Hotels in Belfast

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No longer ignored by tourists, Belfast emerged from The Troubles as an Irish city that knows how to show off its treasures and throw a party. This town serves as the capital city of Northern Ireland, also known as Ulster, and it sits on the East Coast's River Lagan. Belfast possesses the famous "warm Irish welcome", and it's packed to the gunnels with historical and cultural sights. There is also a range of excellent restaurants and nightlife throughout the expanded and regenerated city's centre.

The city welcomes over 7 million visitors every year! With so much global attention, you can expect to find plenty of holiday accommodation options throughout town, including cosy B&Bs and luxurious hotels.

Neighbourhoods of Belfast

The city’s neighbourhoods are referred to as quarters by the locals in this region. Particularly interesting areas for holidayers include:

  • Central: The heart of the city is filled with great architecture, including some of the most historic attractions and a vibrant culinary scene.
  • Queen’s Quarter: A fun and vibrant part of the city, and it's home to Queen’s University.
  • Cathedral Quarter: Next door to Central, it is a bit more artsy and relaxed but very popular for its day and night restaurants, pubs and club scene.
  • Gaeltacht Quarter: If you want to experience a 'more Irish’ area, head to this part of the city. It is largely inhabited by Irish-speaking republicans.
  • Titanic Quarter: This maritime area is now a major tourist attraction due to its close connection with the Titanic.

What to see and do in Belfast

Boredom is off the table in this town, thanks to its many diverse attractions and activities, including:

  • Titanic Belfast: Take a fascinating journey into the story of the world’s most famous ship built here.
  • Ulster Museum: You can spend hours browsing the exhibits here. They date from Neolithic times to the present day.
  • Botanic Gardens: The gardens are a lovely place for respite from the noisy city. You'll find a huge collection of plants and statues of significant people.
  • Crumlin Road Gaol: Guided tours of the prison, which closed its cells in 1996, will put you in touch with a host of formerly incarcerated historical figures.
  • Donegall Square: In the heart of the city, it contains important buildings, including the Town Hall and the Linen Hall Library.
  • St George’s Market: The oldest continuously operating market in Ireland is housed in a stunning Victorian building.
  • Victoria Square Shopping Mall: Capped by a glass dome with 360-degree views of the city, this mall has plenty of shops, eateries and a cinema. A guide will point you to all the most relevant landmarks.
  • Game of Thrones: Bus tours leave the city daily. Join one if you want to explore the many filming locations in Northern Ireland.
  • The Giant’s Causeway: This is Northern Ireland’s most famous sight, and the only UNESCO World Heritage Site is only an hour away.

What to eat in Belfast

Food in Belfast represents the typical cuisine of Northern Ireland. The coastal seafood and fresh loch catches are superb, particularly oysters and langoustines. Traditional must-try dishes include:

  • Ulster Fry: A great way to start the day is will a Full Irish Breakfast.
  • Boxty: This fried pancake is made from grated or mashed potato.
  • Colcannon and Champ: Both of these are mashed potato dishes. Colcannon is mashed with cabbage or kale, while champ is mashed with spring onion.
  • Irish Stew: Ideal for a hearty meal, this dish contains lamb, potatoes, carrots and onions.
  • Barmbrack: Try this butter-spread cake with cinnamon and dried fruit.

Typical events and festivals in Belfast

The calendar is full all year with events across many disciplines, including:

  • International Arts Festival: More than 200 musical, theatrical, dance, literature and movie events happen mid-October over 20 days.
  • C.S. Lewis Festival: Celebrate the life and works of the Belfast-born writer in November.
  • Fleadh Feirste: The Gaeltacht Quarter Festival: The annual celebration of the Irish language in November also features the switching on the Christmas lights.
  • Rose Week: For one week in July, over 45,000 blooming roses are put on display at the parks of St. Thomas Park and Lady Dixon.

How to move around in Belfast

The city is very walkable, and it's also served by numerous bus routes, including many converging at Donegall Square. The city is also well connected to other significant cities in Northern Ireland. Although it's a small country, you can traverse the entire region in less than three hours. There are also two airports as well as direct links to Dublin.

The climate in Belfast

Thanks to the Gulf Stream, Northern Ireland enjoys a milder climate than most other destinations on the same line of latitude. The temperature in Belfast only varies a small range throughout the year. The best months to visit this city are July and August, with pleasant temperatures averaging highs of around 19° C.

Belfast today 52°F
54°F | 45°F

In Belfast we will have light rain, warm clothing is recommended.

    • Wednesday
    • 52°F | 39°F
    • Thursday
    • 52°F | 39°F
    • Friday
    • 46°F | 37°F
    • Saturday
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Hotel Europa Belfast

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Hotel Leonardo Belfast

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Hotel Ibis Belfast City Centre

Hotel Ibis Belfast City Centre

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Frequently asked questions about Hotels in Belfast

The most centrally located hotels in Belfast with the best ratings are: Hotel Europa Belfast, Hotel Holiday Inn Belfast City Centre and Hotel Ten Square.

It depends on the category of the hotel. If you want to stay at a 4-star hotel in Belfast, the average price per night is 70 , while you will pay an average of 67 for a 3-star hotel, and in a more luxurious 5-star hotel, you'll pay around 73 .

Hotel Maldron Belfast International Airport is the closest one to Belfast-International.

You can make reservations at Hotel Ten Square if you´re looking for a hotel with valet service for your visit to Belfast.

If you need a hotel with disabled access in Belfast, we recommend Hotel Europa Belfast, Hotel Holiday Inn Belfast City Centre and Hotel Ten Square.

According to our clients, if you´re travelling with children, the best hotels in Belfast are Hotel Radisson Blu Belfast, Hotel Crowne Plaza Belfast, An Ihg and Hotel Clayton Belfast.

If you want to save time, the hotels in Belfast with express check-in and check-out are Hotel The Gregory, The Malone and Hotel The 1852 Self Checkin.

Some of the options for hotels with non-smoking rooms in Belfast are Hotel Europa Belfast, Hotel Holiday Inn Belfast City Centre and Hotel Ten Square.

In Belfast, Hotel Tara Lodge, Hotel Europa Belfast and Hotel The Stormont offer 24-hour front desk service.

If you're bringing a vehicle, we recommend that you book a hotel with parking in Belfast, like Hotel Holiday Inn Belfast City Centre, Hotel Ten Square or Balmoral Hotel, Belfast.