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. The grandeur of the original Grade A listed building is complemented by an elegant Art Deco inspired wing with a multitude of exciting amenities. Our Belfast Hotel includes a stunning luxury spa, a rooftop gymnasium with panoramic city views, a dedicated meeting and events suite and a fabulous jazz bar.

The architectural grandeur of the hotel’s exterior and the opulence of the interior, demand an excellence of service and warmth of welcome that immediately sets our guests at their ease, with an ambience that embodies luxury and comfort around the clock.

The building, which was purpose built as the Head Quarters of The Ulster Bank, was completed in 1860. It is Italianate in style. Its stunning, classically styled interiors reflect the remarkable heritage of the building. Sculptures around the huge dome inside symbolise Science, Poetry, Sculpture and Music. It is below this dome that diners enjoy the exceptional Great Room Restaurant for daytime and evening à la carte dining, and traditional afternoon teas.

Accommodation at the luxury Merchant Hotel Belfast comprises of 62 rooms, including suites, junior suits, twin rooms, deluxe doubles and disabled access rooms.

All our guest rooms are elegantly and opulently appointed and offer air conditioning, black out curtains, high speed wireless internet access, flat screen televisions, spacious en-suites and every other luxury imaginable.