The Merlin by Innkeeper's Collection

Hotels
7.7 (1343 reviews)
The Merlin, 5 - 9 Wilmslow Road , Alderley Edge , gb
+44 1625 599959

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Bar
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Delicious food
Cons:
Room cleanliness issues
Noise disturbances
Bed comfort

Categories

Cleanliness
6.6
The room could have been cleaner and issues with hygiene were noted in some reviews.
Service
8.56
Multiple reviews praised the friendly and welcoming staff.
Location
8.6
Great proximity to the airport and local attractions, though minor issues were mentioned.
Room Quality
7.06
Rooms described as spacious and modern, but some discomfort with bed firmness and noise.
Amenities
7.59
Facilities offered were generally good, but some suggestions for improvement were noted.
Value for Money
7.55
Reasonably priced for the service and offerings, although some guests felt it under-delivered.
Food and Beverage
8.09
Guests enjoyed meals, particularly breakfast, but noted a need for more options for dietary needs.
Overall Experience
7.57
Overall experience was positive with highlighted areas for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-16 10:21

Property Description

Charming 19th-Century Inn in Alderley Edge

Luxurious Rooms and Amenities
Indulge in a stay at The Merlin with spacious boutique rooms featuring Hypnos beds, free WiFi, and elegant en suite bathrooms. Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee in the comfort of your room and relax in style.

Convenient Location and Dining
Located near vibrant shops and restaurants, and just a short drive from Wilmslow town centre and Manchester Airport, The Merlin offers convenience and accessibility. Unwind in the pub restaurant with a chic wine glass chandelier, offering a variety of beverages and a cozy fireplace.

Scenic Surroundings and Relaxing Spaces
Take advantage of the nearby Peak District National Park for picturesque walks, or unwind in the shared garden and terrace at The Merlin. With Alderley Edge Train Station within walking distance, your journey to relaxation begins here.

Book your stay at The Merlin for a luxurious and convenient experience.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 1343 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.6
Service: 8.56
Location: 8.6
Room Quality: 7.06
Amenities: 7.59
Value for Money: 7.55
Food and Beverage: 8.09
Overall Experience: 7.57
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Peter • family_with_children • gb
9
Excellent place to stay, spacious rooms, very clean and tidy.
Pros:

The Merlin was a lovely place to stay, very well furnished and excellent decor.
All staff were lovely and polite.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Bruce • family_with_children • gb
9
Breafast is always a joy for the children - Dinner is also great
Pros:

Food

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Sabrina • family_with_children • gb
9
Pros:

Excellent

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Roger • extended_group • gb
9
A great find on booking . Com
Pros:

Funky modern and clean. The breakfast was very good and the evening meal in the restaurant was a good standard

Cons:

Pet peeve? No loo brush ! Also it was embarrassing having a staff member coming to our room at 11 pm gone to ask to pay the meal and drinks which we understood to be added to the room, at 71 I and my friends of similar age have never had this happen before

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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STEVEN • couple • gb
8
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Louise • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Martin • solo_traveller • gb
8
Just right for my purpose.
Pros:

Nice hotel in nice setting. Very nice restraunt . Staff very helpful and friendly.

Cons:

No sink plug in my room. No toilet brush. Annoyingly Squeeky floorboards in corridor outside my room.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Fiona • couple • gb
9
Great comfortable stay welcoming staff
Pros:

Good comfortable rooms, great staff and excellent food. Dinner was delicious and ditto for breakfast. Restaurant nicely busy, staff great. Nice atmosphere.

Cons:

All good.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Fiona • couple • gb
8
Light was reported on Friday as it wasn’t working but it was never fixed before leaving and the toilet seat.
Pros:

Friendly.

Cons:

No lift.

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Fiona • couple • gb
8
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • couple • gb
8
Good location for an overnight stop.
Pros:

Clean rooms and nice toiletries in the bathroom.

Cons:

We thought the restaurant prices were rather high for the quality of the food.

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Michael • family_with_children • gb
8
Comfortable night
Pros:

Clean and tidy

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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susan • solo_traveller • gb
10
Lovely Hotel, nice room, friendly staff, Dinner and Breakfast were fantastic
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Melanie • family_with_children • gb
2
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Arthur • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Emma • solo_traveller • gb
1
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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andrew • couple • gb
8
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
9
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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stacey • solo_traveller • gb
8
Fine for a one nighter
Pros:

Nice location a bit out of the town but not that far to walk. Great breakfast

Cons:

All was good

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Nicholas • solo_traveller • gb
4
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee