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4-star hotels in Belfast
To help you choose among the 15 four-star hotels in Belfast that we list, this shortlist highlights the options by location, facilities and traveller needs, so you can find the right base for a city break, a family trip or a business stay.
Staying in Belfast
Belfast rewards visitors with a compact, walkable centre where grand civic buildings stand alongside the Cathedral Quarter's cobbled streets and the modern Titanic Quarter. South of the centre you'll find leafy suburbs, the Botanic Gardens and Queen's University, while East Belfast tells its own story of industrial heritage. The city is easily explored on foot, with frequent buses and a train network for longer trips.
The hotels on this shortlist sit in the City Centre and the Titanic Quarter. Addresses like Donegall Square South, Bedford Street, Great Victoria Street and Brunswick Street place you right among the shops and attractions of the City Centre, while Queens Road puts you by the water in the Titanic Quarter. Couples will appreciate the central buzz; families have roomy options with pools and family rooms; business travellers benefit from the proximity to offices and transport hubs.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
room2 Belfast Hometel
Queen Street, Belfast, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereWith a 4.8 guest rating from 609 reviews and 0.7 km to the centre, room2 Belfast Hometel pairs apartment-style cooking, with kitchen and kitchenette in the room, with hotel comforts such as breakfast and a restaurant. Pets are allowed, so it suits guests travelling with a dog as much as longer stays that want to self-cater near Queen Street.
See room2 Belfast HometelThe Harrison Chambers Of Distinction
Malone Rd 45, Belfast, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereThe Harrison Chambers Of Distinction sits on Malone Rd, 1.4 km from the centre, and offers free car parking along with a terrace, a lounge and a restaurant. A 4.7 rating across 249 reviews marks it out for travellers who prefer a smaller, characterful base with their own transport.
See The Harrison Chambers Of DistinctionThe Flint
48 Howard Street, Belfast, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Parking
- Kitchen
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereThe Flint puts you 0.5 km from the centre on Howard Street, with apartment facilities including a kitchenette, microwave and dishwasher, plus bike rental for getting around. A 4.6 rating from 665 reviews and garage parking make it a practical choice for independent city breaks.
See The FlintTitanic Hotel Belfast
Queens Road Titanic Quarter, Belfast, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay hereTitanic Hotel Belfast stands on Queens Road in the Titanic Quarter, 2.2 km from the centre, with a restaurant, bar and room service, plus family rooms for those travelling with children. Its 4.5 rating comes from 3768 reviews, the largest guest base in this list.
See Titanic Hotel BelfastGrand Central Hotel Belfast
9 15 Bedford Street, Belfast, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay hereGrand Central Hotel Belfast is 0.4 km from the centre on Bedford Street, with a restaurant, bar, room service and family rooms. The 4.5 rating from 2326 reviews and touches such as bathrobes and an iPod dock suit guests who want a full-service stay within walking distance of the middle of the city.
See Grand Central Hotel BelfastThe Gregory
30 32 Eglantine Avenue, Belfast, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereThe Gregory on Eglantine Avenue, 1.4 km from the centre, offers free car parking, a garden and a terrace in a quiet residential setting. Family rooms and pets allowed, plus a 4.5 rating from 298 reviews, make it a good fit for motorists and those with children or a dog.
See The GregoryEuropa Hotel
Great Victoria Street, Belfast, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereEuropa Hotel on Great Victoria Street is 0.4 km from the centre and has a restaurant, bar, room service and a business centre. With a 4.4 rating from 4858 reviews, it stands out for guests who want a well-established, centrally placed hotel for work or leisure.
See Europa HotelCrowne Plaza Belfast by IHG
117 Milltown Road, Belfast, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereCrowne Plaza Belfast by IHG on Milltown Road, 4.7 km from the centre, has an indoor pool and a fitness centre alongside free car parking and a garden. Family rooms and a 4.4 rating from 2446 reviews suit guests who want leisure facilities away from the city's busiest streets.
See Crowne Plaza Belfast by IHGDoubleTree by Hilton Belfast City Ten Square
10 Donegall Square South, Belfast, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereDoubleTree by Hilton Belfast City Ten Square is 0.4 km from the centre on Donegall Square South, with a fitness centre, restaurant and bar to hand. Family rooms and a 4.4 rating from 2180 reviews make it a straightforward base for sightseeing on foot.
See DoubleTree by Hilton Belfast City Ten SquareBullitt Hotel
40A Church Lane, Belfast, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Breakfast in room
- Family rooms
Why stay hereBullitt Hotel on Church Lane is 0.9 km from the centre, with a restaurant, bar and night club on site for evenings out. A 4.4 rating from 2013 reviews, bike rental and a garden give it a livelier feel that suits guests who want the city's nightlife close by.
See Bullitt HotelAC Hotel by Marriott Belfast
Donegall Quay Belfast Harbour, Belfast, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereAC Hotel by Marriott Belfast sits on Donegall Quay at the harbour, 1.5 km from the centre, with a river setting, terrace and restaurant. Pets are allowed and its 4.4 rating from 1381 reviews appeals to guests who want waterside views within reach of the centre.
See AC Hotel by Marriott BelfastBenedicts Hotel
7 21 Bradbury Place Belfast, Belfast, United Kingdom
Best for: Pool and spa · Breakfast
- Spa
- Breakfast
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereBenedicts Hotel on Bradbury Place, 0.4 km from the centre, combines a restaurant, bar and night club with a spa, and serves breakfast in the room. A 4.3 rating from 3662 reviews suits guests who want entertainment and a spa on the doorstep.
See Benedicts HotelHilton Belfast
4 Lanyon Place, Belfast, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereHilton Belfast at Lanyon Place, 0.8 km from the centre, has a fitness centre and gymnasium, business centre and free newspaper. Pets are allowed, and a 4.3 rating from 2766 reviews fits travellers who want a full range of on-site amenities by the water.
See Hilton BelfastHoliday Inn Belfast City Centre by IHG
40 Hope Street, Belfast, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereHoliday Inn Belfast City Centre by IHG on Hope Street is 0.4 km from the centre, with a fitness centre, gymnasium, restaurant and bar, plus garage parking. A 4.3 rating from 2332 reviews makes it a solid pick for guests who want to keep up a workout routine while visiting the city.
See Holiday Inn Belfast City Centre by IHGMaldron Hotel Belfast City
20 Brunswick Street, Belfast, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereMaldron Hotel Belfast City on Brunswick Street is 0.4 km from the centre and offers a fitness centre, gymnasium and restaurant, with bike rental for exploring. A 4.3 rating from 2272 reviews and family rooms suit guests who want central, active city breaks.
See Maldron Hotel Belfast City
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| room2 Belfast Hometel | ★★★★ | 4.8 | 609 | – | Yes | – | Yes | 0.7 km |
| The Harrison Chambers Of Distinction | ★★★★ | 4.7 | 249 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 1.4 km |
| The Flint | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 665 | Yes | – | – | – | 0.5 km |
| Titanic Hotel Belfast | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 3,768 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 2.2 km |
| Grand Central Hotel Belfast | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 2,326 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 0.4 km |
| The Gregory | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 298 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 1.4 km |
| Europa Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 4,858 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 0.4 km |
| Crowne Plaza Belfast by IHG | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 2,446 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 4.7 km |
| DoubleTree by Hilton Belfast City Ten Square | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 2,180 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 0.4 km |
| Bullitt Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 2,013 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 0.9 km |
| AC Hotel by Marriott Belfast | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 1,381 | Yes | Yes | – | Yes | 1.5 km |
| Benedicts Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.3 | 3,662 | – | Yes | Yes | – | 0.4 km |
| Hilton Belfast | ★★★★ | 4.3 | 2,766 | Yes | Yes | – | Yes | 0.8 km |
| Holiday Inn Belfast City Centre by IHG | ★★★★ | 4.3 | 2,332 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 0.4 km |
| Maldron Hotel Belfast City | ★★★★ | 4.3 | 2,272 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 0.4 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
These hotels offer family rooms and extra beds. Titanic Hotel Belfast and Crowne Plaza Belfast by IHG have the most extensive family facilities, including cots and babysitting at the Titanic. Europa Hotel, Maldron Hotel Belfast City, Hilton Belfast and Holiday Inn Belfast City Centre by IHG are all central and well set up for children, with family rooms and cots.
Titanic Hotel Belfast · Europa Hotel · Crowne Plaza Belfast by IHG · Maldron Hotel Belfast City · Hilton Belfast · Holiday Inn Belfast City Centre by IHG
For couples
Room2 Belfast Hometel, Grand Central Hotel Belfast and DoubleTree by Hilton Belfast City Ten Square earn the highest guest ratings, with 4.8, 4.5 and 4.4 respectively. The Harrison Chambers Of Distinction, with its terrace and free parking, and Europa Hotel, with its long-standing reputation, are also excellent choices for a couple's break.
room2 Belfast Hometel · Grand Central Hotel Belfast · DoubleTree by Hilton Belfast City Ten Square · The Flint · Europa Hotel
For business travellers
Hotels with business centres and meeting facilities include Europa Hotel, DoubleTree by Hilton Belfast City Ten Square, Grand Central Hotel Belfast, Hilton Belfast, Holiday Inn Belfast City Centre by IHG and Maldron Hotel Belfast City. All are in the City Centre, within 0.9 km of the centre, and offer free Wi-Fi. The Flint and Bullitt Hotel also provide central convenience and express check-in.
Europa Hotel · DoubleTree by Hilton Belfast City Ten Square · Grand Central Hotel Belfast · Hilton Belfast · Holiday Inn Belfast City Centre by IHG · Maldron Hotel Belfast City
Near the centre
If you want to be within walking distance of Belfast's main attractions, these hotels are all 0.5 km or less from the centre. Grand Central Hotel Belfast, Europa Hotel, Holiday Inn Belfast City Centre by IHG, Maldron Hotel Belfast City, Benedicts Hotel and DoubleTree by Hilton Belfast City Ten Square are clustered around the City Centre, while The Flint is also just 0.5 km away.
Grand Central Hotel Belfast · Europa Hotel · Holiday Inn Belfast City Centre by IHG · Maldron Hotel Belfast City · Benedicts Hotel · DoubleTree by Hilton Belfast City Ten Square
Questions, answered
Which hotels have free parking?
The Harrison Chambers Of Distinction, The Gregory and Crowne Plaza Belfast by IHG offer free car parking. Other hotels may have paid parking; check directly with the hotel.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, Room2 Belfast Hometel, The Gregory, AC Hotel by Marriott Belfast and Hilton Belfast allow pets. Policies may vary, so confirm when booking.
Which hotels have a pool or spa?
Crowne Plaza Belfast by IHG has an indoor pool. Benedicts Hotel has a spa. No other listed hotels have a pool or spa on site.
Which hotels are best for families?
Titanic Hotel Belfast, Crowne Plaza Belfast by IHG, Europa Hotel and Maldron Hotel Belfast City are among the best for families, offering family rooms and cots. Titanic Hotel also provides babysitting services.
Which hotels are closest to the city centre?
Grand Central Hotel Belfast, Europa Hotel, Holiday Inn Belfast City Centre by IHG, Maldron Hotel Belfast City, Benedicts Hotel and DoubleTree by Hilton Belfast City Ten Square are all just 0.4 km from the centre.
Which hotel has the highest guest rating?
Room2 Belfast Hometel has the highest guest rating of 4.8 out of 5 from 609 reviews. The Harrison Chambers Of Distinction follows with 4.7, and The Flint with 4.6.
Do any hotels offer a shuttle service?
The Harrison Chambers Of Distinction lists a shuttle service among its facilities. Other hotels may offer this on request.