About

Welcome to the friendliest and cosiest little hostel in Belfast, we really look forward to having you stay!
We are a safe, clean, 18 bed hostel in the beautiful Queen's Quarter of Belfast, right beside the Botanical Gardens.
We have free WIFI and a free hostel breakfast (see photos) with vegan and gluten-free options,
so everyone can enjoy a healthy start to the day before heading out to explore our wonderful city!

We have a fantastic and well-equipped kitchen, a cosy living room, and a small garden for guests to enjoy.
Feel free to enjoy our guitars, board games, and book collection!

We truly hope you'll feel at home here, and we just love sharing our suggestions of our favourite hidden gems in Belfast for you to visit!
Botanical Backpackers is the ideal base from which to explore the city and surrounding countryside, and all Belfast's culture and events.
We are very happy to help plan the rest of your trip around Ireland,
or just listen and nod, and help work out solutions, while you cry about Ireland's strange and confusing public transport systems. :)

**Please note that check-in is from 2pm in the afternoon until 9pm in the evening, must have valid photo ID upon arrival**
We do not accept stag/hen parties or heavy drinking groups. Quiet after 9pm (chatting is fine, just no crashing around like a baby elephant!).

Location
Situated in the beautiful Queens University area, 1 minute from the Botanical Gardens and Ulster Museum (both free to visit!),
and the University Lanyon Building.
Only 10-15 min walk from the City Hall and a 1 minute walk to the bus stop for the City Centre. :)

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 21:00

Check Out

until 11:00

  • Child Friendly
  • Non Smoking
  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free Breakfast
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Security Lockers
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Adaptors
  • Reception (limited hours)
  • Board Games
  • Wi-Fi
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Reviews

9.7Superb(1672)
  • Value for Money
    9.7
  • Security
    9.9
  • Atmosphere
    9.7
  • Cleanliness
    9.7
  • Staff
    9.8
  • Location
    9.3
  • Facilities
    9.5
Summary of traveller reviews

Botanical Backpackers in Belfast offers a wonderfully cosy and safe atmosphere, perfect for solo female travellers and those seeking a peaceful stay. Guests praise the incredibly friendly and helpful staff, especially Erika, and the delicious free breakfast with special dietary options. Its location near Queen's University and the Botanic Gardens is convenient, though a walk to the city centre is required.

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Stayed in Aug 2026
10
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HAZEL
Female, 41+, Scotland
fabulous sweet oasis, calming atmosphere, kind , caring staff. Interesting books, artwork and crafts.. delicious baking to enjoy and free thoughtful breakfast.. ideal location.. why pay double for a student residence soulless box. UKE lady xx
Stayed in Aug 2026
10
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Meitheamh
Female, 41+, Ireland
Very welcoming and friendly, great location value for money very quiet yet close to everything would stay again. If you’re looking for somewhere peaceful yet close to all the action then this is the place. Walking distance (20mins) to Grand central train station. Im a. Solo traveler so don’t go out at night so unsure as to how safe the area is when it’s dark but I felt safe in the accommodation and walking around site seeing during the day.
Stayed in Aug 2026
10
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Gillian
Female, 41+, Scotland
Not the cheapest of hostels I could find, but I had no regrets, due to the friendliness of the hosts, and was more than worth it. It was super clean, decorated like a welcoming home, and full of interesting international people. The hosts were very helpful in suggesting things to do in Belfast. The atmosphere is respectful and the dorms are quiet. I would definitely return there and can 100% recommend it. Thank you Erika and team!
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Location

63 Fitzwilliam Street (opposite Queens University), Belfast, Northern Ireland
1.4km from city centre