When was the Europa Hotel built?
July 1971
Europa Hotel, Belfast/Opened
How many times has the Europa Hotel in Belfast bombed?
The pioneering hotelier invested £8 million and reopened the hotel in 1994. And while it is known as the world’s most bombed hotel, having been targeted 33 times between 1970 and 1994, the Europa is part of the peace story of NI and has transformed into an iconic symbol of Belfast’s survival.
Why was the Europa Hotel bombed so many times?
The Europa was a target for the IRA because of its high visibility as a landmark building, symbolising investment in the city. And the fact that the press corps were based there, guaranteed maximum publicity for any attack. “The windows were blown out on a weekly basis,” remembers McAnerney.
What was the most bombed hotel in Belfast?
The Europa Hotel is a four-star hotel in Great Victoria Street, Belfast, Northern Ireland. It is known as the “most bombed hotel in Europe” and the “most bombed hotel in the world” after having suffered 36 bomb attacks during the Troubles.
When was the Europa last bombed?
1993
“The government at the time and the tourist board, they really wanted an international brand to come to the city – it had no Hilton, no Holiday Inn – but once the final bomb came in 1993, anybody from outside of Northern Ireland toddled on and the only person left was my dad.”
How old is the Europa Hotel Belfast?
50c. 1971
Europa Hotel, Belfast/Age
How many rooms does the Europa Hotel have?
272 bedrooms
SLEEP SOUNDLY IN THE HEART OF BELFAST CITY AT EUROPA HOTEL With 272 bedrooms including 1 Presidential Suite, 5 Junior Suites and 92 Executive bedrooms you can be sure to find a room that suits your needs at the Europa Hotel Belfast.
How tall is the Europa Hotel Belfast?
51 m
Europa Hotel, Belfast/Height
Does Europa have a pool?
Guests can relax in the sauna, 15m swimming pool, and gym and sample indulgent treatments in the elegant salon (advance booking advisable).
Does the Europa have a pool?
What is the tallest building in Northern Ireland?
the Obel Tower
The current tallest habitable building on the island of Ireland is the Obel Tower in Belfast, Northern Ireland at 85 metres (279 ft)….Northern Ireland.
| Name | Obel Tower |
|---|---|
| Type | Residential |
| Year completed | 2010 |
| Floors (above ground) | 28 |
| Height | 85 m (279 ft) |
Does the Europa have a spa?
Although the Europa itself does not have spa facilities, its guests may make use of the spa at its sister property, Culloden Estate & Spa, which can be reached in about 15 minutes by taxi.
When did the Europa Hotel in Belfast close?
The Europa Hotel became part of the Hastings Hotels group on 3 August 1993, whereupon it was announced that it would close for the first time in its 22-year history to allow for major refurbishment.
When was the Forum Hotel Belfast blown up?
They renamed the hotel the Forum Hotel Belfast in February 1983. When the hotel was sold to The Emerald Group in October 1986, it regained its original name. The hotel was blown up by the Provisional IRA in 1993 and damaged so badly that it sold for only £4.4M.
When was the Europa Hotel hit by the IRA?
Between 1970 and 1994, the hotel was hit by no fewer than 33 IRA bomb attacks. Paying attention to the dates – one of these attacks occurred before the hotel even opened to the public. During the Troubles, the hotel acted as a sort of home base for foreign journalists.
When did the Europa Hotel in London close?
The Europa Hotel became part of the Hastings Hotels group on 3 August 1993, whereupon it was announced that it would close for the first time in its 22-year history to allow for major refurbishment. Following an £8m investment, the hotel reopened in February 1994.
