Belfast’s Queens Quarter Dining Delights with Tara Lodge

We’ve finally hit holiday time, despite what the weather is telling us! This August there is plenty to do in Belfast with numerous music festivals taking place including Belsonic, Tennent’s Vital  and Feile an Phobail. At Tara Lodge, the best boutique hotel in Belfast, we have put together the perfect package with the Queens Quarter’s finest offerings. This super trendy area of Belfast is a treasure trove of bohemian shops, cafes, theatres, restaurants, bars, galleries, the Ulster Museum and the magnificent buildings of Queens University - the perfect area to spend a couple of days.

Relax with a luxurious two night stay in one of our stylish 4 star hotel rooms at the award winning Tara lodge and get your glad rags on for a gastronomic delight at the famous Deanes at Queens (£50.00 voucher).  Your night does not end there, head for a cultural feast at the stunning Lyric Theatre to enjoy the current show. There’s no need to rush home, mingle in the Lyric’s wine bar whilst soaking up the views of Belfast’s beautiful River Lagan. The perfect end to a perfect night…

This special hotel deal celebrates the best that the Queens Quarter has to offer with 2 night stay in a Deluxe Double or Twin Room. You will receive a voucher for £50.00 towards lunch or dinner at Deanes at Queens (see sample menu). Two tickets to see either Dancing at Lughnasa or The Night Alive at the superb Lyric Theatre will await you in your room along with our exclusive Tara Lodge Chocolates & Welcome Card.

On both mornings enjoy breakfast room service with the items of your choice delivered to your hotel room at your preferred time. Also included in this great package is our high speed Wi-Fi and access to our secure off-street car park.

From £116.00 per person sharing from 26 August 2015 mid-week only. Offer is subject to availability. Package fully pre-paid at time of booking, payment is non-refundable. Please note there are no shows on at the Lyric Theatre on a Monday. Evening performances 7.45pm.

Contact our reception team on 028 9059 0900 or by email to info@taralodge.com to book this great offer. Go direct and book the best hotel deal online at www.taralodge.com with rates from just £79.00 for an Annex Double room with a full, freshly cooked breakfast, high speed WiFi and access to our secure car park. We look forward to hosting you at Tara Lodge this summer in Belfast.

Every Hotel Needs a 'Ricky'

When you hear the name ‘Ricky’ an illustrious few spring to mind; Ricky Gervais, Ricky Whittle, the hip swivelling Ricky Martin, not forgetting the torment of every Ricky the length & breadth of the country...Bianca’s long suffering ‘Rickaaay’ from EastEnders (yes you’ve done it too!).  Following a stay at Tara Lodge hotel in Belfast, guests leave with the memory of another face to add to this quintessential list…

The Ricky we speak of is famous in his own right, not for being a successful sportsman, talented singer or a celebrated comedian (he would argue this). Our Ricky stands out reservedly just for being him, an invaluable member of the Tara Lodge team for the past 13 years.  He has steadily built up a fiercely loyal fan base over the years who on arrival, generally cut straight to the chase with ‘Is Ricky still here’? We are always delighted to confirm that he is.  His friendly face is one they are warmly greeted by time and time again.  Throughout his long standing service Ricky has witnessed Tara Lodge transform from an unassuming 19 room Guest House into what it is today, an exquisite 34 bedroom City Centre Boutique Hotel, voted Tripadvisors number #1 Hotel in Belfast since 2007.

Ricky brings his own naturally entertaining personality to work each day. This adds a little sparkle to every guests stay.  If you’ve ever been lucky enough to be served by him at breakfast, you will know what we mean!   He is naturally gifted with an enviable memory which unlike most of us has not diminished with time. Derren Brown has yet to meet his Northern Irish match.  At the drop of a hat he effortlessly recalls names, room preferences & even breakfast orders for guests who may not have stayed with us for many years, including in some instances, how they like their eggs cooked!

Hailing originally from ‘Pordydown’ as he puts it, Belfast has been his home now for over 30 years. What he doesn't know about Belfast, its history & attractions honestly isn't worth knowing. Above all, Ricky knows how to look after our guests, genuinely, professionally and with a lot of character.  David and Angela Giglotti were compelled to write the following personal e-mail after their recent stay at Tara Lodge…

'I rarely take the time to send out a special thanks to the service we experienced. However while staying at your hotel your rooms and staff were amazing, especially Ricky, his attention to detail made us feel like I was at the Ritz five star hotel. He loves his job and it is evident right away. Wish every hotel had a Ricky!!!'

We may be biased in agreeing wholeheartedly with David & Angela but thankfully every hotel doesn’t have a Ricky, just us!

You too can experience the same amazing service first hand, from all our team.  Simply click on the following link to check out our hotel rooms & current range of fantastic packages! www.taralodge.com