no shortageof restaurants – the town boasts a variety of cuisines including stone-bakedpizza and Italian food, modern Irish restaurants, traditional pub grub andseafood. Among the pubs and cafes you’ll find a range of offerings from thegreasy spoon serving an Ulster Fry with black and white pudding to espressobars with the latest blends.

Kelly’s nightclub is a draw for people from aroundNorthern Ireland and has regular spots with big name international DJs, andthere are lots of other modern bars and traditional Irish pubs to choose fromand rest those dancing feet.

Enjoy Portrush

Portrush will liven upany holiday with a host of distractions from extravagant landscapes to adynamic nightlife. It’s also an excellent place to begin exploring NorthernIreland’s famous Causeway Coast, and take in the internationally-renownedGiant’s Causeway World Heritage site and the breathtaking Carrick-a-Rede ropebridge to find out exactly where they filmed Game of Thrones.

Inn on the Coast

Inn on the Coast

3 out of 5
50 BALLYREAGH ROAD, Portrush, Northern Ireland
The price is P8,246 per night from Aug 22 to Aug 23
P8,246
P9,895 total
Aug 22 - Aug 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Portrush. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (723 reviews)
Nice location
"Nice location"

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

Inn on the Coast
Marcus Hotel Portrush, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

Marcus Hotel Portrush, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

3.5 out of 5
39 - 41 Main Street, Portrush, Northern Ireland
The price is P10,000 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
P10,000
P12,000 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Portrush. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Royal Portrush Golf Club and Giant's Causeway ...
8/10 Very Good! (3 reviews)
Family break
"The accommodation is well finished and the staff pleasant. We had booked a room with a sofa bed which had not been made up so we were moved to a family room which had two beds but very little room around them. We had to leave a day early as my mother was admitted to hospital but the hotel would not ..."

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

Marcus Hotel Portrush, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
Dunluce Lodge

Dunluce Lodge

5 out of 5
Dunluce Lodge, Dunluce Road, Portrush, Northern Ireland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P50,627 per night from Aug 12 to Aug 13
P50,627
P60,753 total
Aug 12 - Aug 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Portrush. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Royal Portrush Golf Club and Giant's ...
Dunluce Lodge
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Curran Gate Luxury Apartments, Portrush

Curran Gate Luxury Apartments, Portrush

5 out of 5
Causeway St, Portrush, Northern Ireland
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Portrush. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Royal Portrush Golf Club and Giant's ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
"The location, accommodations and service were exceptional. I highly recommend this place for future travel."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Curran Gate Luxury Apartments, Portrush
The Wee Snug

The Wee Snug

3.5 out of 5
64 Causeway Street, Portrush, Northern Ireland
Stay at this 3.5-star beach apartment in Portrush. Popular attractions Royal Portrush Golf Club and Giant's Causeway are located nearby.
"This was perfect little stay in Portrush, central to everything only a little walk to everything"

Reviewed on Jan 10, 2025

The Wee Snug
Hazel Cottage

Hazel Cottage

3.5 out of 5
Portrush
Stay at this 3.5-star golf cottage in Portrush. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Royal Portrush Golf Club and Giant's Causeway ...
Hazel Cottage
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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