Merchiston Travel Guide
Edinburgh
Visit Merchiston
Things to do
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour - Tickets Included
Top hotels in Merchiston
Holiday Inn Edinburgh Zoo by IHG
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
"I had the castle view room and it was really amazing . Worth the extra $$. The room was fine though needed a little upgrading. The staff were kind and friendly! Shout out to Alister at the front desk👍. I would definitely recommend this hotel. Great view and close to everything . Room service was ..."
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
"Breakfast was wonderful. The castle was beautiful. The rooms were spacious and bathrooms were updated. Beautiful grounds to explore too!"
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
"Really wonderful stay in an 8 bed female dorm at The Code. Room was clean, lockers for belongings are large and easy to access. Common area bathrooms were very clean and never crowded. The cafe is great and you can't beat the location to everything in city center. Highly recommend and will likely ..."
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
"Easy walk from the airport. Small room, no refrigerator, bed was squeaky, photo booth was out of order. Staff and food were wonderful. Very welcoming downstairs area to hang out in. Definitely recommend for ease of access. Will return."
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Merchiston
Old Town Edinburgh
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Royal Mile to Princes Street – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Edinburgh City Centre
If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Royal Mile or Princes Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.
New Town
Travellers love New Town for its popular shops, and you can see more of Edinburgh by jumping on the metro at Princes Street Tram Stop or St Andrew Square Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Princes Street and Assembly Rooms.
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.
Leith
Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Leith Docks and Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre are major draws, and you can catch the metro at The Shore Tram Stop or Port of Leith Tram Stop to see more of the city.
