Ardtara Country House has earned consistent recognition from leading hospitality organisations and trusted guest review platforms, reflecting its commitment to exceptional dining, comfort and service.

Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice – Best of the Best Hotels 2025

Issued by Tripadvisor
Awarded: 2025

Ardtara Country House was named among Tripadvisor’s Best of the Best Hotels 2025, ranking No. 3 Small Hotel in the UK and No. 18 in Europe. This is Tripadvisor’s highest honour, awarded to the top 1% of hotels worldwide based on outstanding guest reviews and ratings over a 12-month period.
⭐ Awarded by Tripadvisor

AA Two Rosette Restaurant

Issued by The AA
Awarded: 2025

The Clark fine-dining restaurant at Ardtara Country House holds two AA Rosettes, awarded in the 2025 AA Rosette guide. This distinction recognises excellent cooking, technical skill and consistently high standards that stand out within the region.
⭐ Awarded by The AA

AA Breakfast Award

Issued by The AA
Awarded: 2024

Ardtara Country House received the AA Breakfast Award, recognising an exceptional breakfast experience, from the quality of ingredients to preparation, presentation and service.
⭐ Awarded by The AA

Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice – Best of the Best

Issued by Tripadvisor
Awarded: 2023

Ardtara was again recognised in Tripadvisor’s Best of the Best awards, reflecting consistently excellent guest feedback and high satisfaction levels from travellers around the world.
⭐ Awarded by Tripadvisor

Best Hotel & Guesthouse Restaurant – County Derry

Issued by Restaurants Association of Ireland
Awarded: August 2022

Winner of Best Hotel & Guesthouse Restaurant for County Derry at the Ulster Regional Irish Restaurant Awards, celebrating excellence in food, service and overall dining experience.
⭐ Awarded by the Restaurants Association of Ireland

Michelin Guide – Recommended

Issued by The MICHELIN Guide
Awarded: 2019

Ardtara Country House was listed as Recommended in the Michelin Guide, recognising high-quality cooking, skilful preparation and consistent standards.
⭐ Recognised by the MICHELIN Guide

Romantic Hotel of the Year

Issued by The AA
Awarded: 2017

Named Romantic Hotel of the Year, this award recognised Ardtara’s intimate atmosphere, attention to detail and outstanding guest experience for special occasions and romantic escapes.
⭐ Awarded by The AA

Best Guest Accommodation in Northern Ireland

Issued by The AA
Awarded: 2016–2017

Recognised as Best Guest Accommodation in Northern Ireland, reflecting excellence across comfort, hospitality, service and overall quality.
⭐ Awarded by The AA

AA Four Star Gold Award

Issued by The AA
Awarded: 2016

Ardtara Country House was awarded the AA Four Star Gold rating, a distinction reserved for properties delivering exceptional standards of quality, service and attention to detail.
⭐ Awarded by The AA

Best Hotel Restaurant in Ulster

Issued by Irish Restaurants Association
Awarded: 2015

Named Best Hotel Restaurant in Ulster, highlighting Ardtara’s reputation for refined dining and consistently high culinary standards.
⭐ Awarded by the Irish Restaurants Association