Everything about the cocktail bar at the Merchant's Hotel drips elegance, from the grand old…read moreentrance with a snappily dressed porter to the sweeping ceilings bearing ancient Ulster Bank emblems adorning its corners. Upon presenting ourselves in the bar area, we were promptly greeted and shown to some ornate seats, then presented with a tray of assorted snack crackers while we perused the menu. Shortly thereafter, we were also delivered a refreshing welcome libation. Totally unexpected, and a gracious touch of hospitality. Cocktail offerings span the gamut of base spirits and flavor combinations. Each drink was cleverly appellated with a mononym that captured its essence. After some consultation with our server, Conor, I opted to start with the Chocolate, while my sister ordered a Rhubarb. As one might expect of an establishment that's earned two pins from the Pinnacle Guide, service was blazingly prompt (I'm always surprised when I don't have to wait a good ten minutes between ordering a craft cocktail and having it show up at my table), the drinks themselves were flawlessly balanced, and I do -so- love when bars have both proper ice and glassware that shows off its contents. The Merchant's Hotel bar (over)delivers on absolutely every aspect of the tippling experience. Our first round was so delightful, I was loath to leave before sampling their other offerings. I was torn between the Ginger (because, poitín) and the Orange (because, local whiskey), but Conor surprised me with an invitation to going off-menu. Hey, if it's an adventure involving alcohol, I'm there! He suggested a Vieux Carré. Okay. Total sidebar: I'd just recently learned from my sister that one of my absolute favorite bars in Chicago -- The Violet Hour -- had closed. It was one of the earliest craft cocktail establishments I'd ever patronized, and it was also the first place I'd ever been served a Vieux Carré. The unlikely confluence of my learning of Violet Hour's demise, its association with this particular cocktail, and being offered one halfway across the globe screams a little too much of cosmic syzygy to write off as pure happenstance. Aaaaaaaanyway, obviously, I immediately said yes. To which Conor then followed up with a, "How much Bailey's would you like in that?" It took me half a beat before I was like, "Wait a minute..." I think his cheeky grin was evidence that he was either joking, testing me, or some combination of both. Fortunately, I caught the game. And, friends, I can heartily confirm that this Vieux Carré was arguably better than any I've had in NOLA. Seriously, the folks behind the bar know their craft. In case it hasn't already been abundantly clear that I'm enamored with this venue, I'll close with this: during my 14-day tour around the island, drinks at the cocktail bar at the Merchant's Hotel stands out at the single most delightful experience of my entire trip. If I'm ever back on the Emerald Isle, you can expect I'll be making a return visit.

The building is absolutely stunning from the outside and when you go inside it is even more…read moreincredible. We decided to come here for tea time. The service was impeccable and the tea and treats were incredible. It is not inexpensive though in comparisons to other tea times I have experienced but if you settle in and enjoy the experience for what it is and where you are at, it is all worth it.

What a wonderful hotel on a great location by the coach station. Lizzie at the front desk is the…read morebest! She provided excellent service and was so helpful. What a positive attitude she has! Management, please do something nice for her as she is a rare gem!

This is a well managed, clean and well kept hotel. The staff worked hard to provide excellent…read moreservice at every turn. Meals are fresh and delicious. Great staff!

What a great property. Staff was engaging, friendly and very accommodating. Rooms were very nice…read moreas well as the restaurant and bar. While the hotel is a 5 star rating, the staff would be a 10 plus if the scale went that high. Walking distance to Grand Central train station and any of the City centre activities. If we return to Belfast I guarantee this is where we will stay. Sophie even got our friend a leprechaun doll for his granddaughter and a special Liverpool pen for the rest of us. A lovely touch from a lovely lady. Also spent 1 night in the Dublin Premier Inn on our way back home with similar results and ratings.

Nice budget hotel with a hot breakfast, clean rooms and friendly staff…read more -There are 3 Premier Inns in Belfast - this is the one on Alfred Street in the city center. -The other 2 Premier Inn hotels are in the Belfast Quarter and the City Cathedral Quarter.

Good budget hotels with a hot breakfast, clean rooms, free Wi-Fi and a friendly staff…read more There are 3 Premier Inns in Belfast - I stayed at the one on Alfred Street in the City Center. It was really nice. The other 2 Premier Inn hotels are in the Belfast Quarter and the City Cathedral Quarter.

Had dinner here when most other places in Belfast were closed. We had chicken and chorizo skewers…read moreto start. I had the beef imperial stout pie for my main course, which came with peas and chips. Always drench the chips with malt vinegar. It's so good. Service was great, and I was stuffed.

An amazing hotel with some nice little perks for staying here. I really enjoyed how everyone here…read morewas so friendly as we were able to store our luggage in the front on the day we arrived so we can explore because our room wasn't ready yet. The location is perfect and within walking distance of a nice amount of stores and places to discover. I loved that I was able to see a beautiful church from my window and being able to open it slightly to allow the nice weather in was amazing as well! The hotel offers free water bottles (two) daily and the turn down service was amazing to have when we came back in after a night out having some amazing food. The prices for the hotel were pretty decent and the amenities I got from staying here were pretty nice as well! They offer breakfast buffet but it is on the higher end so I went to explore the local areas around the hotel! The place was super clean as well and everything was kept up to date and looking fresh! A wonderful hotel and one that I will be staying at again if I ever get the chance to visit Belfast again in the future!

My hotel experience at the Fitzwilliam was incredible! I came to Belfast solo all the way from…read moreEdmond, Oklahoma, USA. I was born in Belfast and have never been back (I grew up in America). I was greeted with such warmth and friendliness by the staff here. My room was very trendy looking and comfortable. I wish I stayed here longer, but I was only in town for a couple of days. Some nice perks: The staff will call drivers to come pick you up and take you where you want to go. There is an umbrella in the room, which I ended up using because it was raining outside. The downstairs bar and eatery was amazing as well. I enjoyed the food and drinks. I took full advantage of the delicious room service for breakfast. I want to bring my husband here when I return to Belfast! Exceptional experience.

If you are into the history of the Titanic Ocean Liner and Belfast, Ireland, then this is your spot…read moreto stay in. Driving in at first doesn't impress and it begs the question, am I in the right place ? The red brick building looks old next to the very modern Titanic Museum. But, once you enter this amazingly beautiful back in time hotel, you know it is really something to write about when visiting Northern Ireland ! The decor is so tastefully done to transport you back to the days of the launching of the Titanic. From the ocean liner lamps to the rivets on the doors. From the grand open air bar to the ocean liner models. All will impress you and bring you back in time. There is also plenty of open space to sit and relax or even play a game of chess ! Our room had a California King size bed with a beautiful art deco black/white tile bathroom. Our room was bright and airy with notably high ceilings. Nice 55" flat screen tv and a nice desk. Good closet space as well a room safe. Note: One thing I didn't like was the standard European low water pressure for the shower ! Plus, be very careful entering and exiting the tub/shower. Slipping is very possible. Staff are very friendly and helpful. The dining area is clean and the food is good. There is even a window to look into the kitchen galley to see the food being prepared ! I would definitely stay here the next time I'm in Belfast !

Bedroom and bathroom were the biggest we've had in our 4 city tour of Ireland. There was also a…read moreseparate bath tub which was a very welcome surprise. The dinner food that was served left a lot to be desired. My main entree was a bit overcooked and therefore was dry. I asked for extra sauce and after an enormous time waiting for it, I finally asked the server what happened and she said they ran out and the the cooked just made enough for the meals that were prepared. So therefore both food and service was a fail.

First time at the Maldron. Overall it was good. Nice looking lobby area…read more The room was small, really small. The room had two beds. But it was such a small room the beds were too close together and we had to walk sideways in between the beds. There was no dresser so we had to live out of a suitcase on the floor for a week. The room overall appeared clean except for the phone cord had a thick layer of dust in between the loops. (You could clearly see it.) The bathroom. The walk in shower was nice with a rain shower and separate handheld. The water temperature was super hot. Way too hot and room would fog up. Because the shower is open to the door, the door had major water damage and was swollen and couldn't be closed all the way. The door jam was also had water damage. Aesthetically unappealing. The restaurant was very nice and the food was good. The staff were super nice about food orders. Enjoyed the meals. Some of the staff (front desk, restaurant and housekeeping) were very nice and others not as much. But overall the nice staff outweighed the not as nice staff. Location is close to City Hall and Donegall Square which is what I wanted. And it was centrally located within walking distance to a lot in the area.

The Maldron hotel is a fantastic location in Belfast. A quick 15 minute walk to the cathedral…read morequarter and so many delicious restaurants! We had the pleasure of staying on the 12th floor and had an amazing view of the city scape. The hotel front desk staff was so pleasant and helpful. They provided restaurant recommendations and they were there for any questions we had. The beds were comfy and the bathroom was clean ! We would stay here again.

ALL AREAS ARE REVIEWED 1-5, 1 being the worst and 5 being the best…read more Reservations-5- Made via the travel agency, super easy Parking-5-We didn't drive, but our tour was in a massive motor coach and there was plenty of room for it. Ease of check-in-5-Very easy, reception was prepared for us and had our room keys ready. Room-5-The room was very nice and updated, the view was very nice of the area. The large flat screen tv worked and the bathroom was large with a great hot shower. Mattress/pillows-3-Unfortunately the pillows were very soft (all 4 of them) and the beds were very, very narrow. They are on wheels so we were able to move them around and make it work but the width was surprising. Elevator speed/availability-4-Two lifts in the entrance, both always running. Gym/pool-n/a didn't get a chance to see them. Restaurant-5- based on breakfast as that was the only meal that we took there. Lots to chose from and the wait staff was very nice. Staff-5-Everyone was very cordial, the receptionist called a cab for us when the Uber app didn't work. Price-5-Comprable to local hotels. Overall-5- A fantastic place to stay while in Belfast! Shout out- The entire city, it was fantastic and very inviting. You have to check out Robinson's Pub and the restaurant upstairs

You're probably looking at this hotel because it's basically the only Marriott in Belfast. This…read morehotel is relatively new and very modern right on the banks of the Lagan river. The hotel is close enough to the Belfast downtown area (maybe 10 minute walk) that it didn't feel like a chore to go. Rooms: The rooms are sleek, modern, and well-appointed with everything you need for a comfortable stay. My room had floor-to-ceiling windows offering stunning views of the river and city skyline. The bed was incredibly comfortable, and the rainfall shower was a lovely touch. Unfortunately, no tub. Dining: If you're a platinum member, there's no free breakfast for you here. There's a small upcharge for breakfast. I can't recall if they only cover one person's breakfast or if it was an 8 pound upcharge for each person. But don't count on free breakfast here. Location: If you love Game of Thrones, there's a Glass of Thrones art piece right outside the hotel on the banks. You can see the H&W cranes from the hotel as well. The Titanic museum is maybe a 20-minute walk away on the other side. Parking: There's a nearby parking structure that's a few minutes walk away, NCP, that the hotel will validate for. It's 11 pounds for every 24 hours there. The parking structure was pretty safe as it was gated to enter and you needed to scan your ticket to get into the structure. Overall, I would recommend staying here if you're in Belfast and don't mind a short walk to some of the major attractions. I really enjoyed the videos.

We stayed at the Grand Central for three nights recently and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. This is…read morethe second time we have stayed here and the quality of service has not diminished at all. The room was very comfortable and the staff were very attentive to our needs. The breakfast buffet was good with plenty of selections to choose from. We decided to do the high tea on the 23rd floor. We didn't have a reservation but the staff was able to accommodate us. Started with a warm sausage roll, then four finger sandwiches and culminating with a great tower of sweet and savory items including scones and other fantastic little bites. We were very happen that they did accommodate us. All in all a fantastic place to stay and enjoy. Centrally located so you're close to transportation and walk ability around the city.

The young staff especially Katie and Jambi make the guests feel special and welcome The rooms are…read morenice and well maintained but a bit careless in restocking water and coffee the location is grand and central Breakfast is a bit lame it's a good place to stay

Moored in the Lagan is The Belfast Barge, quiet and unassuming it doesn't blow its own trumpet but…read moreit really should. There are 3 elements to the Belfast Barge which was news to me when I visited last week. Much more than just a boat The Belfast Barge is a successful restaurant, a museum and an events venue. Next week they are hosting a comedy night in their events venue, which will be very cosy. The museum is full of maritime facts and history depicting Northern Irekand's ship building and boating heritage. The museum also hosts temporary exhibitions. The restaurant is fully licensed and acts as a café bar during the day and at night live music and cabaret dominate the barge, the boat will literally be rocking!

A unique performance space. I have seen comedy performances and gigs here. It's holds a lot of…read morepeople and worth going to if you get a chance #Comedy #Music