Belfast, Northern Ireland, Thursday 10 July 2025: Property advisor, Savills Ireland, has been instructed to seek proposals from experienced hotel operators for the Gateway Hotel – a 60-bedroom development situated in Bushmills, one of Northern Ireland’s most desirable tourist destinations. The opportunity is available under either an Occupational Lease or Hotel Management Agreement (HMA).

Strategically located along the famed Causeway Coastal Route, just minutes from the Giant’s Causeway, the Gateway Hotel will benefit from exceptional tourism footfall and breathtaking scenery. Once complete, the hotel will offer 60 guest bedrooms, bar and restaurant facilities, and event/function space – ideally suited for weddings, celebrations and tour group business.

Key highlights of the Gateway Hotel opportunity include:

• Two-storey, 60-bedroom new-build hotel
• Bar, restaurant and flexible function/event facilities
• Located 0.5 miles from Bushmills and 2.8 miles from the Giant’s Causeway
• Access to adjacent lands to expand the opportunity owned by the promoter
• Outline planning permission granted
• Strong trade potential

The hotel site sits adjacent to lands proposed for a 400-space Park & Ride facility and is within short driving distance to Royal Portrush Golf Club (host of The Open Championship in July 2025), Dunluce Castle, Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, The Dark Hedges (famous Game of Thrones site) and many Blue Flag beaches. Bushmills is also home to the world-famous Old Bushmills Distillery, welcoming over 120,000 visitors per year.

Neal Morrison, Director of Commercial Advisory at Savills Northern Ireland, commented:

"The Gateway Hotel presents an exciting opportunity for hotel operators to establish a strategic foothold in one of Northern Ireland’s most vibrant and expanding tourism destinations. With proximity to the Giant’s Causeway and a strong development vision, we expect strong interest from hotel operators."

Location Information

The hotel is located in a prominent location off the main A2 Dunluce Road and is served by three international airports: Belfast City, Belfast International, and City of Derry – collectively offering access to over 85 destinations. The hotel will appeal to both leisure and golf tourism, as well as the booming "Game of Thrones" fan base and prestigious events such as The Open Championship.