The Merlin

The Merlin is situated in the middle of Marlborough's famous High Street, reputed to be the widest in England, in one of the most attractive and historic buildings in Marlborough. With ten stylish rooms, all at reasonable rates, the Merlin is the ideal place to stay to savour the atmosphere of the bustling market town of Marlborough and its renowned shops and restaurants. Everywhere in Marlborough can be accessed on foot from the Merlin and many world-famous heritage sites such as Avebury and Silbury Hill are just a short drive away. The Merlin has been a family-run establishment for over 30 years and is not only highly convenient for touring all the local sites in and around Marlborough or just enjoying the cosmopolitan atmosphere of Marlborough, but the Merlin is also steeped in history itself. The historic Georgian building boasts a listed 17th Century staircase which is believed to be the oldest in Marlborough. And the Merlin appropriately takes its name from a local legend - the belief that the sorcerer Merlin, adviser to King Arthur, is buried at a site known as Merlin's Mound in Marlborough. The Merlin was recently awarded an impressive Four Star rating by Visit Britain, formerly the English Tourist Board.