You can scarcely turn a corner on the many throughfares that weave through this ancient isle without encountering
the legend "Ireland's Oldest Pub". Many claim the title but few have the historical pedigree of the old Dobbin family castle,
built by the Norman knight Reginald D'Aubin in the early 13th century. With such a long history it is no surprise that
the hotel has it's own ghost. Don't leave without hearing the sad 17th century tale of Maud and Button cap.
The John Paul Jones Lounge Bar is named after the American Privateer who fought the British fleet in Carrickfergus
Bay in 1778.
The Priest Hole, located near reception was the escape route for those wishing to celebrate mass during
the years when it was outlawed by the crown.
Dobbins Inn Hotel has over the years been, a family castle,a townhouse,a gaol,an armoury,a collection point
for the fledgling postal service and from 1946 a hotel. It was in 1978 that the current owners purchased the hotel and
continue the innkeeper's craft.
