The Merchant House, ManamaThe Merchant House in Manama, Bahrain has a corrected score of 3.8 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 1 of 4 platforms), ranked 13 of 89 hotels we score in Manama. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.2 before correction: Booking.com 4.2. Rooms from about $172 a night (cached, not a live quote).The Merchant House is a boutique hotel containing 46 suites in the centre of Manama. It sits near the Bab Al Bahrain souq and the international airport. The property serves travellers looking for a central base, offering a rooftop swimming pool, a sun terrace, and a garden. Guests can access a 24-hour fitness centre, a full-service spa, and a business centre. The interiors feature a collection of contemporary art from local and international creators. On-site facilities include a restaurant, a poolside bar, and valet parking. While the hotel offers many amenities, the limited number of suites means the space is relatively small.What stands out

Central Manama location

Rooftop swimming pool

Contemporary art collection

On-site spa and gym

Watch out for

Small number of suites

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