Merchiston
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Edinburgh Castle
Fortress, palace and repository of the crown jewels, this landmark overlooking the city has played a crucial role in Scottish history.
Royal Mile
Explore this area in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town to find ancient buildings, historic relics, shops, museums and range of dining options.
Princes Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can enjoy retail therapy at Princes Street. Experience the entertainment choices and lively festivals in this walkable area.
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.
Edinburgh Zoo
See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
Get tickets for a show at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices.
Merchiston Hotel Deals
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
It was a great room that was centrally located.
Reviewed on 2025/11/18
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Room was spotless, the staff supper friendly
Reviewed on 2025/11/14
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Great hotel in central location. The food in the restaurant is excellent and the staff are very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 2025/11/17
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
The bar was lovely, the room comfy. Bathroom lovely and clean
Reviewed on 2025/11/17
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
A great location, with Edinburgh Zoo to the rear and expansive views to the Pentland Hills in front. Parking was a breeze and good public transport into the centre - not far away. Indoors thoughtfully updated. The staff were skilled - professional, courteous and very friendly. We took a Compact room ...
Reviewed on 2025/11/19
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
Comfortable bed, great amenities, lovely breakfast. Only downside was not many options for vegan diet
Reviewed on 2025/11/17
Other neighborhoods 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.
Gorgie
While visiting Gorgie, you might make a stop by sights like Tynecastle Stadium and Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball.
Fountainbridge
If you're spending some time in Fountainbridge, FountainPark and Gambado are top sights worth seeing.
Morningside
Morningside is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Braid Hills Golf Course and The Braid Hills while you're in town.
Haymarket
In the heart of Edinburgh, Haymarket boasts a variety of pubs, cafés, and restaurants, with historic Ryries Pub as a highlight. Easily accessible, it offers Haymarket railway station, tram connections, and various bus routes for convenient travel.
West End
Visitors to West End love its popular shops, and you can check out Edinburgh Gin Distillery and Dean Village. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Haymarket Tram Station.
Merchiston
- Edinburgh Castle
- Royal Mile
- Princes Street
- University of Edinburgh
- Edinburgh Zoo
- Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre
- George Street
- Grassmarket
- Princes Street Gardens
- Dean Village
- Edinburgh Park
- St. Giles' Cathedral
- National Museum of Scotland
- Arthur's Seat
- Heriot-Watt University
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- Victoria Street
- The Hub
- Scotch Whisky Experience
