Reviews of Derrin Guest House
2 Princes Gardens, Larne, BT40 1RQ, United Kingdom
#3 of 6 B&Bs and Inns in Larne
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 339 B&B reviews
9.2Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.6
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Comfort
9.5
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Location
9.3
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Facilities
9.4
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Staff
9.6
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Value for money
9.4
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Free WiFi
8.8
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Reviewed: 9 May 2024
Katarzyna
Ireland1 review10“Its a great place to stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Clean Quiet Breakfast Plenty of space
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 1 May 2024
Rossella
Italy42 reviews11 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Breakfast could have been better.
Perfect location, cozy place and nice staff.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 30 April 2024
Derrick
United Kingdom3 reviews10“Perfection”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
That I didn't stay longer
Great location and service, better than a posh hotel charging 4 times the amount , if I come this way again will be 1st on my list
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 24 April 2024
David
United Kingdom2 reviews8.0Very good- • People with friends
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The owner wasnt very talking and very sharp with Comments
It was very nice
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 18 April 2024
Caroline
United Kingdom2 reviews10“I recommend a stay at the Derrin”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Only criticism is the towels were crunchy, I like fluffy towels. Either conditioner or 3 in one pods make for crunchy towels. Sorry 🙏 wouldn't put me off staying there again tho!
Lovely top notch guesthouse. Small double room for me but ample space for a couple and lovely comfortable bed and quality bedding. Bathroom great, quality fittings and a shower over bath so flexible for those who like a choice. Very quiet at night but so close to town shops. Breakfast choices good and tasty. I loved the stained glass in the house. Nice and warm coming back from a blustery day out! Thank you Ivy, I'd recommend the Derrin!
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Gary
United Kingdom8 reviews10“Great stay. Welcoming & knowledgeable host”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Lovely warm tidy house with excellent size room.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 11 April 2024
Sallie
United Kingdom6 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Can't fault it for the money
Location was great. Ivy is lovely and very helpful. Breakfast was very nice
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Andrew
United Kingdom24 reviews10“Warm, clean and quiet and friendly staff.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Ivy the host was lovely and helpful. An excellent place if visiting Larne. The Ulster fry breakfast was excellent.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 3 April 2024
Monaghan
Ireland1 review8.0“Very welcoming, Perfect place for a short chilled stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
House and room both spotless ivy was a lovely host and very informative the secret hall was very cute plenty of towels in the room and the electric shower was lovely. Quiet area ideal for a chilled stay
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 31 March 2024
Ian
United Kingdom15 reviews10“Always a pleasure to come to stay at Derrin. Been coming for years now and hope to do so for years to come”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Home from home when I am away from my own and in the Belfast/Larne area. Really does feel like being at home
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 27 March 2024
Robert
Australia10 reviews10“Great B&B centrally located.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing.
Ivy greeted us all warmly. She gave clear information on our rooms, breakfast menu and times, plus directions to nearby pubs and restaurants. Her broad experience at running this lovely B&B was obvious. Our room was spotless and bed comfortable. Reviewed by wife, Georgina
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 25 March 2024
Valeria
Italy17 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The bed was super comfortable, everything was perfectly clean. The breakfast was included and delicious
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 25 February 2024
James
United Kingdom22 reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior King Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
No negative points to raise.
Just off the main street in Larne, Derrin House is a comfy, conveniently placed B&B. It would be especially convenient for the ferry if you were staying over in Larne before heading to Scotland. Ivy welcomed us upon arrival, and explained everything we needed to know. Our room was large, and contained everything we needed for a couple of days away. My wife thought that the bed was one of the most comfortable we had ever found in a hotel, apartment or wherever. Breakfast was well cooked and fresh. Our room had louvred shutters rather than blinds, and once they were shut, the room temperature quickly increased, though that doesn't mean that the house or room was cold. All in all, a great spot, and we would consider returning at some point in the future.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 10 January 2024
Jason
United Kingdom3 reviews10“Cracking little find”- • Business trip
- • People with friends
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
N/a
Great welcome, very friendly. Clean and tidy rooms and breakfast was superb!
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: 10 December 2023
Glenn
United States9 reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Excellent accomodations, very friendly hosts, great breakfast and free parking in front of building. Great stay!
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 3 December 2023
Isobel
United Kingdom8 reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Warm and Welcoming”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Both my Husband and Son had an overnight stay while attending the Larne v Cliftonville game, Ivy and Siebe made them very welcome, and what they liked in the Room was the little information folder about the B&B also what there is to see and do in the area. Ulster Fry was lovely Definitely stay there again
Stayed in November 2023
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Reviewed: 21 November 2023
George
United Kingdom1 review9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Excellent breakfast, owner was very attentive to details & the needs of guests. Ideally located if travelling by public transport (bus stops to/from Belfast right outside, train station only a couple of minutes away).
Stayed in November 2023
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Reviewed: 7 November 2023
Christine
United Kingdom7 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Beautiful decor and room. We were made very welcome.
Stayed in November 2023
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Reviewed: 6 November 2023
Robert
United Kingdom26 reviews9.0“Very comfortable and pleasant stay”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
All was good
Very clean, good breakfast and staff very welcoming
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 6 November 2023
Rachel
Ireland8 reviews2 helpful votes9.0“Good value, accommodating and flexible (Ivy made us a vegan breakfast!)”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Ivy was very friendly and accommodating. She made my boyfriend and I a lovely vegan breakfast and gave lots us lots of tips for local attractions. (We were easily able to request vegan food when we made the booking and I also mentioned it in my booking to double-check it was ok).
Stayed in November 2023
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Reviewed: 3 November 2023
Patricia
Ireland14 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The only minus was one pillow one my bed but to be fair I know that I've would have given us more on request!
The owners were very friendly and informative we only stayed one night but slept well .. the Ulster fry was delicious and the dining room bright and welcoming
Stayed in November 2023
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Reviewed: 2 November 2023
Alun
United Kingdom32 reviews2 helpful votes10“Great B&B!”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Central location, beautiful house with lovely, classy, bright decor. Easy parking on road outside, or on the driveway. Spacious, spotlessly clean triple en-suite room and super breakfast. Friendly, informative owner, recommended https://olderfleetbar.com/ for dinner - fabulous! Thank you, highly recommended.
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 1 November 2023
Aimee
United Kingdom9 reviews10“Fabulous!”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Friendly, welcoming, large bedroom. Very tasty breakfast
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 26 October 2023
Louise
United Kingdom4 reviews10“Had a lovely time Hosts was lovely”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Everything exceeded expectations
Pleasant stay and hospitality
Stayed in October 2023
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