Merkinch Travel Guide

Inverness

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Popular places to visit

Inverness Castle featuring heritage architecture, heritage elements and a castle

Inverness Castle

4/5(95 reviews)

A setting in one of Shakespeare’s iconic tragedies, this crenellated castle sits on a hill overlooking the River Ness.

Inverness Castle
Urquhart Castle featuring tranquil scenes, heritage elements and a lake or waterhole

Urquhart Castle

4.5/5(93 reviews)

Visit one of the most scenic heritage attractions in Scotland, a set of majestic ruins on the banks of the glittering waters of Loch Ness.

Urquhart Castle
Inverness Cathedral showing heritage architecture, night scenes and heritage elements

Inverness Cathedral

4/5(63 reviews)

Discover the intriguing art and artifacts housed inside this controversial cathedral in the city center.

Inverness Cathedral
Culloden Battlefield

Culloden Battlefield

4.5/5(100 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Inverness with a visit to Culloden Battlefield. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Culloden Battlefield
Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition

Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition

4/5(49 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition in Drumnadrochit. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition
Eden Court Theatre showing modern architecture and a river or creek

Eden Court Theatre

4.5/5(36 reviews)

See a performance, watch a movie or take a creative class at this important cultural venue.

Eden Court Theatre

Top hotels in Merkinch

AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness
AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness
4 out of 5
GLEBE STREET, Inverness, Scotland
The price is ₹22,081 per night from 11 May to 12 May
₹22,081
₹26,497 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (684 reviews)
"Very comfortable environment, staff is very nice to give you a lot of opinions"

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2025

AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness
The Glen Mhor Hotel and Uile-bheist Brewery & Distillery
The Glen Mhor Hotel and Uile-bheist Brewery & Distillery
4 out of 5
8-15 Ness Bank, Inverness, Scotland
The price is ₹20,707 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
₹20,707
₹24,848 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Inverness. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Visit Inverness
"Inverness is a beautiful city and this hotel on the river is perfect. We stayed here 20 years ago and it has had a facelift since then, we would stay here again."

Reviewed on 24 Apr 2025

The Glen Mhor Hotel and Uile-bheist Brewery & Distillery
Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality
Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality
3 out of 5
7 Ness Walk, Inverness, Scotland
The price is ₹16,734 per night from 11 May to 12 May
₹16,734
₹20,081 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"After traveling for nearly 24 hours, coming to the Columba was the perfect place to lay our head. You can't beat the location. An easy walk to Fig and Thistle, The Leakey Bookshop,historical cemetery, and The Victorian Market. If you get a chance there's a spot in there that has chana masala. Chef's ..."

Reviewed on 22 Apr 2025

Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality
Kingsmills Hotel
Kingsmills Hotel
4 out of 5
Culcabock Road, Inverness, Scotland
The price is ₹10,899 per night from 1 May to 2 May
₹10,899
₹13,079 total
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Clean, comfortable well-situated hotel
"Very comfortable hotel, situated in a pleasant area next to a golf course."

Reviewed on 21 Apr 2025

Kingsmills Hotel
Crown Court Hotel & Bar.
Crown Court Hotel & Bar.
3 out of 5
25 Southside Rd, Inverness, Scotland
The price is ₹12,154 per night from 18 May to 19 May
₹12,154
₹14,585 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Inverness Castle and Bellfield Park are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (124 reviews)
"Nice property in the center of town. Nice clean rooms"

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2025

Crown Court Hotel & Bar.
The Royal Highland Hotel
The Royal Highland Hotel
3 out of 5
Station Square, Academy Street, Inverness, Scotland
The price is ₹23,489 per night from 22 May to 23 May
₹23,489
₹28,187 total
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"This is an older hotel, and a few of the touches are quite old. Some of the wallpaper isn’t sticking to the walls very well and there’s carpet in the elevator, which takes a few minutes of holding down the button before it will move. The staircases were stunning and the food at dinner is fabulous. ..."

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2025

The Royal Highland Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Merkinch

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Dalneigh

Though Dalneigh may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Cathedral.

Dalneigh
Inverness Castle showing a river or creek, a castle and heritage elements

Inverness City Centre

4.5/5(343 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and stunning river views are just a few highlights of Inverness City Centre. Make a stop by Inverness Castle or Victorian Market while you're exploring the area.

Inverness City Centre
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Kinmylies

5/5(2 area reviews)

While Kinmylies may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Cathedral.

Kinmylies
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Millburn

While Millburn may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Eastgate Shopping Centre and Victorian Market.

Millburn
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Ballifeary

While visiting Ballifeary, you might make a stop by sights like Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Cathedral.

Ballifeary
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Crown

While there might not be top attractions in Crown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Inverness Castle and Eastgate Shopping Centre.

Crown

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