Collage of images of Portaferry Hotel including exterior view, bar interior, and a bedroom with a large bed, curtains, and a window, with a foreground of a burger, fries, pea bowl, and a beer.

Rooms, Food & Drink by the Shore

Whether you’re staying the night, dining with friends, or enjoying a drink by the shore, you’ll always feel at home here.

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Bookings - Rooms, Table Reservations & Gift Vouchers

A bedroom with a cream-colored four-poster bed with ornate carved posts, draped with patterned curtains, and topped with a chandelier. There are red and white pillows, a patterned bedspread, and a handbag on the bed. The room has pink wallpaper with floral patterns, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, a wooden dresser with a mirror, and a vase of flowers on a table. Natural light enters through a window with curtains.
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A collage of images of the Portaferry Hotel, showing the hotel exterior, interior bar, bedroom with a four-poster bed, and a meal with a burger, fries, peas, and a glass of beer, with the hotel's logo and the words "Stay, Dine, Relax" and "Gift Voucher".
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A collage of five images showing American food and drinks. Top left: a cheeseburger with fries, a side of pink sauce, and a glass of beer. Top middle: a plate of baked ziti with cheese. Top right: a shrimp and tomato salad in a martini glass with a slice of bread and butter. Bottom left: a plate of chicken and mashed potatoes with gravy and crispy onion strings. Bottom right: a sandwich with roast beef, gravy, fries, and a side salad.
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Places to eat - Local Restaurants

Tropical breakfast scene at Shark Shack featuring fried eggs, bacon, toast, fresh fruit, coffee, surrounded by beach and ocean imagery, sea animals, and jungle foliage.

Shark Shack at Exploris Aquarium

Looking for somewhere fun and unique to eat during your stay?
Just a short trip from the Portaferry Hotel, the brand-new Shark Shack at Exploris Aquarium offers a one-of-a-kind dining experience surrounded by incredible marine life and stunning underwater-themed décor.

Perfect for families, couples, and aquarium visitors alike, Shark Shack serves delicious breakfasts, light bites, coffee, lunch, and sweet treats in a relaxed coastal atmosphere.

No Exploris ticket required for Entry.

A plate with a burger, two small bowls of sauce, a bowl of chips, a pint of Guinness beer, and a small candle on a wooden table outside a pub named Saltwater Brig with motorcycles parked along the street in the background.

The Saltwater Brig is one of Portaferry’s favourite spots for great food, good company, and a warm traditional pub atmosphere. Just a short distance from the Portaferry Hotel, this welcoming local venue is popular with visitors and locals alike.

Known for its hearty meals, famous burgers, perfectly poured Guinness, and relaxed coastal charm, the Saltwater Brig offers the perfect place to unwind after a day exploring the Ards Peninsula and Strangford Lough.

With its cosy interior, lively atmosphere, and regular motorcycle gatherings, the Brig delivers an authentic local experience full of character and flavour.

Whether you’re stopping in for lunch, dinner, or a quiet pint by the fire, the Saltwater Brig is well worth a visit during your stay in Portaferry.

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Collage of animals and visitors at Expedia Aquarium, including children observing sea creatures through a glass tunnel, a capybara, penguins, a seal, an alligator, a fish, a chameleon, and a large lizard. The text reads: 'Explore Aquarium. Discover. Learn. Explore.'

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Promotional poster for Pickie Funpark featuring a young girl on a duck-shaped paddle boat on a pond, with other park rides and attractions in the background, and a cone of vanilla ice cream with strawberry syrup on the side.
Promotional poster for Crumlin Road Gaol, a historic attraction in Northern Ireland, featuring images of the historic prison building, interior corridor, former prison cell, military helicopter exhibit, and underground tunnel, with text promoting exploring history through tours, stories, and historical experiences.

Location

 

Nestled in the heart of the picturesque village of Portaferry on the shores of Strangford Lough, Portaferry Hotel offers the perfect blend of coastal charm, warm hospitality, and stunning sea views.

Ideally located just steps from the waterfront and marina, the hotel is the perfect base for exploring the beauty of the Ards Peninsula, local attractions, scenic walks, and nearby beaches.

Whether you’re visiting for a relaxing getaway, great food, or drinks with friends, Portaferry Hotel provides a welcoming atmosphere in one of Northern Ireland’s most scenic locations.