The Merchant Hotel | Hotel in Belfast

| 9.2 (454 Reviews) |  3 Bathrooms  7 Guests
Cathedral Quarter Hotel | The Merchant Hotel

Hotel in Cathedral Quarter, Belfast

The 5 AA Red Star Merchant Hotel is in the Cathedral Quarter of Belfast's city center. It offers luxurious air-conditioned rooms, free Wi-Fi, a spa, and a rooftop gymnasium and hot tub. The Merchant is the winner of the Best UK Hotel 2011 award in the International Hotel Awards. All of the elegantly appointed rooms are decorated with original artwork. They each have black-out blinds, a flat-screen TV, and spacious en suite marble bathrooms. The Merchant is a Grade I Listed building dating back to 1860. Its Great Room Restaurant has a huge domed ceiling and offers a fine à la carte menu and traditional afternoon teas. There is a selection of bars, including the Veuve clicquot champagne lounge. Berts Jazz Bar serves food and has live music 7 nights a week. The Spa has 5 treatment rooms and a hydrotherapy area. There is also a sauna and a steam room located on the rooftop.

The Merchant Hotel is located in Belfast.

This 43 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Bar, Entertainment, Laundry, and several others. This is a 5 star rated property and has over 454 reviews with the average score of 9.2 . Coming to Belfast and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 43 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this StayAndPlay.com place in Belfast. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This The Merchant Hotel in Belfast is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “The Merchant Hotel”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hotel, please let us know.

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Unique Amenities

  • Air Conditioner
  • Other
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Accessibility
  • Transportation/Shuttle
  • Security/Safety
  • Business Services
  • Wellness Facilities
  • Spa
  • Fireplace/Heating
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Guest Services
  • Entertainment
  • Breakfast
  • Child Friendly
  • Hot Tub
  • Internet
  • Laundry
 
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Policies

Check-in The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy Free cancellation
Payment Policy Credit card required
Pet Policy Pets are not allowed
Other Policy Please note, any requests made in the special requests box at the time of booking are subject to availability, with our self catering apartments they are subject to a £100 security deposit at check in, which is refunded on departure, please note that when booking 3 rooms or more for the same date of arrival an automatic 5 day cancelation deadline will applyplease inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
 
16 Skipper Street, Belfast, BT1 2DZ, United Kingdom

What Our Guests say 500 + Reviews

Sep 6, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Malcolm Malcolm, Australia
Sep 2, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Hotel went above and beyond for my sister and their husband on their wedding night
Negative: Beautiful rooms and staff
Summary: Exceptional
Carly Carly, United Kingdom
Aug 29, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Huge room with lots of history and character and a very unique historical setting
Negative: Bed mattress was ill fitting for the bed
Summary: A great location and an amazing dining experience
JohnCunno JohnCunno, Australia
Aug 28, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Karen Karen, United Kingdom
Aug 27, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Louise Louise, United Kingdom
Sep 29, 2024 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Fabulous dining and dining room
Summary: Fabulous hotel
MARIE MARIE, United Kingdom
Sep 26, 2024 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
taylor taylor, United Kingdom
Sep 2, 2024 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Colin Colin, Switzerland
Aug 31, 2024 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: First the food was wonderful. We ate breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the Merchant. The room was huge and comfortable. Staff were super nice.
Summary: My wifes favorite hotel!
John John, USA
Aug 29, 2024 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
Christine Christine, United Kingdom

FAQ's

Is this The Merchant Hotel pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at The Merchant Hotel?

Check-in time for The Merchant Hotel starts counting from 3:00 PM and check-out is until 12:00 PM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the The Merchant Hotel have a swimming pool?

No, this The Merchant Hotel does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in The Merchant Hotel?

Best-rates for the The Merchant Hotel starts from $685 per night with includes Air Conditioner, Other, Accessibility, Restaurant, Internet, Wheelchair Accessible, Business Services, Guest Services, Hot Tub, Transportation/Shuttle, Bar, Entertainment, Laundry, Security/Safety, Wellness Facilities, Spa, Fireplace/Heating, Breakfast, Child Friendly StayAndPlay offers fully equipped golf villas, golf hotels, golf resorts, luxury golf cabins, and exclusive golf retreats, making it easier than ever to find your perfect golf escape — ideal for families, peaceful getaways, or pet-friendly retreats with the whole crew.

Is The Merchant Hotel a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 5 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the The Merchant Hotel wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the The Merchant Hotel is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the The Merchant Hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the The Merchant Hotel indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for The Merchant Hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the The Merchant Hotel are as follows: Free cancellation Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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