Stay in the heart of Manama at The Merchant House and enjoy everything that this first 5- star boutique hotel has to offer.
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Make this festive season unforgettable
Celebrate Eid in style with a luxurious stay in our elegant Signature Suite, a delightful breakfast on our enchanting Indigo Terrace and a 30 minute Spa treatment for ultimate relaxation.
Are you one of the adventurous travellers passionate about the underwater world? Did you know Bahrain has the largest underwater theme park in the world? There is a 70-meter long Boeing 747 submerged 20-22 meters below the water. It was the first aircraft to be used as an artificial reef which was processed in a truly eco-friendly and pollutant free manner. If you would be interested in visiting the plane under water, we will have it arrange for you. Advance diving license is required.
Bu Maher Fort Boat trips
Best place to view the city skyline is from the water. A short boat trip from Bahrain National Museum to Bu Maher Fort, this experience allows you to soak up the views from the water, and also sheds a light on Bahrain’s pearling history and tradition. Bu Maher Fort, built in 1840, and it is coastline, where the pearling dhows used to depart and return to many months later, is now a part of UNSECO site. Ride in one of our hotel limo to the edge of the sea, where the Bahrain National Museum is located. And we will take you back to the hotel or to your preferred location after the museum tour and boat ride.
Qal’ at Al Bahrain
Within this Ancient Harbour and Capital of Dilmun, Qal’at al-Bahrain, you will revisit the thousand-year history of Bahrain. Qal’at al- Bahrain was the hub for economic exchange. It linked the agriculture of the land with maritime trade between the early South, West and Far East Asia countries. It had important commercial and political presence throughout the entire region. We recommend you visit around sunset and experience the moment when history is transformed into a sea of light. Through its unique Laser-light show where the historical wall is the canvas, you would enjoy the guided journey into the past.
Old Houses of Muharraq
Would you like to take a walk around the restored traditional Bahraini homes? These traditional buildings in the old capital are famous for their impressive Gulf Islamic architecture that characterizes the finest aspects of Bahrain’s heritage and pearling history. Our helpful Guest Services team will organize a trip to this historic place for you.
Once upon a pottery wheel
Are you ready to get your hands dirty and have some unique earthy experience? We invite you and a guest to visit A’Ali Pottery, Bahrain’s most famous pottery district. To learn about one of Bahrain’s most treasured traditions and to practice some crafting skills on the old-fashioned foot operated pottery wheel with a local pottery artisan.
Old Town Stroll
Your private guide will take you and your guest for a walk amongst the traditional buildings in Muharraq, the old capital of Bahrain in the 19th century . It’s the true opportunity to experience Arabic culture up close. And back to the new capital Manama, visiting Bab Al Bahrain and Manama souq, where boats wide collection of fabrics, ornaments, spices, souvenirs, handicrafts, dry fruits and traditional sweets. Great chance to fill your camera and tick off your souvenir list.
Arabian Healing Discovery
Get pampered with ancient Arabic skin care through 100% Bahraini organic products. You will be provided exquisite and gentle remedy to revive your body and soul in our PURESPA with 90 mins Discovery treatment, which will take away the toxic and replenish your travel ahead. You will receive a special tool as take away gift, with step by step instruction on home care procedure.
Five Thousand years of Dilmun
With our luxury hotel limo, we will take you to one of the UNESCO world heritage sites at sunset. Within this Ancient Harbour and Capital of Dilmun, Qal’at Al Bahrain, you will revisit the thousand-year history of Bahrain through it’s unique Laser-light show where the historical wall is the canvas. Afterwards, we shall bring you back to your preferred location in the new modern world.
Poolside ART-NOON Tea
Unlock your unique Bahrain experience by exploring our vibrant aesthetic, high-calibre art collection, and followed by The Merchant House style afternoon tea at the pool side with breath-taking panoramic views. If you live in Bahrain, we will have you picked up by our hotel limo from your doorstep.
