Harbour View Belfast♡

Would not recommend.

4.0

Location was good

− Squeaky doors would wake anyone. Nothing in the fridge, not even milk for tea/coffee, actually I don't think there was coffee either, was disgusted at no milk when paying so much. I had left a power bank and charger behind and messaged a few times asking if any chance it could be posted to me (had no issue paying for the postage), and no response whatsoever. Would not recommend this property. .

Functional, bit impersonal, feels a bit like a probation house rather than a family home

7.0

Good transportation in walking distance. Victoria Park close for park run

− Beds & sofas very uncomfortable. Place needs to be redecorated. Sensor lights in hallway & landings are too sensitive and too bright especially at night. Bigger table in dining room would have been good - no table to sit 5. Few homely touches would have been nice.

Filthy, Freezing and Deeply Disappointing Stay

1.0

“Nothing at all – the property was freezing, filthy and completely unwelcoming.

− Unfortunately, our one-night stay at Harbor View Belfast was one of the most disappointing accommodation experiences we have ever had. We arrived in the evening with our 6-year-old child, tired from traveling and simply wishing for a warm shower, a quiet game, and a good night’s sleep. Instead, we were greeted by a cold, dirty, and poorly maintained house. Cleanliness: The very first impression was dreadful. The kitchen bin was full and smelled, the dishwasher contained dirty dishes, the toilet seat had hair on it, and the glass table in the living room was filthy. Overall, the property gave off a strong sense of neglect, with peeling walls, damp stains, and a general lack of hygiene. Heating: To make matters worse, the heating was restricted to just two hours a day, which is absolutely unacceptable in a cold house with poor insulation, especially when hosting families with children. The owner’s instructions to “press the boost button” for 30–120 minutes at a time felt more like a survival guide than proper heating for paying guests. We spent our only evening freezing, which is simply inexcusable. Atmosphere and communication: The house rules came across less as guidance and more as thinly veiled threats. Being warned about a £250 fine for noise after 11pm made it obvious that the property is often used for parties. This is hardly reassuring for a family seeking comfort, peace, and respect. Value for money: It was painfully obvious that the owner had done a superficial, rushed “check” of the property before our arrival, yet had no issue charging a full rental fee for a place that was far below even basic hospitality standards. In conclusion, even though we only stayed one night, it was enough to see that Harbor View Belfast was cold, dirty, and unwelcoming. The neglect of cleanliness, the inadequate heating, and the unfriendly tone of the communication combined into an experience that no guest should ever have to go through.