The DoubleTree by Hilton Belfast City Ten Square occupies one of the best addresses in the city, at 10 Donegall Square South, a minute’s walk from the front door of Belfast City Hall. It is a boutique-sized four-star with 131 rooms, which gives it a more personal feel than the larger chain hotels, and it is built for guests who want to step out of the lobby and be in the middle of everything. On site you will find two restaurants serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and kids’ meals, two bars and a rooftop terrace, plus free in-room WiFi, air conditioning, in-room safes, electric kettles, luggage storage, free newspapers and daily housekeeping. Conference space includes three meeting rooms and a banquet hall, so the hotel is popular for events and weddings. Airport pick-up is available for an additional charge. The location puts you one minute from City Hall and the Christmas market, four from Victoria Square, five from the Grand Opera House and nine from the Waterfront Hall, with Lanyon Place station eleven minutes away and Botanic station twelve. Belfast George Best City Airport is about fifteen minutes by car, making it a convenient choice for short breaks.
Location and getting around
Donegall Square is the hub of Belfast, and many city tours and coaches begin or end here, including the Giant’s Causeway and Game of Thrones day trips. The Visit Belfast Welcome Centre and Spires Mall are within five minutes. You can walk to St George’s Market, the Cathedral Quarter and the Linen Quarter in around ten to fifteen minutes.
Rooms and facilities
Expect smart, comfortable rooms in a compact property, with a full breakfast available for an additional charge. The rooftop terrace is a pleasant spot for a drink in good weather. The property is smoke-free, and parking is not mentioned among its facilities, so check before arriving by car.
Who it suits
First-time visitors and couples who want to be next to City Hall, and anyone joining an early-morning tour from Donegall Square. It is less suited to families looking for a pool or large grounds, since this is a city-centre hotel with a smaller footprint.
Good to know
The Christmas market sits at the front door, so expect crowds and higher rates in late November and December. The black taxi tour, and the hop-on hop-off bus is close by. Book early for weekends, and compare rates with and without breakfast.
Neighbourhood notes
The streets around Donegall Square are busy by day and quieter late at night, and a short walk takes you to the Linen Quarter’s restaurants, the Cathedral Quarter’s pubs or the shops of Victoria Square. For early tour departures, being a minute from the coach pick-up area is a real advantage, since you avoid a taxi at dawn.
Why stay here
- ✓131 rooms
- ✓Two restaurants
- ✓Two bars
- ✓Rooftop terrace
- ✓Free in-room WiFi
- ✓Air conditioning
- ✓In-room safes
- ✓Luggage storage
Good questions
How close is the DoubleTree Ten Square to City Hall?+
It is about a one-minute walk, at 10 Donegall Square South.
Does the DoubleTree Ten Square have a rooftop terrace?+
Yes, there is a rooftop terrace, plus two restaurants and two bars on site.
How many rooms does the DoubleTree Ten Square have?+
The hotel has 131 rooms, which gives it a smaller, more personal feel than larger chain hotels.
