Luxury hotels in Belfast

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Belfast. I hope you will like it!

• 1 The Merchant Hotel Belfast, United Kingdom

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Belfast. The 5 AA Red Star Merchant Hotel is in the Cathedral Quarter of Belfast's city centre. It offers luxurious air-conditioned rooms, free Wi-Fi, a spa, and a rooftop gymnasium and hot tub. The Merchant is the winner of the Best UK Hotel 2011 award in the International Hotel Awards. All of the elegantly appointed rooms are decorated with original artwork. They each have black-out blinds, a flat-screen TV, and spacious en suite marble bathrooms. The Merchant is a Grade I Listed building dating back to 1860. Its Great Room Restaurant has a huge domed ceiling and offers a fine à la carte menu and traditional afternoon teas. There is a selection of bars, including the Veuve clicquot champagne lounge. Berts Jazz Bar serves food and has live music 7 nights a week. The Spa has 5 treatment rooms and a hydrotherapy area. There is also a sauna and a steam room located on the rooftop. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around 289 GBP.

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• 2 The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast Belfast, United Kingdom

  

  Hotel. On Great Victoria Street, beside the Grand Opera House, the luxury Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast offers boutique bedrooms with free Wi-Fi. There is a chic restaurant and modern cocktail bar. Valet parking is available for an additional cost. The sumptuous rooms have crisp Egyptian linens, and the elegant bathrooms feature fluffy robes and designer toiletries. All rooms have an LCD TV, air conditioning and a minibar. Fitzwilliam Restaurant serves fine wines and a creative menu in intimate surroundings. The stylish bar offers cocktails and champagnes in real crystal glasses, and boasts over 700 quality spirits. The impressive hotel features designer interiors, modern artwork and colourful furnishings throughout. Guests can relax in the luxury lounge areas, and there is also a 24-hour front desk. The unique Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast is a 15-minute walk from Belfast Central Station. Castle Court Shopping Centre is just half a mile away. When travelling with Dogs, please note that an extra charge of 30.00 per dog, per stay applies. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 145 GBP.

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• 3 Grand Central Hotel Belfast Belfast, United Kingdom

  

  Hotel. Featuring the Observatory Bar, Hastings Grand Central Hotel is situated in Belfast and is the tallest building in the city, and is 9-minute walk from The Waterfront Hall. The property is close to several well-known attractions, including 800 metres from The Belfast Empire Music Hall, a 17-minute walk from SSE Arena and an 8-minute walk from St. George's Market. Local points of interest like Titanic Belfast and Customs House Belfast are reachable within 2.6 km and 900 metres, respectively. Guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. All rooms have a private bathroom and a city view. The units at Hastings Grand Central Hotel include air conditioning and a desk. A Full English/Irish breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Guests can dine in the in-house restaurant, which serves a variety of local dishes. Staff at the accommodation are available to provide advice at the 24-hour front desk. St. Annes Cathedral Belfast is 900 metres from Hastings Grand Central Hotel, while St. Peter's Cathedral, Belfast is 1 km away. George Best Belfast City Airport is 4 km from the property. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 230 GBP.

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• 4 The Culloden Estate and Spa Belfast, United Kingdom

  

  Hotel. A 10-minute drive from Belfast city centre, Culloden hotel has a spa, a pool and a fitness suite. There is free parking, and Belfast Airport is a 5-minute drive away. Rooms at the 5-star Culloden feature satellite TV and tea/coffee facilities. Many rooms have garden views. The Spa at Culloden features a marble steam room, a dance studio and a hot tub. ESPA beauty treatments and massages are available. Vespers Restaurant serves a fine dining menu, including modern Irish dishes. The Culloden is in 12 acres of gardens and woodland. Overlooking Belfast Lough, The Culloden Estate and Spa has many period features including antique furniture, paintings and chandeliers. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 225 GBP.

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• 5 Vagabonds Hostel Belfast, United Kingdom

  

  Hostel. Featuring 5-star accommodation, Vagabonds Hostel is located in Belfast, 200 metres from The Belfast Empire Music Hall and 1.9 km from The Waterfront Hall. With free WiFi, this 5-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and a shared lounge. Ulster Museum is 700 metres from the hostel and Botanic Gardens Belfast is 1 km away. The units at the hostel are equipped with a seating area. All units include bed linen. A continental breakfast is available daily at Vagabonds Hostel. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Belfast, like hiking. SSE Arena is 3.4 km from Vagabonds Hostel, while Titanic Belfast is 4.3 km away. The nearest airport is George Best Belfast City Airport, 6 km from the hostel. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around 21 GBP.

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• 6 The Regency Belfast, United Kingdom

  

  Aparthotel. Set 200 metres from The Belfast Empire Music Hall, The Regency offers accommodation with free bikes, a garden and a 24-hour front desk for your convenience. Complimentary WiFi is available throughout the property. The accommodation comes with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower, bath and free toiletries, while the kitchen features a fridge, an oven and a dishwasher. A microwave, a stovetop and toaster are also featured, as well as a coffee machine. Guests at the aparthotel can enjoy a continental breakfast. If you would like to discover the area, cycling is possible in the surroundings. Popular points of interest near The Regency include The Waterfront Hall, Ulster Museum and Botanic Gardens Belfast. The nearest airport is George Best Belfast City, 6 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description Guest review score 9.9, rooms from around 320 GBP.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in November 2022. Did I miss a luxury hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!