The 1852 - Self Check-in

3.0 star property

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for The 1852 - Self Check-in

Exterior
Quadruple Room
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar

Explore the area

View in a map
13 Lower Crescent, Belfast, Northern Ireland, BT7 1NR
  • Place, Queen's University of Belfast
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Belfast Botanic Gardens
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Belfast City Hall
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Belfast (BFS-Belfast Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)
  • City view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Quadruple Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Reduced Rate King Room (Directly Above Bar)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Similar properties

About this property

The 1852 - Self Check-in

This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, 2 bars/lounges, and concierge services. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a front-desk safe.
The 1852 - Self Check-in offers 21 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of The 1852 - Self Check-in's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Queen's University of Belfast. Free WiFi in public areas, 2 bars, and a restaurant are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at the restaurant
  • Amenities include a front-desk safe, a terrace, and an ATM
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Belfast City Hall and 6 minutes from Titanic Belfast
There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. The 1852 - Self Check-in also features a terrace, concierge services, and express check-in.

This 3-star Belfast hotel is smoke free.

Town Square - Onsite bar.
Town Square Bar - Onsite bar. Open daily.
Southside Social - Onsite bar. Open daily.
Lucky Duck Chinese - Onsite restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Lucky Duck Chinese
  • Southside Social
  • Town Square
  • Town Square Bar

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1852
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: GBP 200 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property does not have a front desk. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Crescent Townhouse Belfast
Crescent Townhouse Hotel Belfast
Town Square Hotel Belfast
Town Square Belfast
Crescent Townhouse Hotel
Crescent Townhouse
Best Western Crescent Townhouse
The 1852
The 1852 Self Check in
The Crescent Townhouse Hotel
The 1852 - Self Check-in Hotel
The 1852 - Self Check-in Belfast
The 1852 - Self Check-in Hotel Belfast

The 1852 - Self Check-in Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 404 out of 716 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 200 out of 716 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 716 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 716 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 716 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, and facilities. Friendly/helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay! Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well presented and clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room and bathroom were very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Finley

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room above the bar extremely spacious and very good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and check out
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will definitely recommend, could not fault this hotel , location,staff, cleanliness of room ,great value for money!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was a welcome beverage we did not notice until we were leaving but some bottled water in our room to help us settle in. Plenty of amenities nearby and tips to navigate the city.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was great, free beer, tea, coffee, water. Train station right next to hotel. Bar underneath was lovely too
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spacious, well maintained and clean. Staff were friendly and helpful. Great location close to nightlife, restaurants and bars.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Room ok, was on the top floor, radiator was on full when we arrived, which was unbearable. The room is basic, but has what you need. The bed is comfy, shower decent, could do with more coat hangers if I am being picky.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room with tasteful, subdued lighting. I didn’t eat in the bar this time, but I do recommend Town Square for a bite to eat.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were fantastic as usual, didnt like the new grey decor...preferrred it the other way but everyinw has different tastes
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, simple online check in, offered a free beer because of self check-in, conveniently located for university, pubs and Ulster Museum. We were a family of 4 in 2 double beds. Plenty of space for everyone.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness
Handy central location, clean, and very comfortable bed. Free beer was a nice touch.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SANG WOO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything needed is well equipped. Room is very clean, excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel and location..comfy bed and great shower
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cara Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in process was so easy, rooms were perfect everything you would need.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here twice separate over our 2 week trip to Ireland - loved it
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tais

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved it, free beer and cozy room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Free beer a nice touch
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel! So easy to check in and is in the centre of Belfast! Great place and price!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and trendy. Also handy that a nice bar was downstairs too. Room a little cold but all in all, very good value for money
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025