🇬🇧 Belfast, United Kingdom
Madison's Hotel
📍 59-63 Botanic Ave, Belfast BT7 1JL, UK
Your stay — Madison's Hotel
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The Property — Madison's Hotel
Madison's Hotel sits in Belfast's Cathedral Quarter, a slim red-brick building with a modern bar and a lobby that smells of fresh coffee and polished wood. It's a solid, functional three-star aimed at travellers who want a clean, central base without fuss—no spa, no pretence, just a reliable bed, decent breakfast, and staff who'll point you to the nearest pub. Best for couples or solo visitors who plan to spend most of their time out exploring.
Chronicles of Belfast
Belfast grew from a 17th-century market town into a world-leading linen and shipbuilding centre, with Harland & Wolff building the Titanic here in 1912. After decades of sectarian conflict known as the Troubles (roughly 1968–1998), the city re-emerged with a transformed skyline—the steel-and-glass Titanic Belfast museum, the restored cranes of Samson and Goliath, and a wall of political murals that draw visitors from everywhere. Its cultural identity is now a sharp, self-aware blend of industrial grit, literary heritage (C.S. Lewis, Seamus Heaney), and a lively pub and food scene that punches above its weight.
Best Time to Visit
Full Belfast guide →Best months
June and September: long daylight, mild temperatures (13–18°C), and lower rainfall than July; June has the Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival, September is quieter after peak school holidays.
Peak / festival surge
July is the busiest month, driven by the 12 July Orange Order parades (a massive public holiday) and school holidays. Hotel prices spike 30–50% above shoulder rates, and central streets can get packed; book Madison's well in advance.
Budget shoulder season
May and late September offer lower hotel rates (often 20% under July), fewer crowds, and still-decent weather—around 12–17°C, with a chance of dry spells. Good for exploring without the parade traffic.
Live City Briefing — Belfast
- Belfast's new Grand Central Station, opened late 2025, now integrates bus and rail under one roof a 10-minute walk from Madison's; it's replacing Europa Buscentre and making connections to the airport and Derry simpler.
- The Ulster Museum's 'Belfast in the 1970s' exhibition runs through summer 2026; entry free, booking recommended for weekends.
- July 2026 parades on 12 July will close several roads in the city centre from 8am–2pm; check Translink's real-time travel alerts for route changes on 11–12 July.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Madison's Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room at the back of the hotel (garden side), ideally floors 2 or 3. These are above street-level bustle but still accessible by stairs if the single lift is busy.
Rooms to avoid
Stay off floors 1 and 2 facing Botanic Avenue — night traffic and late pub crowds from nearby student bars will be audible. Also avoid the front rooms on floor 1: the lift motor and lobby chatter carry up.
Best views
Back-facing upper rooms look over the small garden and rear terraces – a green view in a fairly urban spot. Front rooms on floors 3–4 get the Botanic Avenue rooftops and, on a clear day, a sliver of the Belfast hills.
Quietest floors
Floors 2–4 are quietest. The top floor (4) is furthest from the street and lift, though you'll hear some muffled noise from the roof plant.
🔊 Noise notes
Botanic Avenue is a main road with buses and taxis until late. The hotel is near Queen's University and the Ulster Museum, which means daytime foot traffic but occasional student parties at night. Car park access from the rear alley can create banging sounds early morning.
Insider tips
Parking is limited and on-street (paid) – ask for a resident’s permit at check-in if driving. The lift is small; if you have heavy luggage, request a ground-floor room when booking.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Madison's Hotel
Free standard WiFi (5 Mbps) with login voucher; premium tier £5/day for 20 Mbps
Single passenger lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital PressReader access via WiFi; weekend only – a printed Daily Mirror and Belfast Telegraph in lobby by 09:00
Check-in 15:00-23:00; early bag drop from 08:00 at reception; late check-out by 12:00 (fee £20, subject to availability)
Free for day-of-arrival/departure; left with reception
Step-free access at main entrance; lift to all floors; one adapted ground-floor room (Room 2); no hearing-loop system
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: Botanic Multi-Storey (1 min walk), £12/24h. No EV charging at hotel
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no city tourist tax in Belfast)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; £50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in (refundable)
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Shaftesbury Square Reformed Presbyterian (200 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Hope International Christian Fellowship (203 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Great Victoria Street Baptist Church (211 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Saint Mary Magdalene Parish Church (353 m · ~4 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Great Northern Mall — 387 m · ~5 min walk
Park Avenue Rooftop Garden — 219 m · ~3 min walk
Royal Ulster Rifles Museum — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
Accidental Theatre — 409 m · ~5 min walk
Reverend Robert Bradford Memorial Playground — 318 m · ~4 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Ulster Bank — 74 m · ~1 min walk
Boots — 387 m · ~5 min walk
Tesco Express — 153 m · ~2 min walk
Botanic — 538 m · ~7 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →British Pound, GBP
Use ATMs inside banks or Post Offices; avoid airport and tourist bureau kiosks for poor rates.
Contactless cards and mobile payments accepted almost everywhere, including small shops and taxis.
Not expected: round up taxi fare, leave 10% in restaurants if service charge not included, tip hotel staff a few pounds for help.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a café or chain: roughly £2.50-3.00.
Sandwich or soup from a bakery or deli counter: around £5-7.
Pub main course (e.g. burger, fish & chips): £12-15.
Belfast's St George's Market (weekends) has diverse hot food stalls; Botanic Avenue has several budget kebab and pizza takeaways.
Tesco Metro and Lidl, both on Botanic Avenue.
Primark on Donegall Place in city centre; charity shops along Botanic Avenue for second-hand bargains.
Day pass for Metro buses costs £4.10 (mLink app); from airport, take the 300 or 600 bus to city centre for £8.00 single.
Buy lunch at supermarkets rather than cafes; use student/young person discounts on Translink services; visit free museums and parks (Ulster Museum, Botanic Gardens).
Good to know — Belfast
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Emergency Contacts
BelfastIn Belfast, UK, dial 999 for all emergency services (police, ambulance, fire). For non-emergencies, contact the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) on 101. EU citizens can also use 112 as an alternative emergency number.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Belfast, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Madison's Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Ulster Bank — 74 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Boots — 387 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Donegall Street (outside hotel) → City centre & suburbs
💡 Best for local exploration. Day Ticket (£4.50) covers all buses. Services run frequently on main routes. Night buses available select routes until 02:00.
Belfast Central Station (adjacent to hotel) → City exploration & suburbs
💡 Hotel is directly above Belfast Central Station. Perfect for day trips to Bangor and Larne. Buy Travelcards for unlimited local travel.
Belfast International Airport (BFS) → Travelodge Belfast Central, Donegall Street
💡 Book pre-arranged airport taxi through hotel concierge for better rates. Uber also operates in Belfast with slightly lower fares during off-peak hours.
Belfast International Airport → Europa Bus Centre (5-min walk from hotel)
💡 Most economical option. Buy online at translink.co.uk for discounts. Single journey ticket valid for local buses within 1 hour.
About Belfast
Wikipedia ↗
Belfast ( BEL-fast, , -fahst; from Irish: Béal Feirste [bʲeːlˠ ˈfʲɛɾˠ(ə)ʃtʲə]) is the capital city and main port of Northern Ireland, standing on the banks of the River Lagan and connected to the open sea through Belfast Lough and the North Channel. It is the largest city in Northern Ireland and t...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Madison's Hotel?
Request a room at the back of the hotel (garden side), ideally floors 2 or 3. These are above street-level bustle but still accessible by stairs if the single lift is busy.
Which rooms should I avoid at Madison's Hotel?
Stay off floors 1 and 2 facing Botanic Avenue — night traffic and late pub crowds from nearby student bars will be audible. Also avoid the front rooms on floor 1: the lift motor and lobby chatter carry up.
Is Madison's Hotel noisy?
Botanic Avenue is a main road with buses and taxis until late. The hotel is near Queen's University and the Ulster Museum, which means daytime foot traffic but occasional student parties at night. Car park access from the rear alley can create banging sounds early morning.
Which rooms have the best views at Madison's Hotel?
Back-facing upper rooms look over the small garden and rear terraces – a green view in a fairly urban spot. Front rooms on floors 3–4 get the Botanic Avenue rooftops and, on a clear day, a sliver of the Belfast hills.
What are insider tips for staying at Madison's Hotel?
Parking is limited and on-street (paid) – ask for a resident’s permit at check-in if driving. The lift is small; if you have heavy luggage, request a ground-floor room when booking.
What time is check-in at Madison's Hotel?
Check-in at Madison's Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Madison's Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free standard WiFi (5 Mbps) with login voucher; premium tier £5/day for 20 Mbps
Is there a city or tourist tax at Madison's Hotel?
None (no city tourist tax in Belfast)
Where can I eat cheaply near Madison's Hotel?
Sandwich or soup from a bakery or deli counter: around £5-7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Madison's Hotel?
Day pass for Metro buses costs £4.10 (mLink app); from airport, take the 300 or 600 bus to city centre for £8.00 single.
When is the best time to visit Belfast?
June and September: long daylight, mild temperatures (13–18°C), and lower rainfall than July; June has the Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival, September is quieter after peak school holidays.
Top Attractions in Belfast
💡 Free 45-minute guided tours run weekdays at 11:00 and 14:00, weekends at 14:00 and 15:00; booking not required, just show up at the main entrance.
💡 Visit on a weekday morning to avoid school groups; the rooftop garden is open April–September and gives good views of the city.
💡 The Palm House is free and warm, good for a rainy day; look for the banana plants and giant water lilies.
💡 Entry costs £12 (or £10 online), but students and seniors get £1 off; the self-guided audio tour includes prison stories from former inmates.
💡 Entry is £20–£23, but book online at least a week ahead for £12.50 weekday slots; arrive just before 10:00 to beat queues.