In the heart of St. John's, The Murray Premises Hotel offers a warm welcome with shopping on site and delicious Mediterranean cuisine at The Gypsy Tea Room. Relax in your room with WiFi or meet colleagues at the 24-hour business center. Guests rave about the central location and helpful staff.
Memorial University of Newfoundland - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Getting around
St. John's Intl. Airport (YYT) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
St. John's Fish Exchange Kitchen and Wet Bar - 4 min walk
Shamrock City - 3 min walk
Yellowbelly Brewery and Public House - 1 min walk
Green Sleeves & The Well - 2 min walk
Mexicali Rosa's - 4 min walk
About this property
The Murray Premises Hotel
The Murray Premises Hotel puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of George Street and The Rooms. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out The Gypsy Tea Room, which serves Mediterranean cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Also, this hotel is just a 5-minute drive from Port of St. John's. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers.
At a glance
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Hotel size
69 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 19
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 19
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Room service
What to do
Shopping
Bicycle rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Boat tours nearby
Ziplining nearby
Working away
24-hour business center
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference space (1206 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1846
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Television in common areas
Banquet hall
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
43-inch LED TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Fireplace
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Jetted bathtub
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Daily housekeeping
Recycling
Restaurant dining guide
Special features
Dining
The Gypsy Tea Room - This restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: CAD 150 per night
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between December 24 and December 27.
Policies
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from Canada Select.
Also known as
Murray Premises
Murray Premises Hotel
Murray Premises Hotel St. John's
Murray Premises St. John's
The Murray Premises
The Murray Premises Hotel Hotel
The Murray Premises Hotel St. John's
The Murray Premises Hotel Hotel St. John's
Frequently asked questions
Is The Murray Premises Hotel currently open?
The property is closed between December 24 and December 27.
Does The Murray Premises Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Murray Premises Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Murray Premises Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Murray Premises Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Murray Premises Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at The Murray Premises Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and hiking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours.
Are there restaurants at or near The Murray Premises Hotel?
Yes, The Gypsy Tea Room offers Mediterranean cuisine.
Does The Murray Premises Hotel have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a jetted bathtub.
What's the area around The Murray Premises Hotel like?
The Murray Premises Hotel is located on the waterfront in Downtown St. John's, a short 1-minute walk from George Street and 10 minutes' walk from The Rooms. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for shopping.
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The Murray Premises Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.0
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
Free parking was a convenient and appreciated amenity for guests. (24 reviews)
Breakfast was a pleasant surprise with a variety of options including fresh fruit, muffins, croissants, and juice. (47 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 20, 2025
Terrific Stay!
Had a great stay! The room we had was huge with 2 fireplaces a spacious bedroom area and gigantic shower! Loved it.
Wayne
Wayne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2025
Staff is very accommodating
Ferdinand
Ferdinand, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2025
Great location!!
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 3, 2025
Must stay in St. John’s
We had an excellent stay at the Murray promises hotel, the location could not be better just steps away from excellent excellent restaurants, things to do during the day as well as things to do during the evening and night. The rooms were very clean, updated, and comfortable. I would certainly recommend this place if you’re visiting St. John’s.
Robert
Robert, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 27, 2025
Hotel in historic building steps from Water Street
Helpful, friendly staff. The building is showing its age but overall, it’s well located and rooms are large with ample bed, bathroom and shower spaces. There’s some noise from Harbour Dr traffic but windows block most of it. Breakfast room is often crowded at peak times, but croissants and fresh fruit were a treat.
Roderick
Roderick, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 11, 2025
Great location for doing things within the city of St. John's and staff was extremely friendly and helpful.
Christine
Christine, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2025
Great location and easy to get around town
Andrew
Andrew, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2025
Stay was great, hotel nice and great location
Roxane
Roxane, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 5, 2025
100% recommend booking with Murray Premises Hotel again. Walking distance, loved their complimentary breakfast. Staff was amazing, room had character and was very comfortable!
Highly recommend the The Gypsy Tea Room...best breakfast in town!!!!
Worst experience was eating at The Ship Pub....terrible service all around!!
Rebecca
Rebecca, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 1, 2025
Great Hotel
Really loved the older charm this hotel had, the upkeep of the building is excellent. Not a cookie cutter like other hotels and not rundown like many other older hotels. Room was huge and so was the bathroom. Very clean and the little fireplace added a cozy, comforting touch.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2025
Old but well located.
An old but nice and well situated hotel. Excellent and friendly front desk staff.
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2025
Big rooms, unique hotel, excellent location.
Camille
Camille, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 17, 2025
St. John's is magic - something for everyone
We had a wonderful experience at The Murray Premises Hotel.
Fabulous location in a clean heritage hotel. Close to all the restaurants and across from the harbour. Hugely walk-able. Wonderful staff.
Dana
Dana, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 21, 2025
staff made for a great stay
kelly
kelly, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 8, 2025
Prefect vacation
Continental breakfast could include cereal and bagels. For a 7 day stay muffins were getting boring and instant oatmeal in warm weather is not overly appealing.
Our bed was very comfortable. A feather top on the mattress I think!
Jackie
Jackie, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2025
Great place to stay! Very comfortable
Ivan
Ivan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 27, 2025
Excellent location, large comfortable rooms, friendly staff
Lori
Lori, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 9, 2025
Stayed here many times never disapoints!!
Scott
Scott, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 14, 2025
The staff was amazing helpful, beautiful rooms
Christine
Christine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2025
Great place!
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2025
Excellent location and customer service.
Marc
Marc, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2025
Great 5 day stay in St. John's
Great hotel in the middle of the Water Street
George Street entertainment area. Nice large rooms and comfortable lobby with all day coffee and tea. We would return again.
James
James, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 18, 2025
The staff were always pleasant to desl with, and the room was spacoius and clean. The breakfast options were fine for a short stay, but limited and repetative for a longer stay. Music in the courtyard is a nice idea, but not great if you're trying to get to sleep early. At least they stopped at 11pm.
James
James, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 25, 2025
Such a nice cozy hotel: rooms are very spacious and location is amazing!!