Camera Guesthouse, Belfast

Camera Guesthouse - A family-run guesthouse with historical ties in the leafy suburbs of Belfast

Frequented by BBC camera crews during the Troubles in the 1970s and 1980s, Camera Guesthouse retains historical charm with its hall lined with vintage film equipment. The 3-star property offers bed and breakfast accommodation featuring air-conditioned rooms, each equipped with a flat-screen TV, electric kettle, and private entrances. Triple, twin, double, and family rooms (around 20 m² in size) include tile/marble or carpeted floors, with select rooms offering views. Guests can start the day with a traditional Irish or continental breakfast before exploring nearby attractions such as Queen's University of Belfast (a few minutes away) and Titanic Belfast (4 km away). The guesthouse's lounge features original wooden floors and high ceilings, providing a relaxed space with free WiFi. Shops and restaurants on Lisburn Road are a 1-minute walk away, while George Best Belfast City Airport is a 10-minute drive. Camera Guesthouse can arrange local tours, including visits to Titanic's historic shipyards.

Pros

The historical hall displays original film cameras and equipment from BBC crews.

Breakfast includes traditional Irish and continental options.

Rooms feature air conditioning, private entrances, and flat-screen TVs.

Located minutes from Queen's University of Belfast and a 25-minute walk from the city centre.

Cons

Free public parking is only available at a nearby location, not on-site.

Some guests may find the 25-minute walk to Belfast's city centre inconvenient.