🇬🇧 Belfast, United Kingdom
Premier Inn
📍 Alfred Street, Belfast, BT2 8ED
Your stay — Premier Inn
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The Property — Premier Inn
The Premier Inn in Belfast city centre trades on what it does best: consistent, no-surprise comfort. You walk into a clean, brightly lit lobby with a self-check-in kiosk, a small bar area serving Starbucks coffee, and staff who are briskly helpful. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a reliable base within walking distance of City Hall, the Cathedral Quarter and the main shopping streets, not those seeking character or local flavour.
Chronicles of Belfast
Belfast grew from a 17th-century market town into the world's dominant linen producer and a powerhouse of shipbuilding, most famously the Titanic. The Victorian and Edwardian wealth is etched into the red-brick buildings and grand City Hall, while the Troubles of the late 20th century left a fractured cityscape now being remade. Modern Belfast has a thriving food scene, a UNESCO-listed music tradition, and a gritty energy that pulls in visitors for the Titanic Quarter, the black cab tours and the packed pubs on the cobbles of the Cathedral Quarter.
Best Time to Visit
Full Belfast guide →Best months
May and September offer the best balance of mild, often sunny weather and manageable crowds before school holidays and after the summer peak. June can also be strong, though it gets busier.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the peak months, driven by school holidays and several festivals, including the Belfast International Arts Festival and the Feile an Phobail in August. Hotel prices typically rise 30-50% above shoulder-season rates, and the Premier Inn often sells out four to six weeks in advance.
Budget shoulder season
April, May, and September are the best shoulder months. You get decent weather, smaller crowds, and room rates at the Premier Inn can drop by a third compared to the summer peak.
Weather & packing
Belfast's climate is famously changeable — you can get four seasons in one day, with rain never far off. Pack a waterproof jacket and a light layer, and always bring an umbrella even if the morning looks clear.
Live City Briefing — Belfast
- The Belfast Grand Central Station, the new transport hub on Grosvenor Road, opened in late 2025, consolidating bus and rail services. Check whether your airport bus now terminates there rather than the old Europa Buscentre.
- St George's Market, the Saturday food and craft market, has extended its Sunday opening hours for summer 2026. It's a short walk from the Premier Inn.
- Several key roadworks on the M1 and Westlink are ongoing through summer 2026; if driving, allow extra time for city-centre access and check the latest TrafficWatch NI updates.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Premier Inn, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing the internal courtyard or the rear of the building (away from Alfred Street). These floors are high enough to reduce street-level noise and low enough for quick stair access if the lift is busy.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor, especially those overlooking Alfred Street. Traffic from this central Belfast road can be audible late into the night, and the proximity to the main entrance and reception increases hallway noise. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft on any floor, as lift motor noise can be noticeable in adjacent rooms.
Best views
The best view is from higher floors (4-6) on the Alfred Street side, which overlooks the City Hall and surrounding architecture. However, this comes with potential street noise. For a quieter room with a decent city-lit view, a rear-facing room on floor 3 or 4 gives a view of the courtyard and rooftop skyline.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 through 5 are generally quietest, as they are above street activity and below the potential footfall of top-floor events or plant rooms.
🔊 Noise notes
Alfred Street is a main road in central Belfast, so expect traffic rumble from buses and taxis, especially on weekdays until about 11pm. There’s also late-night noise from nearby pubs and restaurants, particularly on weekends. The hotel’s own bar and restaurant can generate noise in the lobby area up to midnight.
Insider tips
1. Parking is not on-site; use the nearby Q-Park in the Cathedral Quarter (Osborne Street), about 5 minutes’ walk. Ask reception for a validation discount. 2. For a quieter stay, request a high floor on the courtyard side when booking by phone or at check-in – this isn’t a standard online option but staff can often accommodate it.
- 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 — Premier Inn
Free unlimited WiFi for all guests; speed adequate for streaming and video calls (approx 20 Mbps); no login constraints except accepting terms on captive portal
Single lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
No physical newspapers; free access to digital PressReader via hotel WiFi login page on personal devices
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available from 12:00 free of charge; late check-out until 14:00 for £10, after 14:00 charged full night rate
Free storage for luggage on day of arrival and departure, held behind reception desk
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; lift to all floors; one accessible room on ground floor with widened doors and roll-in shower; no hearing loop
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is CastleCourt Car Park (2 min walk) at £10 per 24 hours; no EV charging on premises
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (VAT included in rates; no Belfast-specific tourist tax)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required for standard bookings; £50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
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 Sterling, GBP
Use ATMs at banks or post offices for best rates; avoid airport/tourist exchange bureaux which charge poor margins. Most high street banks offer competitive rates.
Contactless and card payments are standard; most venues accept Visa/Mastercard. Mobile pay (Apple/Google Pay) increasingly common. Some independent shops may be cash-only.
15% in restaurants if service not included; £1-2 for taxis is standard but not obligatory; hotel staff tips discretionary (£1-2 per service).
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Use Translink's multi-day or week passes if staying longer than 3 days. Visit during off-peak times to catch happy-hour deals in pubs and restaurants. Many museums and attractions (Ulster Museum, Botanic Gardens) are free entry.
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 Premier Inn
🕒 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 Premier Inn?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing the internal courtyard or the rear of the building (away from Alfred Street). These floors are high enough to reduce street-level noise and low enough for quick stair access if the lift is busy.
Which rooms should I avoid at Premier Inn?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor, especially those overlooking Alfred Street. Traffic from this central Belfast road can be audible late into the night, and the proximity to the main entrance and reception increases hallway noise. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft on any floor, as lift motor noise can be noticeable in adjacent rooms.
Is Premier Inn noisy?
Alfred Street is a main road in central Belfast, so expect traffic rumble from buses and taxis, especially on weekdays until about 11pm. There’s also late-night noise from nearby pubs and restaurants, particularly on weekends. The hotel’s own bar and restaurant can generate noise in the lobby area up to midnight.
Which rooms have the best views at Premier Inn?
The best view is from higher floors (4-6) on the Alfred Street side, which overlooks the City Hall and surrounding architecture. However, this comes with potential street noise. For a quieter room with a decent city-lit view, a rear-facing room on floor 3 or 4 gives a view of the courtyard and rooftop skyline.
What are insider tips for staying at Premier Inn?
1. Parking is not on-site; use the nearby Q-Park in the Cathedral Quarter (Osborne Street), about 5 minutes’ walk. Ask reception for a validation discount. 2. For a quieter stay, request a high floor on the courtyard side when booking by phone or at check-in – this isn’t a standard online option but staff can often accommodate it.
What time is check-in at Premier Inn?
Check-in at Premier Inn is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Premier Inn have Wi-Fi?
Free unlimited WiFi for all guests; speed adequate for streaming and video calls (approx 20 Mbps); no login constraints except accepting terms on captive portal
Is there a city or tourist tax at Premier Inn?
None (VAT included in rates; no Belfast-specific tourist tax)
When is the best time to visit Belfast?
May and September offer the best balance of mild, often sunny weather and manageable crowds before school holidays and after the summer peak. June can also be strong, though it gets busier.
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.