Merrill House

10/10

Exceptional

04 May 2026

Rosanna

The staff, overall property amenities and parking was excellent!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 Apr 2026

Lynn

Everything is easy, comfortable and convenient.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Mar 2026

Barry

My wife and I loved our stay at Merrill House. This home built in the 1800s is beautiful and unique due to its retro/modern decor. Parking is free and accessible, and this home is within walking distance of the town. Wineries are accessible by car. The host was friendly and informative and breakfast was delicious. All these factors made for a delightful one night vacation.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Mar 2026

Sharonie

Really welcoming, cozy and clean vibe. Pictures are very true to what you can expect. Staff were incredibly friendly. We had an amazing 1 night stay. We will be back!

10/10

Exceptional

23 Feb 2026

Andrew

Our room was lovely. The staff was helpful and informative.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

30 Dec 2025

Michael

Comfortable, charming, and spotless room. Unfortunately, the restaurant is closed, and the front desk is not staffed after 7PM, so it’s been a rather odd experience. The heating system apparently isn’t working properly, so suite 202 is a bit uncomfortable on this cold night. This is our third stay at Merrill House…not quite up to the previous standards.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

09 Nov 2025

Darla

Although we enjoyed our stay, we did not feel it met expectations, or was worth the price. The food was amazing, and setting was lovely. But some of what they had to offer was not available (cocktail lounge) and service was great but not always available. Our room was on the cold side despite turning the heat up, but I suppose part of the experience staying in a heritage home. Again, a nice experience but fell short of our expectations, and not reflective of cost.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 Oct 2025

Susan

Our stay at Merrill house was lovely. The staff are friendly and very helpful. There is good parking at the back of the inn. We had a smaller room and bed was slightly soft for our liking, but we slept well.
We had a delicious dinner in the dining room and I recommend if you are staying there to book at least one night for dinner.
There is a lovely bar downstairs where residence of the Inn can have a drink before dinner. Good choice of wines and spirits.
Overall, a wonderful stay

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Sep 2025

Richard

The artwork and decor is amazing! The staff is so accommodating and helpful. Enhances the experience and beauty of staying the Merrill house

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

23 Aug 2025

Stephen

Hotel was limited with the breakfast options, bar opening

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Aug 2025

Leila

My parents had a fantastic time on their night away. They loved the books in the hotel and the food was delicious and they were given a special dessert.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Aug 2025

Sam

Home away from home!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Aug 2025

Dawn

Best sleep

Bed was amazingly comfortable! Close to downtown.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

13 Aug 2025

Haylee

Everything was wonderful for our evening spent here. It would have been nice to have been able to explore the house more but the dining room area was quite busy when we arrived. We loved all the personal touches that were in the room for us such as the craft sodas and the wine tasting passport. We will recommend this place to our friends to stay here when in Picton county

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

03 Aug 2025

Michael

The breakfast in the morning is excellent. The bed was comfortable.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

29 Jul 2025

Lynne

Breakfast was lovely. Excellent service and will return for dinner sometime.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jul 2025

Andorew

Definitely recommend the Merrill House. Its a very nice place. Staff waa friendly. Food was fantastic. Room was very nice, great shower. Thank you

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jul 2025

Alexander

Thank you very much

8/10

Excellent

23 Jul 2025

Paula

I loved that it was unique, I especially enjoyed the wine cellar and the bar area beside it😊

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jul 2025

Pierre

Très bel hôtel, situé près de la rue commerciale.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jul 2025

Danielle

Great stay!

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2025

Amy

Special experience

We had an amazing stay, Merrill house was stunning, artsy, chic and a had very unique decor. Our room was like nothing we’ve stayed at before. Comfortable bed and attention to small details in the room and in the hotel that make the experience special. Staff was very friendly and the breakfast was so delicious and unique. Strawberry cheesecake French toast is what I had. Would definitely stay here again!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jun 2025

Daniel

Loved everything. Beware three floors with just stairs but we loved it. Staff the best.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

29 Apr 2025

Alison

The welcome reception we received from the moment we checked in to the moment we checked out was amazing! They made sure everything was looked after and we had a wonderful stay!

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

20 Apr 2025

Randy

Very clean, great restaurant, good location and resonably priced

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Mar 2025

Drasko

Very unique stay if you like an old style house and super friendly staff

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Mar 2025

Verified traveler

Great stay!

We had a great stay at Merrill House, would highly recommend!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Feb 2025

Alexandria

Super cute property and the staff are so helpful and kind!

Business_and_leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jan 2025

Caroline

We had a wonderful stay at Merrill house. The staff was accommodating and helpful. They went above and beyond to ensure we had a great experience.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jan 2025

Brandon

Excellent stay at the lovely Merrill House. We will definitely be back!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

22 Dec 2024

Alexander

Vintage building

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

16 Nov 2024

Tanya

A great stay but lacking breakfast options.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

25 Sep 2024

Louise

An old Victorian home beautifully decorated and very cosy

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

19 Sep 2024

Alexander

A beautiful old mansion repurposed into a lovely boutique hotel. Service was friendly, professional with a very warm welcome.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Sep 2024

Leanne

Had a great stay
Rooms are clean and wonderful
Staff are friendly however being a slower time
Restaurant was not open the times we were there and breakfast did not include the price ever?
Only major problem was the internet which they they acknowledged but it really needs to be resolved in this day and age. Especially because the TVs are only used with a fire stick provided but without proper
Internet never worked . Fire pit was not allowed to be used and I would suggest more comfortable seats in the garden as it’s beautiful .
Otherwise a lovely unique hotel! Make sure to ask
For main floor if stairs do not work for you.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

17 Sep 2024

George

Nice location

10/10

Exceptional

14 Sep 2024

Sophia

Wonderful place . Would stay here again

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Sep 2024

Hassan

Very nice property, smooth checkin and checkout. Offered complimentary breakfast due to some construction work in the morning, nice touch.
Highly recommended will book again

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Sep 2024

Bonnie

It had so much character. The beds were heavenly. Wonderful location.

Leisure

6/10

Pleasant

02 Sep 2024

Brian

We were told that breakfast ($41/person) was not included because we booked through Expedia. This was unexpected and extremely disapointing after paying over $500 for a room.

6/10

Pleasant

29 Aug 2024

Barb

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Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

28 Aug 2024

Stephen

Location was prime but our room was not very comfortable. Chairs had no seating support. Internet wasn't sufficiently available. An issue as we need to connect with work while on the road.

Business_and_leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Aug 2024

kirstin e.

A wonderful stay with a very unique and special energy throughout the property. Would stay again and highly recommend!

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

02 Aug 2024

Morley

Highly recommend this hotel. Great location and good was excellent.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jul 2024

Jennifer

Beautifully appointed. Gorgeous and everything you need at hand. Highly recommending enjoying dinner here as well.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jul 2024

Julie

Great spot to stay. A close walk to all the main shops, restaurants and markets in Picton. Very nice rooms and service/staff were excellent.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jul 2024

Roger

Will definitely return! This was our first visit since change of ownership - and we will come back! Great rooms, great amenities, easy to walk to Picton main street. And the best breakfast in town!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jul 2024

Jo-Ann

This was an excellent place to stay. Staff were very friendly and courteous. Room was clean, beds very comfortable. Within walking distance to restaurants and shopping. Shuttles/bus service nearby as well. Would highly recommend!

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jul 2024

Emily

As a fan of gothic novels, I was obsessed with this hotel. It's old, yet renovated so everything feels clean and modern. The restaurant was top-notch and served my favorite tea brand, Rare Tea. Being able to text the concierge for reservations or sauna scheduling was extremely convenient. This was one of my favorite hotel stays ever!

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

10 Jun 2024

Nancy

This hotel is okay - we had a comfortable stay but it was nothing remarkable, and for the price point we expected MUCH more. A few things advertised online were not received, and the concierge services weren't particularly helpful. There are better places to stay in the County that offer similar amenities and better customer service, for less. We will not be staying again.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jun 2024

Julianne

Rooms were comfortable and clean. Very friendly staff. Enjoyed learning more about the history of the house.

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

09 Jun 2024

Car

Beautiful property but beware of noise

The property is gorgeous and the room nice. The big drawback was loud outdoor parties going on at Merrill and next door too. Noise made it hard to go to sleep and then woken up at midnight by someone banging on our door. People should be warned that event space is being rented out and that it will be loud until late.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

09 Jun 2024

Terry

The property next door held an outdoor wedding reception adjacent to our bedroom. . The music & party went on until almost midnight. The loud noise in our room prevented us from sleeping until the party was over.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2024

Stephanie

I loved how unique this property was. It was so close to town that it made for easy walking and good days out and about!

The very kind and professional staff also.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

29 May 2024

Christina

Just beautiful

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 May 2024

Li

Great place for just having a dinner in the same house.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

12 May 2024

MARC

We absolutely loved it! The staff was super friendly and the room was awesome.
Despite a short power outage affecting the whole county, we were hosted superb.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 May 2024

Flora

Sean (general manager) made the stay extra special! Very attentive and friendly! The stay exceeded my expectations!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Apr 2024

Paulina

Beautiful gem, outstanding service

Beautiful historic house renovated witth unique modern touches that make it very comfortable and a bit funky. But what stands out the most is the service, all staff is super friendly the minute you step in.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Nov 2023

Estela

Memorable family reunion! the service was impeccable! it was a family reunion to celebrate my daughters wedding! we felt welcomed and at home. The breakfast was fantastic, a real gourmet experience! the rooms are unique and fun. there are all kind of bedrooms to accommodate grandmas, babys, children, teens, and the newly weds got their jacuzzi! just perfect!!!!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

02 Nov 2023

Evan

Excellent staff and very unique rooms. New renovations look great and made the stay even better.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Sep 2023

Pepita

The interior decor was superlative. A combination of eclectic Victorians, modern extravagance all in the best of taste. The quality of the details- soft towels, warm and cool bathrobes, great bed linens and an amazing selection of bedside reading made us want to stay for a month. The breakfast was copious and delicious. A real delightful experience.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Sep 2023

Katherine

Merrill House was superb from start to finish. I called ahead to ask if they could store two of my coolers in their freezer(a truly over the top request) and it was accommodated without hesitation. They even printed my Sandbanks parking pass for me. The house itself is gorgeous and unique. Our Dreaming suite was beautifully appointed, and the bathroom had lovely amenities. They even scented our pillows at night after giving us a choice of a variety of scents. The parking was fantastic and the property was large—it felt like we were in a park. Best of all, we were within walking distance of downtown Picton. We were minutes away from bistros and top notch restaurants. I highly recommend The Royal for dinner and Vic Social for breakfast. All in all, if you want the perfect place to stay while enjoying the County, Merrill House is it.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

04 Sep 2023

Elizabeth

Great manir

10/10

Exceptional

29 Aug 2023

Monica

Lovely place. Eclectic and relaxing ambiance. Great staff.

10/10

Exceptional

27 Aug 2023

Brendan

Fantastic place. Really enjoyed the way the house was decorated and the history behind it. Staff was very polite and helpful.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

23 Aug 2023

Hussein

Nice

10/10

Exceptional

21 Aug 2023

Ye

really nice staffs

10/10

Exceptional

20 Aug 2023

Peter

We loved our stay at Merrill House

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Aug 2023

Suzanne

Beautiful Victorian house and lovely attentive staff

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

18 Aug 2023

Carie

Overall a terrific property. Very clean, very cool vibe and great location to walk the Main Street. The room was smaller but had everything we needed. Loved the decor (we were in gothic room) and the soap/lotions in the bathroom. We did not eat there but the restaurant looked great. Parking was super easy.

My only reason for not giving it 5 stars is the internet and TV channel selection is not good. I will say, internet IS spotty in the entire PEC area but the wifi at the hotel is really not existent. Then there was only about 4 channels we could get on the TV. That really should be improved - a decent selection of TV channels should be fairly standard at all boutique hotels.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Aug 2023

Sharon

The staff at The Merrill House were fantastic. The food met all our expectations. It was close to shopping. We would book with them again.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

17 Aug 2023

Chaode

Good place to stay