Merchiston

Edinburgh

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Popular places to visit

Edinburgh Castle which includes chateau or palace and heritage elements

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
Princes Street

Princes Street

You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Princes Street, a favorite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Princes Street
Royal Mile showing 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
University of Edinburgh featuring heritage architecture and heritage elements

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.

University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh Zoo which includes zoo animals and land animals

Edinburgh Zoo

Admire an array of rare and endangered species that are conserved at the city's renowned wildlife attraction.

Edinburgh Zoo
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

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 entertainment choices and fascinating museums.

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

Things to do

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

P2,821
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
Edinburgh station on sunny day

Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tickets

P19,060
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tickets
Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

P1,304
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Inveraray Castle

Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles

P5,360
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles
Small-Group Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands Full-Day Tour

Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands from Edinburgh

P9,098
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness, Glen Coe & the Highlands from Edinburgh
Mountain view in Edinburgh

Glen Coe, Loch Ness & the Scottish Highlands Full-Day Tour

P5,870
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Glen Coe, Loch Ness & the Scottish Highlands Full-Day Tour
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Top hotels in Merchiston

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is P12,241 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
P12,241
P14,690 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,961 reviews)
"It was wonderful to be located under the castle and so close."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P13,575 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
P13,575
P16,290 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,731 reviews)
"I found the front of house staff extremely helpful and kind."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is P8,433 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
P8,433
P10,120 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Nice and convent buses into city just out front and about £20 for taxi to royal mile"

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
YOTEL Edinburgh
YOTEL Edinburgh
4 out of 5
Erskine House, Queen Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is P9,025 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
P9,025
P10,830 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,267 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel and fantastic value! Rooms are small but very comfortable, shower was amazing. Beds and pillows are firm but we really enjoyed our stay and would happily book with Yotel again!"

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

YOTEL Edinburgh
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
2 out of 5
1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is P8,188 per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
P8,188
P9,826 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostal in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (921 reviews)
Location is Unbeatable
"I stayed in a pod. The mattress, sheets, and duvet were very comfortable. My room was very hot at first- I think the AC wasn’t working. But they brought in a portable unit that made it a perfect temperature in the room. All the staff is very nice. I do kind of wish there was a bit of a common area ..."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
4 out of 5
231 Canongate, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is P11,879 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
P11,879
P14,254 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,128 reviews)
"Great location right on the Royal Mile. Comfortable and clean. In an old castle-looking building with up to date furnishings, decor and technology. Very eco-friendly."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
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Other neighbourhoods around Merchiston

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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.

Bruntsfield
Panorama of Tynecastle Stadium

Gorgie

While visiting Gorgie, you might make a stop by sights like Tynecastle Stadium and Skirmish Edinburgh Paintball.

Gorgie
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Morningside

Morningside is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve and Braid Hills Golf Course while you're in town.

Morningside
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Haymarket

Take time in Haymarket to visit attractions like Princes Street and FountainPark. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Haymarket Tram Station to see more of the city.

Haymarket
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West End

Visitors to West End love its popular shops, and you can check out Princes Street and Dean Village. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Haymarket Tram Station.

West End
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Tollcross

Travelers come to Tollcross for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Usher Hall and King's Theatre while you're in town.

Tollcross

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