Mystery, Glamour & a Dash of Murder: Stay in Our Angela Lansbury Room
For decades, she solved crimes with a raised eyebrow, a knowing smile, and a trusty typewriter. But long before Angela Lansbury became a global icon as Jessica Fletcher in Murder, She Wrote, her story was rooted right here in Belfast.
That’s right—the Queen of Cozy Crime has a very local connection. Her mother, Moyna Macgill, was born and raised just around the corner from The Harrison on Eglantine Avenue, making Lansbury’s Belfast ties more than just a curious footnote—they’re a family affair.
From Eglantine Avenue to Emmy Awards
Moyna Macgill was a glamorous stage actress in her own right, gracing both the London and New York stages. She passed her theatrical talent and charm on to her daughter, who would go on to become one of the most beloved figures in film and television.
Angela Lansbury’s career was dazzlingly diverse—from her Oscar-nominated roles in Gaslight and The Manchurian Candidate to her unforgettable voice as Mrs. Potts in Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. But it was as crime writer Jessica Fletcher in Murder, She Wrote that she truly stole the world's heart (and caught the killer every time).
A Touch of Magic: Bedknobs, Broomsticks & Brass Beds
Of course, no tribute to Angela Lansbury would be complete without a nod to her role as Miss Eglantine Price in Bedknobs and Broomsticks. That whimsical wartime classic captured imaginations everywhere—and inspired one of the room’s most enchanting features: a gleaming brass bed, just like the magical one that whisks the children off on adventures.
It’s a wink to Angela’s magical screen presence and a nostalgic nod for those who grew up dreaming of flying bedposts and talking suits of armour.
At The Harrison Chambers of Distinction, we’ve created a room inspired by Angela’s elegance, wit, and a touch of mystery.
Expect vintage glamour with modern flair: rich jewel tones, classic Hollywood prints, a writing desk worthy of Jessica Fletcher herself, and that beautiful brass bed that brings a little movie magic to life. This room is your personal stage set.
Why Stay in the Angela Lansbury Room?
A Hidden Hollywood Connection – You're sleeping just steps from where Angela Lansbury’s Belfast roots begin.
Old-Hollywood Meets Boutique Comfort – Glamorous, comfortable, and full of storytelling charm—just like Angela.
Perfect for Writers, Dreamers & Detectives – With a typewriter-inspired desk and crime novels on the bedside table, inspiration is never far away.
Brass Bed Magic – A subtle tribute to Bedknobs and Broomsticks—because who says grown-ups can’t still believe in a little magic?
Come stay in a room where elegance meets intrigue—and where every stay feels like the start of a great story.
