Luxury Belfast

Based in the heart of Belfast’s fashionable Cathedral Quarter with its graceful architecture, intimate charm and artistic leanings, the 5 star Merchant Hotel is a perfect venue from where to start to explore what Lonely Planet describe as a ‘must-see’ city.

Just a short walk from The Merchant Hotel is the unique experience of W5. With 160 amazing interactive exhibits spread over four exhibition areas, W5 guarantees an exciting few hours for all visitors.
The Ulster Museum is one of the best places to begin unravelling the history of Belfast. Along with collections of Irish art and antiquities, is the story of the rise of Belfast city from the earliest stone age residents through to the Industrial
Revolution and right up to the present day. The incredible treasures salvaged from the Armada Galleon Girona are on permanent display, alongside a fine natural history collection.
Visit the University Quarter centred around the historic Queen’s University and enjoy the cultural delights of the city; stop off at Botanic Gardens with its Palm House masterpiece, or follow the Titanic Trail and discover the real history behind the world’s most famous ship. A visit to the White Star’s last remaining vessel, the SS Nomadic, originally used to ferry passengers to Titanic, is surely a must for any Titanic aficionado. In the east of the city, Parliament Buildings also known as Stormont, is the home of the Northern Ireland Assembly. Designed in the Greek classical style and fronted in Portland stone, it was opened by Edward, Prince of Wales on the 16th November 1932.
Landmark buildings such as the bohemian Crown Liquor Saloon provide a traditional Belfast welcome. Or why not discover the brewers’ art with a tour of Hilden Brewery, Ireland’s oldest independent brewery.
If the bright lights and culture of city life are preferred, they can be found at the superb Belfast Waterfront, or the gloriously restored Grand Opera House where behind-the-scenes tours and VIP packages are available. At the Odyssey Arena a private box is the perfect place to enjoy chilled champagne and a performance from internationally renowned performers. After a show why not end your evening with cocktails overlooking the city, before retiring to your luxurious suite. Experience Belfast and you’ll not easily forget the buzz, warmth and the craic.