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Whether you come to trace the enthralling tale of the Titanic ocean liner or dance the night away in the weekender's Cathedral Quarter, hostels in Belfast promise one of the most budget-friendly ways to see this Northern Irish city. They tick all the boxes you'd expect of a low-cost accommodation choice, offering dorm-style rooms with bunkbeds, shared bathrooms and – occasionally – basic breakfasts for on-the-go refills of coffee, cereal and juice. On top of all that, hostels in Belfast can really complement the hedonistic vibes and youthful energy of the town. They bring travellers together in lively common rooms. They organise nightly film showings and cook-up evenings. They huddle between bars and cafes in the university quarter and the off-beat districts by the Lagan River.
A warm welcome in hostels in Belfast
One of the great joys of picking a hostel in Belfast over a classic hotel is the unique style and character of these sorts of stays. Homey and charming, they often occupy redbrick terraces or 1800s townhouses, offering a glimpse of traditional Irish architecture a little away from the much-trodden centre of the city. They're also versatile. Couples usually like the low rates and the option to upgrade to private doubles. Solo travellers prize the chance to meet likeminded folk over an Irish bitter in the common rooms. Groups can look to book up whole dormitories and bunk down together near the pubs and clubs.
Hostels in Belfast are regularly designed and run by travellers for travellers. That means you'll get all the basics needed for a comfy and – crucially – fun stay packed into the small price. Reception desks can give introductions to the main sights and maps that can help you navigate from the shopping streets of the Cornmarket to the immersive Titanic exhibitions. It's also not unusual to find features like self-service laundry, shared kitchens, and outdoor terraces. Come morning, simple breakfasts are occasionally offered free of charge. They're typically continental, with selections of oats, bread, cheese and hot drinks.
Hostels in Belfast for an affordable adventure
Just because hostels in Belfast are on the budget end of the scale, it doesn't mean your city break in the capital of Northern Ireland has to be frugal on fun. In fact, these sorts of stays often infuse trips with extra energy and pizzazz. Take the Vagabonds Belfast. It's a true backpacker's retreat, with flags and souvenirs from all over the globe crammed into its nooks and crannies. What's more, the staff there can help put together unforgettable itineraries – think foot-stomping Irish music gigs in the evening and jaunts to the rugged coastline of Giant's Causeway during the day. The complimentary breakfast spread and cheap bunk dorms at the Lagan Backpackers can get you exploring the university area on the south side of the centre. So, prepare for the beautiful flowerbeds and Victorian greenhouses of the free-to-enter Belfast Botanic Gardens, and the millennia of cultural history at the Ulster Museum that's nearby.
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