The Merchant Hotel
Ratings
Awards
Irish Craft Cocktail Awards Best Cocktail Bar in Ulster, 2017 The World Travel Awards, Northern Ireland's Leading Hotel, 2017 GNI Award Best Same Sex Wedding Venue, 2017 DANI Awards Best Campaign in Travel, Hospitality and Leisure for Decade of Decadence Marketing Campaign, 2017 Irish Restaurant Awards, Best Hotel Restaurant in Antrim (The Great Room Restaurant), 2017 GNI Award Best Same Sex Wedding Venue, 2016 AA Five Red Star Rating, 2015 Belfast Business Awards Best Hotel, 2015 Janus Awards Front Office Manager of the Year, Sharmaine Dickson 2014 AA Spirits Award for Service of Spirits and Cocktails, 2014 Fodor’s 100 – One of only 11 hotels worldwide in Fodor’s enduring classics category (alongside The Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok and The Savoy, London), 2014 AA Hotel of the Year Northern Ireland, 2013 Grub Club Best Restaurant (The Great Room Restaurant), 2013 Janus Awards Restaurant Chef of the Year (Johnny Leake, The Great Room Restaurant), 2012 Northern Ireland Tourism Awards Best Hotel Accommodation, 2012 International Hotel Awards Best UK Hotel, 2012 UK Hotel Awards Best UK Hotel, 2011 Fate Awards NI, Best Hotel, 2011 Belfast Business Awards Best Bar (The Cloth Ear), 2011 Tales of the Cocktail Spirit Awards World’s Best Cocktail Bar 2010 Fate Awards NI, Best Cocktail Bar, 2010 Belfast Business Awards Best Restaurant (The Great Room Restaurant), 2010 Tales of the Cocktail Spirit Awards World's Best Hotel Bar 2009 Tales of the Cocktail Spirit Awards World's Best Drink Selection 2009 Tales of the Cocktail Spirit Awards World's Best Cocktail List 2009 Imbibe Magazine Best Boutique UK Hotel Bar, 2009 NI Tourism Awards Hotel of the Year, 2008 RICS Award for Excellence in the Built Environment (Major Conservation & Restoration Category), 2008 Hospitality Ireland Awards Best Boutique Hotel, 2007 Belfast Business Awards Best City Hotel, 2007
Amenities
Room features and guest services
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (urban)
Facilities
- Extended stay
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Business services
- AV capabilities
- Business center
- VIP services
AV capabilities
- AV equipment
- High speed internet
Recreational activities
- Health club
- Spa or salon
Venue accessibility
- Airport shuttle
- Bus
- Taxi
- Train
Equipment
- Loading dock
Distance from airport
2 mi. from venue
Parking
- Paid parking£15.00 / day
- Valet parking£39.00 / day
The Merchant Hotel Meeting Space
Guest Rooms
Local Attractions
The Ulster Museum
The Grand Opera House
More
The Merchant Hotel is the only AA 5 Red Star hotel in Northern Ireland and is situated in the heart of Belfast city’s historic Cathedral Quarter within walking distance to the main shops, bars, restaurants and visitor experiences. Formerly the HQ of the Ulster Bank, this part Grade A listed property was sensitively restored to its original splendour and is now a harmonious blend of Victorian grandeur and Art Deco inspired sleek modernity, it is quite unlike anything currently available in Belfast with a multitude of exciting amenities. It is our commitment to service, attention to detail by highly trained staff, quality of food and extensive wine list along with the luxury surroundings of the hotel with the various amenities that make us different to anything else. With 63 highly appointed and elegant Deluxe bedrooms and suites in 2 different room styles. The Victorian Splendour rooms are designed to reflect the Victorian heritage of the original building dating back to 1860, while the Art Deco inspired rooms reflect the very best of this era with sleek and elegant style. There are a variety of drinking and dining options. The Great Room Restaurant, located in the original banking hall is the jewel in the crown of the hotel, it is home to our fine dining 2AA Rosette restaurant and where guests enjoy breakfast. Berts Bar is Belfast’s only dedicated jazz bar with a French bistro style menu. The Cloth Ear is our comfortable, cosy pub, and our multi-award-winning cocktail bar boasts a cocktail list of biblical proportions. Due to its prime location, The Merchant Hotel is a short distance from a host of visitor attractions including Victoria Square, Ulster Museum, Belfast City Hall, Titanic Belfast, Waterfront Hall, and SSE Arena. ‘The Merchant means Business’ The Merchant Hotel offers an excellent selection of elegant and superbly equipped rooms to provide the perfect space for your meeting or event. The Meetings and Events space includes: • Dedicated events reception • 6 meeting rooms and 1 versatile events space with breakout area and bar. • Elegant Deco styling and original works of art from local artists. Features and Benefits: At The Merchant Hotel we offer hosts, delegates, clients and guests a unique array of features across all of our meetings and events rooms. As an event organiser, you benefit from the optimum experience in terms of comfort and enjoyment for your guests or delegates, whether for business or pleasure. • Professional event coordinator and dedicated host • Complimentary Wi-Fi and Bluetooth technology • Built-in audio-visual equipment • Personal pager system for the event organiser ensuring a quick response from our operations team • Advanced colour psychology lighting system • Natural daylight • Fully adjustable air conditioning and heating • Information display screens outside event rooms • Essential stationery items toolbox