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Vagabonds Hostel
Hostel
9 University Road, Belfast, BT7 1NA, United Kingdom

Well located in the Queens Quarter district of Belfast, Vagabonds Hostel is located a 2-minute walk from The Belfast Empire Music Hall, 1.2 miles from The Waterfront Hall and 2.1 miles from SSE Arena, Belfast. This 5-star hostel offers a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and free WiFi. Titanic Belfast is 3.1 miles from the hostel and St. Peter's Cathedral, Belfast is 1.4 miles away. Guests at the hostel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Belfast, like hiking. Popular points of interest near Vagabonds Hostel include Ulster Museum, Botanic Gardens Belfast and St. Annes Cathedral Belfast. George Best Belfast City Airport is 3.7 miles away.

Amenities:

Kitchen • Entertainment • Other • Tv • Security/Safety • Internet • Wheelchair Accessible • Accessibility • Bar • Sports/Activities • Guest Services

Bushmills Hostel
Hostel
49 Main St, Bushmills, BT57 8QA, United Kingdom

Hostel in Bushmills
Along with a microwave in a common area, this hostel has a refrigerator in a common area and a garden. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a lobby fireplace.
Bushmills Hostel offers 19 accommodations. This Bushmills hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers.

Guest Reviews:

- "Great stay!"

White Park Bay Youth Hostel
Hostel
157 Whitepark Road, Ballintoy, BT54 6NH, United Kingdom

Located in Ballintoy, a 10-minute walk from Whitepark Bay Beach, White Park Bay Youth Hostel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 4-star hostel offers a shared kitchen. Giant's Causeway is 5.1 miles away and Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge is 2.7 miles from the hostel. At the hostel, rooms have a private bathroom with a shower. Guests at White Park Bay Youth Hostel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Ballintoy, like hiking. Ballintoy Harbour is 2.9 miles from the accommodation, while Hezlett House is 4.8 miles from the property. City of Derry Airport is 37 miles away.

Guest Reviews:

- "We had a short but memorable stay" - "Great place for the views." - "Good value, clean and picturesque" - "Amazing view in okish hostel." - "Beautiful view over the sea but not much character in the hostel itself."

Portrush Holiday Hostel Guest House
Hostel
24 Princess Street, Portrush, BT56 8AX, United Kingdom

Hostel with free breakfast, a quick walk to Barry's Amusements
A meeting room, a library, and a picnic area are available at this hostel. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided.
Limited housekeeping is available.
Portrush Holiday Hostel Guest House offers 12 accommodations. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. This Portrush hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered on a limited basis and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Guest Reviews:

- "Excellent location, great for families, very clean, great choice of breakfasts, Would recommend." - "Very happy with the room and facilities within the property. Great value for money. Would definitely stay again " - "Very clean. Comfortable and friendly location. Very impressed. Great for short stay. No tv in room or hairdryers but tea coffee machine in room " - "The hostel was very nice and cozy, very recommended" - "Very good location "

Causeway Coast Independent Hostel
Hostel
4 Victoria Terrace, Portstewart, BT557BA

Located within 1.5 miles of Portstewart Strand and 11 miles of Giant's Causeway, Causeway Coast Independent Hostel has rooms in Portstewart. This 2-star hostel offers a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The hostel features family rooms. The hostel provides certain rooms that include sea views, and each room comes with a private bathroom with a shower. Guests at Causeway Coast Independent Hostel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Portstewart, like hiking, fishing and cycling. City of Derry Airport is 29 miles away.

Guest Reviews:

- "Rick was lovely! Brilliant facilities and a good location" - "Welcoming host, ideal location" - "Very nice and cosy hostel on the Causeway coast" - "Causeway Coast Hostel" - "Rick and the place are wonderful" - "Great hostel in a great location. A warm welcome and everything you need for your stay." - "A quiet and cheap stay on the coast near the Giant's Causeway." - "great value, good location and friendly host."

Finn McCool's Giants Causeway Hostel
Hostel
32 Causeway Road, Bushmills, BT57 8SU, United Kingdom

Hostel with free parking, near Giant's Causeway
This hostel features coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities, and tour/ticket assistance. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a garden, barbecue grills, and a picnic area are onsite.
Bathrooms are shared and housekeeping is not available.
Finn McCool's Giants Causeway Hostel offers 24 accommodations. This Bushmills hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads.

Guest Reviews:

- "We stayed after our visit to the Causeway. It was lovely. Clean, welcoming, unpretentious room, friendly and helpful staff. Excellent value. " - "Staff engaging with good advice. Everyone, including visitors, happy to chat. More basic building but everything else makes up for it." - "-" - "I did get a room to myself as expected but it was a bunk room with little in the way of furniture. I cheap double bed with thin mattress, 2 homemade bunk beds that sees mattresses on the floor and some lockers. No wardrobe, no chair etc. Whilst I appreciate that this is a hostel not a hotel, I did pay a hotel price for my room. The room itself the windows did not open so getting ventilation was difficult. "

Belfast International Youth Hostel
Hostel
22-32 Donegall Road, Belfast, BT12 5JN, United Kingdom

Belfast International Youth Hostel is located 7 minutes’ walk from the Botanic Garden. It offers private and dormitory rooms, an on-site café and a free Wi-Fi zone. Rooms at the hostel feature shared or private bathroom facilities. Linens are provided and dormitory rooms also feature lockers. Guests can also relax in the lounge areas. Self service laundry facilities are also available. You can walk to the City Hall and Queen's University in around 10 minutes. Belfast Cathedral is 1 mile from the hostel. The hostel offers free private parking and both Botanic and City Hospital Rail Stations are 5 minutes’ walk away. George Best Belfast City Airport is 3.5 miles away, while Belfast International Airport is 25 minutes away by car.

Guest Reviews:

- "A great stay just for a few hours to get sleep before an early flight." - "Friendly welcoming would come again 1000 times over" - "A Relaxing Stay with a Few Hiccups" - "Not so good"

Lagan Backpackers
Hostel
121 Fitzroy Ave, Belfast, BT71HU, United Kingdom

Lagan Backpackers is a well-equipped hostel in central Belfast. It offers free parking and free Wi-Fi. Check in is from 14:00-23:00. For late check in 23:00-01:00 only upon request, please make sure to choose prepayment option only so we can organize a late check in. ***For Group bookings of 10 or more people, please contact us on our website Belfast Lagan Backpackers. We will refuse booking if booking is made without contacting us beforehand. 30% Deposit to secure booking and outstanding payment to be paid 30 days before arrival. Also there will be a security deposit of £20.00 per person to pay on arrival, this will be returned upon check out after inspecting rooms and also following our house rules. This will all be informed after booking. ***We have the right to refuse any guests who are in a state of drunkness when checking in, unhoused guests, no valid card details provided or any illegal activities such as drugs. We may ask for security deposit in case of damages or house rules are broken. Any refused bookings, their payment to their reservations are forfeited.*** The property and all rooms are only accessible with keypads and stairs. Dormitories have bunk beds and use of shared bathroom facilities. There are mixed dorms at Lagan Backpackers, as well as private rooms. We also provides barbecue facilities, a living room and free tea and coffee. There are kitchen and dining area. Our backpacker is just 10 minutes’ walk from the center of the city. Belfast Botanical Gardens and Ormeau Park are within 5 minutes’ walk, on either side of the River Lagan.e River Lagan.

Guest Reviews:

- "Always stay here when I am in Belfast." - "Het was perfect" - "The best hostel option in Belfast" - "Loved staying here" - "Comfortable and pleasant" - "Nice facility with nearby shopping and dining." - "I would recommend this place if staying in Belfast" - "Great" - "The breakfast could have been better." - "It was good" - "affordable and nice place to stay for few nights with the price that we paid"

Finn McCools Giants Causeway Hostel
Hostel
32 Causeway Road, Bushmills, BT57 8SU, United Kingdom

A boutique hostel on Northern Ireland’s north coast, Finn McCools Giants Causeway Hostel has beautiful panoramic views. Just 2 miles from Bushmills, free parking and free Wi-Fi. Dormitories at Finn McCools Giants Causeway Hostel have bunk beds and use of shared bathroom facilities. There is a common room with TV, luggage storage facilities and bicycle parking. This hostel has an outdoor terrace. The Giant’s Causeway is just a 3-minute walk from the hostel. The pretty coastal town of Portrush is just a 15-minute drive away.

Guest Reviews:

- "Great location, rudimentary facilities"

Bushmills Youth Hostel
Hostel
49 Main Street, Bushmills, BT57 8QA

On Main Street in Bushmills, Mill Rest Youth Hostel provides accommodations within a short walk of the towns bars, shops and restaurants. Offering free Wi-Fi, luggage storage and laundry facilities, this hostel is 7 minutes’ walk from the Old Bushmills Distillery. Each room or dormitory has private bathrooms with a bath or shower. The hostel has shared kitchen facilities, and a walled garden where you can enjoy a picnic or barbecue. Mill Rest Youth Hostel has a lounge with TV and open fireplace and a conference room. Bicycle storage and luggage storage is provided, and group catering can also be arranged if required. The famous Giant’s Causeway is just 2 miles north of the town, and Dunluce Castle is a similar distance to the west. Around 1 minute from local bus routes, this hostel is within 10-20 minutes’ drive of the coastal towns of Portstewart and Portrush.

Guest Reviews:

- "very pleasant honeymoon vacation with my fiance"

Aunt Rachel's Barn Hostel
Hostel
64 Castlenagree Road, Bushmills, BT57 8XN, United Kingdom

Located in Bushmills, 2.4 miles from Giant's Causeway, Aunt Rachel's Barn Hostel provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 2.3 miles from Giants Causeway Visitors Center, 2.4 miles from Hezlett House and 4.5 miles from Dunluce Castle. Royal Portrush Golf Course is 6.9 miles away and Mountsandel Fort is 12 miles from the hostel. Each room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. At the hostel all rooms are equipped with a closet and a TV. Buffet and continental breakfast options are available at Aunt Rachel's Barn Hostel. Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge is 6.7 miles from the accommodation, while Ballintoy Harbour is 6.9 miles away. City of Derry Airport is 34 miles from the property.

Guest Reviews:

- "Nice stay." - "Great stay" - "Very quiet and relaxing place to stay."

Botanic Avenue Hostel less than a mile from the City Centre
Hostel
Bt7 1jg, Belfast, BT7 1JG, United Kingdom

Botanic Avenue Hostel less than a mile from the City Centre is located in Belfast, 2 miles from SSE Arena, Belfast and 3 miles from Titanic Belfast. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is close to popular attractions like Botanic Gardens Belfast, St. Peter's Cathedral, Belfast and St. Annes Cathedral Belfast. Guest rooms at the hostel are equipped with a TV and a kitchen. Rooms come complete with a shared bathroom equipped with a shower and a hairdryer, while certain units at Botanic Avenue Hostel less than a mile from the City Centre also provide guests with a seating area. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include The Belfast Empire Music Hall, The Waterfront Hall and Ulster Museum. George Best Belfast City Airport is 3.7 miles away.

Guest Reviews:

- "Brilliant. Would definitely come stay again" - "I am completely satisfy with stay." - "New hostel opened not too long ago. Lovely place to stay, I will definitely be back!" - "Really good" - "Splendid" - "Cheap and cheerful - perfect for overnight stay." - "Small and friendly hostel in a great location." - "Great value for money" - "Friendly, helpful staff. VERY clean and great location. Fantastic shower. I would stay there again."

Aunty Katie's House, NI Tourist Board Certified & located on the main Oldpark Road to Belfast, with Free Continental Breakfast & Free Ultra Fast SKY internet, free SKY Sports & free SKY Cinema, Self-check in after 10pm GMT
Hostel
456 Oldpark Road, Belfast, BT14 6QG, United Kingdom

Located in Belfast and within 2.6 miles of The Waterfront Hall, Aunty Katie's House, NI Tourist Board Certified & located on the main Oldpark Road to Belfast, with Free Continental Breakfast & Free Ultra Fast SKY internet, free SKY Sports & free SKY Cinema, Self-check in after 10pm GMT has a shared lounge, allergy-free rooms, and free WiFi. The property is around 2.7 miles from SSE Arena, Belfast, 3 miles from The Belfast Empire Music Hall and 3 miles from Titanic Belfast. The property has a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests. All rooms come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, fridge, a coffee machine, a shower, a hairdryer and a desk. With a shared bathroom, some rooms at the hostel also have a city view. The rooms will provide guests with an oven. Guests at Aunty Katie's House, NI Tourist Board Certified & located on the main Oldpark Road to Belfast, with Free Continental Breakfast & Free Ultra Fast SKY internet, free SKY Sports & free SKY Cinema, Self-check in after 10pm GMT can enjoy a buffet or a continental breakfast. St. Annes Cathedral Belfast is 1.8 miles from the accommodation, while St. Peter's Cathedral, Belfast is 1.8 miles from the property. George Best Belfast City Airport is 4.3 miles away.

Amenities:

Internet • Guest Services • Pet Friendly • Other • Breakfast • Tv • Security/Safety • Kitchen • Accessibility • Wheelchair Accessible • Fireplace/Heating • Smoking

Budget Hostel type rooms, free continental breakfast, pics and full address sent after booking
House
Upper Newtownards Road, Belfast, BT4 3EQ, United Kingdom

A sustainable homestay in Belfast and within 2.8 km of SSE Arena, Budget Hostel type rooms, free continental breakfast, pics and full address sent after booking features barbecue facilities, comfortable allergy-free rooms and free WiFi. There is a private entrance at the homestay for the convenience of those who stay. The homestay has family rooms. The units come with carpeted floor and feature a fully equipped kitchenette with an oven, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, and a shared bathroom with bath and a hair dryer. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the homestay, the units are fitted with bed linen and towels. Buffet and continental breakfast options are available every morning at the homestay. The Waterfront Hall is 3.2 km from Budget Hostel type rooms, free continental breakfast, pics and full address sent after booking, while Titanic Belfast is 3.4 km away. The nearest airport is George Best Belfast City Airport, 3 km from the accommodation.

Amenities:

Breakfast • Kitchen • Pet Friendly • Parking • Internet

Gr8 Hostel at The Mount
Hostel
8 The Mount, Belfast, BT5 4NA, United Kingdom

Located in Belfast and with The Waterfront Hall reachable within a 13-minute walk, Gr8 Hostel at The Mount provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The property is around 1.7 miles from The Belfast Empire Music Hall, 1.7 miles from St. Annes Cathedral Belfast and 2.2 miles from Ulster Museum. Botanic Gardens Belfast is 2.4 miles from the hostel and St. Peter's Cathedral, Belfast is 2.8 miles away. All guest rooms feature a shared bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Popular points of interest near the hostel include SSE Arena, Belfast, Titanic Belfast and Customs House Belfast. George Best Belfast City Airport is 1.9 miles away.

Guest Reviews:

- "A warm welcome awaits." - "Home from home" - "Happy, clean, and comfortable place!" - "Very clean and friendly atmosphere to stay"

Railway Sleeper Hostel
Hostel
15 Sea Road, Castlerock, BT51 4TL, United Kingdom

Railway Sleeper Hostel is located in Castlerock, within 16 miles of Giant's Causeway and a 1-minute walk of Castlerock Golf Course. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hostel features family rooms. At the hostel each room includes a shared bathroom with a shower. City of Derry Airport is 23 miles away.

Amenities:

Guest Services • View • Other • Entertainment • Laundry • Security/Safety • Fireplace/Heating • Kitchen • Sports/Activities • Tv • Internet • Child Friendly

Bushmills Hostel
Hostel
Bushmills Hostel, Bushmills, BT57 8QA, United Kingdom

Located within 2.1 miles of Hezlett House and 2.4 miles of Dunluce Castle, Bushmills Hostel provides rooms in Bushmills. The property is around 1.8 miles from Bushfoot Beach, 2 miles from Giant's Causeway and 2.1 miles from Giants Causeway Visitors Center. Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge is 8.1 miles from the hostel and Mountsandel Fort is 10 miles away. At the hostel, each room comes with a desk. Guest rooms at Bushmills Hostel are equipped with a private bathroom equipped with a shower. Royal Portrush Golf Course is 5 miles from the accommodation, while Ballintoy Harbour is 8 miles away. City of Derry Airport is 32 miles from the property.

Guest Reviews:

- "Great hostel in Bushmills" - "A clean, spacious hostel with great facilities, friendly staff, and a perfect location for exploring" - "Good all over"

stay inn - shared flat in Portadown
Hostel
121 bridge street po, Portadown, BT63 5AA, United Kingdom

Located within 29 miles of The Belfast Empire Music Hall and 30 miles of The Waterfront Hall, stay inn - shared flat in Portadown has rooms in Portadown. The property is around 31 miles from SSE Arena, Belfast, 31 miles from Titanic Belfast and 12 miles from Saint Patrick's Catholic Cathedral. At the hostel, rooms have a shared bathroom with a bidet. Saint Patrick's Church of Ireland Cathedral is 12 miles from stay inn - shared flat in Portadown, while The Cathedral of Saint Patrick and Saint Colman is 20 miles from the property. Belfast International Airport is 24 miles away.

Amenities:

Child Friendly • Kitchen • Security/Safety • Parking

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Northern Ireland Hostels on the Map

Compare the Best Hostels in Northern Ireland – Addresses, Prices, Stars, Rating, and Review Count

Property Name Address Price ($) Star Rating Review Count Book
Vagabonds Hostel 9 University Road, Belfast, BT7 1NA, United Kingdom 71 5.0 8.3 2691 Click here
Bushmills Hostel 49 Main St, Bushmills, BT57 8QA, United Kingdom 112 3.0 9.0 2 Click here
White Park Bay Youth Hostel 157 Whitepark Road, Ballintoy, BT54 6NH, United Kingdom 25 4.0 8.6 367 Click here
Portrush Holiday Hostel Guest House 24 Princess Street, Portrush, BT56 8AX, United Kingdom 79 2.0 9.8 84 Click here
Causeway Coast Independent Hostel 4 Victoria Terrace, Portstewart, BT557BA 77 2.0 8.2 379 Click here
Finn McCool's Giants Causeway Hostel 32 Causeway Road, Bushmills, BT57 8SU, United Kingdom 70 2.0 7.2 57 Click here
Belfast International Youth Hostel 22-32 Donegall Road, Belfast, BT12 5JN, United Kingdom 62 7.2 3276 Click here
Lagan Backpackers 121 Fitzroy Ave, Belfast, BT71HU, United Kingdom 113 6.2 1273 Click here
Finn McCools Giants Causeway Hostel 32 Causeway Road, Bushmills, BT57 8SU, United Kingdom 265 7.3 793 Click here
Bushmills Youth Hostel 49 Main Street, Bushmills, BT57 8QA 130 7.1 529 Click here
Aunt Rachel's Barn Hostel 64 Castlenagree Road, Bushmills, BT57 8XN, United Kingdom 71 8.0 443 Click here
Botanic Avenue Hostel less than a mile from the City Centre Bt7 1jg, Belfast, BT7 1JG, United Kingdom 74 8.4 373 Click here
Aunty Katie's House, NI Tourist Board Certified & located on the main Oldpark Road to Belfast, with Free Continental Breakfast & Free Ultra Fast SKY internet, free SKY Sports & free SKY Cinema, Self-check in after 10pm GMT 456 Oldpark Road, Belfast, BT14 6QG, United Kingdom 251 9.3 54 Click here
Budget Hostel type rooms, free continental breakfast, pics and full address sent after booking Upper Newtownards Road, Belfast, BT4 3EQ, United Kingdom 62 7.3 49 Click here
Gr8 Hostel at The Mount 8 The Mount, Belfast, BT5 4NA, United Kingdom 106 9.5 32 Click here
Railway Sleeper Hostel 15 Sea Road, Castlerock, BT51 4TL, United Kingdom 104 9.5 20 Click here
Bushmills Hostel Bushmills Hostel, Bushmills, BT57 8QA, United Kingdom 121 8.1 18 Click here
stay inn - shared flat in Portadown 121 bridge street po, Portadown, BT63 5AA, United Kingdom 108 7.5 2 Click here

Note: The prices for each Hostels in Northern Ireland do vary. This can be because of the number of people you are booking for, how far in advance you book and the season. The prices above are only meant as a rough estimate for comparison purposes. Click the buttons above (or click here) to get the latest prices.

Frequently Asked Questions

Family-friendly or group-friendly hostels in Northern Ireland include:

  • Bushmills Hostel.- Review Count: 2, Rating: 9.0
  • White Park Bay Youth Hostel.- Review Count: 367, Rating: 8.6
  • Portrush Holiday Hostel Guest House.- Review Count: 84, Rating: 9.8

Pet-friendly hostels in Northern Ireland include:

  • Aunty Katie's House, NI Tourist Board Certified & located on the main Oldpark Road to Belfast, with Free Continental Breakfast & Free Ultra Fast SKY internet, free SKY Sports & free SKY Cinema, Self-check in after 10pm GMT.- Review Count: 54, Rating: 9.3
  • Budget Hostel type rooms, free continental breakfast, pics and full address sent after booking.- Review Count: 49, Rating: 7.3

Hostels in Northern Ireland that offer free breakfast include:

  • Bushmills Hostel.- Review Count: 2, Rating: 9.0
  • Portrush Holiday Hostel Guest House.- Review Count: 84, Rating: 9.8
  • Aunty Katie's House, NI Tourist Board Certified & located on the main Oldpark Road to Belfast, with Free Continental Breakfast & Free Ultra Fast SKY internet, free SKY Sports & free SKY Cinema, Self-check in after 10pm GMT.- Review Count: 54, Rating: 9.3

Hostels in Northern Ireland with guest parking include:

  • White Park Bay Youth Hostel.- Review Count: 367, Rating: 8.6
  • Portrush Holiday Hostel Guest House.- Review Count: 84, Rating: 9.8
  • Causeway Coast Independent Hostel.- Review Count: 379, Rating: 8.2

Some of the best Hostels in Northern Ireland are:

  • Vagabonds Hostel.- Review Count: 2691, Rating: 8.3
  • White Park Bay Youth Hostel.- Review Count: 367, Rating: 8.6
  • Bushmills Hostel.- Review Count: 2, Rating: 9.0

Some of the popular Hostels in Northern Ireland are:

  • Belfast International Youth Hostel.- Review Count: 3276, Rating: 7.2
  • Vagabonds Hostel.- Review Count: 2691, Rating: 8.3
  • Lagan Backpackers.- Review Count: 1273, Rating: 6.2