Belfast, capital of Northern Ireland, is not only the second most visited city on the whole island, but it also ranks among the most popular destinations in the UK. Moving forward after a difficult past, it is now a city that welcomes numerous visitors, eager to discover what it has to offer. From historical shipyards to numerous parks, eclectic architecture, varied cultural offerings and welcoming locals, there is indeed a lot to discover and appreciate about the place.
Because of the constant expansion and growth, it is also easier than ever to find accommodation in Belfast, as cheap b&b and budget friendly hotels are widely available.
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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
BT1 3LP, Belfast, 4 Lanyon Place
Next to The Waterfront Hall convention centre, Hilton Belfast has a fitness room and a modern bar and restaurant. Overlooking the River Lagan, Belfast’s vibrant city centre is under a mile away. This 4-star Hilton’s... read more
BT9 7EP, Belfast, 355-367 Lisburn Road
Cordia Apartments Belfast is situated in the leafy South Belfast, just a 5-minute drive from the city centre. These fully equipped apartments offer complimentary car parking and and electric charging is available. Children under 12... read more
BT2 7BQ, Belfast, Great Victoria Street
On Great Victoria Street, beside the Grand Opera House, the luxury Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast offers boutique bedrooms with free Wi-Fi. There is a chic restaurant and modern cocktail bar. Valet parking is available for an... read more
BT10 0NF, Belfast, Blacks Road
Balmoral Hotel, Belfast is situated 5 minutes’ drive from the city centre and situated at the junction of the M1 motorway. Free on-site parking is offered to all guests. A private bathroom, free Wi-Fi and... read more
BT7 1JL, Belfast, Botanic Avenue
House Belfast is a boutique-style hotel with a relaxed bar & bistro and lively nightclub. It is 300 metres from Belfast city centre and a short walk from The Waterfront Hall. Each room has free... read more
BT1 2LD, Belfast, 20 Talbot Street
Ramada by Wyndham Belfast is located in the heart of town in the Cathedral Quarter of Belfast's city centre. Your perfect base to explore the best of Belfast on foot with Victoria Square shopping centre,... read more
BT7 1RQ, Belfast, 7-21 Bradbury Place, Belfast
The boutique-style Benedicts is on Belfast's vibrant Golden Mile and has a very popular music bar, a restaurant and excellent, stylish rooms. Bedrooms have free Wi-Fi, luxurious bedding and wide-screen TVs with Freeview. Located at... read more
BT6 0BZ, Belfast, 690 Ravenhill Road
Just 2 miles (3 km) from Belfast city centre, Ravenhill Guest House offers free parking, award-winning breakfasts and homely rooms with free Wi-Fi. Belfast Central Rail Station is 1.5 miles (2.5 km) away. Each spacious... read more
BT7 1NR, Belfast, 13 Lower Crescent
Situated in the heart of the vibrant Queens Quarter, The 1852 Hotel - Self Check-in offers 3-star accommodation. Each room at The 1852 Hotel - Self Check-in features an en-suite bathroom, flat-screen TV, and free... read more
BT2 7AP, Belfast, Great Victoria Street
In the heart of Belfast’s city centre, the 4-star Europa Hotel is next to Great Victoria Street Railway Station. Guests can enjoy luxurious rooms and dining in the contemporary bistro. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in... read more
BT9 6DY, Belfast, 60 Eglantine Avenue, Malone Road
The Malone is a recently renovated boutique Victorian townhouse hotel. It has a new on-site restaurant and pub as well as complimentary car parking. This hotel is located within South Belfast’s historical Queen’s University Quarter.... read more
BT7 1JW, Belfast, 36 Cromwell Road, Botanic Avenue
Located in the bohemian Queen’s Quarter of Belfast, a mere 10-minute walk from the city centre, Tara Lodge offers stylish, modern bedrooms with warm and genuine hospitality. Established in 1998, it is the pursuit of... read more
BT4 3LP, Belfast, 587 Upper Newtownards Road
Overlooking the gardens of Stormont Castle, in the leafy suburbs of Belfast, this luxurious 4-star hotel has its own bistro restaurant. There is free parking, a 24-hour front desk and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.... read more
BT18 0EX, Belfast, Bangor Road, Holywood
A 10-minute drive from Belfast city centre, Culloden hotel has a spa, a pool and a fitness suite. There is free parking, and Belfast Airport is a 5-minute drive away. Rooms at the 5-star Culloden... read more
BT1 3GH, Belfast, 34-38 Victoria Street
In the heart of the city, this beautifully converted Victorian warehouse is now a stylish and luxurious 4-star hotel, mixing period features with modern boutique style. With carved stone gargoyles and original iron pillars and... read more
BT1 2DZ, Belfast, 16 Skipper Street
The 5 AA Red Star Merchant Hotel is in the Cathedral Quarter of Belfast's city centre. It offers luxurious air-conditioned rooms, free Wi-Fi, a spa, and a rooftop gymnasium and hot tub. The Merchant is... read more
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. All rooms in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV,... read more
BT12 5EE, Belfast, 40 Hope Street
The 4* Holiday Inn Belfast is centrally located, close to major public transport and road links, Ulster Hall, Grand Opera House and Victoria Square Shopping Centre are all within 10 minutes' walk of the hotel.... read more
BT1 6DY, Belfast, Great Victoria Street
Leonardo Hotel Belfast 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
BT8 7XP, Belfast, 117 Milltown Road
Crowne Plaza - Belfast is a 4-star hotel is situated in the surroundings of Lagan Valley Regional Park, just 15 minutes by car from Belfast's thriving city centre. Complimentary parking and an indoor pool are... read more
BT1 5JD, Belfast, 10 Donegall Square South
Ten Square Hotel is situated in the heart of Belfast City Centre, a 5-minute drive from Titanic Quarter, SSE Arena, Waterfront Hall, Belfast Cathedral and all central attractions, shops, whilst impressively overlooking historic City Hall.... read more
BT2 7GE, Belfast, 15 Brunswick Street
Situated in Belfast centre, Travelodge Belfast is a 10-minute drive from George Best Belfast City Airport. With spacious rooms and a traditional restaurant, the hotel has a 24-hour front desk. With fresh, modern décor, the... read more
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
BT17 9RR, Belfast, 4 Dunmurry Lane
Just 10 minutes from Belfast’s vibrant city centre, The Beechlawn Hotel offers large, colourful bedrooms. With an international restaurant, there is also free private parking. The restaurant offers an intimate atmosphere for evening dining, and... read more
BT15 4DB, Belfast, 22 Lansdowne Road
Somerton House Rooms Only is 2 miles from Belfast Ferry Port and 3 miles from the city centre. It offers home-cooked breakfasts, free parking and rooms with flat-screen TVs and DVD players. The light and... read more
BT11 9AF, Belfast, 45 Andersonstown Road
Greenmount Bed and Breakfast is situated alongside the M1, just 10 minutes' drive from central Belfast. It has free on-site private parking and free Wi-Fi throughout the building. The rooms at Greenmount are bright and... read more
BT7 1SE, Belfast, 11 Ashburne Place
In the heart of the city centre, the Belfast City Apartment is just 1 minutes' walk from the bars and restaurants on Belfast's Golden Mile. The apartment has a private entrance. A 32-inch LCD TV... read more
BT12 7AG, Belfast, 16 Springfield Road
A 15-minute walk from Belfast city centre and less than 5 miles from George Best City Airport, Springfield B&B offers free Wi-Fi. Free public parking and good public transport links are nearby. With a tiled... read more
BT8 8EU , Belfast, 556 Saintfield Road
Just outside of Belfast city with the centre only 20 minutes’ drive away is the Ivanhoe Inn and Hotel. Boasting free WiFi and fresh cooked breakfasts, the Ivanhoe also has free on-site parking. Each en... read more
Whether you are visiting Belfast for a few days or for a longer holiday, you will never have to wonder what to do. The largest city on the island of Ireland offers a lot of activities, no matter what your interests are.
A leisurely walk around the city centre is a great way to get familiar with the place and to discover some of its most renowned landmarks. From your bed and breakfast, head to the City Hall, at the heart of the city, and walk towards Queens University.
For a historical visit, don’t miss the Political Murals, a testimony to the turmoil that affected the city for 30 years. When you are tired of exploring, enjoy a well-deserved break at the Crown Bar, one of the most fascinating in town, with its unique decor, dim lighting and sought-after booths.
For more relaxation you can enjoy a moment at the swimming pool or in the Botanic Gardens, the most popular park in town. If you are traveling with children, you may want to look for cheap b&b with family rooms, to enjoy some quality time after long days of sightseeing.
Located on Queen’s Island is popular The Odyssey arena, which hosts high-profile sporting and entertainment events, as well as music concerts. City center hotels and b&b’s are close to the Golden Mile and the bars, restaurants, cafes and shops.
Spend a day in the Titanic Quarter, a renovated dock yard that’s home to the award winning Titanic Belfast Museum, a building both striking on the outside and informative on the inside. Other key attractions include City Hall, the grandest landmark in the city and the Ulster Museum which offers an in depth insight into the history of Northern Ireland.
The best shopping can be found along Cornmarket although surprise finds can be discovered all over the city.
The arts scene in Belfast is another of its biggest draws, so much so that on the first Thursday of each month many galleries open late.
Belfast nightlife has long been a secret to outsiders, but now more and more visitors are discovering how much fun the locals have at night. Start with a meal at a Michelin starred restaurant such as Eipic and then head to one of the pubs or bars in the Cathedral Quarter or along Dublin Road.
A short trip out of Belfast will give visitors the chance to take a whiskey distillery tour or take a visit to the Giants Causeway, one of the natural wonders of the UK.
Finding a place to stay in Belfast is quite easy, as numerous hotels and bed and breakfast are located in various districts of the city. The question, then, is which area you should choose to live in during your holiday. If you are visiting the capital for a short period of time, accommodation in the city centre makes sense, as it will make all your visits and travel fast and easy.
Indeed, the area around Donegall Square and the City Hall is small enough to walk everywhere and numerous buses allow you to reach other parts of town during the day. For a quieter option, you can find a cheap b&b situated around Botanic Avenue, a leafy district near Queen’s University where lovely cafés, shops and restaurants abound. If it is culture you are looking for, staying in the Cathedral Quarter is a good idea.
Other elements to take into account when you are choosing where to stay are the amenities provided, which can include a swimming pool, family rooms, that allow dogs, lounges, and more.Family rooms can often accommodate 2 adults and 2 children. Many of these comfortable rooms have one double bed and one double sofa bed.
Another is option is staying in a fully equipped apartment to rent, which you can rent for one night, a weekend, or longer.
Find your budget city center hotel or bed and breakfast
Northern Ireland’s capital city is located in the north-eastern part of the country.
Distance to
Visitors and tourists willing to fly to to Belfast arrive at either George Best City Airport, or Belfast International Airport BFS (see best hotels).
Ferries leave from the ferry port to Stranraer, Isle of Man and the Port of Liverpool. Another option is taking a ferry from Larne, which is less than 30 minutes away by car.
