Unparalleled Elegance, Unforgettable Indulgence.

Belfast is a compact, walkable city full of history, heritage, culture and exciting events, as well as great shopping and fabulous local food and drink. Over one

billion pounds has been invested in the last decade and the city has come alive as a vibrant, exciting, meetings, events and incentive destination.

Belfast is a UK capital city, which in many ways is still an undiscovered gem.

The Merchant Hotel is Belfast’s only AA 5 Red Star Hotel situated in the heart of the city centre’s historic Cathedral Quarter. It is a harmonious blend of Victorian grandeur and Art Deco inspired sleek modernity with a multitude

of exciting amenities, unrivalled service and attention to detail.

“Get here early and enjoy it before the rest of the world arrives”

– LONELY PLANET

Welcome

ACCOMMODATION

The Merchant Hotel offers 62 highly appointed, elegant bedrooms and suites in 2 different room styles – Victorian Splendour and Deco Decadence. All bedrooms feature generous en suite bathrooms with marble walls, elegant bathroom furnishings and bespoke toiletries.

Victorian Bedroom

Victorian Bathroom The Larkin Suite

VICTORIAN SPLENDOUR

The hotel’s 21 Victorian bedrooms and 5 suites are designed to reflect the Victorian heritage of the original building, which was completed in 1860 as the headquarters of the Ulster Bank. Velvet throws, silk curtains, silk voiles, antique and bespoke furnishings and original works of art all complement these gracious rooms.

DECO DECADENCE

36 Art Deco inspired bedrooms reflect the very best of this era, with its sleek and elegant style.Specially commissioned works of photographic art, bespoke furnishings and classic deco design pieces (such as Eileen Gray’s Bib Chair) are featured in all of our Deco Decadence rooms.

Twin Art Deco Deluxe Room Art Deco Bathroom

DINING AND DRINKING

From fine dining to hearty pub grub; from award winning cocktails to craft beers, we source the best local produce for all our restaurants and bars.

Afternoon Tea

Ulster Bank Main Banking Hall Circa 1860 The Great Room Restaurant

THE GREAT ROOM RESTAURANT

The Great Room Restaurant is situated in the heart of The Merchant Hotel; an AA Rosette awarded restaurant and an architectural gem with a myriad of original features (including our stunning glass cupola and extravagant plasterwork), The Great Room is home to our fine dining restaurant. Renowned for its iconic afternoon tea, guests can also enjoy a full Irish breakfast, lunch and dinner in this sumptuous space which is also available for private hire.

The multi-award winning Cocktail Bar at The Merchant Hotel boasts a cocktail list of biblical proportions which ensures that the diverse tastes of all cocktail connoisseurs will be met! We also offer a simple yet elegant all-day menu featuring such classic dishes as the club sandwich and a delicious Caesar salad.

No visit to Belfast would be complete without visiting a good pub! Fortunately, guests and visitors need look no further than The Cloth Ear, our welcoming and cosy pub, the perfect place to relax.

The Art Deco styled Berts Bar is Belfast’s only dedicated Jazz bar and restaurant. Enjoy live jazz 7 nights a week, a wonderful bistro style menu and an extensive drinks list.

Featuring decadent black velvet sofas and chairs, as well as a stunning antique fireplace, The Veuve Clicquot Lounge is the perfect location for an intimate private event.

The Cocktail Bar The Cloth Ear Berts Jazz BarThe Veuve Clicquot Champagne Lounge

HEALTH AND WELLBEING

THE SPA AT THE MERCHANT The Spa at The Merchant Hotel has 5 treatment rooms, a thermal area (with hydrotherapy pool), relaxation area and in-spa dining. It has been thoughtfully designed to create an environment to restore your physical well-being and emotional harmony.

THE GYM AT THE MERCHANT In the rooftop gym our state of the art facilities are complemented by a sleek Art Deco design and a fabulous thermal area which includes a rock sauna, steam room and an eight person rooftop hot tub with a view over the Titanic Quarter.

Hydrotherapy Pool

The Gym Treatment Room

Rooftop Hot Tub

MEETINGS AND EVENTS

Our elegant Meetings and Events space offers state-of-the-art facilities and natural daylight in every room. Our professional event co-ordinators and a dedicated host on the day of your event will ensure everything runs smoothly.

We have a versatile portfolio of spaces for both intimate and large scale events. Our 16 person boardroom is ideal for smaller meetings or private dining; our Rita Duffy room is perfect for conferences or dinners for up to 200 guests.

Break Out Area and BarRita Duffy Room

Rita Duffy - Banquet Style

Alan Quigley Room

Jonathan Aiken Room

THE ROOF GARDEN We also have a beautifully landscaped Roof Garden which we decorate seasonally with a striking and inventive theme. Our Roof Garden is unique to the city and is available all year for private events, catering for up to 70 guests.

MEETINGS AND EVENTS

Garden Party - SummerAlpine Lodge - Winter

Rita Duffy Room 1

Rita Duffy Room

Event Space 1st Floor.

Rita Duffy Room 2

Rita Duffy Room 3

Break Out Area

WC

Bar

WC

WC

The Jonathan Aiken Room

The Brian Ballard Room

The Alan Quigley Room

Main Reception

Lift

Colour TherapyOxygen SystemPowerpointPlasma ScreenData ProjectorFridgesBalconyDisplay ScreensPowerpoint

Roof Garden - 70 - - - - - - - 105 3m

Private Dining Room - - - 18 - - - 10 8 30 3m

Veuve Clicquot Lounge - 40 - - - - - - - 75 3m

The Great Room - 200 - - - - - 133*** - 237 varies

* 180 with back projection ** 80 with back projection ***mixture of table configurations

CAPACITIES AND FLOOR PLAN

GETTING HERE

Getting to the city couldn’t be easier as Belfast is only two connections away from anywhere in the world.

We have 2 airports and several sea crossings from Scotland, England and Wales. You can now fly direct to Belfast from over 20 European countries. Dublin Airport is 90 minutes away with excellent rail and road access to Belfast.

Step out of the hotel and you step into the historic Cathedral Quarter. This is home to a bustling culture and arts scene, cosy pubs with live ‘trad’ music, underground music venues and a host of contemporary restaurants to suit all tastes.

Belfast has become a foodie destination, what better way to get to know a city? These tours make the most of the wonderful local produce we have on offer.

THE CATHEDRAL QUARTER WALKING FOOD TOUR

THE HEART OF BELFAST

“You’re never short of things to do in Northern Ireland’s vibrant captial Belfast - the city is packed to the nines with lively bars, fabulous restaurants, great shops to explore and not to mention its astounding historical and cultural features.

In the city centre at the heart of the city’s buzzy Cathedral Quarter lies this gloriously OTT hotel. Set in an 1860s bank, the entire building is embellished with elaborate gildings, Baccarat chandeliers, carved fireplaces, French antiques and exudes a well-judged balance of old school luxury and a hip, young vibe.”

Condé Nast Traveller Magazine

Take a famous Belfast Black Taxi Tour on a journey through our historical past. You can follow the example of Bill Clinton and the Dalai Lama and write your own message on the Peace wall.

No visit to any city would be complete without a little retail therapy and Belfast is no different. Victoria Square is Belfast’s number one shopping destination with fantastic shops and eateries split over four levels and topped by an iconic dome with panoramic views across the city.

Titanic Belfast is the world’s largest Titanic visitor experience and Europe’s Number 1 tourist attraction; a must see when in Belfast. Located in the Titanic Quarter next to the last remaining White Star Line vessel, The SS Nomadic, which has been restored to her original glory, is back home in the historic Hamilton Dock.

BLACK TAXI TOUR VICTORIA SQUARE TITANIC BELFAST

BEYOND THE CITY

The world-famous basalt columns of the Giant’s Causeway continue to draw huge crowds. It’s the 2nd largest visitor attraction in Northern Ireland and the country’s only UNESCO World Heritage Site, which was recently named as the UKs Best Heritage Attraction.

Northern Ireland is a golfer’s paradise with an abundance of parkland and links golf courses. It’s home to 2 World Class Golf Courses and will be hosting ‘The Open’ in Royal Portrush in 2019.

The Giant’s Causeway World Class Golf

Bushmills Distillery

Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge

HOME OF THRONES

The majority of HBO’s largest TV show Game of Thrones is filmed in stunningly beautiful locations in Northern Ireland.

You can step into some familiar territory and marvel at the spectacular locations from the hit TV show – discover the Dark Hedges

(Kings Road), Balintoy Harbour (Iron Islands), Dunluce Castle (House of Greyjoy), or even have an archery experience at Castle Ward (Winterfell). Or why not get into costume at a medieval banquet or meet the Direwolf Dogs – all within 40 minutes drive from Belfast.

Dunluce Castle - House of Greyjoy The Dark Hedges - Kings Road

Day One Group’s arrival at The Merchant Hotel and luggage taken to guests rooms.

Welcome drinks served in the Champagne Lounge.

A DAY IN BELFAST

A Black Taxi Tour takes you around the areas of North and West Belfast to see the murals and write your own message on the peace wall. Have your lunch in The Cloth Ear, (our cosy pub) and enjoy your first pint of Guinness. Enjoy a visit to Titanic Belfast, Europe’s Best Tourist Attraction. This interactive museum includes a Shipyard Ride, an immersive journey through the social classes and rooms on board and high definition footage of the wreckage.

Enjoy some free time to discover the vibrant, cobble stoned, Cathedral Quarter, which is right on your doorstep.

Day Two Take a leisurely walk or more adventurous jog along the Lagan Tow Path taking in the Big Fish, newly extended Waterfront Hall and the Beacon of Hope – back to the hotel to enjoy a full Irish breakfast in the sumptuous surrounding of The Great Room Restaurant.

VISIT THE SCENIC NORTH COAST

Enjoy a full day tour of the North Coast and Giant’s Causeway.Travel along the Causeway Coastal Road, (named as one of the top 10 coastal roads in the World) via Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge and onto Bushmills Distillery for a private tour before visiting the famous basalt columns at the Giant’s Causeway.

Dinner at Hillsborough Castle, The Royal family’s residence in Northern Ireland.

Pre-dinner drinks and a tour of the Queens Drawing Room before a ‘regal’ dinner in the Throne Room.

Day Three A visit to the gymnasium on the 6th floor of the hotel with magnificent city views followed by the healthy option on the breakfast menu.

GAME OF THRONE’S DAY

Private Tour of Mount Stewart Gardens, named as one of The Top 10 Gardens in the World by National Geographic followed by a guided tour of the house. A short ferry crossing takes you to an area of outstanding natural beauty and onto Castleward which has 20 different Game of Throne film locations within it’s grounds, including Winterfell’s Castle. Dress up in character costume and enjoy a medieval lunch, followed by archery and the thrill of firing live arrows at White Walkers! On your return to the hotel, take time out to relax and unwind in our tranquil Spa at The Merchant Hotel.

Your farewell dinner this evening is an 8 course Titanic Tasting Menu served in the iconic setting of The Great Room Restaurant. The menu takes its inspiration from the dishes served on the famous White Star Line Ship.

THREE DAY ITINERARY

Morning Afternoon Evening

Travel Awards 2016 WINNER - Best UK City

“The smallest city to host the awards but it threw the biggest

party!” - MTV

The world’s leading tourist attraction.

“Belfast hosted the friendliest games.”

“Top 10 European Cities on the Rise.”

“1 of 15 places to visit this decade.”

“Belfast and the Causeway Coast rated best region in the world to visit in 2018”

- Lonely Planet

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