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A large, historic building with multiple windows and a prominent tower, situated by a river.

A bar with wooden shelves stocked with bottles and glasses, a chandelier, and a door with a sign.

A wooden table with a bottle, glasses, and a fruit platter in a room with patterned wallpaper and wooden beams.

A spacious lobby with a large window, elegant furniture, and a chandelier.

1. The Ambassador Hotel

Inverness City Centre, 2.2 km from Merkinch Local Nature Reserve

€595

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A courtyard with a covered seating area, a building with multiple windows, and a well-maintained garden.

A modern building with a covered patio and a garden.

A multi-story building with a green roof, situated on a golf course with sand bunkers and a view of the sea.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with two armchairs, a small table, and a breakfast setup.

2. Ness Walk

Ballifeary, 2.5 km from Merkinch Local Nature Reserve

Darren

€518

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A modern kitchen with black cabinets, a stainless steel island, and pendant lights.

A modern kitchen with a central island, black chairs, and a microwave.

A staircase with wooden steps and a metal railing, leading to a landing with a framed picture on the wall.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a window, and a radiator.

3. Scardroy Bell Tower

Inverness City Centre, 1.8 km from Merkinch Local Nature Reserve

Adrian

€313

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A building with a stone facade, a wooden door, and flower boxes on the windowsills.

A staircase with a white wall and black-framed pictures.

A breakfast buffet with various food items and condiments.

A building with a sign for guest parking and entrance.

4. Heathcote B&B

Ballifeary, 2.6 km from Merkinch Local Nature Reserve

Amy

€163

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A building with a grand entrance, steps leading up to a covered area, and a stone facade.

A red-walled room with a grand piano, a sofa set, and a large mirror.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outside.

A bar area with a green counter, black chairs, and a patterned floor.

5. Rocpool Reserve

Inverness City Centre, 2.7 km from Merkinch Local Nature Reserve

Rachel

€368

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table. There is a kitchen area with a stove and cabinets.

A modern kitchen with a large island, built-in appliances, and a view of a bridge.

A riverside view with a bridge, buildings, and a castle in the background.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, large windows with a city view, and a kitchen area.

6. Highland Apartments By Mansley

Inverness City Centre, 2.1 km from Merkinch Local Nature Reserve

Kevin

€276

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A bar area with teal seating, a bar counter, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a bedside table with a lamp, and a built-in headboard.

A bar area with shelves displaying bottles, a round table with a glass and a decorative item, and a red chair.

7. River Ness Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals

Inverness City Centre, 1.9 km from Merkinch Local Nature Reserve

Vivienne

€371

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A corner house with bay windows, a front door, and a sign indicating it is a guest house.

A staircase with a plaid carpet leading to a room with a desk, a couch, and a fire exit sign.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A signboard with 'Loch Ness' and 'Welcome to Fort Augustus' written on it, placed by a lake with waves and hills in the background.

8. Park Hill Guest House

Inverness City Centre, 2.3 km from Merkinch Local Nature Reserve

Rebecca

€157

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a small table with a kettle, and a painting on the wall.

A two-story building with a yellow door, multiple windows, and a brick facade.

A wooden deck with picnic tables, a potted plant, and a brick building in the background.

A staircase with a wooden handrail and a wall-mounted vent.

9. The Coo's Guest House

Inverness City Centre, 1.9 km from Merkinch Local Nature Reserve

Autumn

€160

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, a variety of seating options including a blue armchair, a yellow chair, and a grey sofa.

A commercial kitchen with stainless steel appliances, including multiple burners and a large range hood.

A modern hotel lobby with a grey sofa, blue armchairs, a small round table, and a decorative wall mural.

A lobby with a reception desk, a grey sofa, two patterned armchairs, a patterned rug, and a potted plant.

10. Inverness Youth Hostel

Millburn, 2.6 km from Merkinch Local Nature Reserve

Anonymous traveller

€87

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A crowded indoor venue with round tables and chairs, people engaged in conversation, and a warm, dimly lit atmosphere.

A room with a brown armchair, a bedside table with a lamp, and a bed.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a wall-mounted shelf with a framed picture, and a potted plant.

A room with a window, a blue armchair, a wooden bench, and a TV mounted on the wall.

11. Hootananny

Inverness City Centre, 1.9 km from Merkinch Local Nature Reserve

Adam

€211

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A restaurant with wooden tables, comfortable seating, and large windows allowing natural light.

A distillery with copper stills and a large window overlooking a stone wall.

A hotel room with a large forest-themed mural on the wall, a neatly made bed with a brown throw blanket, and two nightstands with lamps and decorative items.

A distillery with a large sign reading "like theist" and outdoor seating with benches covered in snow.

12. The Glen Mhor Hotel and Uile-bheist Brewery & Distillery

Inverness City Centre, 2.4 km from Merkinch Local Nature Reserve

Eryn

€219

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A room with a view of a castle through large windows, a round table, and two upholstered chairs.

A room with a round table and two chairs, large windows with white frames, and a view of a building and trees.

A bar area with a counter, bar stools, and hanging chandeliers.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and three chandeliers.

13. Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotels Distinctive

Inverness City Centre, 2.2 km from Merkinch Local Nature Reserve

Jennifer

€313

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A mirror with a decorative deer head centerpiece, a candelabra with lit candles, and a patterned wall.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a round cushioned bench, and a planter box.

A bar area with stools, a coffee machine, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A hotel entrance with a sign for Beaufort Hotel, indicating it offers banqueting, conferencing, and accommodation with a bar.

14. Beaufort Hotel

Inverness City Centre, 2.6 km from Merkinch Local Nature Reserve

Thomas

€183

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A two-story building with a traditional architectural style, featuring a prominent entrance with a wooden door and a balcony.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a toilet, and a bidet.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk with a kettle, and a chair.

A living room with three plaid armchairs, a glass coffee table, and a small side table. There are two windows with blinds, a framed picture on the wall, and a ceiling light fixture.

15. Bank House

Inverness City Centre, 2.6 km from Merkinch Local Nature Reserve

Vignesh

€126

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious lobby with a pool, seating areas, and a staircase.

A historic building with a reception area, outdoor seating, and a covered walkway.

A restaurant with a high ceiling, large windows, and plaid-patterned chairs. Tables are set with white tablecloths and silverware.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bench, a wardrobe, and a nightstand with a lamp.

16. Craigmonie Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality

Crown, 3 km from Merkinch Local Nature Reserve

emily

€145

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A bar area with multiple beer taps and a selection of glasses hanging from the ceiling.

A pizza with basil and tomato slices on a plate next to a glass of beer on a wooden table.

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and barrels, surrounded by wooden fences and a corrugated metal roof.

A small, dark leather armchair in a corner of a room with a radiator, a floor lamp, and a window with curtains.

17. Black Isle Bar and Rooms

Inverness City Centre, 1.9 km from Merkinch Local Nature Reserve

Christienne

€164

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A room with a checkered floor, two armchairs, a table with drinks, and a view through large windows.

A modern cafe with a wooden counter, blue leather chairs, and a laptop.

A bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a variety of liquor bottles.

18. Mercure Inverness Hotel

Inverness City Centre, 2 km from Merkinch Local Nature Reserve

Carolyn

€186

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a river view, a wooden TV stand, and a bench.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a washing machine, a microwave, and a stove.

A row of multi-story buildings with a bridge in the background.

A bedroom with a bed, dresser, and a painting on the wall.

19. Riverview Apartment

Inverness City Centre, 1.4 km from Merkinch Local Nature Reserve

Dennis

€559

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A table set with a potted plant, wine glasses, and salt and pepper shakers.

A bar area with multiple shelves of liquor bottles, copper pipes, and bar equipment.

A distillery with copper stills and a large window.

A building with a large glass window reflecting industrial structures and a sign for 'Little theista Distillery & Brewery' with a dragon design.

20. The Glen Mhor Apartments

Inverness City Centre, 2.4 km from Merkinch Local Nature Reserve

NAVJOT

€287

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Merkinch Local Nature Reserve

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Ambassador Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 9 reviews	View
Ness Walk	9.8 Exceptional 594 reviews	View
Scardroy Bell Tower	9.6 Exceptional 18 reviews	View
Heathcote B&B	9.2 Wonderful 450 reviews	View
Rocpool Reserve	9.4 Exceptional 301 reviews	View

Top Merkinch Local Nature Reserve Hotel Reviews

Ardross Glencairn

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice small inn I found on Expedia. I have no negatives to offer. Great location close to restaurants and shops."

The Glen Mhor Hotel and Uile-bheist Brewery & Distillery

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is very close to the busy center of town and right across the street from the river. The room was clean and had more than adequate space for two. The hotel did not provide shampoo, so bring some. The breakfast buffet was filling."

The Royal Highland Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The Royal Highland Hotel is a great place to stay. It is an old building and retains the splendid character of its original design, both inside and out. The facilities are perfectly adequate, and it is an ideal place to stayi f connient"

River Ness Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful location, right in the heart of town and yet the room was so quiet. We faced the street side, but could not hear any traffic or noise of any kind. Our room was spacious, clean, and well stocked with complimentary water and wine in the fridge. Staff were absolutely wonderful! We did not end up having the breakfast, but our friend did, and she raved about it – especially the fresh fruit."

Beaufort Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The Chief Chambers Suite is exquisite! Comfy king size bed plus pull out sofa chairs for my son. Elegant furnishings. Gorgeous bathroom with jacuzzi tub and oversized rainfall shower. Staff is friendly and helpful."

Black Friars

10/10 Excellent

"We loved staying here - old establishment with so much history paired with modern, well kept rooms. If I could give the helpfulness of the staff 6 stars, I would. We felt warmly welcomed and cared for at every turn."

Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Modern building with the modern features and they worked like they should. I can highly recommend it. (a bonus is the great restaurant and brewery next door)"

Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality

8/10 Good

"Friendly staff"

AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness

10/10 Excellent

"Great shiny and new hotel with fantastic staff who were super friendly and helpful. Only a few minutes walk from the station so quiet and private location by the river. Room was great and had all mod concerns. Only downside was there was a fair bit of noise from building work happening on the external building but it was only in the daytime. Would happily stay there again."

Other attractions near Merkinch Local Nature Reserve

A calm canal with a lock gate, surrounded by greenery and buildings, under a twilight sky.

Muirtown Canal Locks

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A spacious indoor market with a high arched ceiling, various shops including a barber shop, and a Christmas tree.

Victorian Market

7.8/10 (556 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Inverness with a visit to Victorian Market. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront and enjoy its lively bars.

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Eastgate Shopping Centre

8.0/10 (625 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Eastgate Shopping Centre during your stay in Inverness. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.

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beach near Clachnaharry

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Clachnaharry during your trip to Inverness? Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

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Merkinch Local Nature Reserve

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Merkinch Local Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Inverness. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Sarens PSG Stadium

7.8/10 (38 reviews)

Catch an event at Sarens PSG Stadium during your trip to Inverness. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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Inverness Museum and Art Gallery

8.8/10 (42 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Inverness Museum and Art Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Inverness. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

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Inverness Visit Scotland Information Centre

8.6/10 (19 reviews)

Inverness Visit Scotland Information Centre is just one of the places to see in Inverness, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Merkinch Local Nature Reserve?

Merkinch Local Nature Reserve is located in Inverness. This walkable area is known for its stunning river views and sightseeing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 112 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Merkinch Local Nature Reserve?

AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from Merkinch Local Nature Reserve. Other good choices within 5 miles include The Glen Mhor Hotel and Uile-bheist Brewery & Distillery and Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality.

How many hotels will I find near Merkinch Local Nature Reserve?

Expedia has 112 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Merkinch Local Nature Reserve.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Merkinch Local Nature Reserve, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Merkinch Local Nature Reserve.

What can I see and do near Merkinch Local Nature Reserve?

Inverness Castle, Clootie Well and Red Castle are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can wander around Ness Islands, Merkinch Local Nature Reserve or Bellfield Park if you want a dose of fresh air. Create some family memories at Inverness Leisure, Inverness Botanic Gardens and Wildwoodz Paintball and Lasertag Park while you're exploring the area around Merkinch Local Nature Reserve.

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Our top choices for Merkinch Local Nature Reserve hotels

1. The Ambassador Hotel

2. Ness Walk

3. Scardroy Bell Tower

4. Heathcote B&B

5. Rocpool Reserve

6. Highland Apartments By Mansley

7. River Ness Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals

8. Park Hill Guest House

9. The Coo's Guest House

10. Inverness Youth Hostel

11. Hootananny

12. The Glen Mhor Hotel and Uile-bheist Brewery & Distillery

13. Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotels Distinctive

14. Beaufort Hotel

15. Bank House

16. Craigmonie Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality

17. Black Isle Bar and Rooms

18. Mercure Inverness Hotel

19. Riverview Apartment

20. The Glen Mhor Apartments

Compare popular hotels close to Merkinch Local Nature Reserve

Top Merkinch Local Nature Reserve Hotel Reviews

Ardross Glencairn

The Glen Mhor Hotel and Uile-bheist Brewery & Distillery

The Royal Highland Hotel

River Ness Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals

Beaufort Hotel

Black Friars

Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel

Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality

AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness

Other attractions near Merkinch Local Nature Reserve

Muirtown Canal Locks

Victorian Market

Eastgate Shopping Centre

beach near Clachnaharry

Merkinch Local Nature Reserve

Sarens PSG Stadium

Inverness Museum and Art Gallery

Inverness Visit Scotland Information Centre

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