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 "Ark Hostel has a good reputation among travelers. Along the way we met several people who had stayed there and they all had good things to say. We would have to agree. Located in the university district, very close to Botanic Station (about five minutes on foot), the hostel is only a leisurely fifteen-minute walk into the centre of Belfast. Facilities include a well-stocked kitchen, a large...
 "It's located in the centre of the city on one of the side streets. A unique combination lock on the front door that can be a little bit of a challenge after a long night but the night manager will let you in if you have any difficulty. Some dorm rooms have an en-suite available. The pillows and mattresses were a little worn and thin but the rooms were very clean. Standard travel advice,...
 "This is a busy hostel, being a 10 minute walk from the central train and bus station (hostel is marked on the street map directly outside the station). It would definitely pay to book! It has a friendly atmosphere, with free coffee or chocolate to drink while reading all the helpful information in reception. Comfortable warm rooms, with decent free lockers (bring a padlock) and free...
 "Located a comfortable fifteen-minute walk south of the the city centre, and only five minutes from the university, Paddy's Palace Belfast is well located for visiting the city. One of the growing Paddy's Palace chain, a good proportion of the guests at any one time are part of a Paddywagon tour, ensuring that the hostel is always lively. Whilst the location makes the hostel reasonably easy...
 "I went with the Xtreme FM group and I loved the place to stay in it was fun and I hope to make a reservation for me and my mates to stay some time." … "Farset International opened its doors for business only one year ago and already it is building a reputation for quality conferencing, banqueting and accommodation at reasonable prices. Guests availing of the facility have expressed their...
 "The rooms were tiny and the bathrooms a bit cramped, but the atmosphere can't be beat. Arnie is jolly and friendly, his dogs are adorable, and the guests were all open and social. Make sure not to miss the black cab tour! This was my favorite hostel of a month-long Europe-wide trek, hands down." … "What I liked most about this hostel was his atmosphere, very friendly. You're considered...


Belfast Travel Tips & Suggestions

Comment by Claire
I found Belfast to be an awesome city. It is completely safe to walk around alone at 3 in the morning. There are great indie rock bars to go to and the people are extremely friendly. I cannot wait to go back.
Comment by A,ex
Belfast is probably the most interesting place to visit on the Island of Ireland. It's emerging from conflict, and the people are very open and friendly. While it is true that there are drunks who may seem intimidating, as long as you leave them alone they shouldn't bother you. Belfast is very affordable and offers a lot of history. I would much prefer to have stayed here longer than in Dublin!
Comment by Anonymous
Belfast is a lovely place with lovely, friendly people and very helpful. They have a great sense of humor -- great craic.
Comment by Kate
Belfast is a really interesting place to visit. As a visitor from outside, I would say you are generally safe. For example everyone seems to feel the need to view the murals via a black cab tour, but walking around in the sectarian areas really isn't dangerous, as long as you have somewhat of a clue about what it's all about and don't put your foot in it (don't wear a Celtic top or a Union Jack)! The next generation seems to be making an effort to move on from the conflict, but a lot of the pubs we went into still seemed quite rough, macho, and a bit intimidating. There's probably somewhere in town with nice, funky bars that we just didn't find.
Comment by Ade
Not safe? Belfast's far friendlier than Dublin! In Belfast people actually smile at you. I've been all over the world and Belfast was one of the most welcoming cities I've ever been to.
Comment by Juanito Hayburg
We found Belfast disarming and charming, and I look forward to returning sometime. My experience has been that the media can give visitors a very distorted impression of any area that is only curable by an onsite visit so that we may form our own opinion. And our opinion of Belfast/Ireland is very, very favorable.
Comment by chantille
Belfast is an amazing city. I found it quite safe (same rules apply here as they do anywhere else in the world: don't walk around at 3am by yourself, etc etc) and the people of Belfast are among the friendliest I've ever met.
Comment by Anonymous
Belfast has more trouble than any other place. You can't even say you're from Northern Ireland because people feel sorry for you. It's a lovely place but why can't people get along?
Comment by brian
I would say that no area east, west, or north is safe for anyone, locals or visitors-- they are all extremly dangarous after dark. Best for anyone coming to stick to the Queens area of the city: it is about the safest.
Comment by matthew
The city centre- royal avenue etc where the main shopping area is - is deserted after the shops close at 5pm, except for gangs of hoods who roam the streets. It is very dangarous to wander around that area after this time. I have been attacked and several of my friends have as well- police presence is zero. It is better to stay around the university area of the city after dark; it is very lively with lots to do.
Comment by Anonymous
A good tip is to check out the triangle bounded by Newtownards, Bangor, and Belfast. While driving is somwhat perilous on the narrow roads, if you hire a car and take the A2/A20/A21 and the roads via Craigantlet you get two different experiences of Northern Ireland - the urban metropolis and the country lanes where the only living being you're sharing the view with is a cow or two. People are very friendly and 75% of the city (basically anything that isn't west!) is unaffected by the troubles.
Comment by Anonymous
It's rubbish to say that Belfast is unsafe for women - it is no more unsafe than the rest of the UK and as a student from Belfast living in London and Manchester I would say it is a lot safer. If you stick to the city centre, university area, Lisburn Road, and the Oddysey complex to go out in, it's fine. There are some great bars and clubs about and the people are friendly - it's not a huge city but you'll have a great time - especially if you travel out to the coast or into the country! As for the troubles, it is a small minority of people that have anything to do with the unrest and only certain areas of the city. Do not be put off by the emphasis and exaggerations of the media!
Comment by Anonymous
If you are looking for some insight to the troubles surrounding Northern Ireland the Black Cab tour is highly recommended.
Comment by Anonymous
Belfast is a city with a lot of unrest and it is recommended that single women should not walk on the streets alone at night.
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Belfast
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Belfast (0.4 Km / 0.2 mi.)
Tivoli (4 Km / 2 mi.)
Falcarragh (6 Km / 4 mi.)
Islandmagee (27 Km / 17 mi.)
Larne (30 Km / 19 mi.)
Ballymena (37 Km / 23 mi.)
Newcastle (43 Km / 27 mi.)
Magherafelt (47 Km / 29 mi.)
Newry (53 Km / 33 mi.)
Armagh (54 Km / 34 mi.)

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