About this property
Historic Setting: The Merchants House in Cairnryan is housed in a historic building, offering a unique and charming atmosphere. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms with walk-in showers, sea or garden views, and modern amenities such as free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can enjoy a bar, free WiFi, and free on-site parking. Additional services include housekeeping and a continental, à la carte, full English/Irish, and vegetarian breakfast. Convenient Location: Located 76 km from Glasgow Prestwick Airport, the property is highly rated for its convenient location and excellent breakfast.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Harvey
United Kingdom
“Fiona was really helpful with her advice about the ferry timing. The haddock and chips were the best we've had in a long time. It was lovely sitting chatting about her life over a couple of drinks. Highly recommend this venue if you have an early...” - Janine
United Kingdom
“Beautiful sea views. Very cosy and welcoming. Excellent food- best mashed potato ever. Fiona the owner was exceptional” - Hazel
United Kingdom
“Lovely friendly welcome in a very comfortable house. It was like being with a family member in their home” - Mary
United Kingdom
“Lovelly experience, the host fiona was amazing and couldn’t do enough, room was spotless and Lovelly tea valuing facilities and treats. Plus my taxi didn’t make it to take me to the train station but it wasn’t a problem for fiona thx” - Narelle
Australia
“Fiona was a fabulous host and Merchant House is a beautiful location for the ferry. I'd highly recommend Merchant House for great hospitality.” - Barry
United Kingdom
“A thoroughly friendly place. So handy for the ferry terminals. Our room was a good size, comfortable with a great view over the Loch. We had dinner and breakfast and they were both excellent and good value. The people running the place could not...” - John
United Kingdom
“Location perfect, we didn't have breakfast, evening meal was very good.” - Janine
United Kingdom
“Beautiful sea view Very homely and friendly Great owner Excellent evening meal and breakfast Easy parking- just outside A couple of minutes from the ferry” - Hazel
United Kingdom
“Fiona is amazing, she gave us a lovely warm friendly welcome. Her food was excellent and the lady in bar was lovely. It was so nice to have such a warm lovely stay from someone who was so passionate about what they are doing Thank you Fiona” - John
United Kingdom
“We ordered an evening meal which was superb and the packed breakfast was excellent value. The location could not be better for the zLarne ferry. Staff were friendly and helpful and the room was clean and comfortable.”
Hosted by Fiona Dutton
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House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.



The fine print
Guests wishing to have an evening meal can request this in advance using the Special Requests section.
Breakfast is served 08:00 - 09:00. Packed breakfasts are available on request.
Children aged 4 years or younger cannot be accommodated.
Please inform The Merchants House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
This property has identified that it does not require a short-term rental license or registration