The 10 Best Boutique Hotels in Belfast

It’s all about location when you book with Ten Square Hotel, located south of Belfast City Hall in Donegall Square, the heart of the city’s shopping district. This boutique hotel will suit all travellers as it offers standard and budget rooms, along with several deluxe suites for those extra-special weekend breaks. The in-house restaurant, Jospers Steakhouse, is one of the best in the city – and it’s family-friendly. For those who prefer a hotel bar, Ten Square Hotel has a fantastic outdoor atmosphere every night of the week in the Linen Bar.

For a little Belfast class, visit Malmaison Hotel, which has a mix of contemporary style with Titanic-inspired interiors in each room to give visitors a taste of Belfast’s prided history. The hotel’s location on Victoria Street is the perfect distance from the City Centre and Cathedral Quarter – the home of cuisine, culture and nightlife every day. The Malbar, Malmaison’s very own cocktail bar, has so many quirky drinks to offer in another wonderful interior – think classic luxury mixed with funk. This former seed warehouse turned hotel is a great place for those who like something a little different.

South Belfast is full of quality lodgings, and Malone Lodge is no exception. Adjacent to the Queen’s University extended campus, this lodge is famous for attracting Pinterest-perfect weddings and couples who love the cosy atmosphere and luxury surroundings. Those who fancy quiet weekends will enjoy the deluxe suites, private lounges and outdoor seating areas, which ooze comfort and class. Surrounded by residential avenues and parks, Malone Lodge is number one for a detox weekend escape.

The Bullitt Hotel has its priorities in check when it comes to service versus price. As one of Belfast’s newer hotels, its remarkably simple philosophy has changed the hospitality market forever. In each of its 32 rooms, which come in Dinky, Comfy and Roomy, you will find a king-sized bed, clothes rail and rain shower, along with funky wooden decor and lighting – which won’t cost you an arm and a leg. The cost-effective approach means every visitor gets a breakfast goodie bag, filled with juice and granola, or they can enjoy breakfast in Taylor & Clay, a restaurant that reflects the hotel’s wood-cabin interiors and cool atmosphere.

This five-star, AA-standard hotel is close to Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter and has earned many awards that speak for themselves. Each room features decor in the style of the Art Deco era or with detailed Victorian interiors, while the five Victorian Suites are each presented with their own unique style, service and a four-poster bed. The Great Room Restaurant has a dinner menu like no other – an AA-Rosette-winning menu from Chef John Paul Leake. Other extras include the Cocktail Room, Bert’s Jazz Bar and Champagne Lounge – you won’t want to leave this amazing hotel.

You can’t stay in a more traditional boutique hotel than the 1852 Hotel, located just off Botanic Avenue, Belfast’s revered food and drink hub. Tucked inside a converted townhouse, this budget hotel has maintained the original wood panelling and channelled the original Victorian decor into each room, from the bedding to the drapes. Down the street, check out Empire Bar, one of Belfast’s hottest music venues and comedy clubs.

The Culloden Estate & Spa is the ultimate luxury boutique experience. Built in 1876, the Gothic mansion perfectly sits on the eastern side of Belfast Lough, just outside of the city. The hotel is a treat year round, complete with beautifully decorated suites and a world-class spa, which will calm the storm in any busy life. From extensive on-site gardens to the Zest Juice Bar, there is no greater way to detox than in this countryside manor.