The Merlin

7.6/10 · 34 Reviews Book

36-39 high street, Marlborough, SN8 1LW, United Kingdom

Main amenities

Parking Free WiFi Non-smoking Rooms

7.6/10 (34 Reviews)

Location

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Neighborhood

Natural Parks

Barbury Castle Country Park

On foot: 8,5 km · 1 hr 41 minBy car: 18,7 km · 19 min

Coate Water Country Park

By car: 15,9 km · 15 min

Lydiard Park

By car: 19,8 km · 19 min

North Wessex Downs

By car: 1 min

Rail Stations

Pewsey

By car: 10,3 km · 9 min

Bedwyn

By car: 11,6 km · 13 min

Airports

Southampton Airport

By car: 71,6 km · 1 hr 4 min

Bristol Airport

By car: 78 km · 1 hr 11 min

Bournemouth Airport

By car: 85,4 km · 1 hr 21 min

London Heathrow Airport

By car: 103,4 km · 1 hr 9 min

Adventure Parks

Portfield Recreation Ground

By car: 1,4 km · 2 min

Bedwyn Cricket Pitch

By car: 11,7 km · 13 min

St Nicholas School Playing Fields

By car: 16,1 km · 18 min

Swindon Cricket Club

By car: 19,3 km · 17 min

Restaurants

Pizza Express

On foot: 44 m · 1 minBy car: 141 m · 1 min

Bunce's

On foot: 48 m · 1 minBy car: 218 m · 1 min

Eversfield Organic

By car: 86 m · 1 min

Bars

The Green Dragon

On foot: 190 m · 2 minBy car: 388 m · 1 min

Cafes, Coffee and Tea Houses

Caffe Nero

On foot: 62 m · 1 minBy car: 232 m · 1 min

Costa Coffee

On foot: 297 m · 3 minBy car: 357 m · 1 min

Historic and Protected Sites

Great Barn

By car: 9,9 km · 8 min

Information

The Merlin offers free parking on-site along with complimentary Wi-Fi throughout its rooms located at 36–39 High Street in central Marlborough. Guests can explore the scenic North Wessex Downs area just beyond the town limits while staying within easy reach of local attractions. Pewsey lies about ten kilometers away via a roughly ten-minute drive, providing access to additional regional highlights. For travelers needing air connectivity, Southampton Airport sits eighty-one kilometers distant, accessible by car without detours. Within walking range, Pizza Express is found less than half a kilometer away—a five-minute stroll—and Caffè Nero follows closely at around sixty-three meters down High Street, taking under two minutes on foot.

Amenities

General

Smoke-free property Heating Carpeted Non-smoking rooms Iron

Private bathroom

Towels Toilet Free toiletries Hairdryer Bathtub

Services

Daily housekeeping Private check-in/out Express check-in/out

Safety & security

Fire extinguishers Smoke alarms Key access

Cleanliness & disinfection

Guest accommodation disinfected between stays Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus

Safety features

Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Bedroom

Linens Wardrobe or closet

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV TV

Physical distancing

Physical distancing rules followed Cashless payment available

Front Desk Services

Invoice provided

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Internet

Internet

Activities

Golf course (within 2 miles) (Paid)

Parking

Parking (Paid)

Room amenities

Clothes rack

Photos

Reviews

6 / 10

Chico - 05/11/2026

Location

No hot water

7 / 10

Paul - 04/22/2026

Location and the host.

No tea or coffee making facility.

8 / 10

Darren - 12/19/2025

Nick the host was extremely hospitable and was most welcoming. The room was clean and contained everything I require. I would happily stay at The Merlin again..

10 / 10

Karen - 05/03/2026

Nick and his Mum are super friendly and helpful, room and bathroom very clean, the bed was so comfy and slept really well. Lots of shops and cafes to explore, and my boyfriend was very pleased with the Greggs opposite for his latte fix. Would definitely stay again

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Important information

Please inform The Merlin of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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