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Old Rectory is an excellent choice for travellers visiting Belfast, offering a romantic environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay.
Close to some of Belfast's most popular landmarks, such as Kingspan Stadium (2.1 mi) and Grand Opera House (2.1 mi), Old Rectory is a great destination for tourists.
Free wifi is offered to guests, and rooms at Old Rectory offer a flat screen TV.
Guests of Old Rectory are also welcome to enjoy free breakfast, located on site. For travellers arriving by car, free parking is available.
If you’re looking for a steakhouse, consider a visit to Stix and Stones, Solo Restaurant + Bar, or Brooklyn SQ, which are all conveniently located a short distance from Old Rectory.
There is no shortage of things to do in the area: explore popular art museums such as Ulster Museum, The Naughton Gallery, and Red Barn Gallery RBG.
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My purpose of visiting Belfast was to attend the Ulster Independent Clinic which is but a ten minute walk away from The Old Rectory. Set back from the busy Malone Road it provides easy access to the bus route into the City Centre. There is plenty of off road parking space. The Proprietor, Gerry Rosato, is most welcoming and will provide you with comfortable accommodation with good ensuite facilities. Breakfast is a very personal thing, cooked especially for you. Word of warning. If you opt for the Ulster breakfast, consider how hungry you are and discuss your needs with Gerry. I had the Little Ulster and struggled to finish, it was huge. I enjoyed my two night stay. Thank you, Gerry
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Date of stay: July 2021
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The bedroom was really comfortable, with fluffy towels and tea making facilities that included a teapot and fresh milk. The room was spacious with windows overlooking the garden. The breakfasts were the best I have had anywhere. A great selection of items, cooked to order, to suit all tastes, freshly squeezed orange juice and home made breads. Great location, on a direct bus route to the city centre, in a quiet and leafy suburb. Walking distance to the Lisburn Road with a range of restaurants. Excellent value for money.
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Date of stay: September 2021
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I stayed at Old Rectory, Belfast on 3rd June. This is not my first visit, it never fails to impress, the house is full of character, it is so homely and pretty and I feel pampered when I stay. The attention to detail is excellent. There is everything you could possibly require, in the bedrooms/bathrooms: magazines, tea & coffee making facilities, TV, radio clock alarm etc. Gerry and Mary provide a warm welcome and are eager to make your visit pleasant. They have updated their premises, in keeping with up to date, Covid regulations, it feels very safe. The dining room is characterful withTartan detail and linen table cloths and pats of butter, with R for Rectory on them, lovely background music and other nice finishing touches. The breakfasts are amazing, Gerry makes his own selection of homemade breads and the wide choice of breakfasts is impressive, something for everyone. The residence is less than five minutes in a taxi or a fifteen to twenty minute walk from a number of good restaurants, bars and shops. I would definitely recommend Old Rectory, Belfast. It is good value for money and is home from home with a bit of luxury thrown in .
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Date of stay: June 2021Trip type: Travelled solo
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We stayed at the Old Rectory at the start and end of a two week first-time trip to the island of Ireland. The place is beautifully kept and furnished with just the right combination of comfort, thoughtfulness, historical accuracy and informality. The hosts Gerry and Mary are extremely obliging and generous in their hospitality, offering for example a hot toddy to enjoy in front of the fire when we returned home one cold November night. They find a perfect balance in interacting with guests, providing advice, information and just having a chat without being intrusive in any way. The breakfasts of course are outstanding, generous and prepared and presented in a way that reflects Gerry's expert background in fine hospitality.
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Date of stay: December 2021
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Room Tip:Â We stayed in two rooms and both were great.
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The building retains most of its historical character, with high ceilings and large rooms. Our ground floor room was very spacious, with plenty of furniture and storage space. Very clean. The owners were friendly and helpful. We liked having a teapot and fresh milk in the bedroom for tea making. The choice for cooked breakfast was extensive, and there were plenty of choices for vegan and vegetarians. The quality of the breakfasts, including the homemade breads, yoghurts, muesli, jams etc was superb. Would definitely stay again.
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Date of stay: May 2022
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My stay here could not have been more perfect. The host, Gerry is a total gem! Brilliant historic structure. Loved the sitting room and fireplace. Over the top and unbelievably delicious made-to-order breakfast every morning. The place was incredibly cozy, and spotlessly clean. So warm and hospitable. Gerry helped me plan out my adventures, and gave me lots of tips, ideas, and helpful hints along the way.
Beautiful, upscale neighborhood. Very walkable to nearby shoppes and eateries. The local bus going into the city center is just across the street and the bus coming back drops you off right at the driveway! So convenient! Much more affordable and immersive than taking a taxi.
Booked a large room with a fantastic bathroom and large, lovely bathtub! The bed was so comfortable, I slept like a baby. Gorgeous views out my windows. An Old Rectory epitomizes my vision of Irish charm.
Anyone going to Belfast or the surrounding areas should book a room here! Loved every minute of my stay! Thank you for making my stay in Northern Ireland such a special one, Gerry!
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Date of stay: February 2022Trip type: Travelled solo
Room Tip:Â Book directly with Gerry / on the website.
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Fabulous stay at 'An Old Rectory'. We were able to leave our bags there thus maximising our time exploring the city. We were very fortunate in that we were on a road with fantastic bus links into the city where we visited The Titanic Experience and caught the Hop on bus to the sights.
We had a really comfortable sleep in a pleasant room which was quiet and peaceful. The breakfast was the highlight of the stay! There was such a range to choose from and Gerry catered for the fussiest of eaters. Nothing was too much trouble! We will definitely be back again!
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip:Â Take cash as no card facilities.
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We stayed at the old rectory last weekend. We were made to feel very welcome. It’s a beautiful house. As the weather was beautiful and warm the windows had been opened and blinds pulled down to keep the room cool. There was also a fan available. Very thoughtful. The breakfast was amazing with home made yoghurt and breads. The small Ulster fry was huge! Hopefully we will get a chance to stay again.
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Date of stay: July 2021
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Room Tip:Â Off street parking
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My sister and I were visiting for my mum’s birthday having not seen each other for over two years and our stay at The Old Rectory made that, already special occasion, - exceptional! Our twin room was charming and very comfortable and the hospitality second to none. Relaxed breakfasts in the beautiful dining room overlooking the garden set us up for the day. Gerry’s art of stunning and substantial vegan /vegetarian breakfasts including refreshing fresh fruit salad, poached plums, a cooked breakfast with avocado and Gerry’s own spicy baked beans along with homemade bread saw us head off to the nearby wonderfully scenic Barnett’s Demense and walk (and talk!) 10 miles before lunch! Couldn’t recommend more highly and look forward to returning soon – makes visiting Belfast a very special and memorable experience.
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Date of stay: March 2022
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Lovely former Rectory with off street parking in a smart residential area of Belfast on Malone Rd, about 15 minutes by car from city centre, beautifully decorated with superb and unusual breakfasts. Always a warm welcome .Rooms are beautifully decorated and maintained to a very high standard.I always regard staying there as a special treat when visiting Northern Ireland.
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Date of stay: March 2020Trip type: Travelled solo
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Belfast, United Kingdom18 contributions10 helpful votes
HI R Bruce, Yes as Mike H mentioned we don't normally have weather like this in Belfast, not since the 70s anyway! So no air-con, but we do have some fans for the rooms on the upper floors.
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Belfast, United Kingdom18 contributions10 helpful votes
Hi there, Yes we have three rooms on the first floor and one on the ground. If you send us an enquiry through our website I can respond to you ASAP.
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Belfast, United Kingdom18 contributions10 helpful votes
Hi there Anne,
You can take the 8A, 8B, 8C buses from directly opposite the guesthouse into the city centre, where you can alight at the Europa bus station. They run about every 15/ 20 mins and the journey takes about 10/15 mins depending on traffic. A day bus ticket costs £3.40 (A single £2.00) and will take you on all the buses in the city, you can pay in cash on the bus and they will provide change.
To continue on to the Titanic exhibition, you can alight right in the city centre (last stop, by City Hall) and then take the 26, 26B, 26C to the Titanic Quarter (they run every 12 mins at peak times, every 25 mins off peak), this journey takes about 10 mins. When returning to the Old Rectory, our stop is Myrtlefield Park, there is an electronic sign at the front of the bus which will display the stops.
We look forward to welcoming you here at the Old Rectory soon! Travel safely.
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United KingdomNorthern IrelandBelfastStranmillis
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5
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