Canal Court

Hotels
8.8 (1505 reviews)
Merchant Quay , Newry , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly, attentive and accommodating staff
Very clean and comfortable rooms with spacious layout
Great central location with convenient parking
Good dining options, bar and enjoyable food
Spa, gym/pool and other on-site facilities
Lovely design/decor and overall warm atmosphere
Cons:
Some evening meals were below expectations for a few guests
Gym equipment described as dated and in need of modernization
Rooms feel a little tired in places (small TV, basic facilities)
Occasional reception/service speed/acknowledgement issues
Extra charges (coffee) and perceived high room rates affect value for some
Limited nearby nightlife/bars for those seeking evening options

Categories

Cleanliness
9.4
Multiple reviews note rooms as 'very clean' and 'spotlessly clean'; overall cleanliness is consistently praised.
Service
9.3
Staff repeatedly described as friendly, attentive and accommodating (offered lifts, helpful bar/staff); a few mentions of slow reception acknowledgement and one dull checkout interaction slightly temper otherwise excellent service.
Location
9.2
Location cited as a strong positive (central, great area, convenient parking); some guests wished for more nearby evening entertainment or bars.
Room Quality
7.5
Rooms are spacious and beds comfortable, but several guests noted tired decor, small TV/few channels, basic in-room facilities and an overly-strong shower in one report.
Amenities
8.6
Good facilities overall (dining room, bar, spa, gym/pool, parking) though the gym equipment was described as needing modernization and some minor maintenance issues were noted.
Value for Money
7.6
Mixed signals: some found dining reasonably priced, others felt the room rate (example £200/night) and extra charges (e.g., coffees) made value less strong.
Food and Beverage
9
Food is frequently described as excellent and enjoyable; a few comments said the evening meal was below expectations and minor breakfast points (bacon crispiness, coffee extras) were noted.
Overall Experience
9.8
Majority of reviews describe the stay as excellent, amazing or a return-worthy experience, with consistent praise for staff, cleanliness and facilities despite a handful of minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-07 20:43

Property Description

Luxurious 4-Star Hotel on Merchants Quay

Award-Winning Dining Experience
Indulge in exquisite à la carte dishes at our renowned restaurant, while Granary Bar offers a casual dining experience with a variety of carvery and bar snacks.

State-of-the-Art Leisure Complex
Unwind and rejuvenate in our leisure complex featuring a swimming pool, fully-equipped gym, relaxing sauna, and invigorating steam room. Perfect for a tranquil escape in the heart of the city.

Convenient City-Centre Location
Located on Merchants Quay, our hotel is just a stone's throw away from all the city-centre amenities, vibrant pubs, bars, and restaurants. Experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience during your stay at Canal Court.

Book now and elevate your stay with us at Canal Court Hotel & Spa.

Important information:

Please note the spa is subject to availability.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1505 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.4
Service: 9.3
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 7.5
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 7.6
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 9.8
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Sean • couple • gb
10
2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
10
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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thomas • solo_traveller • us
10
Loved everything about this hotel!
Pros:

Location/great service

Cons:

Nothing to report

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Jess • solo_traveller • gb
10
It was a short but very sweet stay
Pros:

I arrived late at night and left early in the morning as I was taking part of a bike race - the staff there were incredibly friendly and accomodating.

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Robert • solo_traveller • ca
10
2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • ie
9
Pros:

Very clean, modern hotel, nice bar,.food great

Cons:

A little on the pricey side

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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michael • couple • ie
9
Excellent stay
Pros:

Nice hotel very comfortable and clean food was excellent and staff

Cons:

Nothing to dislike

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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damian • extended_group • us
10
Charming friendly hotel, well worth the stay.
Pros:

I'd been to Newry many times and popped into the hotel for a drink but never stayed. Will make a point to stay again on my next visit to the area.

Hotel is well maintained, beautiful lobby, bar, restaurant. Breakfast was very good, didn;t have dinner but many people did in the bar. Lively, good atmosphere. Easy parking.

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Daisy • family_with_children • ie
6
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Brodie • couple • ie
10
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Marisa • solo_traveller • it
10
Pros:

Beautiful location, very welcoming hotel and staff very helpful. Facilities great. Comfortable and very clean room. Restaurants great.

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Marisa • solo_traveller • it
10
Pros:

Everything was just great. Staff, facilities, food, service... highly recommended.

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Pauline • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

There's not a lot not to like, breakfast, dinner, bar and leisure/spa all excellent

Cons:

Length of time it took before house keeping came to clean rooms

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Caulfield • solo_traveller • us
10
Location was perfect and facilities were lovely
Pros:

Beautiful

Cons:

Nothing to report

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Geraldine • solo_traveller • ie
8
Great location and friendly staff
Pros:

The Canal Court is in a great location, close to Newry Town centre and all major routes with free accessible parking. The rooms are spacious and staff most helpful and professional.

Cons:

Hotel is in need of modernisation especially in reception and lift areas.......'brown' decor definitely no no

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Roisin • couple • ie
10
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Henry • couple • ie
7
Really like the hotel
Pros:

Like the area and the dining room,bar and facilities
Were excellent

Cons:

Waiting at reception really no problem but I feel staff could nod to let you know that they’ll be with you shortly.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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chris • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Niamh • couple • gb
10
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Andrew John • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee