Tara Lodge

4.0 star property

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Front of property
Reception
Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Hair dryer, towels
Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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36 Cromwell Road, Botanic Avenue, Belfast, Northern Ireland, BT7 1JW
  • Place, Queen's University of Belfast
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Belfast Botanic Gardens
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Belfast City Hall
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Belfast (BFS-Belfast Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Signature Double Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Belfast

Located in Belfast City Centre within a 5-minute walk of Queen's University of Belfast, Tara Lodge is within a mile (2 km) of other popular attractions like Belfast City Hall. This 34-room, 4-star guesthouse welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Queen's University of Belfast - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Belfast Botanic Gardens - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Ormeau Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Grand Opera House - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Belfast City Hall - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Botanic Station - 3 min walk
  • Belfast International Airport (BFS) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Madame Pho - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lee Garden - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Blue Train Café & Depot - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kamakura Sushi & Ramen - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Tara Lodge

Tara Lodge offers free WiFi in public areas and a meeting room. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 32-inch TVs with digital channels and DVD players. Pillowtop beds grant a restful night's sleep and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Other amenities include coffee makers, laptop-compatible safes, and phones.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1998
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with digital channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in fee: GBP 20.00

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: GBP 10.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day:
  • Front desk

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 35.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Early check-in fee: GBP 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 35.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No alcohol is served at Tara Lodge.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Tourism NI.

Property is also known as

Tara Belfast

Tara Lodge

Tara Lodge Belfast

Tara Hotel Belfast

Tara Lodge Belfast

Tara Lodge Guesthouse

Tara Lodge Guesthouse Belfast

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Tara Lodge?

Tara Lodge offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Tara Lodge?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tara Lodge on Jun 7, 2026 start from $128, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see near Tara Lodge?

This guesthouse is situated in Belfast City Centre within a short 17-minute walk of Belfast City Hall and also 7 minutes on foot from Belfast Botanic Gardens. You'll also find Ulster Hall and Ulster Museum less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Tara Lodge?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does Tara Lodge feature a casino?

No, Tara Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Tara Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What do couples enjoy most about Tara Lodge?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress as well as a free daily breakfast and a 24-hour front desk.

Does Tara Lodge have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Tara Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Tara Lodge offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Tara Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Tara Lodge.

Does Tara Lodge have connecting rooms available?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Tara Lodge?

The closest major airport to Tara Lodge is Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City), which is 4.8 mi away (23 minutes by car). Another top airport is Belfast International Airport (BFS), which is located 19.7 mi away (41-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Tara Lodge?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Tara Lodge.

Tara Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 785 out of 910 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 105 out of 910 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 910 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 910 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 910 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely Staff, little touches in room like proper milk for tea, birthday message, clean, spacious relaxing, great breakfast, free parking (a major plus in Belfast) A great little find in a great area near Botanical Gardens. Will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brigid

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A hidden gem of a Hotel . Staff are so friendly, room was perfect and the table service breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was a good size, but certainly dated. Staff was nice. The breakfast wasn’t great, so we went over to Maggie May’s around the corner. The location was perfect - super convenient to get around.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dhawal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very convenient, clean and no queue for breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

guanxiong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room is cosy, and the breakfast is brilliant as always! The staff are polite and welcoming!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Staff & service
It was so clean and the staff was so friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

MTeresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Central location, comfortable, clean and superb staff!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable stay great staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great breakfast, comfortable room, great extras
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice little Hotel - surprisingly quiet considering it's location - only a 10 min walk to the town hall. Staff were very friendly and excellent service - would stay again when in Belfast
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Agnes

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy, Grinnell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was great at the hotel, and staff was very helpful and kind. Some areas a block out so away seemed a bit gritty-I did not mind but some might.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

KIERAN

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely hotel . Staff friendly and attentive . Special shout out to Colin at breakfast .
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless. Reception staff very helpful and breakfast the best have had anywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes and yeas overall great experience.!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl, Kitchener

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room, attentative and courteous staff. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really helpful and friendly staff who responded quickly when we asked if we could check in early, and stored our bags. Great location, amazing breakfast, really comfortable room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Concetta, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes the room was spotless. Staff very friendly. Breakfast was wonderful, lots, delicious, great selection.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025