Beat the Euro with a short break in Northern Ireland

The exchange rate means that many holidaymakers will be ruling out their regular short breaks to European destinations. Making it the perfect time to explore the beauty of Northern Ireland and make your pound stretch that little bit further.

Hastings Hotels are currently offering special winter rates at four of the most exclusive Northern Ireland hotels, from the historical Europa Hotel in Belfast to the 5 star Culloden Estate & Spa on the Holywood Hills.

Ballygally Castle

Ideally situated on the scenic Antrim coast only 26 miles from Belfast and close to Larne, Ballygally Castle faces the soft, sandy beaches of Ballygally Bay. The hotel has 44 beautiful bedrooms, many of which incorporate some of the castle’s original features including exposed beams, turrets and antique furnishings alongside tasteful contemporary décor to create a truly welcoming atmosphere.

Nightly rates at Ballygally Castle start from £45pp on a B&B basis based on 2 sharing.

Culloden Estate & Spa

Standing in 12 acres of beautiful secluded gardens and woodland on the slopes of the Holywood hills, overlooking the County Antrim coastline is the magnificent Culloden Estate & Spa. Palatial surroundings and the highest levels of personal service combine to give the Culloden a unique air of elegance. Northern Ireland boasts two airports. The Culloden is located only 5 miles from Belfast City Centre, 4 miles from Belfast City Airport, and 25 miles from Belfast International Airport. As you would expect from a hotel of perfection and prestige, each guest room is exquisitely decorated and tastefully furnished to provide a true feeling of calm and relaxation.

Nightly rates at Culloden Estate & Spa start from £55pp on a room only basis based on 2 sharing.

Europa Hotel

The world famous 4 star Europa Hotel is superbly located in the heart of Belfast’s city-centre, epitomising style and indulgence. The hotel offers 240 recently refurbished luxurious rooms, making it one of the largest and most lavish hotels in Northern Ireland and the preferred choice of Prime Ministers, Presidents and celebrities.

Nightly rates at Europa Hotel start from £47.50pp on a room only basis based on 2 sharing.

Slieve Donard Resort & Spa

The Slieve Donard Resort & Spa nestles exquisitely between the restless Irish Sea, the imposing Mountains of Mourne, and the soft rolling drumlins of County Down in the stunning Northern Irish Countryside. The new face of this 100 year old hotel brings together the ancient and modern, traditional and contemporary and is a perfect oasis of tranquillity. The spa, designed in conjunction with ESPA, the world-renowned Spa Company rivals any other Spa in Europe today and is one of the biggest spa resorts in the UK.

Nightly rates at Slieve Donard Resort & Spa start from £50pp on a B&B basis based on 2 sharing.

For more information and bookings, log on to Hastingshotels.com.

Booking conditions: Rates are valid until 28th February 2009, excluding Christmas and New Year and are subject to availability at time of booking and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.