The Merchant House is a boutique hotel located in the heart of Manama. It is well-regarded for its unique charm, personalized service, and meticulously designed interiors, offering a distinctive experience to its guests. Drawing from a range of user reviews, here’s a snapshot summarizing the good and the bad of staying at this hotel.
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45 out of 100
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The Merchant House
9.0
(1,166 ratings)
Manama, Bahrain -
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Nearby Bab Al Bahrain
210 m Manama Souq
840 m Bahrain Financial Harbour
Hotel Overview
Hotel highlights
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- Location: Centrally located, offering easy access to local attractions, shopping, and dining options.
- Staff: Extremely friendly and attentive service, often going above and beyond to accommodate guests’ needs.
- Design: Unique and artistic interior design that blends traditional elements with modern luxury.
- Amenities: High-end amenities, including a rooftop garden and pool, enhance the overall stay.
- Dining: Quality on-site dining options with exceptional food.
Area for improvement
- Price: On the higher side, making it less accessible for budget-conscious travelers.
- Noise Levels: Some guests have mentioned noise issues, either from the street or within the hotel.
- Room Size: Certain rooms are reported to be on the smaller side, which might not appeal to everyone.
- Parking: Limited or inconvenient parking options for those traveling with a vehicle.
- Wi-Fi Connectivity: Some guests have experienced problems with Wi-Fi connectivity or speed.
Amenities
Kitchen
Microwave
Extra beds/cribs
Living/Dining area
Breakfast available
Pool
Spa
Parking included
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9.0RateScore
Total 1,166 Reviews
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1,117 Reviews
9.0 / 10
expedia
49 Reviews
9.4 / 10
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Cleanliness was mentioned 42 times
5% Negative90% Positive
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Andrea Maria1 year ago
5/5
I had a lovely stay at the merchant house. Stayed there for 2 weeks and my partner for 1 month. The whole staff, from the reception, to the cleaning crew and especially to the guys from the Indigo restaurant were just so lovely! Thank you for making our stay so amazing. You guys did all an AMAZING job! We had a super upgrade for our room due to the long stay and probably the best room we could get. Thanks a lot for that! They did everything to make our stay as comfortable as possible. And again a big thank you to the wonderful staff in the Indigo restaurant. The were all so heartwarming and welcoming - felt like family :) They always knew what I am getting in the morning and already prepared the drinks and food. The hotel is very stylish with all the art inside. We loved the rooftop restaurant and bar. Gym is small but was okay for us. The room was amazing - huge and the bed very comfy! Hope to see you soon again and deffo coming back to stay there.
Hashem Al Marzouqi1 year ago
5/5
The best boutique hotel among all boutique hotels I have stayed previously worldwide. The suite is very spacious, super clean, comfortable. No detail has been missed. Location is perfect next to Bab Al Bahrain
Hotel Quality
The quality chart is based on how hotel ratings changed over time.
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General Info
Total number of rooms 46
Number of floors 11
Year Built 2019
WiFi Quality
Download, Mbps
Upload, Mbps
Ping, ms
Idle
9Download
59Upload
36Wifi Speed Is Good For
web browsing
HD online movies
group video calls
online streaming
4K online movies
online gaming
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Daytime safety
90 out of 100
Very Safe
Nighttime safety
79 out of 100
Safe
Manama safety index
20
Overall Crime index
Minimal
An average rating of the crime categories
20 out of 100
Property crime severity
Minimal
20
Mugging or robbery 10/100
Car theft 12/100
Car break-ins 19/100
Home break-ins 14/100
Violent crime severity
Minimal
12
Physical attacks 16/100
Racism or religion motivated attacks 21/100
Other crime severity
Minimal
15
Insult or harassment in public 19/100
Corruption or bribery 41/100
Drug problem 21/100
Prices Around Property
Average Daily Costs Per Person
Bottle of water 1.5L
$0.3 - $2
Coffee
$3.7 - $7.4
Beer 0.5L
$1.2 - $3.7
Meal, inexpensive restaurant
$2.4 - $12.2
Public transport, one-way ticket
$0.7 - $1.2
Taxi 1km (normal tariff)
$3.7 - $8.6
Meal for 2 people, mid-range restaurant, three-course
$29.4 - $73.4
Bottle of mid-range wine
$9.8 - $29.4
McMeal at McDonalds
$6.1 - $6.9
Coke/Pepsi 0.33L
$0.6 - $1.5
Public transport, monthly pass
$29.4 - $36.7
Gasoline (1 liter)
$0.3
Mobile phone monthly plan
$20.8 - $29.4
Fitness club, monthly fee
$24.5 - $146.8
Weather In Manama
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°F
Air Quality
Unhealthy (For Sensitive Groups)
PM2.563
PM10154
60
Limited risk for sensitive individuals. Not recommended to do outdoor activities.
Drinkable Water Quality
Fair
Water may have some problems, not recommended for daily consumption.
Traffic around property
Moderate
Traffic is moving at a steady pace, smooth driving without significant delays.
House Rules
Check in after 15:00
Check out until 12:00
Children welcome
No pets