Marriott has confirmed that its new four-star hotel in Belfast Harbour will be ready to open its doors to the public in early 2018.
The Irish News reports that the hospitality firm hopes that its new £25 million development will benefit from Belfast's growing reputation as a conference site.
With outer construction on the venue now finished, the current focus is on outfitting its 188 bedrooms and 104-seat restaurant.
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Enjoy full access to Hospitality Ireland, our weekly email news digest, all website and app content, and every digital issue.The latter eatery will serve as the first and only restaurant operated by Michelin-star chef Jean-Christophe Novelli in Ireland and will feature a French-infused brasserie menu.