The Merlin by Innkeeper's Collection

Hotels
7.7 (1329 reviews)
The Merlin, 5 - 9 Wilmslow Road , Alderley Edge , gb

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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • 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.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 1329 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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Jayant solo_traveller gb
7
Stay was comfortable enough for one night but room for improvement in the little things in the room.
Pros:

Breakfast was tasty and good value for money. Friendly staff.

Cons:

Little things needed attention; for example, toilet seat was broken, night lamp on the right side of the bed was not working. Bath towel had a tear in it. No bottle of water on the desk. One little milk pot (for the coffee) on the tray in the room was used/empty. No brown sugar in the tray, only white.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Robert solo_traveller gb
7
Generally ok - staff good, the piped music into the garden - which was empty- was a little intrusive and the property is
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

Road noise, noise from the garden

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Zoe solo_traveller es
8
Very convenient, very friendly staff, location was good.
Pros:

The staff were lovely. The restaurant, bar and facilities downstairs were excellent.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Maria Power solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

We loved the location, which is ideally situated near the stylish areas of Wilmslow and Alderley Edge. The culinary experience was also a major plus, as the food was flawless throughout our visit. The menu offered a fantastic selection of beautifully cooked, comforting dishes that were full of flavor. Every meal was served hot, generously portioned, and executed to absolute perfection, making dining here a true highlight of our stay.

Cons:

Booked a family room with a sofa bed, and requested in advance for the sofa bed to be made up for our arrival. Sadly, this was not done.

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Fiona solo_traveller gb
8
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Jean solo_traveller gb
9
Pleasant hotel for a stop off for airport.
Pros:

Clean and tidy modern room and bathroom.
I did ask for a quiet room but was placed opposite the outdoor event building so could hear music. It stopped by 10pm so was ok. Didn’t have breakfast but bar area was nice to sit on before bed.

Cons:

The fan provided was a bit weak.

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
S
Sarah solo_traveller gb
5
2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Elizabeth couple gb
9
So pleased we picked The Merlin for an overnight stay for a special occasion in nearby Mobberley.
Pros:

Stylish building, lovely scent as walked into reception area, every area of hotel looked clean and welcoming. Good parking space, outdoor seating area, well stocked bar. Pleasant staff, spacious room, great shower, upright fan in lieu of air conditioning.

Cons:

Creaky floorboards. But then it is an older building in a good location.

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Isabella solo_traveller it
7
Could be much better
Pros:

Nice building

Cons:

Check-in closes at 10:00 p.m. Since I was arriving later than that, I completed all the required steps for a late check-in, including pre-payment and the online check-in procedure. However, I never received any instructions on how to collect the room key.

Fortunately, a colleague who was already staying at the hotel received instructions on my behalf. They said I should use a side entrance, ring the bell, and wait for the night porter.

Unfortunately, this procedure did not work:

* the doorbell was not working;
* my colleague let me into the building, but there was no key available for my room;
* the night porter arrived only after about 30 minutes and told me that I should have called him instead.

Incidentally, another colleague of mine had experienced the same problem. He did try calling the number provided, but the only response was an automated message telling him to “call tomorrow.”

On top of that, there was an unpleasant sewer smell coming from the bathroom, as it is affecting the comfort of the room.

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Mullen family_with_children gb
8
2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Salianne couple gb
10
2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Victoria family_with_children gb
9
2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Shaw solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Very spacious room

Cons:

Creaking floor boards , and barking dog in the bar.

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Nadeem family_with_children gb
10
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Hewitt solo_traveller gb
1
Double booked and told find somewhere else we are full
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

You double booked my room and had another rooms . Nit even an offer of finding me somewhere else to stay of any kind of compensation. I had an absolute nightmare trying to find alternative accommodation on a Friday evening . Not happy

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
L
Lorenzo solo_traveller gb
9
2026-06-24 via Nuitee
E
Edwards couple gb
10
Perfect
Pros:

Beautiful Location
Breakfast 5 Star, very delicious
Staff helpful and very friendly
Excellent stay highly recommended

Cons:

There is not anything I did not like. We also attended the Wedding, that was exellent

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Mark couple gb
8
Lovely staff. Good food. Room very small.
Pros:

Looks lovely. Downstairs is well presented. The staff were friendly and professional.

Cons:

The room we was quite dark and very small. Could not walk round the bed comfortably.

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Tessa solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Staff, huge room, lovely welcome and good food.

Cons:

Nothing really on a reasonably busy road but great if going to airport and city.

2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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Lisa couple gb
9
Pros:

Stayed one night clean staff were friendly and helpful

2026-06-20 via Nuitee