Lord Kelvin Room
Honouring one of Belfast’s greatest scientific minds, the Lord Kelvin Room pays tribute to William Thomson, better known as Lord Kelvin. Born in Belfast in 1824, he became a pioneering physicist and engineer, best known for developing the absolute temperature scale that bears his name.
Located just across the road from The Harrison in the beautiful Botanic Gardens stands a statue of Lord Kelvin, a reminder of the city’s proud scientific heritage. Our room captures the spirit of curiosity and discovery with classic design, rich textures, and thoughtful details—ideal for those who admire intellect, innovation, and timeless style.
This room includes:
Room
Sleeps 2
Eco-Friendly
Toiletries
Four Poster Bed
Bay
Window
Antiqued Radiators
Tea &
Coffee
Unique City
Map
Mahogany Floorboards
Rain
Shower
FreestandingBath
About The Lord Kelvin
William Thomson, 1st Baron Kelvin (1824–1907), was a pioneering physicist and engineer born in Belfast, Ireland. He is best known for developing the absolute temperature scale, now known as the Kelvin scale, which is fundamental to thermodynamics. Thomson made significant contributions to the first and second laws of thermodynamics and coined the term "thermodynamics" in 1848. He also played a crucial role in the successful laying of the first transatlantic telegraph cable, enhancing global communications.
His work extended to inventions like the mirror galvanometer and the Kelvin water dropper, and he held over 70 patents. In recognition of his scientific achievements, he was knighted by Queen Victoria in 1866 and later elevated to the peerage as Lord Kelvin in 1892. Thomson served as the President of the Royal Society from 1890 to 1895 and was interred in Westminster Abbey upon his death, honoring his lasting impact on science.
