The Briers

3.0 star property
Hotel in Newcastle with free breakfast

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Living area
Exterior
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace
Exterior
The Briers welcomes guests with a continental breakfast and offers practical amenities including dry cleaning services. Visitors can connect to WiFi throughout their stay and take advantage of secure luggage storage for a hassle-free experience.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Deck/patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Laptop workspace
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Deck/patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Mountain View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Laptop workspace
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
Wardrobe
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Garden View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

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.
Map
39 Middle Tollymore Road, Newcastle, Northern Ireland, BT33 0JJ

What's nearby

  • Tollymore Forest Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Newcastle Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • La Belle Femme Nail Bar & Beauty Lounge - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Castlewellan Forest Park - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Royal County Down Golf Course - 7 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Niki's Kitchen Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Quinns Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hugh McCann's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Villa Vinci - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Briers

Property highlights
Consider a stay at The Briers and take advantage of free continental breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services and a business centre. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in and luggage storage
  • A banquet hall, smoke-free property and a computer station
Room features
All guest rooms at The Briers have comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Decks/patios and wardrobes/cupboards
  • Daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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 centre
  • 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 lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

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 and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 3 October 2025 to 5 October 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets stay for 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

Payment types at the property

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Briers pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Briers?

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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Briers located?

Situated in Newcastle, this hotel is within 2 miles (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 miles (3 km).

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