The Foundry

Hotels
8.5 (1021 reviews)
10-16 Hill Street , Belfast , gb

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Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Lift / Elevator
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
Wheelchair accessible
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Helpful staff
Comfortable rooms
Good food and beverage options
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Noisy rooms
Staff shortage in bar

Categories

Cleanliness
7.64
Several mentions of cleanliness issues, including dirty sink stopper and grubby communal areas.
Service
9.11
Generally positive comments about staff helpfulness and standard service; however, some issues with bar staffing.
Location
9.15
Great location in the heart of Belfast, close to nightlife and amenities.
Room Quality
8.1
Many rooms described as clean and comfortable but some negative comments regarding size and darkness.
Amenities
8.13
Good amenities mentioned such as complimentary snacks and drinks, but some services like the lift were not functioning.
Value for Money
8.59
Perceived as a good option for location and room quality despite some cleanliness issues.
Food and Beverage
8.64
Positive feedback about food and drinks; enjoyed by guests.
Overall Experience
8.61
Overall stay was enjoyable with minor issues mentioned.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 13:47

Property Description

Centrally Located Luxury: The Foundry is nestled in the heart of Belfast, just steps away from The Waterfront Hall and other major attractions like St. Annes Cathedral and Ulster Museum.

Modern Amenities: Enjoy a comfortable stay in our non-smoking rooms equipped with free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and safety deposit boxes. Relax in our cozy seating areas and pamper yourself in the sleek private bathrooms.

Delicious Dining Options: Indulge in a delectable Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast at our on-site restaurant. Unwind with a drink at the bar after a day of exploring the vibrant city.

Book your stay at The Foundry now for a memorable Belfast experience!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 1021 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.64
Service: 9.11
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 8.1
Amenities: 8.13
Value for Money: 8.59
Food and Beverage: 8.64
Overall Experience: 8.61
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Anna • couple • dk
6
Fine room, no sleep, very noisy
Pros:

Room was clean. Bed comfy. Staff were wonderful.

Cons:

Not sleeping at all! The club was so loud until 1am. They provided ear plugs that didn’t help.

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Erwin • couple • gb
8
Central stay in Belfast
Pros:

Very nice and clean rooms with all amenities. Staff was by far the best part of this hotel. Super helpful, friendly and engaging

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Ceri • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Good location if you want very lively and lots of evening entertainment.

Cons:

The room is very noisy due to the local live music. It all stops at 1am.

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Carolyn • solo_traveller • au
7
Large modern and comfortable rooms in a very lively part of Belfast.
Pros:

Large modern room with excellent facilities. In a lively interesting part of the Cathedral - Quarter - close to everything

Cons:

We had one of the “quiet “ rooms at the back - it overlooked the courtyard and was noisy on the weekend. Didn’t really bother us but don’t go there if you need silence!
A couple of maintenance issues which couldn’t be addressed over the long weekend

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Brendan • couple • ie
10
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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amyharkin • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Andreas • couple • de
10
Best Pub Crawl Hotel
Pros:

Best Hotel for going to the good pubs of Belfast

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Dean • couple • gb
10
A very short break for me, well located, super comfy, helpful staff and a great bar downstairs. Will stay again for sure
Pros:

Excellent location, spacious, clean and tidy rooms, tea and coffee facilities and a couple of packets of taytos👌

Cons:

N/A

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Brady • couple • ie
10
Beside everything. Great venue.
Pros:

Didn’t stay for breakfast.

Cons:

Nothing really.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Mary-Clare • extended_group • gb
8
Nice spacious clean rooms but in a very lively area!
Pros:

Loved the location - very central but came with a downside. Perfect for hen and stag nights or anyone who doesnt want to sleep before 1am.
Warm welcome by the lady when we arrived. Rooms were spacious and clean. Good shower and toiletries. Bottles of water in room - nice touch. Bed was very comfy. Had some snacks downstairs which were tasty.
Big breakfast included.

Cons:

We had read that it was a lively area but didn't quite expect live music a stones throw away until 1am.
Was a hot night so couldn't open the one window because of the noise. No air con.
We had two rooms and both fridges didn't really cool anything.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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sean • couple • gb
8
Great location and staff
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Noise levels at night

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Greg • couple • us
10
Surprising
Pros:

The live music with the guys just playing a guitar and rhythm. Guitar were absolutely stunning performers who had magical voices.

Cons:

The smoking section was right up my window so I had to close my door. But I like smoking outside so. The music was incredibly loud, but also music was incredibly good.

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • ie
10
Pros:

Location was brilliant

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Keith • solo_traveller • gb
1
Horrific. My room was louder then a dance floor in Ibiza
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Noise
Customer service
Attitude of the management not to take any responsibility or care about their customers.

All they care about is making money!

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Montgomery • extended_group • gb
10
Highly recommend
Pros:

The Hotel and facilities were excellent. Food lovely. Entertainment great, you wouldn’t have to leave. Staff excellent and extremely helpful. Special mention to Seaneen.

Cons:

No issues

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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andrew • couple • gb
8
Noisy but nice
Pros:

Central, cobbled street, lovely decor, fresh inside. Nice room and bathroom. Breakfast was excellent as were the staff. They were exceptionally helpful.

Cons:

Ok. Noise is a major factor. Sunday night was hell. I brought loop earplugs and they helped to a point. Monday night slept like a log. Much less noise but as prior reviews warn weekends go on till 1:30am then at 6am dustbin lorries arrive to cart away glass and beer barrells. Not quiet!
There was no coffee after 10pm which links again to prior reviews. Its a bar with rooms not really a hotel. Would i stay again yes to be sure. But not fri-sun

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Ulf • solo_traveller • se
6
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Amie • couple • ie
7
2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • gb
9
Super cool hotel in a super cool city. One of my favourite places ever.
Pros:

We loved our stay at The Foundry. It is such a cool space in a brilliant location amongst loads of really cool bars and restaurants and things to do. It was also very central for walking access to key tourist locations - Titanic Museum / Crumlin Road Gaol etc. Our room was just what we needed; comfy bed, clean and spacious bathroom. Bonus points to the hotel team as well. Everyone we met - the arrival / departure people plus those behind the bar - we really welcoming and accommodating.

Cons:

I would struggle to fault this hotel if it wasn't for the noise from the street and bars across the road. In the hotel's defence, this was clear before we booked, and I was prepared with ear plugs (though they provide some too). I don't see what they could do to minimise it, it's the price you pay for the location, and it wouldn't stop me staying here again.

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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June • couple • ie
3
Not ideal for couples. Great location. Too much drugs.
Pros:

I liked the location. The room was spacious and clean. Good shower. Breakfast was very good.

Cons:

The quality of the evening food was not great for the price. We ordered the chicken wrap. It was basically chicken goujons that were over cooked. The goujons were hard as a rock. Had we of known it was chicken goujons in a wrap we would never had order it. It was that hard that my husband chipped his tooth. I took 2 bites and could not chew it.
We stayed on in the hotel for the night as there was band playing. Impossible to get a drink at the bar, average wait time for a drink was 30 minutes. There was a lot of drugs being sold openly and the bouncers did paid no attention. This made us uncomfortable.

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee