Belfast International Youth Hostel is a great choice for travellers looking for clean, safe and budget-friendly accommodation in the heart of Belfast. The hostel is Belfast's biggest and longest established, offering a range of room options to suit all budgets, from basic dormitory beds to private double rooms with en-suite shower and toilet. Located just off Shaftesbury Square in the city centre, the hostel is ideally located for exploring the city's history and attractions, including the university area, the waterfront and Titanic Quarter, and the city centre shops.
Guests can enjoy a quiet, comfortable and relaxing stay with restricted food and alcohol in designated areas. The hostel welcomes guests of all ages, including solo travellers, couples, groups of friends, families with children and school and study groups. The hostel has limited parking spaces on a first come first park basis and cannot guarantee space. However, the hostel staff are willing to accommodate any additional needs that guests may have.
The hostel's rooms are equipped with bunk beds, except for the en-suite twins and doubles. Standard twins are small and designed for those seeking a budget room with some privacy. The en-suite shower rooms are designed as wet rooms, without shower doors or curtains. Guests need to bring their own towels and soap.
Although breakfast is not included, guests can purchase it at the cafe on the ground floor, open from 8am until 2pm. Overall, Belfast International Youth Hostel is an excellent choice for travellers looking for a central location with clean and safe accommodation at an affordable price.
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Vagabonds is a fantastic hostel located in the heart of the buzzing Queens Quarter in Belfast. Its central location makes it an ideal base from which to explore the city's popular bars, restaurants and tourist attractions such as the Ulster Museum and Botanic Gardens. The hostel itself is quirky, friendly and comfortable, with Hostelworld guests praising its clean and safe accommodation and highly rated staff who are always up for a bit of banter. The beautifully renovated, listed building offers a range of facilities including free breakfast, internet, book exchange, DVDs, free Wi-Fi, towel hire, lockers, under-bed storage, a pool table and tour booking.
The full catering kitchen is modern and well-equipped with a separate dining area containing a traditional wood-burning stove, while the living room is spacious and funky, perfect for chilling out with a book or film. Outside, there's a very cool beer garden where the hostel hosts BBQ nights in the summer, as well as a picnic area in the front of the hostel.
In terms of accommodation, the hostel has ten bedrooms ranging in size from twin/double to 6/8/12/14 bed dorms, making it suitable for solo travellers, couples and groups of friends. It's worth noting that the hostel doesn't accept any Stag or Hen party bookings, ensuring a quiet and comfortable stay for all guests. Overall, Vagabonds is a top-rated hostel that's definitely worth considering for its central location, comfortable accommodation and range of facilities.
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Botanical Backpackers is a charming and welcoming hostel located in the heart of Belfast's Queen's Quarter. With a small capacity of just 18 beds, it boasts a cosy and friendly atmosphere that will make you feel at home from the moment you arrive. The hostel's location is one of its greatest assets, situated just one minute away from the beautiful Botanical Gardens and Ulster Museum, as well as the University Lanyon Building. The City Hall is only a 10-15 minute walk away, and the bus/train stations are a mere 5-10 minute walk away, making it an ideal base from which to explore the city and its surroundings.
The hostel offers a variety of amenities, including a well-equipped kitchen, a comfortable living room, and a small garden for guests to enjoy. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hostel, and a free breakfast with vegan and gluten-free options is provided to ensure guests start the day on the right foot.
The staff at Botanical Backpackers are incredibly friendly and helpful, always willing to provide suggestions for hidden gems in Belfast or help guests plan their trips around Ireland. They even offer tours of the city and Causeway coast directly from the hostel, making it easy to see all the best sights without having to worry about transportation.
Overall, Botanical Backpackers is an excellent choice for those looking for a central location in a welcoming and cosy atmosphere.
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Global Village is the top-rated hostel in Belfast, located in the bustling Queens University area. It's the perfect location for exploring the city, as it's only a 15-minute walk from City Hall in the centre of Belfast. This hostel is known for its friendly and helpful staff, relaxed atmosphere and cleanliness. The rooms are spotless, and the modern amenities provided don't take away from the original charm and character of the 19th-century building.
One of the best features of Global Village is its central location. It's situated in the Queens Quarter, just a minute's walk from major tourist attractions like The Botanical Gardens, Ulster Museum and Queens University. It's also less than a minute away from Botanic Avenue, which is always buzzing with shops, cafes, restaurants, bars and nightclubs.
Global Village offers a wide variety of entertainment for its guests, including a huge selection of DVD's, board games, Nintendo Wii, guitars, pool and football tables, as well as popular BBQ's and pub crawls. The hostel's fully equipped kitchen and games room provide the perfect place to relax, meet and have fun with other guests. The hostel is centrally heated and has hot water 24hrs a day, with laundry facilities available for a small fee.
Overall, Global Village is an excellent budget accommodation option for travellers looking for a clean, comfortable and relaxed environment in the heart of Belfast. The friendly and energetic staff are always up for a good laugh and aim to ensure that guests have the best possible experience while in Belfast.
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