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.
St. John's Convention Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
The Rooms - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Port of St. John's - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
St. John's Intl. Airport (YYT) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Jumping Bean - 3 min walk
St. John's Fish Exchange Kitchen & Wet Bar - 4 min walk
Jack Astor's - 10 min walk
Tim Hortons - 2 min walk
Green Sleeves & The Well - 2 min walk
About this property
The Murray Premises Hotel
The Murray Premises Hotel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Mary Brown's Centre and George Street. 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, The Rooms and Port of St. John's are just a 5-minute drive away. 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
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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.
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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Reviews
The Murray Premises Hotel Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2
Cleanliness
8.6
Amenities
9.4
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was a highlight with a good selection of items including oatmeal, muffins, juice, yogurt, and fresh fruit. (63 reviews)
Free parking was a convenient and useful feature for guests. (26 reviews)
The hot tub was a delightful feature in many rooms, providing a relaxing experience for guests. (15 reviews)
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Reviews
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8/10 Very good
Jan 22, 2026
The stay was good I like the location
Glen
Glen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 8, 2026
Great room, great atmosphere, great staff and breakfast to boot
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2026
Beautiful room and friendly staff!
Kristi
Kristi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 10, 2026
Such a great spot in a perfect location
Sharon
Sharon, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 25, 2026
Clean room and staff were excellent
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 25, 2026
Everything was top notch from customer service to clean rooms and wonderful staff, definitely looking forward to next visit loved it
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 16, 2026
Front desk staff were amazing! Great location. Room was wonderful
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 2, 2026
Great location for a downtown visit. Room was very nice and clean and the staff was great! Would stay again!
John
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 16, 2026
Had a lovely night downtown. Perfect place to go. Clean and cozy and staff were very pleasant and accommodating. Will definitely go there again.
Rosalind
Rosalind, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 7, 2026
Great location to visit downtown and a 15% coupon for Gypsy tea room was great!
Sharon
Sharon, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 1, 2026
Staff was welcoming and efficient in getting us checked in. Great room, great view, close to fantastic restaurants. Breakfast nook was cozy and a nice way to start the day.
Chesley
Chesley, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 22, 2026
We stayed ten nights to attend an event at Mary Brown Center and found it very convenient. The hotel room was large and comfortable. Adding a microwave in the room and a toaster to the breakfast area would be a great asset,especially for people staying for a long stay.
Sheldon
Sheldon, 10-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 28, 2026
friendly, efficient staff; nice, clean room
Raymond
Raymond, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 5, 2025
Great location and good sized comfortable room.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 14, 2025
Great location
Randolph
Randolph, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 16, 2026
Comfortable, clean and cozy room. Friendly and welcoming staff.
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 25, 2025
Very nice location,clean property I would
definitely recommend
Hendrick
Hendrick, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 19, 2025
Great location and great spot!!
Colleen
Colleen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 10, 2025
The room was clean and staff were polite and knowledgeable.
Nicole
Nicole, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 7, 2025
Location was wonderful
Mavis
Mavis, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 27, 2025
The location was great!
Stephen
Stephen, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 26, 2025
Great location, love the cute rooms with fireplaces
Lori Anne
Lori Anne, 8-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 5, 2025
Close to many bars
Nice continental breakfast
Dieter
Dieter, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 14, 2025
Nice Hotel, right in the centre of the city. Historic and walkable to many good restaurants
Brenda
Brenda, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 5, 2025
Staff was very friendly and helpful. The location of this property is very convenient to access all tourist areas and restaurants.