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HOTELS IN BELFAST FOR YOUR SHORT BREAK

Belfast, capital of Northern Ireland is situated on Belfast Lough, at the mouth of the Lagan River. It is an excellent base from which to visit all the attractions and beautiful countryside that Northern Ireland offers.

The compact city centre, which has the River Lagan flowing through the city, makes exploring walkable, and the hills which surround it remind you that the countryside is just a short distance away.

The city is one of the most popular weekend break cities in the UK.

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Historically, Belfast's main industries have been linen, rope making, tobacco and shipbuilding. Harland and Wolff, the city's largest shipbuilder built the ill-fated Titanic. Belfast played a key role in the Industrial Revolution and was a global industrial centre until late in the 20th century. Magnificent architecture from building during this period can be found all over the city centre.

Amongst the attractions you should visit are Ulster Museum, Queens University, Botanic Gardens, the Albert Memorial Clock Tower, Cathedral Quarter, Ulster Folk & Transport Museum, the Titanic Shipyard, Belfast Castle and City Hall.

With a selection of shops to rival any European city, Belfast is a shopper's paradise. The area around City Hall from Donegall Place to Royal Avenue has a variety of high street stores including Castlecourt Shopping Centre. Castlecourt and Victoria Square in the city centre and Forestside and Westwood Shopping Centres in the outlying district, provide shoppers with a range shops from popular chain stores to interesting independent retailers. The impressive glass dome of Victoria Square is a prominent feature of the city's skyline and provides access to over 70 stores including House of Fraser and many exclusive designer brands.

You will be spoilt for choice when looking for somewhere to eat in the city. These range from Michelin star to fast food takaway outlets. Restaurants include Indian, Chinese, Spanish, Italian, Thai and of course traditional Irish. Located close to the sea, there are also seafood restaurants and wonderful fish and chip shops!There are also many pubs, bistros, brasseries, cafes and coffee shops.

Popular family attractions include Belfast Zoo, Armagh Planetarium, Exploris Aquarium, W5 in the Odyssey Complex which is a large interactive centre with hands-on exhibits and live science demonstrations and Lagan Valley Lisburn Leisureplex which comprises of a leisure pool with slides, diving pool, fitness and health suites.

There are a variety of hotels in Belfast including the Culloden, Europa, Holiday Inn, Jurys, Malmaison, Radisson and Ramada plus a range of guest houses and, bed and breakfast accommodation for short breaks, business trips or weekends away.

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Ramada Belfast Hotel
This 4-star deluxe hotel has 120 bedrooms, which includes 4 suites. Located a short distance from the city centre. Leisure facilities include a 20 metre swimming pool and there is a choice of three restaurants on site. Omni Health & Beauty Centre provides a full range of treatments. Located close to various golf courses and within easy reach of the motorway network..

Days Hotel
A modern city centre hotel, with 250 bedrooms, a restaurant and bar. Many of the city's shops, restaurants, attractions and nightlife are right on your doorstep. Within 5 minutes of the hotel is the City Hall, Grand Opera House, Waterfront Hall, Queens University, Odyssey Arena, and Ulster Museum. The hotel is also ideally located for transport links including the bus and rail station, Belfast city airport and ferry terminals. Car parking is free for residents.

The Old Inn
RAC Blue Ribbon Hotel 2003 Unique accommodation in an old coaching inn, which dates back to 1614. The original thatched roof still houses our Parlour Bar & Lounge. Accommodation ranges from standard to superior rooms, each one individually styled and named and many have period furnishings and four poster beds. Superb cuisine in both the 1614 Restaurant and the more casual Churn Bistro is prepared by our award winning chefs. Gourmet evenings are a regular feature in our 1614 restaurant, the recipient of Two AA rosettes and Three RAC Blue Ribbons in 2003. Cosy fires, mellow atmosphere and attention to detail make the Old Inn a true experience in hospitality.