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The Briers

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A living room with a flat-screen TV displaying 'Disney 10', a stone fireplace, a white desk, and a beige sofa. - The Briers (Newcastle)
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Free continental breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a business center are just a few of the amenities provided at The Briers. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.

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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a red sofa, and a black and white furry throw.

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a window with a view of greenery.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

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Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Mountain View

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Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A room with two wooden beds, a wooden desk, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Mountain View

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Mountain View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a lamp, and a patterned wall.

Standard Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Mountain View

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A bedroom with two beds, a wooden wardrobe, a television mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A neatly made bed with white linens, a small bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Garden View

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a dresser.

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Newcastle is home to The Briers. Murlough National Nature Reserve and Mourne Mountains reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Tollymore National Outdoor Centre and Newcastle Community Cinema. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Life Adventure Centre, or consider a night out at Rocky Mountain Cottage. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling. Visit our Newcastle travel guide
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39 Middle Tollymore Road, Newcastle, Northern Ireland, BT33 0JJ

What's nearby

  • A calm lake reflecting mountains and a partly cloudy sky.
    Mourne Mountains
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A stone tunnel with a wooden pathway leading through it.
    Tollymore Forest Park
    4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • A large historic building with a green dome and two towers.
    Belfast City Hall
    48 min drive - 42.0 miles
  • A modern building with geometric patterns and illuminated signage.
    Titanic Belfast
    50 min drive - 43.6 miles
  • Newcastle Beach
    6 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Newry Station
    33 min drive
  • Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City)
    68 min drive

Restaurants

  • Quinns Bar
    5 min drive
  • KFC
    5 min drive
  • Harbour Inn
    7 min drive
  • Urban Coffee
    6 min drive
  • Villa Vinci
    5 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

More

  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets stay free

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

Frequently asked questions

Is The Briers pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Briers?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Briers?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Briers located?

Situated in Newcastle, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Tollymore Forest Park, Life Adventure Centre, and Tollymore National Outdoor Centre. Murlough National Nature Reserve and Mourne Archery Centre are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

The Briers Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 228 out of 314 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 314 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 314 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 314 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 314 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Ronda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great we stay lovely gardens, dog friendly, clean + tidy, continental breakfast, now too far from town very pleased.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
comfortable bed, hot shower and a great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room friendly host, all staff ready to help and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was warm and provided a continental style breakfast which was good for the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Such a lovely guest house, great location, everything was really clean. Fast and easy check in and check out. Lovely friendly owners. Would definitely recommend and hope to return soon.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing stat at this hotel. the host and staff were exceptional and done everything they could to ensure we were satisfied. out stay here was perfect and we will definitely be back. thank you very much danny
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Federio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing stay with my kid

Amazing stay lovely place, clean tidy and beautiful scenery :)
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean and modern rooms. Self serve breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I would definitely recommend this b&b,we both found it nice and quiet and the room was so very lovely
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good visit and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfext stay

Lovely accomodation, very comfortable, laid back and intimate
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very peaceful, clean... snd well kept, with all necessary requirements
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Staff & service
Thank you for a great stay. We had a great time a definitely will be back. Great for kids s my son had a great time.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely, comfortable accommodation. Very good continental breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay! Clean room and very quaint location. Breakfast was nice many options.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely area

Friendly welcoming really enjoyed the stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend this hotel.

Darren was a brilliant and friendly host without being intrusive, which is his style. Great continental breakfasts, lovely spacious room and very clean facilities. Hotel is situated in a lovely country area with easy access to the town. Lovely area to stay with plenty of places to visit. We spent 4 nights of bliss.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was lovely and bright and clean very comfortable relaxing atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Seamus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are just so friendly and the place is lovely. Its either a 5-10 min drive into Newcastle or a nice 30min walk. Really good for somewhere to decompress for a few days.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, spacious, and very clean country house. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

LISA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Being silly hack, travel can sometimes be very disappointing and dangerous for me. I was very impressed with a breakfast that was available. Lots of healthy gluten-free options that actually taste good fresh fruit, oats, boiled eggs, fresh juice. This location is very close to Tollymore Forest Park. I chose to walk the 700 m to the gate and along the way I passed a sheep farm. There were baby lambs all over the place and the owner invited me to go pet them. It was a wonderful experience and I would definitely go back there again and stay longer.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

niall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another great stay at the briers. Excellent place and very affordable. Darren is a friendly and relaxed host. Will definitely return again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

niall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another great break at the briers. Ive stayed in the slieve donard, the avoca and the donard. The briers is easily my favourite. Beautiful surroundings, clean rooms, friendly and hospitable staff. Excellent value for money. Will definitely be back again before the end of the summer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing experience

Amazing views, service, and incredibly comfortable. I needed a hotel last minute for some friends and The Briers blew away my expectations. I will absolutely recommend people stay here in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Paula

Loved our stay at this quiet and peaceful cottage located just outside of town. It is a simple space and decor but very clean and comfortable, including a soft bed. Breakfast had several options and was tasty. Check in and out was easy. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024