Award-winning Elephant Rock Boutique Hotel in Portrush has been chosen as the Northern Ireland setting for a new women-only wellness retreat by Avandra Escapes.

Taking place over five days this September, the experience will blend movement, stillness, adventure and exceptional food against the spectacular backdrop of the North Coast.

Created for women who want to step away from the noise of everyday life, the retreat promises an uplifting mix of energy, calm and connection. Think sunrise walks on golden beaches, mindful breathwork and mobility on the shoreline, pilates, yoga and strength sessions, sea swims, guided hikes and restorative treatments – all designed to help guests reset body and mind.

And this is no ordinary wellness break. In collaboration with award-winning Freedive NI, guests will also enjoy unforgettable coastal experiences including a Cave & Castle Seal Snorkel Tour, swims from deserted beaches reached by private boat, a Rathlin Island expedition to take in dramatic cliffs, wildlife and puffins, and guided hikes along secret trails and iconic coastal paths known only to locals.

Elephant Rock

Back at Elephant Rock, guests can unwind in boutique surroundings and enjoy memorable dining experiences that celebrate the flavour, warmth and beauty of the North Coast.

Charlotte Dixon, Managing Director of Elephant Rock Boutique Hotel, said: “We’re delighted to be working with Avandra Escapes on what promises to be a really special experience. Elephant Rock is all about helping guests slow down, relax and enjoy the beauty of the North Coast, so this feels like a very natural fit.

“Portrush has such a special energy. You have the sea, the scenery, the fresh air and that sense of escape the moment you arrive. It’s the perfect place for an Avandra escape.”

Founded by Niki Bruce, Avandra Escapes creates wellness retreats in beautiful destinations across the UK and Europe, combining evidence-based wellbeing with meaningful experiences in nature.

Niki Bruce, founder of Avandra Escapes, said: “We wanted to create something that feels uplifting, re-energising and memorable, and Elephant Rock and the North Coast provide the perfect backdrop. This is about giving women the chance to step away from everyday life, reconnect with themselves and experience something genuinely unforgettable.”

With its stylish interiors, warm welcome and unbeatable coastal location, Elephant Rock is the ideal base for a coastal escape that brings together wellbeing, adventure and a little indulgence by the sea.