Carnside Guest House

A really cute guest house in an idyllic location, just minutes from the Giants Causeway. Our host was friendly and welcoming. Our family room had better facilities, space and storage than many supposedly “fancy” places we’ve stayed at as a family. The bathroom was clean, and the shower had just the right flow and strength to wash off the dirt, dust and stickiness from the day’s travel and adventures on the Causeway! For bonus points, the kids were hyper to see a bunk bed, though this did mean unexpected refereeing for parents to determine which kid got to sleep on the top bunk!!! 😂 Would definitely recommend here for the personality of the place, decency of the staff, and the beautiful location!

The place is perfectly located for a visit to the Giant’s Causeway. The room was spotless and basic, but adequate for a 1 night stay. The view from the front of the property is spectacular. However our room looked on to an unsightly courtyard. Ok, I get it - not all rooms can have a view. My problem was with the attitude of the younger person (I assume, the owner’s daughter - nobody introduced themselves to us by name). When I politely asked whether there was a possibility of moving to a room with a view she became very defensive and said aggressively, ‘the website clearly said that room does not have a view.’ I had not complained about the view, merely asked about the possibility of moving. She then said ‘we are fully booked’. Yet there was a sign in the window saying ‘vacancies, please call in.’ The next morning when I asked how to operate the shower, she again was really rude, saying brusquely: ‘the instructions are in the information sheet’. I had not seen the brief line about the shower, not expecting to need to read about how to use it! We definitely did not experience the warm welcome and hospitality other reviewers have reported. I would not stay there again. This experience stands out as my one sour note in a week of warmth and friendliness in Ireland.

What a terrific surprise! Extremely comfortable stay and enjoyed being in the middle of a working farm overlooking the Giants Causeway . They even have a kids farm area. Breakfast was very good and we went over the Causeway hotel for a drink a great walk along the cliffs.

Ideal stopover for visiting Giants Causeway & the Antrim Coast. Causeway is a 2 minute drive or 20 minute walk to the entrance. B&B is located in fields overlooking the sea.Good breakfast, with a choice of continental or cooked, & comfortable rooms. Welcoming host.