BELFAST’S Merchant Hotel is embarking on a £750,000 investment of some of its most iconic spaces, heralding a new era for the landmark five-star hotel.
The evolution of its Great Room restaurant and cocktail bar will include a significant refurbishment that will accentuate and celebrate the original features of the grade A-listed building, whilst luxurious, elegant new furnishings will refresh the interiors and elevate the famous Merchant welcome.
The Great Room will be reimagined to create a standalone restaurant identity to match the excellence and innovation of its food and beverage offering, befitting of its two AA rosettes.
A dramatic centrepiece directly under the chandelier will highlight the grandeur of the vaulted dome ceiling, whilst sophisticated lighting will create a warm ambience and draw greater attention to the ornate Victorian features.
The cocktail bar will also undergo a major refurbishment, with plush furnishings and a sleek titanium granite bar top and tables among the new features.
To coincide with the launch next month, a new edition of The Merchant’s world-famous cocktail book will also be unveiled, with the introduction of an enviable collection of classic and innovative new drinks.
Bill Wolsey, managing director at owners Beannchor, said: “When The Merchant opened in 2006 it was unlike anything ever seen in Belfast. We’re proud of this legacy and the achievements of our team over the last 14 years, but we cannot stand still.
“This important refurbishment is a reflection of our commitment to continuing to exceed the expectations of our guests, in line with the changing demands of our clientele.”
