About Belfast

Only 300 years ago Belfast was a small village tucked away into to a lough and river valley. Today it is a very lively city and, despite an uncomplimentary portrayal in the media over the last 30 years, a safe city too. It has a famous shipbuilding industry (Titanic was built here) and a vibrant student culture. As the dust left from Belfast's troubled history begins to settle, it is becoming increasingly popular with tourists.
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Belfast City Reviews

europe2008

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The Globe is the place to stay!!

We love it here at the Globe!

  • Insider tip:Stay at the Globe - within walking to bank, red light. food, and grocery.

kaf0117137

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Nice enough place to visit for a few days

livwatt7160

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Sort of yucky

Not very nice looking and the people are a little scary

  • Insider tip:Dont walk around at night

Belfast City Hostels

  • Vagabonds

    Vagabonds

    Ideally located in the heart of Queens Quarter,just minutes walk... view more»

  • Lagan Backpackers

    Lagan Backpackers

    Lagan Backpackers has been recently converted into a backpackers... view more»

  • Queen's University Belfast

    Queen's University Be...

    Rooms are in low-rise accommodation blocks of 3 floors and a com... view more»

  • Arnies Backpackers

    Arnies Backpackers

    Situated in the beautiful Queens University area and only 15 min... view more»

  • Belfast International Youth Hostel

    Belfast International...

    Come and stay with us at Belfast Hostel making your journey to B... view more»

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