Merchiston

Edinburgh

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Popular places to visit

Edinburgh Castle which includes château or palace and heritage elements

Edinburgh Castle

4.5/5(1,009 reviews)

Fortress, palace and repository of the crown jewels, this landmark overlooking the city has played a crucial role in Scottish history.

Edinburgh Castle
The Royal Mile showing street scenes, heritage architecture and a house

Royal Mile

4.5/5(575 reviews)

Explore this area in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town to find ancient buildings, historic relics, shops, museums and range of dining options.

Royal Mile
Princes Street

Princes Street

4.5/5(628 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit Princes Street, a favourite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Experience the fascinating museums and lively festivals in this walkable area.

Princes Street
University of Edinburgh which includes heritage architecture and heritage elements

University of Edinburgh

4.5/5(233 reviews)

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 featuring land animals and zoo animals

Edinburgh Zoo

4.5/5(204 reviews)

See rare and endangered species and learn about the efforts to conserve them at Edinburgh’s largest wildlife attraction.

Edinburgh Zoo
Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

4.5/5(187 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Edinburgh. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.

Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre

Things to do

Edinburgh station on sunny day

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

HK$2,659
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tickets
Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky

Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky

HK$308
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Underground Vaults Evening Ghost Tour with Whisky
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

HK$617
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

HK$191
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

HK$255
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour
Loch Ness viewed from Fort Augustus

Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh

HK$734
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Trip: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands from Edinburgh
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Top hotels in Merchiston

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
4 out of 5
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is HK$1,716 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
HK$1,716
HK$2,059 total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
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! (1,726 reviews)
"Absolutely amazing , super friendly staff, excellent location ! Highly recommended !!"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is HK$1,411 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
HK$1,411
HK$1,693 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
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! (1,951 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
YOTEL Edinburgh
YOTEL Edinburgh
4 out of 5
Erskine House, Queen Street, Edinburgh, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$1,337 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
HK$1,337
HK$1,604 total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
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! (2,268 reviews)
"Nice enough hotel, room was spacious and comfortable."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

YOTEL Edinburgh
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
4 out of 5
231 Canongate, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is HK$1,669 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
HK$1,669
HK$2,003 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
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! (2,119 reviews)
"This spot was right on the royal mile which was perfect for us since we planned to walk everywhere. Staff is friendly and helpful and the place is clean, bed comfortable. We would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
2 out of 5
1 a Parliament Square, Edinburgh, Scotland
The price is HK$865 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
HK$865
HK$1,038 total
3 Jul - 4 Jul
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! (909 reviews)
"Great facilities, especially for the price. The pods are a decent size, with comfortable beds, multiple lights, your own plugs for charging, and a decent sized safe for storing your belongings. The location is very central and the staff are extremely helpful."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

CoDE Pod – The CoURT - Edinburgh
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Moxy Edinburgh Airport
3 out of 5
1 Fairview Road, Newbridge, Scotland
The price is HK$1,292 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
HK$1,292
HK$1,550 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Newbridge. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,901 reviews)
"Mix up with reservation. Staff was not very helpful. Ended up being charged for two rooms. Would like to get credit for them on my rewards for the inconvenience."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Moxy Edinburgh Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Merchiston

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Bruntsfield

4.5/5(49 area reviews)

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
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Morningside

4.5/5(26 area reviews)

Travellers come to Morningside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like 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

4.5/5(22 area reviews)

Visitors often come to Haymarket for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Princes Street and FountainPark. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Haymarket Tram Station.

Haymarket
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West End

4/5(668 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Princes Street to Dean Village – discover West End, a destination also famous for its shopping.

West End
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Tollcross

4.5/5(49 area reviews)

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.

Tollcross
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Marchmont

Marchmont is well liked for its bars, and you can visit sights like Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile if you have time to explore the area.

Marchmont

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