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Belfast International Youth Hostel

22-23 Donegall Road, Belfast BT12 5JN, Northern Ireland (Golden Mile)
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Turku, Finland
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9 reviews 9 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013

Here is really friendly staff. And the rooms are nice, quite basic hostel beds. Shower and toilet were ok. Very peaceful hostel when I stayed there 1 night. I had nothing to complain! I especially want to thank a little bit older, professional man in reception. He was really great!

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BIYH, Public Relations Manager at Belfast International Youth Hostel, responded to this review
May 17, 2013

Thank you very much for taking the time to write a review on our Belfast Youth Hostel. I am delighted to hear that you had such a great experience- especially with our reception staff. We aim to provide all our guests with a first class service and I am so glad you received this. We hope to welcome you again... More

Ireland
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22 reviews 22 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

Standard hostel experience really, staff were friendly and the secure car park was very useful as not sure the neighbourhood is somewhere one would park an Irish registered car given we watched some locals painting Union Jack colours on the kerbside out the window of the room! Wifi worked intermittently, the shower was a bit on the cold side but... More

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BIYH, Public Relations Manager at Belfast International Youth Hostel, responded to this review
May 17, 2013

Many thanks for taking the time to share your experience at our Belfast Youth Hostel. I'm sorry to hear that you found it a bit noisy - unfortunately being in a city centre location, near to all local attractions, means that there is often noise from outside which we have no control over. I hope that it didn't disturb your... More

Glasgow, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

This hostel is truly disgusting and nearly ruined my impression of Belfast. -The hallways smell like pish. -The rooms are very small and dingy. -The bunk beds are quite possibly a health and safety hazard. They- squeaked and heaved back and forth with every movement. The mattresses were covered in thick plastic, then a gross sheet. (Maybe) clean sheets were... More

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BIYH, Public Relations Manager at Belfast International Youth Hostel, responded to this review
May 17, 2013

Many thanks for taking the time to review our Belfast International Youth Hostel. I'm sorry to hear that you didn't enjoy your stay. It is unfortunate that you had this experience whilst at the same time as your visit we have had two excellent reviews. Perhaps you could call me (Cathy) at Head Office on 02890324733 to discuss your points... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013 via mobile

Terrible plastic wrapped creaky beds. Grumpy old man staff who told us he would confiscate our wine. Gross slimy showers. No soap anywhere to be found. Just don't stay here if you want to enjoy belfast.

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BIYH, Public Relations Manager at Belfast International Youth Hostel, responded to this review
May 17, 2013

Many thanks for taking the time to review our Belfast International Youth Hostel. I'm sorry to hear that you didn't have a good experience. With regards to confiscating your wine - we have a strict no alcohol policy beyond ground floor/ reception; this is because we have a large number of school groups who stay with us and we take... More

Vienna
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2013

This wasn't the best hostel that I've stayed at, but it also wasn't the worst. Pros: located not far from the downtown area, cool cafe downstairs, helpful staff, great value for the price. Cons: Two person rooms are very small (though I stayed in a 6 person room the next time and it was much bigger), showers not very clean... More

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BIYH, Public Relations Manager at Belfast International Youth Hostel, responded to this review
April 26, 2013

Many thanks for taking the time to write a review on our Belfast youth hostel, your opinion and feedback helps us to improve our service and offering for the future. I am delighted to be able to say that since your stay in Nov 2012 we now offer FREE WI-FI in public areas of the hostel. I am very sorry... More

Rijeka, Croatia
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9 reviews 9 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed March 24, 2013

Stayed in this hostel for only two nights but I have to say that I'm glad it didn't been longer. Not because I didn't like Belfast, I did, but next time I would choose some other hostel. This one needs good renovation. Only the entrance with the reception desk, internet room and restaurant looks good but rooms are very small,... More

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BIYH, Public Relations Manager at Belfast International Youth Hostel, responded to this review
April 11, 2013

We really appreciate your taking the time to share your comments about your recent stay. I am delighted to hear that you would return to Belfast and that you were impressed by our central location, reception area and onsite café. However, I want to personally apologise that you were disappointed with our rooms and quality of our sheets. We use... More

Cambridge, United Kingdom
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed March 19, 2013

Went for St. Pattys day with 4 friends, book 3 different rooms. Rooms smelled of urine as soon as we walked in, shower is just a nozzle in the bathroom, door rotted at the bottom. Staff at the fron desk were not friendly, bed was really uncomfortable, no free WIFI. Also in a sketchy area, but close to city center.... More

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BIYH, Public Relations Manager at Belfast International Youth Hostel, responded to this review
April 11, 2013

Thank you for celebrating St Patricks day with us; Your feedback is very important to us and helps us to improve our service moving forward. We are sorry to hear that you had a disappointing experience during your recent stay with us. Please forgive the inadequacies in housekeeping that you encountered during your stay and please be assured that this... More

Miratejo
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56 reviews 56 reviews
50 hotel reviews
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48 helpful votes 48 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed December 15, 2012

The kitchen was very well equipped, the staff was very friendly and helpful, the location was ok but a little far from the city center. The only problemwe found was the temperature in the room...was winter and the heating only works at certain hours so in the most of the time the room was cold.

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Linz, Austria
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5 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 12, 2012

I stayed in this hostel for 3 nights, Sun-Wed, which had been lucky nights for me because I booked a 4-bed ensuit and had the room all by myself. Christmas time is not that big in Belfast. On the other hand it was good because the bathroom hadn't been cleaned all these days and also the The bunk beds are... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 9, 2012 via mobile

Stayed there dec 2012 for one night! If ur looking for a good hostel this is ur one! Room was clean, easy to access, taxis available right over the street,staff couldn't have been nicer to myself and my friend ! We had a 4 bed dorm and everything u need for a hostel was in the room, no need to... More

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Also Known As:
Belfast International Youth Hotel Belfast
Belfast International Youth Hotel
Address: 22-23 Donegall Road, Belfast BT12 5JN, Northern Ireland
Region: United Kingdom > Northern Ireland > Belfast > Golden Mile
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Restaurant Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #17 of 25 Specialty lodging in Belfast
Price Range: $
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
This huge hostel is the biggest in Belfast and the only one affiliated with Hostelling International. It's a short walk from all a tourist heart desire's, from Queen's Quarter pubs and attractions to city centre shops and restaurants. A recent rennovation has heralded a slew of top class amenities including en-suite rooms, FREE WI-FI, left luggage, currency exchange and laundry facilities. The Causeway and internet cafes serve up good value grub and Mini Coach tours (based at the hostel) offer daily tours to the Giant's Causeway. ... more   less 
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