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About the Hotel

16 Skipper Street, Belfast, United Kingdom, BT1 2DY
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Close to the city center
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Luxurious Accommodations

The Merchant Hotel offers 63 distinct bedrooms, ranging from Victorian Splendour to Art Deco Decadence. Each room showcases original Victorian features and bespoke antique furniture. Suites are named after renowned local writers and poets, providing a unique hospitality experience.

Culinary Excellence

Guests can dine at three acclaimed restaurants including The Great Room, Berts Jazz Bar, and The Cloth Ear. The Great Room Restaurant is noted for Ireland's largest chandelier and offers a three-course fine dining experience. Berts Jazz Bar features live jazz music and a selection of French bistro-style dishes.

Wellness Experience

The Spa at The Merchant Hotel presents a serene environment in the city center, featuring five treatment rooms, a hydrotherapy area, and a relaxation room. Treatments include science-backed options like HydraFacial and hormone balancing therapies from VOYA. A rooftop gym equipped with thermal facilities adds to the wellness offerings.

Event Spaces

The hotel accommodates various events with its Meetings and Events floor showcasing art deco decor. Spaces range from intimate dining venues to grand banqueting rooms and a unique rooftop garden. Modern technology is integrated with 50 inch plasma screens and a personal pager system to assist event organizers.

Central Location

Situated in Belfast's Cathedral Quarter, The Merchant Hotel allows easy access to key attractions like Titanic Belfast and St George's Market. The rich cultural landscape presents many artistic and dining experiences nearby. The hotel's position makes it a prime base for exploring Belfast.

Highlights

Dining: 3 acclaimed restaurants

Wellness: The Spa at The Merchant Hotel

Event Spaces: Meetings and Events floor

Location: Cathedral Quarter access

Must-do experiences

  • Savor a traditional Ulster fry at Mccracken's for breakfast.
  • Stroll through the vibrant St. George's Market on weekends.
  • Visit the Titanic Belfast for an immersive maritime experience.
  • Enjoy evening jazz at the Belfast Music Club, a local favorite.
  • Explore the murals in the Falls Road area for a taste of history.
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Select your room type

The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Deluxe Double Room
2 persons
27 m² 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Suite
2 persons
42 m² 
Coffee machine
Heating
Deluxe Double or Twin Room
2 persons
27 m² 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Bathtub

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
Belfast600 m
Airports
George Best Belfast City (BHD) 5.0 km
Belfast International (BFS) 30.1 km
Train
Lanyon Place Station900 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services

Spa & Leisure

  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Jacuzzi
  • Massage

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Dining Onsite

The Merchant Hotel offers a delightful array of dining experiences, featuring locally inspired cuisine in a charming setting. From the elegant Great Room Restaurant to relaxing lounges, guests can indulge in fine meals and leisurely afternoon teas, perfect for creating lasting memories.
The Merchant Hotel Belfast Restaurant photo
The Merchant Hotel Belfast Restaurant photo
The Merchant Hotel Belfast Restaurant photo

The Great Room Restaurant

Local cuisine with fine à la carte options
Ambiance
Traditional and romantic setting, enveloped in historic charm
Key Offerings
Signature dishes highlight local flavors, and delightful afternoon teas are served in a sophisticated atmosphere.
Reservation
Reservations are recommended.
Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and high tea; hours vary.

Location

16 Skipper Street, Belfast, United Kingdom, BT1 2DY
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16 Skipper Street, Belfast, United Kingdom, BT1 2DY
Nearby
Market
St George's Market
590 m
Donegall Quay
The Big Fish
390 m
17 Queens Square
Albert Memorial Clock Tower
420 m
Museum
Royal Ulster Rifles Museum
90 m
Church
Belfast Cathedral
360 m
Museum
W5
510 m
Shopping Area
Victoria Square Shopping Centre
360 m
49 Malone Road 1st Floor
Ulster Historical Foundation
270 m
Library
Belfast Central Library
480 m
BelfastNorthern Ireland
Cathedral Quarter
150 m
Church
Sinclair Seamens Presbyterian Church
390 m
Europa Buscentre Gt. Victoria Street
Monument to the Unknown Woman Worker
90 m
Church
St George's Church
90 m
1 Arthur Square
Spirit of Belfast
260 m
Bridge
Lagan Weir and Lookout
310 m
Square
Thanksgiving Square
320 m
Arcade 24 Belfast City Skin Works 75 North Street Cathedral Quarter
Celtic and World Tattoo Museum
300 m
Gallery
Golden Thread Gallery
370 m
Restaurants
The Cloth Ear
40 m
33 Waring Street
Pizza Punks Belfast
50 m
20-22 Waring Street
The Cocktail Bar at The Merchant Hotel
60 m
16 Skipper Street The Merchant Hotel
The Spaniard
20 m
3 Skipper Street
2 Taps
80 m
Cotton Court 42 Waring Street
21 Social
40 m
1 Hill Street Cotton Court
The Dirty Onion
110 m
Hill Street
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Check-in
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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room