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The Merchant Hotel vs Malmaison Belfast

Both hotels are rated highly by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Merchant Hotel is preferred by most professionals compared to Malmaison. Merchant Hotel is ranked #1 in Belfast with positive reviews from 8 sources like Michelin Guide, Gayot and The Telegraph.

The Merchant Hotel
The Merchant Hotel
9 / 10
16 Skipper Street, Belfast BT1 2DY, Northern Ireland
From $599 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Regarded by some as Ireland's most spectacular... since opening in 2006 has led the way in style and sophistication." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"The Merchant one-ups Belfast’s other chic hotels with its private-club vibe, the best beds in town, 24-hour room service, and a Rolls-Royce Phantom for airport transfers." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Situated in the center of the city's Cathedral Quarter, this hotel mixes historic charm with elegant Art Deco-inspired décor."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Menu: £17 (weekday dinner) - £55 - Carte: £23-£40"
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"Located in the heart of Belfast, The Merchant is grand and stylish, combining Victorian elegance with a modern Jazz Age vibe." Full review
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Malmaison Belfast
Malmaison Belfast
8 / 10
34 - 38 Victoria St, Belfast BT1 3GH, Northern Ireland
From $80 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Fodor's Fodor's
""A hotel that dares to be different," trumpets the promotional blurb for Malmaison, and the place certainly lives up to the claim." Full review
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Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"The Mal’s 64 rooms—housed in two stone Victorian-era seed warehouses—are spacious and comfortable, with all the niceties you’ll ever need." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
6.0
"Converted from an 1867 seed warehouse in 1998, this boutique hotel has stayed both funky and popular since then, close to the city’s major attractions, with friendly staff and a buzzing bar." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"A gorgeous four-story building, with weathered stone walls and tall arched windows...Bedrooms are large, very quiet, and comfortable, with neutral colors, low lighting, huge beds, and modern bathrooms" Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The Malmaison is a luxurious haven of king-size beds, deep leather sofas and roll-top baths big enough for two." Full review