Drummond Hotel
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Fast facts
Check in from: | 16:00 |
|---|---|
Check out before: | 11:00 |
Pets | Pets not allowed |
Amenities
Wi-Fi
Parking
Front desk 24 hour
Restaurant
Non-smoking
Laundry
More about Drummond Hotel
Drummond Hotel
Situated in the Roe Valley, this hotel is set amongst spectacular scenery and near historical sites. It also the perfect place to stay for anglers.
Reviews from 
Family traveller
Comment: 11 May 2026
Stayed in: May 2026
I would stay again !
We stayed here for two nights over the weekend and overall had a solid experience, though there are a few areas where some attention would make a big difference.
First impressions matter, and this is really the main area where the hotel could improve. Approaching from the Coleraine side, when turning off the road and driving into the hotel, the view is dominated by a large end wall that appears stained and not recently painted. Unfortunately, there was also some rubbish visible in a flower bed beneath it. I’ll admit my heart sank slightly at that point.
However, once inside the hotel, that feeling changed completely. The interior is beautiful — immaculately clean, well maintained, and tastefully decorated with an old‑world, stately feel. Public areas really are lovely and clearly well cared for.
Check‑in and check‑out were an absolute doddle: super quick, simple, and fuss‑free. One real standout during our stay was the staff. Everyone we encountered was friendly, warm, and genuinely welcoming. The breakfast team were excellent, particularly a young lady named (I think) Mandy, who was friendly and attentive, checked in on us without hovering, and made breakfast a pleasant experience. Our breakfast order was slightly muddled, but it was resolved within two minutes — no fuss, no hassle, which was appreciated.
Our room had one double bed and one single, which suited our needs. That said, the room itself did feel a little dated, particularly the bathroom, which could really benefit from a refresh. I’m quite detail‑oriented and noticed some shreds of toilet roll under the radiator and a small piece of plastic on the floor. Nothing major, but details like that do stand out. Overall though, the room was functional and did the job for a short stay.
Would I stay here again? Yes.
Would I choose it for a romantic weekend away with my wife? Probably not.
Would I use it as a base for a family stay in the area? Yes — though I might compare with a few other local options first.
The hotel is very well positioned, and the surrounding area is beautiful and picturesque, which adds a lot to the overall appeal.
Overall: a solid option with fantastic staff and great public spaces, let down slightly by external presentation and some tired elements in the rooms. With a little work, this could be a really strong offering.
First impressions matter, and this is really the main area where the hotel could improve. Approaching from the Coleraine side, when turning off the road and driving into the hotel, the view is dominated by a large end wall that appears stained and not recently painted. Unfortunately, there was also some rubbish visible in a flower bed beneath it. I’ll admit my heart sank slightly at that point.
However, once inside the hotel, that feeling changed completely. The interior is beautiful — immaculately clean, well maintained, and tastefully decorated with an old‑world, stately feel. Public areas really are lovely and clearly well cared for.
Check‑in and check‑out were an absolute doddle: super quick, simple, and fuss‑free. One real standout during our stay was the staff. Everyone we encountered was friendly, warm, and genuinely welcoming. The breakfast team were excellent, particularly a young lady named (I think) Mandy, who was friendly and attentive, checked in on us without hovering, and made breakfast a pleasant experience. Our breakfast order was slightly muddled, but it was resolved within two minutes — no fuss, no hassle, which was appreciated.
Our room had one double bed and one single, which suited our needs. That said, the room itself did feel a little dated, particularly the bathroom, which could really benefit from a refresh. I’m quite detail‑oriented and noticed some shreds of toilet roll under the radiator and a small piece of plastic on the floor. Nothing major, but details like that do stand out. Overall though, the room was functional and did the job for a short stay.
Would I stay here again? Yes.
Would I choose it for a romantic weekend away with my wife? Probably not.
Would I use it as a base for a family stay in the area? Yes — though I might compare with a few other local options first.
The hotel is very well positioned, and the surrounding area is beautiful and picturesque, which adds a lot to the overall appeal.
Overall: a solid option with fantastic staff and great public spaces, let down slightly by external presentation and some tired elements in the rooms. With a little work, this could be a really strong offering.
Family traveller
Comment: 17 Jan 2026
Stayed in: Jan 2026
Will never be in this hotel again
I booked this hotel for a birthday party of 35 people and preordered the meals for everyone three day prior to the party the service was terrible got the starters ok then came the some of the mains not them all ten minutes later came the side and by the time the gravy came the dinner was cold loads sides were missing I actually had to reach for a tray of food and pass it around myself everyone sat with their coats on no bar near us had to walk through two other restaurants part to get a bar I complained and one excuse after the other not even offered discount and the total paid was £581.50 I even offered the owner to as our party what they thought of the service but no comment was made
Family traveller
Comment: 27 Dec 2025
Stayed in: Dec 2025
Family meal.
18 of us for Boxing Day family meal. It was amazing value, great food and brilliant service. Thanks to all the staff and chef/cooks
Couple
Comment: 15 Oct 2025
Stayed in: Oct 2025
Gem of a place.
Came here for one night with the Caledonian Tour. The hotel is beautiful. Rooms and beds were to a high standard. Food was amazing. Staff couldn’t have been any nicer or more helpful. Genuinely a gem of a place. Would highly recommend this hotel.
Family traveller
Comment: 8 Aug 2025
Stayed in: Jul 2025
Best hotel around. Staff are amazing.
The hotel is absolutely gorgeous, highly recommended a visit. The beauty salon on site it’s beautiful, it’s a lovely quiet place to have a treatment and relax, the bar is big and open. They offer a free Continental breakfast or a full fry for £5. The staff are amazing, housekeeping are brilliant. There are four main people I wish to talk about. Bethany, her customer service skills are absolutely phenomenal. Genevieve Is brilliant, nothing is too much trouble.
Jim and Maried are the owners and they give you such a warm welcome it’s like being welcomed into the family. Definitely get a book in here highly recommended and also check out for weddings as it is a phenomenal place to have a wedding.
Jim and Maried are the owners and they give you such a warm welcome it’s like being welcomed into the family. Definitely get a book in here highly recommended and also check out for weddings as it is a phenomenal place to have a wedding.
Very good location
481 Clooney Road, Ballykelly, Bally Kelly, BT49 9HP, United Kingdom|0.36 km from city centre
Check in and check out
Check in from:
16:00
Check out before:
11:00
Good to know
Pets not allowed
Extra beds are available for an additional charge, depending on the size of the room.
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