Classic Luxury

The Merchant Hotel

On the edge of Belfast’s trendy Cathedral Quarter, the Merchant Hotel is a unique blend of Victorian grandeur and Art Deco elegance, housed inside the former Ulster Bank headquarters, dating back to 1860.

Highlights

Unique blend of Italianate style and Art Deco heritage
Rooftop gym with sauna, steam room and hot tub with city views
Great base for exploring the Antrim Coast
Superb location on the edge of Belfast’s lively Cathedral Quarter, with its shops, bars and restaurants

Inspired by William Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice, The Merchant Hotel offers accommodation which forms part of the Lake Umuzi Waterfront in Secunda, Mpumalanga. The hotel features rooms and suites, each with a laptop safe, a TV with DStv, a hairdryer, tea/coffee-making facilities, a minibar and air conditioning. Guests are treated to a complimentary buffet breakfast in the morning. Leisure facilities include a swimming pool, a spa and a gym.

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Top tip:

Bert’s Jazz bar offers live jazz music 7 nights a week, the only bar of its kind in Belfast

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Location

Northern Ireland

The Merchant is set on the edge of the city’s Cathedral Quarter, the epicentre of Belfast’s lively nightlife scene with popular bars and restaurants lining the streets. The city centre is approximately 10 minutes’ walk from the hotel, whilst Belfast International Airport is 30 minutes away by car.

Alternative Places to Stay Nearby

The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast

Enjoy contemporary ambience in a classic setting with a stay at the Fitzwilliam Hotel. One of Belfast’s premier hotels, guests enjoy elegant accommodation, friendly and personal service, a central location, popular restaurant and cosy cocktail bar.

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