Planning permission granted for multi-million pound Belfast hotel

Bedford Hotel set to welcome first guests in October 2025.

Belfast City Council has granted planning permission for the new multi-million-pound boutique Bedford Hotel, one year after the application was submitted by Derry/Londonderry based property developer, Martin Property Group.

Construction is currently underway on a sympathetic redevelopment of the landmark listed building on Bedford Street which when completed will offer 102 bedrooms, alongside a destination restaurant and café bar in the city centre location.

Scheduled to open in October this year, the Bedford Hotel will contribute to the regeneration of the city’s tourism and hospitality sector, enhancing visitors’ experiences in Belfast, while creating 85 jobs across a wide range of roles.

Commenting on the decision Paul Martin, Managing Director, Martin Property Group said, “We are delighted to have secured planning permission for this exciting new boutique hotel in the heart of Belfast city centre, which marks a major milestone in our vision to transform this iconic building into a vibrant hospitality destination.

“This project represents a significant investment in the city, not only preserving an important part of Belfast’s history and architectural heritage but also contributing to the ongoing regeneration of the tourism and hospitality sector,” he added.

“The Bedford Hotel will deliver a luxury experience for visitors while securing a significant number of jobs, both during the construction phase and in long-term hospitality roles. We look forward to welcoming guests when the doors open later this year and to seeing the positive impact this development will have on the city and the wider Belfast economy for many years to come.”