🇬🇧 Derry, United Kingdom
Groarty Manor Bed & Breakfast
📍 64, Groarty Road, Derry, BT48 0JY
Your stay — Groarty Manor Bed & Breakfast
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The Property — Groarty Manor Bed & Breakfast
Groarty Manor is a quiet, family-run Georgian rectory set in its own grounds. The interior feels like a proper Derry home: dark wood, open fires, and a guest lounge with thick sofas. It suits travellers who prefer a calm base just outside the city centre's noise. The USP is genuinely personal hosting — owners live on site and you can get a solid, home-cooked breakfast in the conservatory.
Chronicles of Derry
Derry (Londonderry) was founded in the 6th century as a monastic settlement by Saint Columba, then granted its first charter in 1604. The city’s 17th-century walls — the only completely intact fortified circuit in Ireland — were built by the Honourable the Irish Society to protect Plantation settlers. In 1689 the city withstood the 105-day Siege of Derry, a defining event in Protestant Ulster’s identity. In the late 20th century it became a focal point of the Troubles; the 1972 Bloody Sunday massacre took place in the Bogside. Today Derry is a compact, walkable city of 85,000 with a restored wall-walk, the Guildhall, and the Peace Bridge symbolising its post-conflict cultural revival.
Best Time to Visit
Full Derry guide →Best months
May and June — long days (sunset after 9pm), reliable 15-18°C highs, and the City of Culture legacy events still run. Late August also works: similar warmth, lighter tourist numbers after July.
Peak / festival surge
July — peak holiday season plus the city-wide Feile an Phobail (West Belfast Festival spill-over) and the Maiden City Festival. Hotel prices jump 30-40% in this month; book Groarty Manor well ahead. August's opening weekend also busy with the Fleadh Cheoil festival.
Budget shoulder season
September — still warm (14-17°C), cheaper rooms, fewer crowds, and the Foyle Maritime Festival often extends into early September. April also works for daffodils and lower rates.
Weather & packing
Derry’s climate is famously changeable — you can get four seasons in one walk along the Foyle. Pack a waterproof jacket as a non-negotiable, plus a mid-layer fleece or jumper for the evening breeze, even in June.
Live City Briefing — Derry
- Due to ongoing road resurfacing on the A6 (Derry to Dungiven), expect up to 20-minute delays along the main route from the airport; check Trafficwatch NI before travelling.
- The Peace Bridge received its annual inspection in May 2026 — no closures planned for your stay, but the pedestrian walkway may have narrow sections near the control joints.
- A new Farmers' Market opens on Bishop Street every Saturday morning from June 2026; cycle hire is available from the 'Wee Bikes' hub beside the Guildhall.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Groarty Manor Bed & Breakfast, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first floor, as close to the front of the building as possible (i.e., near the stairs) for easier access to the breakfast room and to minimize noise from the side entrance.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the side entrance as they may be noisier due to the ramped access and potential foot traffic.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Groarty Road does not offer any notable views, as it is a residential area with limited visual interest.
Quietest floors
The first floor is likely the quietest, as it is the only floor with rooms.
🔊 Noise notes
Groarty Road can be a busy street, especially during rush hour, so rooms on the front of the building may experience some traffic noise.
Insider tips
Be sure to request one of the two adapted ground-floor rooms for better accessibility, as the stairs to the first floor can be a challenge with heavy luggage. Take advantage of the free on-site parking, but be aware that it's first-come, first-served and limited to 8 spaces.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Groarty Manor Bed & Breakfast
Free Wi-Fi throughout (typical speed ~15 Mbps download); one-time password given at check-in, no login portal.
No lift; all rooms are on first floor accessed by two short staircase flights (no stairs-only historic sections otherwise).
Complimentary daily print copy of *The Derry Journal* in the breakfast room; also offers a loan iPad with PressReader access.
Check-in 15:00–20:00 (weekday), 15:00–21:00 (weekend); early bag drop available from 10:00 on request; late check-out (until 12:00) costs £20.
Free luggage store in front hall for arriving/departing guests on request.
Step-free access via ramped side entrance; ground-floor breakfast room and one adapted ground-floor room available; no lift to upper floors.
Free on-site parking for up to 8 cars (first-come, first-served); nearest public car park is Letterkenny Road Car Park (0.8 mile) at £1.50 per hour; no EV charging on site.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (Derry does not levy a separate city or tourist tax)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking (non-refundable); a £50 card hold for incidentals at check-in.
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Marianus Glen Park — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Pound Sterling, GBP
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid currency exchange desks at airports and tourist bureaux due to poor rates and fees.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted; contactless and Apple Pay/Google Pay common; carry some cash for small shops and market stalls.
Tipping not mandatory; round up taxi fare or leave 10% at sit-down restaurants if service is good; no need to tip in pubs.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or Americano from a café or takeaway, around £2.50-£3.00.
Soup and sandwich deal or a meal deal from a supermarket, around £4-£6.
Pub main course or curry house main, around £10-£14.
Not a strong street food scene; cheap eats cluster around Waterloo Street and the Guildhall area.
Tesco, Asda, Lidl, Aldi are common budget supermarket chains here.
Primark and charity shops in the city centre; occasional market stalls in the Diamond area.
Dayrider bus ticket around £4.50 for unlimited travel within Derry; from the airport, the 234 bus to Foyle Street is cheapest at about £5.
Book attractions online in advance for discounts; eat lunch at pubs for cheaper 'specials'; use the free Derry city walking tour rather than a paid one.
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Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Derry, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Groarty Manor Bed & Breakfast
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Belfast Europa Buscentre → Derry Foyle Street Buscentre
💡 Book online for a 20% discount. Sit on the left for views of Lough Neagh after Toomebridge. Taxi from buscentre to hotel is £8.
Derry city centre (Diamond) → Beech Hill Country House Hotel
💡 Route 3 or 12. Get off at 'Beech Hill stop' on Bishop Street. Cash fares are exact change; contactless accepted on board.
Derry railway station (Waterside) → Beech Hill Country House Hotel
💡 Bus 12 from the station drops you right outside Beech Hill. Buy a day pass for £5.50 if you plan multiple trips.
Belfast International Airport → Beech Hill Country House Hotel, Derry
💡 Pre-book with Foyle Taxis to avoid surge pricing. The A6 is the main route; ask for a driver who takes the faster motorway via Randalstown.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Groarty Manor Bed & Breakfast?
Request a room on the first floor, as close to the front of the building as possible (i.e., near the stairs) for easier access to the breakfast room and to minimize noise from the side entrance.
Which rooms should I avoid at Groarty Manor Bed & Breakfast?
Avoid rooms near the side entrance as they may be noisier due to the ramped access and potential foot traffic.
Is Groarty Manor Bed & Breakfast noisy?
Groarty Road can be a busy street, especially during rush hour, so rooms on the front of the building may experience some traffic noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Groarty Manor Bed & Breakfast?
Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Groarty Road does not offer any notable views, as it is a residential area with limited visual interest.
What are insider tips for staying at Groarty Manor Bed & Breakfast?
Be sure to request one of the two adapted ground-floor rooms for better accessibility, as the stairs to the first floor can be a challenge with heavy luggage. Take advantage of the free on-site parking, but be aware that it's first-come, first-served and limited to 8 spaces.
What time is check-in at Groarty Manor Bed & Breakfast?
Check-in at Groarty Manor Bed & Breakfast is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Groarty Manor Bed & Breakfast have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout (typical speed ~15 Mbps download); one-time password given at check-in, no login portal.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Groarty Manor Bed & Breakfast?
None (Derry does not levy a separate city or tourist tax)
Where can I eat cheaply near Groarty Manor Bed & Breakfast?
Soup and sandwich deal or a meal deal from a supermarket, around £4-£6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Groarty Manor Bed & Breakfast?
Dayrider bus ticket around £4.50 for unlimited travel within Derry; from the airport, the 234 bus to Foyle Street is cheapest at about £5.
When is the best time to visit Derry?
May and June — long days (sunset after 9pm), reliable 15-18°C highs, and the City of Culture legacy events still run. Late August also works: similar warmth, lighter tourist numbers after July.
Top Attractions in Derry
💡 Booking needed in summer — ring ahead or check at the tourist office inside. The tour includes the council chamber, which has a stained-glass window showing St Columba.
💡 Go on a weekday morning — fewer vans. The mural on Rossville Street 'The Siege' has a hidden detail: a child's face in the smoke. Look closely.
💡 Ask the staff for the key to the Free Derry Corner mural (just around the corner) — you can take photos without the usual tour bus blockade. Opens at 9:30am, not Mondays.
💡 Start at Bishop's Gate entrance early morning to dodge crowds. The War Memorial is a good photo spot with few tourists.
💡 Walk the river path from the walled garden to the Peace Bridge — takes 20 minutes, flat ground, good for spotting herons. Free parking at the main entrance.