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ibis Belfast City Centre
BT1 1HF, Belfast, 100 Castle Street
In the very centre of Belfast, this Ibis hotel offers modern rooms with satellite TV, 5 minutes’ walk away from Belfast’s nightlife and bars. Guests can enjoy buffet breakfasts and a stylish restaurant. All rooms... read more
3559 reviews 8.2
Ace Apartments Belfast
BT1 2JD, Belfast, 41-45 Little Donegall Street
Situated in Belfast, Ace Apartments Belfast has well-equipped accommodation featuring free WiFi, 1.1 km from SSE Arena and a 14-minute walk from The Waterfront Hall. Each unit comes with a fully equipped kitchen with a... read more
105 reviews 9
Park Inn by Radisson Belfast
BT2 7GP, Belfast, 4 Clarence Street West
Located in the heart of Belfast city centre, Park Inn by Radisson Belfast is close to the Golden Mile and its bars, restaurants, cafés and shops. Castle Court Shopping Centre is a 10-minute walk away.... read more
2181 reviews 8.5
Holiday Inn Express Belfast City Queens Quarter
BT7 1HP, Belfast, 106A University Street
In the centre of Belfast’s lively Queen's Quarter, this modern hotel offers stylish rooms with flat-screen TVs and free WiFi access throughout. The restaurants of Botanic Avenue are close by. Free car parking is provided.... read more
2271 reviews 8.3
Ramada Encore Belfast City Centre
BT1 2LD, Belfast, 20 Talbot Street
The Ramada Encore Belfast is located in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter and within 15 minutes' walk of The SSE Arena, Titanic Quarter and local bars and shops. There is a 24-hour reception desk and free high-speed... read more
3316 reviews 8.1
Holiday Inn Belfast
BT12 5EE, Belfast, 40 Hope Street
The 4* Holiday Inn Belfast is centrally located, with free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and secure discounted parking nearby. The hotel features Oakwood Grill Restaurant, Starbucks coffee station, 24-hour room service and a gym. All... read more
2858 reviews 8.8
Giant Serviced Apartments - University Street
BT7 1HE, Belfast, 90 University Street
Set in Belfast, 300 metres from The Belfast Empire Music Hall and a 15-minute walk from The Waterfront Hall, Giant Serviced Apartments - University Street features accommodation with free WiFi. Some units also have a... read more
177 reviews 8.9
Dream Apartments Belfast
BT1 3AT, Belfast, Obel Tower 62 Donegall Quay, Belfast
Dream Apartments Belfast is located in both the Obel Tower and the building adjacent to the Obel Tower, offering high-quality accommodation in Belfast’s waterfront district. Within 10 minutes’ walk of the city centre and the... read more
1634 reviews 8.7
Clayton Hotel Belfast
BT2 8HS, Belfast, 22 Ormeau Avenue
In Belfast city centre, the 4-star Clayton Hotel Belfast has a stylish restaurant and bar, a modern fitness centre and a beauty salon. The 4-star hotel offers free WiFi throughout and is a 10-minute drive... read more
2468 reviews 8.3
Maldron Hotel Belfast City
BT2 7GE, Belfast, 20 Brunswick Street Belfast
Boasting a bar and on-site dining, Maldron Hotel Belfast City is located in Belfast, 800 metres from The Belfast Empire Music Hall. The property is a 10-minute walk from The Waterfront Hall and an 18-minute... read more
1204 reviews 9
Jurys Inn Belfast
BT1 6DY, Belfast, Great Victoria Street
This Jurys Inn is located next to Belfast’s City Hall and Opera House. It boasts spacious rooms with flat-screen TVs, a 24-hour reception and a restaurant serving modern cuisine. Wi-Fi is available throughout the entire... read more
4000 reviews 8.7
Hampton By Hilton Belfast City Centre
BT12 5EE, Belfast, Hope Street
Hampton by Hilton Belfast City Centre is located only 1.4 miles from the SSE Arena and a minute's walk from Great Victoria Street rail station. It features an on-site business centre and fitness facilities. Secure... read more
383 reviews 9.1
The Flint
BT1 6PG, Belfast, 48 Howard Street
The Flint is located in Belfast, 350 metres from City Hall and 850 metres from The Waterfront Hall. The property is close to the Odyssey Arena, Victoria Square Shopping Centre and St. George's Market, the... read more
212 reviews 9.7
Radisson Blu Hotel Belfast
BT7 2JB, Belfast, 3 Cromac Place, Ormeau Road
In Belfast’s vibrant Gasworks district, the 4-star Radisson Blu Hotel Belfast features a stylish restaurant and cocktail bar. The spacious rooms offer free Wi-Fi and air conditioning. The elegant Nordic-style rooms are decorated in cool... read more
2121 reviews 8.3
Giant Serviced Apartments City Centre
BT2 8FF, Belfast, 701 Margarita Plaza, Adelaide Street
Set in Belfast within a 7-minute walk of The Waterfront Hall, Giant Serviced Apartments City Centre provides accommodation with free WiFi, a TV and a kitchen. An oven, a microwave and toaster are also featured,... read more
149 reviews 8.5
Giant Serviced Apartments Wellwood Street
BT12 5GF, Belfast, 20 Wellwood Street
Giant Serviced Apartments Wellwood Street is located in Belfast, 400 metres from The Belfast Empire Music Hall, and a garden and a terrace are available in-house. This property offers access to free WiFi. This apartment... read more
19 reviews 8.4
Titanic Hotel Belfast
BT3 9DT, Belfast, Queens Road Titanic Quarter
Featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, Titanic Hotel Belfast is located opposite the Titanic Belfast. It is 600 metres from the SSE Arena. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Rooms feature an Art Deco theme... read more
1570 reviews 9
Eden Apartments Belfast
BT7 1JX, Belfast, 68 Cromwell Road
Situated within 200 metres of The Belfast Empire Music Hall in Belfast, Eden Apartments Belfast features accommodation with free WiFi and flat-screen TV. All units comprise a seating area, and a fully equipped kitchen with... read more
166 reviews 9.3
Bullitt Hotel
BT1 4QN, Belfast, 40a Church Lane
Bullitt Hotel offers accommodation in Belfast, 1.2 km from the Titanic Quarter. Guests can enjoy a choice of the property's restaurant, 3 bars and cafe. There is free WiFi at the hotel. Every room has... read more
1403 reviews 8.9
Giant Serviced Apartments Alfred Street
BT2 8ED, Belfast, 31 Winter Garden, 34 Alfred Street
Located in Belfast, Giant Serviced Apartments Alfred Street provides free WiFi and city views, a 7-minute walk from The Waterfront Hall. Each unit features a living room with a flat-screen TV and a kitchen fitted... read more
76 reviews 8.5
Located in the nearby village of Aldergrove
Cheap Hotels near Belfast City Airport
Belfast City is located adjacent to the port, which is situated roughly 3 miles north east of the city. This terminal was opened close to the end of World War I as a training facility for the Royal Flying Corps and remained in function after the war had ended, as a RAF establishment.
Between 1918 and the beginning of World War II, this airport was used for civic purposes and some of the first flights landing here, carried newspapers from Chester.
After 1946, this terminal was rebuilt and was renamed to George Best Belfast City Airport. Most civic traffic was permanently diverted here by the 1950s due to adverse weather conditions By 1985, more than 1.5 million passengers were utilising this airport annually and and by the mid nineties, ‘Belfast International’ had become privatised and passenger numbers had increased to an annual 2.5 million.
Large airlines such as Easyjet have established large bases here and flights from this city depart for locations throughout Europe, Asia and the Americas.
What used to be known as George Best Belfast City Airport has always been relatively easy to get to, however over the last few decades, road links have made accessing this terminal even more efficient.
From the centre of the city, getting to the airfield is as simple as taking the M2 to the north and then turning onto the A57 at junction 7. The M2 is a vital link for passengers travelling to the airport from the south of the city too. Anyone using a satellite navigation system may find it useful to know the post code, which is BT29 4AB.
More than 8000 spaces creates ample parking and there is also a frequent shuttle service which runs to and from the city center. The shuttle service is available from directly outside the terminal and passes by a number of cheap hotels on the way to the city as well as heading to towns like Lisburn and Londonberry.
Finding overnight accommodation to let in the area is the ideal way of ensuring you arrive in good time for your departure and remain as calm as possible before your flight. Several hotels nearby provide free car parking and free Wifi. Guest rooms in this past of Northern Ireland start from as little as 20 GBP for a single and there are plenty of them within a five mile radius of the airfield. Many local properties in this region are often a family run business, providing good hearty food and a fine display of customer service.
Places to Stay before or after your flight
One of the cheapest accommodations is b&b Parkview Lodge. This top-class bed and breakfast in Belfast has been recommended for a long time by famous travel guides and is situated near Belfast city centre.
Parkview Lodge is also close to Belfast Castle and Cavehill Country Park, and the ferry terminal is 3 minutes drive away, Waterfront Hall and Odyssey Arena 5 minutes drive away. Inexpensive guest house not far from George Best city airport !
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George Best Belfast City Airport in Northern Ireland
Name : George Best Belfast City Airport
Location : the terminal is situated about 3 miles or 5 km northeast of Belfast city centre in Northern Ireland, adjacent to the cruise and ferry Port of Belfast.
Train Transport
The airport is served by nearby Sydenham railway station, located across the A2 from the old passenger terminal. It is served by frequent Northern Ireland Railways trains between Bangor and Portadown (trains call at the Belfast Central and Great Victoria Street railway stations).
Bus Transport
Flexibus route 600 express bus service runs between the airport to the Belfast Europa Buscentre adjacent to the Europa Hotel and Belfast Great Victoria Street railway station. Metro bus 3A operates every 10 minutes from Sydenham to Belfast City Hall.
By Car
George Best City airport is situated on the A2, Sydenham by-pass road between Belfast and Holywood.
Address : Belfast BT3 9JH, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
IATA Code : BHD
Main Airlines : Flybe (largest operator), Aer Lingus, British Airways and Citywing.
The Short Brothers/Bombardier aircraft manufacturing facility is also located on the airport site.
Terminals : one passenger terminal.
Postcode District : BT3 9JH
Region : County Antrim
Country : Northern Ireland
Tel. : +44 28 9093 9093
Nearest Hotels : north-east of Belfast city center, close to the A2 and A20.
Things to do and see nearby
The Searcher, CS Lewis Wardrobe Statue (Holywood Road, Northern Ireland): the statue depicts Digory Kirke, a character from Lewis’ Narnia books, looking into the famous wardrobe.
Redburn Country Park (Old Holywood Road, Jackson’s Road, Holywood BT16 1YP, Northern Ireland): country park good for a walk. The high ground delivers fantastic views over Belfast Lough and the Docks area.
Victoria Park (Park Avenue, Belfast 4, Northern Ireland): well maintained and peaceful park. It’s great for taking dogs for a walk and also for taking children on their bikes. There is a bike track to go around.
Odyssey Arena (2 Queen’s Quay BT3 9QQ, Northern Ireland): popular ice skating rink, sports arena and an interactive science center.