Merchiston Travel Guide

Edinburgh

The Union Canal, Merchiston
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The Union Canal, Merchiston
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Taken by the Union Canal at Polwarth Terrace.
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Union Canal The view of the Union Canal, as seen from the tow path to the north east of the bridge which takes Harrison Road over the canal. The houses on the right which back on to the canal are in Polwarth Terrace.
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Harrison Park Looking towards Harrison Gardens - with back to the union canal
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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
Aerial view of Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium, Roseburn St, Edinburgh, VK

Murrayfield Stadium

Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing.Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.

Murrayfield Stadium
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
Scenic sight in Edinburgh with the Castle in the background. Scotland.

Grassmarket

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

Grassmarket

Top hotels in Merchiston

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ₹10,258 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
₹10,258
₹12,310 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
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! (2,486 reviews)
Great central hotel. Nearby the Vennel steps/Victoria street. Lots of Italian restaurants steps away. Staff were nice and hotel was spotless. We love that a twin bed are double beds each. Highly recc hotel .

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ₹5,167 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
₹5,167
₹6,200 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,173 reviews)
Absolutely

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Moxy Edinburgh Airport

Moxy Edinburgh Airport

3 out of 5
1 Fairview Road Newbridge Scotland
The price is ₹7,698 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
₹7,698
₹9,237 total
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newbridge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,283 reviews)
Ideal location for the airport - £15 per night parking a piss take

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel

4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ₹10,030 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
₹10,030
₹12,036 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
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! (2,024 reviews)
Yes

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

4 out of 5
231 Canongate Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ₹10,160 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
₹10,160
₹12,191 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,430 reviews)
Excellent centrally located Aparthotel on the Royal Mile but far enough away from the main tourist attractions. Everything is within walking distance but does include steps and hills! Comfortable rooms, with great amenities, comfortable beds and pillows and good size bathroom.

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG

Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG

3 out of 5
7 Clifton Terrace Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ₹5,059 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
₹5,059
₹6,071 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Edinburgh Castle and Dean Village are ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,014 reviews)
there were shops and resturants nearby and the bar offered food and good selection of beers and wines. the room was more than adaquent with good invalid facilities, the lifts were a bit awkward with the wheelchair but not a overall problem.

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Merchiston

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 Dominion Cinema and Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve 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 Princes Street and Vietnam House Art Gallery. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.

Haymarket
Aerial view of historic city with cathedral and old town, Merchiston, Edinburgh, Scotland.

West End

4/5(668 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Dean Village to Johnnie Walker Princes Street – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.

West End
Aerial view of sunset over Murrayfield International Stadium and residential neighborhood in Gorgie, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom.

Gorgie

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Gorgie, Tynecastle Stadium and Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball are top sights worth seeing.

Gorgie
Tollcross

Tollcross

4.5/5(49 area reviews)

Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and Royal Lyceum Theatre while in the area.

Tollcross

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