Merchiston Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Merchiston, Edinburgh

You’ll probably want to seek out the places with historical relevance during your holiday in Merchiston. While you’re out exploring, you might want to check out the bars and restaurants. You can also relish a trip to the coffee shops during your stay.

Based on our travel expertise, Martin’s Guesthouse is a top guest house on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features on-site parking and free WiFi. Grassmarket is a short 20-minute walk away. If you’re interested in local history, another option for your stay is Merchiston Residence.

Merchiston has 29 hotels bookable on Expedia, including 4 hotels designated as historic or close to historic sites.

Merchiston is notable for landmarks like Holy Corner. Additionally, in the area, you’ll find Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile.

When you choose a historic hotel, you’ll spend a night or two someplace that has an official historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired in the public spaces and guestrooms of these historic hotels in Merchiston, giving a real sense of character.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel is generally what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value as well as how it influenced the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you’ve come to expect, while every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the amenities found at a contemporary hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Merchiston, don’t worry that you’ll find a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.