Merchiston Travel Guide

Edinburgh

The Union Canal, Merchiston
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The Union Canal, Merchiston
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Ulmus (smooth dark green very asymmetrical leaves). North Merchiston Cemetery, Edinburgh
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Branching of smooth light-green leaved, red-barked elm, North Merchiston Cemetry, Edinburgh
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Ulmus x hollandica 'Vegeta'. Samarae of true North Merchiston Cemetery
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Popular places to visit

Edinburgh Castle which includes heritage elements and a castle

Edinburgh Castle

A focal point of Scottish history that dominates Edinburgh’s skyline and which has served as a fortress, a palace and home to the crown jewels.

Edinburgh Castle
Royal Mile featuring street scenes, heritage architecture and a house

Royal Mile

With its historic buildings, museums, shops and restaurants, this stretch of Edinburgh's Old Town is a much-loved haunt.

Royal Mile
Walter Scott Monument in the Rainy Day, Edinburgh, Scotland

Princes Street

During your trip to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Princes Street. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Princes Street
University of Edinburgh which includes heritage architecture and heritage elements

University of Edinburgh

The campus of Edinburgh's venerable educational institution is spread seamlessly around the architecture of the city and opens to the public during year-round events.

University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh Zoo showing land animals and zoo animals

Edinburgh Zoo

Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.

Edinburgh Zoo
February 2015 A view along Grassmarket in Edinburgh, taken while spending a weekend in this great city. There are many areas of Edinburgh to explore and having spent a couple of hours on a walking tour here, I would thoroughly recommend this as a way of getting to know those places off the usual tourist track.

Grassmarket

During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Grassmarket

Top hotels in Merchiston

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ₹8,490 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
₹8,490
₹10,189 total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,387 reviews)
The room was decently clean and I appreciated every time they would refresh my room. The bath mat smelled bad but the service was excellent!

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ₹8,490 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
₹8,490
₹10,189 total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,974 reviews)
Really nice hotel in a great location. Staff were all very polite and the pool was lovely too.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh

Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh

4 out of 5
111 Glasgow Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ₹5,953 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
₹5,953
₹7,144 total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8/10 Very Good! (632 reviews)
Great staff.

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh

3 out of 5
69 Belford Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ₹4,238 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
₹4,238
₹5,085 total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the clean rooms ...
6/10 (1,331 reviews)
Safe area, easy parking, easy commute, cool dining and bar area, plus great view. Recommend.

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

5 out of 5
1 India Buildings Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ₹14,752 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
₹14,752
₹17,702 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,363 reviews)
I cannot rate this hotel more highly. The staff went above and beyond to get me into my room early at no extra fee, and even upgraded me. The room was absolutely beautiful and spotless, and the bed was so comfy that I almost couldn’t get out of it. The mini bar was stocked with lovely treats and ...

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West

Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West

4 out of 5
2 Research Avenue South Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ₹5,918 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
₹5,918
₹7,101 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
The staff was very courteous, helpful and very polite and kind

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh West
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Other neighbourhoods around Merchiston

Fountainbridge

Fountainbridge

If you're spending some time in Fountainbridge, FountainPark and Gambado are top sights worth seeing.

Fountainbridge
Ulmus glabra. Burrs or burls on trunk and branches. Dalry Cemetery, Edinburgh

Dalry

You'll appreciate the bars during your time in Dalry and you might want to plan a stop by Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile while you're in the area.

Dalry
Barclay Church from Warrender Park Terrace

Bruntsfield

4.5/5(49 area reviews)

Bruntsfield is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to The Links or Bruntsfield Links Short Hole Golf Course.

Bruntsfield
The View From Blackford Hill

Morningside

4.5/5(26 area reviews)

Travellers come to Morningside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve and Braid Hills Golf Course while you're in town.

Morningside
Dean Village Edinburgh

Haymarket

4.5/5(22 area reviews)

Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Edinburgh Gin Distillery and Princes Street. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.

Haymarket
Dean Village Edinburgh

West End

4/5(668 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Edinburgh Gin Distillery to Dean Village – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.

West End

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