Hotels in Down County, United Kingdom

Down County, in southeast Northern Ireland, is famous for the granite peaks of the Mourne Mountains and the medieval history of Downpatrick. With summer temperatures averaging 65°F (18°C), you can hike Slieve Donard and swim at Murlough Beach, while the cooler winter climate around 45°F (7°C) is perfect for exploring the 12th-century Down Cathedral and watching seals at Strangford Lough. The region splits into the mountainous south and the coastal Ards Peninsula, each offering different landscapes and activities year-round.