Merchiston

Edinburgh

The Union Canal, Merchiston
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The Union Canal, Merchiston
Photo by Loz Pycock (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Taken by the Union Canal at Polwarth Terrace.
Photo by Stuart Caie (Creative Commons Attribution 2.0)
Union Canal The view of the Union Canal, as seen from the tow path to the north east of the bridge which takes Harrison Road over the canal. The houses on the right which back on to the canal are in Polwarth Terrace.
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Harrison Park Looking towards Harrison Gardens - with back to the union canal
Photo by Eleanor Graham (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

Popular places to visit

Edinburgh Castle showing chateau or palace and heritage elements

Edinburgh Castle

4.5/5(1,415 reviews)

Edinburgh Castle is a popular museum in Edinburgh with a rich history. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.

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

Royal Mile

4.5/5(408 reviews)

You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Royal Mile, a favorite shopping spot in Edinburgh. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area, or seek out the local tours.

Royal Mile
Walter Scott Monument in the Rainy Day, Edinburgh, Scotland

Princes Street

4.5/5(346 reviews)

During your trip to Edinburgh, you can enjoy retail therapy at Princes Street. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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

University of Edinburgh

4.5/5(279 reviews)

Walk around the campus at University of Edinburgh during your visit to Edinburgh. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.

University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh Zoo featuring land animals and zoo animals

Edinburgh Zoo

4/5(48 reviews)

Visit the native and exotic animals who call Edinburgh Zoo home during your travels in Edinburgh. Discover the lively festivals in this walkable area, or seek out the golf courses.

Edinburgh Zoo
Aerial view of Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium, Roseburn St, Edinburgh, VK

Murrayfield Stadium

4/5(53 reviews)

Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium, and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this walkable area.

Murrayfield Stadium

Merchiston Hotel Deals

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AED 416 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
AED 416
AED 500 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,451 reviews)
Room was spotless. Had everything you could need. Staff were great.

Reviewed on 7 February 2026

Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

4 out of 5
231 Canongate Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AED 394 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
AED 394
AED 472 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,381 reviews)
Room was pretty clean upon arrival! The shower had a weird smell but it ended up going away after a day or so. Staff were very friendly! Good water pressure. Beds were super comfy as well.

Reviewed on 6 February 2026

Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh

Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh

4 out of 5
111 Glasgow Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AED 246 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
AED 246
AED 310 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8/10 Very Good! (658 reviews)
Good location, nice breakfast. Access to the gym snd pool was included in our stay which was great.

Reviewed on 6 February 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Edinburgh
Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG

4 out of 5
132 Corstorphine Road Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AED 183 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
AED 183
AED 220 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,119 reviews)
Very friendly and helpful staff, room very clean, breakfast was very good with a large selection of hot and cold items

Reviewed on 2 February 2026

Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG
Moxy Edinburgh Airport

Moxy Edinburgh Airport

3 out of 5
1 Fairview Road Newbridge Scotland
The price is AED 279 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
AED 279
AED 353 total
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newbridge. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,240 reviews)
Clean room, great lighting. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Lobby was fun and welcoming.

Reviewed on 4 February 2026

Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket

Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket

3 out of 5
152 Morrison Street Edinburgh Scotland
The price is AED 270 per night from Feb 12 to Feb 13
AED 270
AED 324 total
12 Feb - 13 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,628 reviews)
Staff are all friendly, accessible location

Reviewed on 5 February 2026

Point A Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
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Other neighborhoods around Merchiston

New Permament mooring on Union Canal

Fountainbridge

If you're spending some time in Fountainbridge, FountainPark and Gambado are top sights worth seeing.

Fountainbridge
Barclay Church from Warrender Park Terrace

Bruntsfield

5/5(31 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
The View From Blackford Hill

Morningside

4.5/5(13 area reviews)

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
Dean Village Edinburgh

Haymarket

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

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.

Haymarket
Aerial view of historic city with cathedral and old town, Merchiston, Edinburgh, Scotland.

West End

4.5/5(193 area reviews)

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

West End
Aerial view of sunset over Murrayfield International Stadium and residential neighborhood in Gorgie, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom.

Gorgie

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

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

Gorgie

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