Merchiston Travel Guide
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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.
Royal Mile
With its historic buildings, museums, shops and restaurants, this stretch of Edinburgh's Old Town is a much-loved haunt.
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.
Edinburgh Zoo
Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Merchiston
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Breakfast was great, staff lovely. Leisure suite changing area not clean towards end of the day. I lifted screws off the ground and gave them to the staff. The restaurant at night was a bit of shambles, although both the tables next to me had hour long waits, my own meal came fairly quickly.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Typical airport hotel; it was generally okay but it was a little worn in bits, the typical result of transcience. On the night we arrived late, the restaurant/bar area was mucky; the result no doubt of a busy night but it was disappointing/icky. The room was perfectiy good/generally clean (typical ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
clean room and friendly helpful staff
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Room was beautifully presented. Free juice on arrival was a lovely start to our stay. Leisure facilities were a lovely extra touch.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Garner Edinburgh Haymarket by IHG
Room very nice clean staff friendly
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
Incredible location, five minute walk from the train station (though uphill) and right in Old Town. Place is clean and stylish, and the jail cell rooms are charming. Laundry was a plus.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Merchiston
Bruntsfield
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.
Morningside
Travellers come to Morningside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Blackford Hill and Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve while you're in town.
Haymarket
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.
West End
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.
Gorgie
If you're spending some time in Gorgie, Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball and Tynecastle Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Tollcross
Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and King's Theatre while in the area.
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