The Merchant Hotel
Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
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"...untold luxury and opulence in Belfast's Cathedral Quarter..."
Situated in the historic Cathedral Quarter of Belfast, The Merchant Hotel is one of the city's finest luxury hotels.
Its five star standing has been rightfully earned, mainly thanks to its building, a Grade 1 listed property that is as impressive from the outside as it is inside.
Originally the headquarters of the Ulster Bank, the opulence of the building's facade is carried over to the interior, from the guestrooms to the amenities.
Those seeking true luxury and opulence when in Belfast should look no further than the Merchant Hotel.
Luxury Hotel Facilities
- Wireless internet access
- Restaurant and Bars
- Meeting and event facilities
- Concierge
- Room service
- Luxury toiletries
- DVD and CD library
- Airport limousine pickup
Room Options
The Merchant Hotel offers 26 guestrooms, including 5 suites.
Each room is elegantly designed offering an unmatched level of luxury and feeling of opulence in the city.
The luxury is not limited to the design, as each room comes complete with a range of five star amenities from beddings to entertainment.
Accommodation at the Merchant Hotel can be tailored to the choices and preference of the guest upon reservation, including room temperature, DVDs, flowers and pillows to name a few.
In room amenities include:
- Wireless internet connection
- Pillow menu
- Air conditioning
- Flat screen television and DVD player
- Marble bathrooms
- Rain shower heads
- Etro toiletries
- Cots, baby baths and monitors on demand
Dining at The Merchant Hotel
- The Cloth Ear - Homemade comfort food with an all day menu, relaxed and convivial atmosphere
- The Bar - A large menu on offer for cocktail lovers and newcomers alike
- The Great Room - International cuisine in a luxurious setting, serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and afternoon tea
- Private dining - Ideal for business meetings and other private occasions
Business Facilities
The Merchant Hotel is the ideal location for meetings and events that require that extra touch of luxury and opulence.
The hotel offers a range of flexible meeting spaces, audio-visual equipment, catering and easy access to the city's airports and business centres.
Things to do in Belfast
Belfast has much to offer the discerning traveller, from great shopping and nightlife to culture and history.
There is also plenty to do on the outskirts of the city, especially a visit to the legendary Giant's Causeway, one of Europe's most intriguing natural artifacts.
The Merchant Hotel's location in the Cathedral quarter means you're within easy distance of some of the city's main attractions and entertainment.
Some of the attractions worth getting out of bed for include:
- Belfast Cathedral
- Belfast Caslte
- Grand Opera House
- St George's Market
- Cave Hill Country Park
- Naughton Gallery
- Botanic Gardens
- Shopping on the 'Diamond Mile'
- Variety Market
- Giant's Causeway
Getting to The Merchant Hotel
Belfast City Airport is 10 minutes away by car, while Belfast International is 30 minutes away by car.
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Contacts

For Hotel Bookings and Reservations:
Mon-Fri 09:30 to 17:30 GMT
+44 (0) 20 7380 3658
or
UK: 0800 032 4254
US: 1888 222 8859
International: +1 972 894 1182
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Customer Service Enquiries:
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Meeting and Incentive Enquires:
Boris Vrnoga
Meetings and Incentives Sales Manager
T: +44 (0) 20 7380 8588
E: bvrnoga@ghorg.com

The Merchant Hotel
35-39 Waring St., Cathedral Quarter
Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom