WHERE TO STAY:
Slieve Donard Resort and Spa.
Downs Road, Newcastle.
www.hastingshotels.com/slieve-donard-resort-and-spa
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The historic hotel has mountain and sea views.
Rooms from $208 (R2 542) for single occupancy, $240 double.
The Merchant Hotel.
16 Skipper Street, Belfast.
www.themerchanthotel.com.
The great room dining experience is the star attraction. Double rooms from $240.
WHERE TO EAT:
Mourne Seafood Bar.
34-36 Bank Street, Belfast.
mourneseafood.com.
Most main dishes less than $25.
Kelly’s Cellars.
30-32 Bank Street, Belfast
www.kellyscellars.com.
A historic pub. A bowl of Irish stew costs $6.
WHAT TO DO:
McComb’s Tours
www.mccombscoaches.com.
One-day trips from Belfast, including to Game of Thrones sites.
Castle Ward Estate, Strangford.
www.gameofthrones-winterfelltours.com.
Role-play at 10 sites on the estate.