Compare and book 2 Star hotels in Bangor, Wales

Lovingly regarded as Belfast’s answer to Brighton, Bangor is the ideal base from which to explore Northern Ireland’s capital city and the attractions of County Down. It has a wide range of high quality, affordable accommodation so you’ll have no problems finding the perfect place to stay.

Thanks to its revamped seafront and marina, Bangor’s fortunes have been transformed in recent years and the thriving Victorian resort is now one of the country’s most desirable addresses.

High Hotel Standards

Bangor is a popular out-of-town destination for city commuters and caters for a discerning crowd. The hotels set themselves high standards and most of them are centred around the seafront and marina, enjoying wonderful views of Belfast Lough.

You may have to forego a coastal view if you are looking to stay in a cheaper hotel, but no matter where you end up you won’t be far from Bangor’s splendid seafront.

County Down’s picturesque coastline can be easily explored from Bangor and most of the town’s hotels have gardens and bars that are ideal spots to relax in once you’ve finished sightseeing.

Hotels Perfect for Families

As a fashionable resort that is home to some of Northern Ireland’s wealthiest residents, you would expect Bangor to have an abundance of fine restaurants, bars and pubs. Adults certainly won’t be disappointed on that score, but neither will the kids - they’ll love

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too. The marina offers lots of exciting boat trips or you can make sandcastles and enjoy a picnic on the beach. The Pickie Family Fun Park is a good old-fashioned entertainment centre that will keep children entertained for hours - once you’ve tried out the pedal boats, adventure playground and karts you can tackle the amusements and miniature steam train.

Located east of Bangor, Ballyholme Bay is another fine spot for families. It boasts a lovely sandy beach flanked by green open spaces which are perfect for youngsters to play in.

Close to Your Hotel

Bangor is just 13 miles from Northern Ireland’s capital and its diverse range of attractions. Belfast is a fascinating city steeped in history and if you want to pay it a visit you’ll find the journey in from Bangor is hassle free.

Hillsborough is a historic village that’s home to antique shops, charming tearooms, an old fort, and a lake well stocked with trout – and is well worth a visit. Strangford Lough, another destination popular with nature enthusiasts, is renowned for its diverse bird life.

The fishing village of Groomsport, to the east of Bangor, gives a glimpse into County Down’s maritime past. Its picturesque harbour is overlooked by a row of cottages, one of which has been restored to show how a local fisherman would have once lived.

Check Out All the Hotel Options

Although Bangor is one of Northern Ireland’s more fashionable destinations, you can rest assured that you will be able to find a great cheap place to stay in its selection of two star hotels. Standards are high everywhere so make sure you take a close look at all the budget accommodation on offer.