Premier Inn Belfast City Cathedral Quarter is located conveniently near shops, bars, and restaurants in the Cathedral Quarter. It's a short bus or taxi ride from George Best City Airport and close to St. Anne's Cathedral and the SSE Arena. Some guests have noted that while the location is excellent and the staff is generally friendly, a few found some inconsistencies in service. The rooms are clean and comfortable. The hotel provides convenient access to city center facilities.
What visitors single out
Liked
- Comfortable Rooms Rooms are generally comfortable, clean and spacious, with comfortable beds. Many rooms are equipped with useful amenities such as a kettle, tea/coffee, and illuminated mirrors.
- Convenient Parking The hotel is conveniently located near Hi Park (Go Park) car park, providing a straightforward solution for guests arriving by car.
- Excellent Location The hotel is ideally situated in the Cathedral Quarter, providing easy access to shops, bars, restaurants, and other city center attractions.
- Good Value Breakfast The buffet-style breakfast offers a wide variety of options, including cooked breakfast, cereals, pastries, and pancakes, making it a worthwhile addition to the stay.
- Helpful Staff Many reviewers have highlighted the friendly and helpful nature of the staff, with some individuals going above and beyond to ensure a pleasant stay.
Criticised
- Faulty Amenities Some rooms have reported issues with air conditioning not working effectively, and outdated amenities, such as old TVs and plug sockets without USB ports.
- Hit-or-Miss Staff While some staff members are consistently praised for being friendly and helpful, others may seem less welcoming or even annoyed, leading to inconsistent service.
- Inconsistent Cleanliness Some rooms may not meet expected cleanliness standards, with reports of dirty bathrooms, uncleaned mirrors, and hair in the bath/on the floor.
- Lift Problems The lifts can be unreliable, with instances of one lift being out of service causing chaos, and concerns about the cleanliness and safety of the other.
- Noise Issues Street noise, especially on lower floors and during weekends/holidays, can be disruptive due to the hotel's central location and potentially inadequate soundproofing.
The longer read
The Premier Inn Belfast City Cathedral Quarter enjoys a superb location in the heart of the Cathedral Quarter, making it ideal for exploring the city's attractions, restaurants, and bars. Its proximity to St. Anne's Cathedral, shops, and the SSE Arena (roughly 15 minutes walk) is frequently mentioned. The hotel is also easily accessible from George Best City Airport via a short bus or taxi ride. Many guests found the location to be a major highlight of their stay, allowing them to easily walk to various points of interest.
Many reviewers describe the rooms as clean, comfortable, and of a decent standard. The beds are frequently praised for their comfort. Some rooms have been noted as spacious. Standard amenities include a kettle with tea and coffee, and extra pillows are available. Some guests have pointed out that some rooms lack natural light due to the absence of windows. Although the rooms are typically clean, some reviewers have reported issues with cleanliness standards in the bathrooms, including dirty mirrors, uncleaned taps and hair in the bath. Some guests have had issues with the air conditioning not working effectively.
The staff receives mixed feedback. While many guests highlight the friendliness and helpfulness of certain staff members, particularly at reception (with named individuals being commended in some reviews), others have reported encountering staff who appeared annoyed or unwelcoming. This inconsistency in service is a recurring theme. Security measures are in place, requiring a room card for lift access, although some reviewers have noted instances where these measures were circumvented.
Breakfast is generally considered a good value, especially with the 'kids eat free' offer when an adult orders a hot breakfast. The buffet-style breakfast offers a variety of options, including cooked breakfast items, cereals, pastries and pancakes. However, some guests noted that the replenishment of items can be slow. One of the lifts was out of service during breakfast service causing congestion.
Several reviewers mentioned noise issues, particularly for rooms facing the street. The noise from bars and pedestrians at night, especially on weekends, can be disruptive due to inadequate soundproofing. This is a significant concern for light sleepers or those seeking a quiet stay. Guests staying on lower floors facing the street are particularly susceptible to noise disturbances. Some reviewers have also complained about poor WiFi connectivity throughout the hotel.
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Against the neighbourhood
Rated 4.2 against a median of 4.3 across the 11 places to eat we hold for Cathedral Quarter, where the most-reviewed is Duke of York.
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