55 Ballyphilip Road suite 1, Portaferry, BT22 1RD, United Kingdom
#1 of 10 hotels in Portaferry
Guests' ChoiceBased on 689 apartment reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.7
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.8
Free Wifi
8.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: September 11, 2025
Joel
United KingdomTV was slightly small but no big issues
Spacious and good facilities
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: September 11, 2025
Allan
AustraliaDownstairs toilet when the bed was upstairs
It was new and relatively well appointed
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: September 9, 2025
Richie
United KingdomVery modern and clean! Beds very comfortable!
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: August 26, 2025
Neil
United KingdomFantastic modern accommodation in a historic building. Tranquil countryside location with pleasant short walk to Portaferry.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 25, 2025
Dolores
United KingdomPerfect, couldn't fault it.
Loved our stay and wish it had been longer. Facilities were excellent, everything was provided, and the apartment was spotlessly clean. The location was peaceful and relaxing, and Elaine and Pat were friendly and advised on places to eat and visit. Have recommended to family and friends, we will definitely be back.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 23, 2025
Saulius
United KingdomBeautiful, cosy & modern studio! Stayed here for 1 night. Definitely recommending for staying in Portaferry
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 21, 2025
Sarah
United KingdomIt was all excellent
This is a great place to stay. Lovely and clean. Highly recommended. Good value
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 18, 2025
Clare
United KingdomStunning property. Beautiful beaches within walking distance.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 14, 2025
Louise
United KingdomA really lovely studio apartment with everything needed for a comfortable stay
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 12, 2025
James
United KingdomReally good value. Quiet, clean and everything you would need
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 7, 2025
Tanya
United KingdomThough not expecting it, I was delighted to find some delicious pancakes and fresh milk in the room….. perfect for breakfast! I also requested early room access to be able to change and freshen up following a long journey to attend a funeral. Thank you so much Elaine, your help and courtesy was very much appreciated 🙏
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 7, 2025
Colette
United KingdomBathroom downstairs from the bedroom
Pancakes and coffee left for breakfast which is a nice touch.Comfortable bed
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 6, 2025
Mark
United KingdomWASNT PREPARED FOR THE STAIRS TO THE BEDROOM BUT COPED FOR OUR TWO NIGHT STAY.
THIS VISIT WAS FOR A BIRTHDAY. IT ALSO WAS A NOSTALGIC REVISIT OF CHILDHOOD MEMORIES AS THIS BUILDING WAS MY PRIMARY SCHOOL OVER 50 YEARS AGO. VERY SLICK REFURB OF THE OLDER PART OF THE SCHOOL. ABOUT A 20 MIN WALK / 3 MIN DRIVE FROM PORTAFERRY TOWN. LOTS GOING ON AT WEEKEND BUT MONDAYS AND TUESDAYS CAN BE VERY QUITE WITH MOST SIT IN RESTAURANTS CLOSED. VERY CLEAN MODERN LINES IN EACH APARTMENT. LIVING AREA KITCHEN MODERN AND ACCESSIBLE. VERY WELL REFURBISHED BATHROOM. ABOUT 15 STAIRS TO MEZZANINE BEDROOM WHICH WE HADNT PREPARED FOR BUT MANAGED FOR OUR 2 NIGHT STAY. VERY PEACEFUL ON THE EDGE OF THE TOWN.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 6, 2025
Jacqui
United KingdomCan't fault it in anyway.
Absolutely love the School house, our 3rd time staying there. Quiet and relaxing with all the essentials required. Host communicates to give information and upgraded our stay to a suite. An amazing place to stay. 😀
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: July 28, 2025
Jennifer
United KingdomNothing
The studio we got was fresh and clean The facilities were all excellent and everything worked !! It was handy to portaferry. And a great location to explore the other villages and the ards peninsula. We really enjoyed our stay and hope to return again
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 27, 2025
Dinneka
United KingdomWe had such a wonderful stay! The place was a perfect little getaway, modern, spotless, and thoughtfully designed. Everything felt fresh and welcoming, making it so easy to relax. Pat our host, was incredibly accommodating and hospitable, going above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable. It truly felt like a home away from home. We can't wait to come back for another visit. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a cozy and stylish escape! Also the morning pancakes were fab!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 27, 2025
Shauna
United KingdomWhat a fantastic place to get away and chill out for the weekend. My husband and I had a lovely time. The studio is fabulous, very modern, and has everything you need. The hosts are very welcoming. The pancakes were a lovely treat for breakfast. We will definitely be back 😍
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 26, 2025
William
United KingdomNothing had everything you could need for a few days away.
Very clean, so peaceful with an amazing view
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 23, 2025
Meabh
SpainThis is a real find, the accommodation is excellent and the hosts marvellous
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 20, 2025
Sharon
United KingdomSpotlessly clean
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 17, 2025
Katrina
United KingdomThe hill back from town and taxi not available.
Spotlessly clean, super comfortable, plenty of space, lovely view.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 17, 2025
Peter
United KingdomThe mobile cooker works very well, but the lack of a grill might be worth highlighting in advance. The car park could be cheered up with a few plants and some weeding; just because eating outside at the table is lovely if the weather is good, but the view detracts from that a bit.
Clean, tidy, modern and comfortable
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 15, 2025
Caoimhe
United KingdomIn a great location, it was clean tidy and a well finished studio with plenty of amenities and the personal touch of pancakes and milk being left in the room. There has obviously been so much time and effort spent on renovations for the old school house it is remarkable.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 14, 2025
Shauna
United KingdomBeautiful building and location. Very clean and comfortable. Hosts very lovely. We loved our stay
Stayed in July 2025
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