Galgorm Resort & Spa

was up picking my partner from the hotel were she was at a dinner function and a taxi outside reversed into me and i was beside there cctv which i needed as the taxi drivers work mate said i hit him and he would be witness. I contacted them many of times and kept getting ignored over 6 months but at the end they said they had to send it away cause it was faulty in which that company kept ignoring me as i left hundreds of missed calls and was told i would get a call back and i didnt. They ignored me and my solictors and they were a joke. You would think a company that size they would have proper cctv instead of a company useless called contact security systems. Never again i will be there or anyone i know.

It really is the Ultimate in luxury relaxation and wellness. From the moment you arrive at Galgorm you can tell that you are going to have a special experience. The Spa itself was beautiful on entrance and the staff were professional and friendly. The staff member explained what to expect and showed me to the changing rooms. The changing rooms were well equipped and every little touch was taken care off including the fluffy robe and slippers, the fruit infused water and fruit for refreshment. They use Voya products for facials and massage. The day spa packages include relaxation in the thermal spa village, which has indoor pool, infinity hydrotherapy pool, samarium and sauna, Jacuzzi and hot tub. You can choose from signature (85 mins), opulent (70mins), indulgent and luxury treatments. Galgorm spa is truly a place worth visiting. It is expensive, but worth it!

I had already done a review of the Galgorm before as I’ve stayed many times, however after a lovely visit last night for our first wedding anniversary I felt that an updated review was needed! I am still giving 5 stars (I would give more than this if I could!!) but wanted to update my review as a lot has been done since our last visit.
The spa village is now open, which is just lovely. There are many pools, lounge areas, saunas, steam rooms, jacuzzis, even a snow room, and more! We has hot lava shell massages and Cleopatra milk baths which was all really lovely. The staff are so nice, and are really good at the treatments… I really do recommend the hot lava shell massage! We were lucky to have our massages done side by side in a double treatment room. We were also given sorbet after the treatments which was lovely.
On check-​in to the hotel we were offered the chance to pay some more money and upgrade to one of the brand new suites overlooking the spa village. They took us to the room to show it to us first and then we couldn’t resist it! The room was huge and full of modern features and lovely little additions. There was a kitchen area with cocktail making supplies, a coffee making machine with pods, a mini bar (all the soft drinks and beers were complimentary!), crisps and biscuits. There was a large dining table and also a big seating area and TV. The bedroom section was separate and had another huge TV there. The bathroom was huge and had his and hers sinks as well as a huge shower and a huge bath. There were many other useful things in the room, like hair dryer, ironing board, storage, balcony with seats, and more. There were also window seats which overlooked the spa village area. It was such an amazing room which would normally cost a lot, and so having the chance to upgrade for a small fee was amazing!
Dinner in Gillies was fantastic as usual with three amazing courses (the steak is lovely but huge!), and the staff even gave us complimentary champagne and a ‘happy anniversary’ message on our dessert plates which was a lovely touch.
When we went back to the room after dinner, staff had left us a little box of chocolates wrapped up, as well as Z shaped biscuits and camomile tea for bedtime, and more bottles of water. All these little extra touches made our stay fantastic, especially since it was our first wedding anniversary. I just love the Galgorm, it is amazing! Whether you want an amazing hotel room, a lovely spa experience, tasty food, or a walk in beautiful surroundings by the river, you will find it all at Galgorm.

One of the best spas I have ever been too. For such a large Spa it is run perfectly. Every little detail is given 100% attention. You could easily spend a day in the Spa village as there are so many little things to descover.
Robes and slippers are provided for your comfort. There are some watering stations availible to keep away the thirst.
The staff are extremely professional and the atmosphere is so welcoming and relaxing.
I will definitely be returning very soon.

Lovely hotel for a romantic getaway! The new spa village is gorgeous however extremely busy, even during weekdays. Treatments in the spa are a tad pricey for what they are. Room overlooking the river was a bonus! Next time I would definitely book a private hot tub by the river, looked lush!

With the Galgorm being in ballymena I wasn’t sure what the fuss was about, but I couldn’t have been more wrong. It was so nice, the staff were helpful and friendly and with the manicured grounds that you could walk around in at your leisure. The thermal spa, made you feel like you were in another country. It had a great variety of indoor and outdoor pools and facilities. You could easily spend a whole afternoon relaxing and unwinding from your day to day stress. A definite must!

River Room lunch; another return visit lol I need to branch out more. Another beautifully located restaurant in the hotel. We had a lovely view of the river Maine while wating for our meal. A very pleasant restaurant, stylish and refined it commands a hushed but pleasant atmosphere but not in anyway intimidating. Lunch was wonderful :) staff were attentive and friendly and service was excellent. We were offered to finish our dessert and coffees in the River Room Conservatory, a nice little touch.

Like heaven on earth. Lol
Look forward to staying here at some stage.
Just been here for business

This is my favourite hotel in Northern Ireland!
It is spectacular in both looks and facilities.
The spa is amazing and I would stay here for that alone… but thankfully the rest is just as good, Gillies offers an excellent menu and the rooms are beautiful.
Such a lovely setting for a wee weekend getaway to pamper yourself :)

I booked the thermal spa and afternoon package for myself and my mum to celebrate her birthday.
The galgorm had been recommended as the best spa nearby, with the most spa facilities.
Being one of the most popular wedding venues I was disappointed by the lack of signposts until you are nearly on top of it. Signal is pretty much non existent so I struggled to get directions on my phone.
However, we found it eventually and it was uphill from then on. The spa is beautifully decorated, with tranquil music and soothing staff who ensure your visit runs smoothly.
The thermal spa was second to none, there was a large array of sauna type rooms and different jet pools/​hot tub as well as heated stone loungers which my mum actually fell asleep on as they were so comfortable and relaxing.
There’s an outdoor hottub and jet pool which overlook the beautiful river. They also have sun loungers where you can chill out on a warm day and spy on brides getting pictures taken if you are lucky.
After the spa a staff member kindly escorted us to the river room where we had afternoon tea. We were given the perfect seats at the window with the most stunning view of the river (and more brides).
Afternoon tea was very luxurious with the staff being very attentive and filing up my tea cup at lightening speed. As with all afternoon teas there is no way you will finish it but just ask for a box and they will pack it all up so you can over indulge twice in one day.
Can’t think of a better way to have some much needed bonding time with my mum.

I took my friend to high tea in the River Room conservatory in Galgorm this weekend, and they did not disappoint. With the strong winter wind blowing outside we were greeted in the lobby by glowing fires. We made our way through the busy reception and there were plenty of well-​presented staff to greet us.
The furniture in the dining area was stylish, clean and all looks brand new, the plush carpets and surroundings felt like I was in my rich aunt’s house not a hotel. We started off with a choice of teas (too many to mention) and also a choice of sandwiches.
We stayed a lot longer than we had planned (2pm — 5.30pm) and the staff continued to bring us more hot tea long after we had finished the food. I would recommend anyone to come along here for a warm welcome and relaxing lunch, mind you the cost means I would only do so on a special occasion.
This hotel always delivers on attention to detail.

Great spot this. I was new to the spa experience when I went here for the first time a couple of years ago under duress. I was a convert pretty soon after getting to the place. Thanks to an overnight mid-​week deal which they run throughout the year (check their website for it) we got a package, for a night, dinner and breakfast and unlimited use of the spa for the duration of the stay. My better half assured me I would like spas but I only went for the promise of a night in a nice hotel and being fed like a foie gras goose.
Firstly the hotel surpassed my expectations, immaculately kept, luxurious furnishings and attentive, welcoming and friendly staff. Everything you’d hope to find if you were going to a hotel that you already expected to be a cut above the standard.
The food was good too, to be completely honest although good, it was just a fraction below a standard that would be in keeping with the rest of the place. The breakfast was excellent so this just applies to the dinner. We were given a separate menu as part of the deal were there on so perhaps that is why, I’ve never eaten in the restaurant as a ‘normal’ diner, just when staying on the deal and eating off the deal menu.
Finally the spa, it was amazing, a great pool with various massage features around it, 3 different types of sauna/​steam room type things and, a fountain the dispenses ice shavings to close your pores after the hot treatments and two full body massage showers. There are too many other little touches and facilities that made the experience top class to go into here, so I’d urge you to try it for yourself as I’ve been quite a few times now and never yet been let down.

This is our dream escape. We have been there 3 times last month because I just could not live without it. We just love it all there,…both restaurants, Junior suite, spa… Recomended!!!

I was here recently for a friends wedding, I’d been before but only as a child and nothing prepared me for the totally stunning and breath taking scenes all around of the lushious Northern Irish country side.
The wedding service was held in the beautiful ‘phantom house’, located beside the scenic river and waterfalls, it was utterly gorgeous. The room was decorated exquisitely with amtospheric church candles and drapes everywhere. Then the meal was served in the Great Hall where the reception was held later as well. I’d be here all day if I listed everything top class about this place but what sticks in mind was the huge mirror which was nealy as big as my bed. I’m not kidding, if I’d a handbag big enough it’d be gone! Also, the rather grand chairs in the bar area, which were used in bygone days for the night porter, I’m lead to believe, are like an upright body sofa and comfy as anything! Last but certainly not least was the food which was incredible, the wine (wow) I like my wine and can be quite picky about it, it was simply delicious.
We stayed the night up at the basic self catering fishermens’ cottages, which are a five or ten minute walk from the hotel itself. Perfect if you prefer a little more seclusion and privacy. Up this end the views were breath taking. Our bedorom looked out on to acres of fields littered with horses and cattle. Galgorm is set in 163 acres of lush parkland. We took a walk down by the river side the next morning which I’m sure many people enjoy.
The resort is only 30 minutes from Belfast and offers a range of services including spa treatment, horse riding facilities, conference suites, wedding services. The list goes on. Visit their website for more details. If you’re looking a romantic weekend away this would be the perfect place to go and treat someone special to a stay I’m sure you’ll never forget.

The only good thing galgorm manor has going for it is the lovely peaceful setting. The hotel is very overpriced and needs to realise that it is situated just outside ballymena not in london. The spa is really good but the food in the hotel was really terrible mcdonalds would have been better.

I had a fantastic stay at Galgorm Manor in August of this year. Gillies Bar and Restaurant was excellent; the food was delicious and the service was very attentive.
Our room was beautiful, and the bed was magnificent! The height of the bed was up to my waist, and was decorated with plumped up, crisp, clean pillows and a lovely big duvet bliss! This was situated perfectly in front of the large flat screen TV, and was high enough for us to see out the window onto the green and river below. The bathroom, kitted out with all the mini-​bath soaps, shampoos, shower gel etc was pristine, and hanging on the back of the door were two bathrobes for us to use. The scenery from the room over the balcony was breathtaking; yards of beautiful green, with a small waterfall and river slowly running along nearby.
We also used the spa area in the morning which was excellent It included various relaxation rooms such as sauna, steam room etc, as well as a pool with waterjets, and a glorious outdoor hot tub.
You could say that I very much enjoyed my stay at Galgorm Manor, and would love to return!

Delightfuly situated in rolling countryside, I was disappointed as i found staff to be unhelpful and hurried. The menu promised much but deliverd little on the plate, and was quite cool (sent back to be heated!!). Leisure facilities acceptable, the most impressive, warm and welcoming attatchment was gillies bar on the grounds, 10 out of 10 for gillies!!! 1 out of 5 for galgorm manor.

Posh, snooty and over priced! The Spa is amazing though — but far too expensive! Great grounds and Gillies is brilliant! Lovely atmosphere and good food — way better than snooty and vastly over rated Galgorm Manor Hotel — has delusions of grandeur the restaurant just can’t live up to! Friend of mine booked to come and stay during the refurbishment and they waited til the day before he arrived to tell him there was no room for him and had to book in at Leighinmohr himself — staff said they couldn’t help him — not impressed!