Murray Premises Hotel

Hotels
8.8 (1914 reviews)
5 Beck's Cove, Box 208 , St. John's , ca
+17097387773

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Room service
Business center
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Noise issues
Room layout and lighting problems

Categories

Cleanliness
8.71
Some linen well worn and should have been long replaced.
Service
9.38
Staff was very friendly and accommodating.
Location
9.22
Convenient location, close to downtown events and attractions.
Room Quality
8.37
Room was big but not laid out well, and some rooms were small and dark.
Amenities
8.7
Breakfast of yogurt muffins coffee tea.
Value for Money
8.66
Had to pay extra for a more modern room.
Food and Beverage
8.71
Good breakfast offerings and quality.
Overall Experience
8.68
Mostly positive experiences with minor inconveniences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 03:05

Property Description

Historic Landmark Location
Part of the iconic Murray Premises, this hotel offers stunning views of St. John’s Harbour and the Narrows, providing a truly historic experience for guests.

Charming Amenities
Guests can enjoy the convenience of on-site restaurants and boutiques, along with a daily continental breakfast and cozy guestrooms featuring electric fireplaces for added comfort.

Convenient Facilities
Each room at Murray Premises Hotel is equipped with free Wi-Fi, an en suite bathroom with a spa bath, and a small fridge. Some rooms even boast a 34-inch LCD TV, ensuring a pleasant stay for all guests.

Ready to immerse yourself in the rich history and charm of St. John’s? Book your stay at Murray Premises Hotel now!

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: YYT

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1914 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.71
Service: 9.38
Location: 9.22
Room Quality: 8.37
Amenities: 8.7
Value for Money: 8.66
Food and Beverage: 8.71
Overall Experience: 8.68
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Joseph • couple • ca
5
All good except the highway noise
Pros:

Clean. and friendly staff

Cons:

We were on the front near the highway and motorcycles were revving their engines up and down the road past 11 pm

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Linda • couple • ca
10
Would highly recommend
Pros:

Central, spacious, comfortable beds

Cons:

Toilets are very short

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Norman • couple • ca
10
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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daniel • couple • ca
7
Good location, poor breakfast
Pros:

Well located on waterfront and near to bars, cafes and restaurants, comfortable large room, nice front desk staff.

Cons:

Breakfast was poor quality, cling film wrapped muffins, supermarket bought yogurt and mediocre coffee. Restaurant wasn't open so perhaps that's the explanation. Room cleaning could have been better. I usually don't quibble like this but the price I paid meant I expected more.

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Randall • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Diane • couple • ca
7
We liked hotel but I think they not update the decor. Room very tired looking and dark.
Pros:

Location is fantastic. Right on Water street.

Cons:

Rooms need updating. Bed, bedding pillows quite worn. Bathroom sink permanently stained. Old carpeting. Room tired. Needs a refresh.

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Joan • extended_group • ca
9
Great stay, would definitely stay again.
Pros:

Location, nice size rooms

Cons:

Wish breakfast would have been a little more than cold continental. Pastries were good though.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Leslie • couple • ca
10
Like home away from home
Pros:

Comfort clean and excellent location

Cons:

Heated floor in the bathroom did not work and it would have been nice to have 2 comfortable chairs. Not one and a desk chair

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Tom • couple • ca
10
Staying at Murray Premises made our stay in ST. John’s exceptionally enjoyable.
Pros:

Our room was absolutely lovely. It really made our stay in St. John’s
Perfect! The location was perfect. It has the best atmosphere of any place we have ever stayed! I would highly recommend it.

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Desiree • couple • au
8
Nice hotel in a historic building
Pros:

It’s one of the oldest buildings in St. John’s and was originally a warehouse so the rooms have huge wooden beams and uprights. It is next to the harbour and Water Street.

Cons:

Breakfast was limited- juice, yoghurt, croissants, muffins and fruit. Originally they put us in a room with a loud sound of a fan. Fortunately they moved us.

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • couple • ca
8
Great location and clean rooms. Would stay again and recommend
Pros:

Location was the best. Staff friendly and helpful.

Cons:

Loved the large room, didn’t like we couldn’t see out the windows

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Patty • solo_traveller • ca
8
Pros:

Location was excellent, continental breakfast was nice ( a little short on seating) elevator is convenient and loved the jet tub. The shower was fantastic

Cons:

The smoking area is not a great or secure location for guests. We found human feces by the garbage, and another time, a street person approached looking for money. Disappointed the restaurant and patio area are not open, but understand the staff shortage issue. Hallways were very dimly lit, making it hard for anyone with vision issues.

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Blust • solo_traveller • de
9
Pros:

Unterkunft wir direkt in der Stadtmitte.

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • ca
6
Good location, but really dated with aging facilities.
Pros:

Breakfast was very poor. Pre-wrapped muffins, basic selection of yogourt and fruit juice. Coffee cups rather than fresh brewed. Calling it continental was a really euphemism for something that was very, very basic.

Cons:

The building is really showing its age. The bath tub / shower had a really high side and had a huge step up into it. This was extremely dangerous, and I'm amazed that this passed a safety inspection. The heavy plastic curtains didn't close properly which was a serious privacy issue given that the bathroom had a full length window right above the courtyard. Given that it's an old, converted building, expect the noise from guests in the room above. This was very noticeable even though they were actually pretty quite.

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Myonne • couple • ca
5
Poor sleep due to rooms not being soundproof from rooms above.
Pros:

Rooms are nice and big, continental breakfast had good choices and good coffee.

Cons:

Our room (319) was right under someone else’s room and they were walking around all night long. The rooms are not soundproof and we did not get much sleep with that person walking around constantly.

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Joanne • couple • ca
7
Location was great with free parking. The room was comfortable and had a jacuzzi. Breakfast was poor
Pros:

It was quiet, bed was comfortable, decent TV, jacuzzi tub, had a fridge

Cons:

Could have had a second chair other than a desk chair. The shower put more water out the bottom. The continental breakfast was poor. Fruit, yogurt, juice & muffins.

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Adele • couple • ca
8
Pros:

Location and parking

Cons:

Would be nice if there was a lounge

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Lynda • couple • ca
6
2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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yve • couple • ca
10
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Vincenzo • solo_traveller • ca
8
Pros:

Staff were friendly and lication is great. The history of the building is fascinating

Cons:

Breakfast was a bit lacking

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee