The Merchant House
Art-forward boutique luxury — residential in feel, gallery in spirit. Think saturated jewel tones, pop-art energy, and a lobby that doubles as a curated exhibition space. It pulls a mix of in-the-know business travelers and design-conscious leisure guests.
Ask staff directly about specific artworks — there are intentionally no information labels beneath pieces, and staff carry the stories instead
Why It Matters
Bahrain's first 5-star all-suite hotel and currently the only true design-led boutique property in downtown Manama. The art collection alone — assembled with an anonymous VIP Bahraini collector — is worth a visit. Add a chlorine-free rooftop pool, Condé Nast Traveller-recognized Indigo Terrace restaurant, and Maserati airport transfers, and it's genuinely in a category of one in this city.
Bahrain's first 5-star all-suite boutique hotel, occupying a repurposed 1950s government building steps from the Bab Al Bahrain souq in downtown Manama. The 10-story property houses 46 suites, a curated contemporary art collection of 200+ pieces spanning Bahraini, Gulf, and international artists — Warhol, Picasso, Hirst, and Matisse among them — alongside a chlorine-free emerald rooftop pool and one of the city's most talked-about rooftop restaurants. Bold saturated colors, bold textiles, and a graffitied lobby pillar set the tone from the moment you walk in.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Corner Suite
The standout mid-tier choice. At 60 sqm with corner windows wrapping two walls, these suites get the most natural light of any category. Great for those who want an airy feel without going to the top-tier Signature. Features the full kitchen, dining and sitting setup.
King or Super King · 60 sqm
Executive Suite
More breathing room than the Urban category — ranging 50–55 sqm — with the choice of king or super-king bed. The same signature kitchen and dining configuration, but the extra floor space makes the sitting area feel roomier. Good choice for longer stays.
King or Super King · 52 sqm
Signature Suite
The flagship suite — 60 sqm with a super-king bed, bathrooms with natural light, and the most generous kitchen-dining-sitting configuration in the house. A circular portal window looks out over nearby rooftops. Can connect with an Urban Suite via a private foyer to create a full 2-bedroom setup. Bedside controls manage all lighting and A/C from a single panel.
Super King or Twin · 60 sqm
Urban Plus Suite
A step up from the standard Urban in size, at a flat 50 sqm. Same kitchen-dining-sitting layout, with the option to add an extra bed — handy for a solo traveler on expenses or a parent and child.
King · 50 sqm
Urban Suite
The entry-level suite, and still genuinely generous. King bed, open-plan kitchen with bean-to-cup coffee machine, dining and sitting area. A handful of these face interior courtyard or neighboring buildings with limited natural light — worth flagging at booking. Can connect with a Signature Suite via a private foyer to create a 2-bedroom configuration.
King · 45 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Visit to A'Ali Pottery — Bahrain's most famous pottery district — to learn traditional techniques on a foot-operated wheel with a local artisan.
Hotel-arranged boat trip from the Bahrain National Museum to Bu Maher Fort (UNESCO site), exploring Bahrain's pearling history from the water.
Private guided walk through Muharraq (Bahrain's 19th-century old capital), exploring traditional Gulf Islamic architecture and pearling history, then back through Bab Al Bahrain and the Manama souq.
Hotel limo ride to the UNESCO World Heritage Site Qal'at Al Bahrain at sunset, including the unique laser-light show projected onto the ancient fort walls. A five-thousand-year history compressed into one evening.
Hotel-arranged trip to the world's largest underwater theme park, featuring a 70-meter Boeing 747 submerged 20–22 meters below the surface. Advanced diving license required.
Afternoon tea served poolside at the rooftop, with views over the Manama skyline. The hotel offers a limo pickup for Bahrain residents. A signature experience combining the art collection tour with a traditional tea spread.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Small boardroom with colorful, art-forward décor for business meetings and events.
Fully equipped gym focused on cardio, body resistance, and strength. Open around the clock to guests.
Over 200 pieces of contemporary art displayed throughout the property — lobby, corridors, suites, and restaurant. Curated in collaboration with an anonymous VIP Bahraini collector; includes works by Warhol, Picasso, Hirst, and Matisse alongside Bahraini and Gulf artists. No labels beneath pieces — staff provide context on request.
Mezzanine-level lounge with over 1,000 carefully selected books available for guests. Books are also placed in individual suites.
Complimentary private parking available nearby. The hotel also offers free valet parking for restaurant diners.
Striking emerald green infinity pool on the rooftop, exclusive to hotel guests. Open daily from sunrise to sunset. Cocktails and light bites available poolside.
Luxury hotel limo service in a Maserati for airport transfers. Charges apply.
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