Elephant Rock in Portrush is an intimate, boutique hotel which over the past three years has epitomised luxury, glamour & fun. As part of its birthday celebrations, we were delighted to have been invited to enjoy a delicious three-course meal in Eldon’s Restaurant, and handcrafted cocktails in Vi’s, the hotel’s elegant upstairs lounge.
The evening started with drinks from the new cocktail menu; we loved the nutty, creamy Drunk Elephant, the beautifully bitter & fruity Riptide, and the Bartender Recommendation, Ode To Violet, Vi’s floral & nostalgic signature cocktail. And it was wonderful to hear about how the hotel had gone from strength to strength over the past three years from Managing Director Charlotte Dixon, and General Manager Joanne Boyle.
Then, downstairs to Eldon’s with its resident DJ, blue & green velvet chairs, striking monochromatic marble tables, and art pieces including a gorgeous oil painting by Stephen Whalley of the stunning Elephant Rock landmark.
The team in the restaurant provides a dining experience which champions fresh, seasonal ingredients, and showcases local produce through its contemporary menu.
To start, an amuse bouche of Goats Cheese Bon Bons with Soup whetted our appetites while we waited for our starters. There’s a fantastic selection of appetisers to choose from, and we particularly enjoyed the Halloumi coated in Panko Crumble, with Levantine Hot Sauce, the Fish Taco stuffed with Cod Fillet, Baby Gem, Avocado, Sour Cream, Onion and a Lime Sauce, and the simply stunning plant-based Harissa Hispi Cabbage with Butter Bean & Tahini Hummus.
The main courses we also excellent, particularly the Pan Seared Monkfish with Squash Purée, Chickpeas, & a Langoustine Reduction, the Buchanan’s Slowcooked Beef Cheek, with Carrot Purée and Champ, and another amazingly tasty vegan dish, Portobello Wellington with Sage, Smashed Sweet Potato, Pecans, Harissa, and an umami-rich mushroom jus.
And make sure to leave room for dessert; the caramelised Pineapple Tarte Tatin, and the Selection of Dart Mountain Cheeses (Sperrin Blue, Banagher Bold, and Meeny Hill), were particularly good.
With its quirky interior design, and incredible sea views, the Elephant Rock is the perfect venue to spoil yourself with an elegant and sophisticated meal or luxurious getaway.
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The Rooms
Luxurious and elegant, each bedroom interior offers its own unique personality, inspired by a new golden age of decoration.
The upholstered headboards and feature wall panels showcase dazzling mosaic tile patterns combined with lush foliage, reflecting mid-century deco architecture.
Botanical greens, leafy limes, moody twilights and ice cream pastel colour palettes combine to achieve a glamorous, kitsch vibe.
We embrace timeless quality with cheeky sophistication and offer a sanctuary surrounded by marble, heavy velvet curtains, sexy sheers and luxurious linens.
Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean reveals natural beauty. Our extensive colourful renovations make Elephant Rock Hotel reflect a bright and personal service. It’s our own brand of sleek sophisticated glamour, making it the perfect location for your next Northern Ireland adventure.
Afternoon Tea at the Elephant Rock Boutique Hotel
Our indulgent afternoon tea is now serving on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays between 1 and 4 PM. Enjoy sweet treats with gorgeous views at Elephant Rock Hotel.
Afternoon tea is served in our ocean-view cocktail bar and begins with a selection of delicate finger sandwiches before finishing with an exquisite selection of mini desserts and cakes.
Starting at £32 per person, afternoon tea must be booked 48 hours in advance and we request a £10 deposit per person at the point of booking.
Fancy upgrading your experience to something a touch more libatious? Our Prosecco afternoon tea is £38 per person and comes with one of our signature Prosecco-based cocktails.
Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available on request. Please contact us with any dietary requirements at least 72 hours in advance of your booking.
