About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: The Narrows in Portaferry offers comfortable rooms with private bathrooms, sea views, and modern amenities. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, TV, and work desk. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can enjoy water sports facilities, a garden, terrace, restaurant, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a lounge, coffee shop, barbecue facilities, and free off-site parking. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including continental, American, full English/Irish, and à la carte. Breakfast is highly praised by guests for its quality and selection. Prime Location: Located 45 km from George Best Belfast City Airport, The Narrows is a short walk from Portaferry Library. Nearby attractions include Mount Stewart House (22 km) and Strangford Lough (40 km).
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
Danny
United Kingdom“Great room with fantastic views over Strangford Lough…Great choice of breakfast the next morning..Car parking right at the door..😀”
Henry
United Kingdom“Great location and lovely room with beautiful views over the Lough. The bed was very comfortable, the staff were friendly and helpful, and the food was excellent. Everything was spotless and well kept.”
Sid
United Kingdom“Staff friendly and welcoming, bed comfy, good hearty breakfast.”
Janette
United Kingdom“We had a really lovely time in Portaferry. The Narrows are in a fantastic location, close to the aquarium and the Ferry. The staff were very friendly and the breakfast was delicious. Fantastic value for money. We will definitely visit again ❤️”
Michael
United Kingdom“Excellent property overlooking the harbour great views from our room.”
Paul
United Kingdom“Everything...the narrows is fantastic place to stay.... breakfast is great..”
Steven
United Kingdom“It is an unusually shaped building. Plenty of access to gardens and a great view of the sea
The shower was hot and with good water pressure. The room had its own fridge which is good to have.
It was very quiet, could not hear the other guests.”
Natasa
Ireland“We had a issue with our room but member of staff helped us very quickly. Location of the place is very good.”
Lynnpc
United Kingdom“The breakfast was outstanding.
Kristophe was extremely accommodating when our plans changed, and we had to head home a day early due to Storm Amy.
The location right on the main front of Portaferry is excellent with full views of the lough and...”
Temple
United Kingdom“Greate view. Big, clean, comfortable bed. Very satisfying breakfast.”
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Guests who stayed here loved
Danny
United Kingdom“Great room with fantastic views over Strangford Lough…Great choice of breakfast the next morning..Car parking right at the door..😀”
Henry
United Kingdom“Great location and lovely room with beautiful views over the Lough. The bed was very comfortable, the staff were friendly and helpful, and the food was excellent. Everything was spotless and well kept.”
Sid
United Kingdom“Staff friendly and welcoming, bed comfy, good hearty breakfast.”
Janette
United Kingdom“We had a really lovely time in Portaferry. The Narrows are in a fantastic location, close to the aquarium and the Ferry. The staff were very friendly and the breakfast was delicious. Fantastic value for money. We will definitely visit again ❤️”
Michael
United Kingdom“Excellent property overlooking the harbour great views from our room.”
Paul
United Kingdom“Everything...the narrows is fantastic place to stay.... breakfast is great..”
Steven
United Kingdom“It is an unusually shaped building. Plenty of access to gardens and a great view of the sea
The shower was hot and with good water pressure. The room had its own fridge which is good to have.
It was very quiet, could not hear the other guests.”
Natasa
Ireland“We had a issue with our room but member of staff helped us very quickly. Location of the place is very good.”
Lynnpc
United Kingdom“The breakfast was outstanding.
Kristophe was extremely accommodating when our plans changed, and we had to head home a day early due to Storm Amy.
The location right on the main front of Portaferry is excellent with full views of the lough and...”
Temple
United Kingdom“Greate view. Big, clean, comfortable bed. Very satisfying breakfast.”
Host Information
Company review score: 9.3Based on 686 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property
Company information
We, as a family, live in Portaferry since 2007, Krzysztof joined The Portaferry Hotel in 2005 and we joined Krzysztof two years later. Since 2009 , throughout number of venues we are independently providing accommodation and catering to our Visitors, . Our new project, The Narrows Guesthouse, started in October 2018 and we opened doors to our first Guests on 24th June 2019, providing extended services for B&B, private dining, cooking presentations, charity events, themed events, etc. 2020 and part of 2021 were a bumpy road in our industry, but we openly adapted to changing circumstances and our business is opened again.
We are looking forward to welcoming you and serving you soon!
Property information
Located at the shore front of Strangford Lough, The Narrows Guesthouse consists of 6 en-suite rooms, with all of them overlooking the Portaferry Marina. Our comfortable beds guarantee a good night sleep, room amenities provide convenient leisure and our food is famous for its unique flavors and delicacy. Our service and its quality is highly recommended by our Guests and we live by a continuous promise we will strive everyday to do better.
Neighbourhood information
Portaferry (from Irish Port a' Pheire 'landing place of the ferry') is a small town in County Down, Northern Ireland, at the southern end of the Ards Peninsula, near the Narrows at the entrance to Strangford Lough. It is home to the Exploris aquarium and is well known for the annual Gala Week Float Parade. It hosts its own small Marina, the Portaferry Marina. The Portaferry - Strangford Ferry service operates daily at 15-minute intervals (8am to 11pm) between the villages.
Languages spoken
German,English,Polish,RussianProperty surroundings
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
House rules
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Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
