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Old Rectory vs The Merchant Hotel

Old Rectory and Merchant Hotel are both rated very highly by experts. On balance, Merchant Hotel is the choice of most professionals compared to Old Rectory. Merchant Hotel scores 95 with praise from 8 publications like Oyster, Frommer's and The Telegraph.

Old Rectory
Old Rectory
7 / 10
148 Malone Rd., Belfast BT9 5LH, Northern Ireland
From $0 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Free Parking
  • Breakfast included
  • Flatscreen TV
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Mary and Jerry Callan's well-appointed south Belfast house was built in 1896 as a Church of Ireland rectory." Full review
Insight Guides Insight Guides
"Charming former rectory, this guesthouse serves a particularly fine breakfast. ."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A lovely Victorian villa with lots of original stained glass, this former rectory has five spacious bedrooms." Full review
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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