Name: The Merchant Hotel
Address: 16 Skipper Street, Belfast, BT1 2DZ, United Kingdom, 16 Skipper Street, Antrim County, BT1 2DZ, UK
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at £199 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.3

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Hotel The Merchant Hotel

16 Skipper Street, Belfast, BT1 2DZ, United Kingdom –

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*8.8* St. George's Market: only 6 minutes away! (500 yards on foot)

*8.8* Victoria Square Shopping Centre: only 4 minutes away! (300 yards on foot)

*8.4* Customs House Belfast: only 3 minutes away! (200 yards on foot)

*8.1* St. Annes Cathedral Belfast: only 5 minutes away! (400 yards on foot)

*7.9* Albert Memorial Clock: only 4 minutes away! (300 yards on foot)

*7.8* Big Fish: only 4 minutes away! (300 yards on foot)

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The Merchant is an AMAZING hotel! The location is perfect - located in the heart of the Cathedral Quarter - it offered plenty of restaurants, pubs and nearby shopping. Berts Jazz Bar is an absolute GEM of a place - the service is great and the music + old school vibe is a throwback to the days when Jazz Clubs ruled the scene! I will be back!

Karla

United Kingdom

There was a lovely atmosphere, and the breakfast was really nice.

Danielle

United Kingdom

Breakfast menu was extensive and excellent quality, with everything served at the table. Waiters were attentive and helpful. Gym was well-equipped with variety of weight and fitness machines.

Ian

France

Our room= wonderful Bed=. Wonderful Dinner.=. Wonderful Breakfast.= Wonderful Staff.=. Wonderful.

Colette

Ireland

Food that would be worthy of a Michelin Star! The location is perfect for exploring Belfast. Very central and easy to find bars, restaurants and attractions.

James

Ireland

The room was spacious and bed very comfortable. Lovely big shower.

Ossie

United Kingdom

Location was superb - but the hotel we sublime. Great value for money and incredible facilities, fantastic service, breakfast in the Great Room was beautiful and delicious - tasting dinner was a delight and rooftop Hot-tub, fully fitted gym and also a downstairs Jazz Bar made this an unforgettable experience.

James

United Kingdom

The service was first class! Location could not have been better. Breakfast was fantastic. Was a bit concerned about the noise for the street when we checked in, but the staff came in and closed and extra set of blinds which we did not see at the time, this along with the extra thick curtains was more than enough to cancel out any noise for the street.

Martin

United Kingdom

Very central.Location was excellent.Food was exceptional.

John

United Kingdom

Staff very attentive and welcoming. The waiting staff in the bar although very busy still had time to chat and very knowledgeable about the drinks and able to advise.

Dean

United Kingdom

9.6

Excellent location!
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What guests loved the most:
“The Merchant is an AMAZING hotel! The location is perfect - located in the heart of the Cathedral Quarter - it offered plenty of restaurants, pubs and nearby shopping.”

Karla United Kingdom
“There was a lovely atmosphere, and the breakfast was really nice.”

Danielle United Kingdom
“Breakfast menu was extensive and excellent quality, with everything served at the table. Waiters were attentive and helpful. Gym was well-equipped with variety of weight and fitness machines.”

Ian France
“Our room= wonderful Bed=. Wonderful Dinner.=. Wonderful Breakfast.= Wonderful Staff.=. Wonderful.”

Colette Ireland
“Food that would be worthy of a Michelin Star! The location is perfect for exploring Belfast. Very central and easy to find bars, restaurants and attractions.”

James Ireland
“The room was spacious and bed very comfortable. Lovely big shower.”

Ossie United Kingdom
“Location was superb - but the hotel we sublime. Great value for money and incredible facilities, fantastic service, breakfast in the Great Room was beautiful and delicious - tasting dinner was a...”

James United Kingdom
“The service was first class! Location could not have been better. Breakfast was fantastic.”

Martin United Kingdom
“Very central.Location was excellent.Food was exceptional.”

John United Kingdom
“Staff very attentive and welcoming. The waiting staff in the bar although very busy still had time to chat and very knowledgeable about the drinks and able to advise.”

Dean United Kingdom

Stay in the heart of Belfast –

The 5 AA Red Star Merchant Hotel is in the Cathedral Quarter of Belfast's city centre. 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.

This property also has one of the best-rated locations in Belfast! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Good for couples - they rate the facilities 9.4 for two-person stays.

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Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

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An inside look at The Merchant Hotel

The AA 5 Red Star Merchant Hotel in Belfast is situated in the heart of Belfast city centre’s historic Cathedral Quarter. Amenities include: a stunning luxury spa, a fine dining restaurant, a dedicated meeting and events suite and a fabulous jazz bar.

Hotel surroundings

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Closest landmarks *

Customs House Belfast
0.1 miles
Big Fish
0.2 miles
Victoria Square Shopping Centre
0.2 miles
Albert Memorial Clock
0.2 miles
St. Annes Cathedral Belfast
0.2 miles
Ulster University, Belfast Campus
0.3 miles
Belfast Central Library
0.3 miles
St. George's Market
0.3 miles
The Linen Hall Library
0.3 miles
Belfast City Hall
0.3 miles

Natural beauty *

Strangford Lough Lake
25 miles

Closest airports *

George Best Belfast City Airport
2.4 miles
Belfast International Airport
12.4 miles
City of Derry Airport
58 miles

Shopping nearby – all within 500m! *

Victoria Square Shopping Centre Shopping centre
Popular brands like: Apple, H&M
CastleCourt Shopping Centre Shopping centre

What travellers love about this location

“Excellent central location. Beautiful historic old building with many original features. The room was well equipped, spacious and the bed was very comfortable T...”

Ets13

United Kingdom

9.5

“Location was very central to everywhere”

Tashab86

United Kingdom

9.1

“Amazing hotel, brilliant location.”

Ajhalls1

United Kingdom

9.5

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1 restaurant on site

The Great Room Restaurant

Cuisine: Local

Open for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, High tea

Menu: À la carte

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Check-in

15:00 - 00:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

01:00 - 12:00

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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

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Children of any age are welcome.

Children aged 16 years and above are considered adults at this property.

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There is no capacity for cots at this property.

There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The Merchant Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Please note, any requests made in the Special Requests box at the time of booking are subject to availability.

Please inform The Merchant Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

“The Merchant is an AMAZING hotel! The location is perfect - located in the heart of the Cathedral Quarter - it offered plenty of restaurants, pubs and nearby shopping. Berts Jazz Bar is an absolute GEM of a place - the service is great and the music + old school vibe is a throwback to the days when Jazz Clubs ruled the scene! I will be back!”

“Breakfast menu was extensive and excellent quality, with everything served at the table. Waiters were attentive and helpful. Gym was well-equipped with variety of weight and fitness machines.”

“Location was superb - but the hotel we sublime. Great value for money and incredible facilities, fantastic service, breakfast in the Great Room was beautiful and delicious - tasting dinner was a delight and rooftop Hot-tub, fully fitted gym and also a downstairs Jazz Bar made this an unforgettable experience.”

“The service was first class! Location could not have been better. Breakfast was fantastic. Was a bit concerned about the noise for the street when we checked in, but the staff came in and closed and extra set of blinds which we did not see at the time, this along with the extra thick curtains was more than enough to cancel out any noise for the street.”

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Reviewed: 20 August 2019

Jerry
Ireland
7.5

Good
- • Business trip
- • Group of friends
- • Deluxe Double / Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Not naturally friendly A little OTT

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: 15 August 2019

Karla
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
10

“Luxury hotel with GREAT food and live music around every corner!”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Deluxe Double / Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The Merchant is an AMAZING hotel! The location is perfect - located in the heart of the Cathedral Quarter - it offered plenty of restaurants, pubs and nearby shopping. Berts Jazz Bar is an absolute GEM of a place - the service is great and the music + old school vibe is a throwback to the days when Jazz Clubs ruled the scene! I will be back!

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: 15 August 2019

Danielle
United Kingdom
9.2

“It is a beautiful hotel, but the noise outside our room was an issue.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Deluxe Double / Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The National, a very loud bar, was outside our bedroom window. Only able to get to sleep because the hotel provided earplugs. Also, we had requested two beds in the room, but there was only one, and we had to share.
There was a lovely atmosphere, and the breakfast was really nice.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: 1 August 2019

Anonymous
Australia
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double / Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Amazing breakfast room. Hotel rooms very large and well appointed. Fabulous hotel.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: 31 July 2019

Ian
France

1 helpful vote
9.2

“Victorian-style rooms in the old building have the character appeal.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Deluxe Double / Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Breakfast menu was extensive and excellent quality, with everything served at the table. Waiters were attentive and helpful. Gym was well-equipped with variety of weight and fitness machines.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: 25 July 2019

Colette
Ireland

2 helpful votes
10

“Wonderful”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double / Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing.
Our room= wonderful Bed=. Wonderful Dinner.=. Wonderful Breakfast.= Wonderful Staff.=. Wonderful.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: 25 July 2019

Darren
Germany

1 helpful vote
10

“Fantastic”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double / Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Breakfast was amazing!

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: 24 July 2019

James
Ireland
10

“Lovely hotel. Will stay here again and recommend to anyone I know travelling to Belfast.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double / Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Could have included free parking.
Food that would be worthy of a Michelin Star! The location is perfect for exploring Belfast. Very central and easy to find bars, restaurants and attractions.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: 24 July 2019

Anonymous
USA
10

“Very restful!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double / Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
I personally did not like the art in the bathroom and on the walls in 328. A bit spooky to have that lady watching everywhere in the hotel room- especially creepy in the bathroom.
Very comfortable bed, wonderful shower, friendly and helpful staff, good room service supper

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: 22 July 2019

Anonymous
Canada
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double / Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Everything

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: 20 July 2019

Debbi
USA
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double / Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Hard to find
Beautiful 5 star hotel in the center of Belfast. Wonderful service

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: 12 July 2019

James
United Kingdom
10

“Short enjoyable visit”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Deluxe Double / Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Show was great and the staff

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: 7 July 2019

Ossie
United Kingdom

3 helpful votes
9.2

“Comfortable luxury”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double / Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Was disappointed there was no Gideon Bible in the room.
The room was spacious and bed very comfortable. Lovely big shower.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: 3 July 2019

James
United Kingdom
9.6

“A very memorable, musical, culinary delight in a prime location”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double / Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
To be extra picky - some aspects of the Victorian room we stayed could use a small amount of attention - but this really is just trying to find faults ! It did not take anything away from our stay.
Location was superb - but the hotel we sublime. Great value for money and incredible facilities, fantastic service, breakfast in the Great Room was beautiful and delicious - tasting dinner was a delight and rooftop Hot-tub, fully fitted gym and also a downstairs Jazz Bar made this an unforgettable experience.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: 28 June 2019

Martin
United Kingdom
9.6

“I’ll be back...”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double / Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The service was first class! Location could not have been better. Breakfast was fantastic. Was a bit concerned about the noise for the street when we checked in, but the staff came in and closed and extra set of blinds which we did not see at the time, this along with the extra thick curtains was more than enough to cancel out any noise for the street.

Stayed in June 2019

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Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom With velvet throws, silk curtains and both antique and bespoke furnishings, this luxurious room also has original artwork and an en suite bathroom with a rain shower, heated anti-steam mirror and marble walls. There is a choice of 2 queen-size beds or 1 king-size bed. Deluxe rooms can be configured with 2 queen-size beds or 1 king-size bed. Bed preference can be stated in the Special Requests box at the time of booking, subject to availability. Room facilities: • Safety Deposit Box • Telephone • Air conditioning • Radio • Ironing Facilities • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private bathroom • Heating • Bath or Shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Tile/Marble floor • Wake-up service • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet Parking: No parking available. Please select everything you’d like to know more about (Your response helps provide better information for travellers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the selected options? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve, so you can book more easily next time. Close We're sorry, but there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in date Check-out date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Suite 1 large double bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Spacious rooms featuring marble bathrooms with rain showers and free standing roll top baths. Two feature an antique fireplace and another has a Victorian mahogany four-poster bed. Room facilities: • Safety Deposit Box • Telephone • Air conditioning • Radio • Ironing Facilities • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private bathroom • Bath or Shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Tile/Marble floor • Wake-up service • Wardrobe or closet Parking: No parking available. Please select everything you’d like to know more about (Your response helps provide better information for travellers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the selected options? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve, so you can book more easily next time. Close We're sorry, but there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in date Check-out date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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