Merkinch Travel Guide
Inverness
Visit Merkinch
Popular places to visit
Inverness Castle
Find out about the history of Inverness when you spend time at Inverness Castle. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Inverness Cathedral
Inverness Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Inverness, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Urquhart Castle
Find out about the history of Inverness when you take a trip to Urquhart Castle. Savour the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.
Eden Court Theatre
Enjoy a performance at Eden Court Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Inverness. Discover the lively bars in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Culloden Battlefield
Culloden Battlefield is just one of the places to see in Inverness, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Fort George
You can find out about the history of Inverness with a stop at Fort George. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Merkinch
The Glen Mhor Hotel and Uile-bheist Brewery & Distillery
"Very clean and unique place with great river views. The brewery was great! Restaurant was good for dinner but breakfast was just okay. Staff was a bit confused at times with parking options and taking deposits. It all worked out in the end and I would recommend staying here. Thank you"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality
"For a nice hotel you’d expect a few normallities like drinking water, glassses, even a biscuit with the tea and coffee. The shower gel and liquid soaps not even fefiked"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
River Ness Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals
"Everything was great"
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
The Royal Highland Hotel
"It was the worst room ever and I stay in lots of hotels worldwide Asked for double bed and got 2 singles Room smell was old, window had to be held open with mug, bathroom was nice and clean but room was old fashioned and not comfortable place to be. I wouldn’t accept rooms at top of hotel, maybe ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Mercure Inverness Hotel
"Nice room, a bit hot. Good breakfast lots of choices"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive
"Amazing stay! Staff went above and beyond our expectations. Ale was terrific! Highly recommend,,,"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Merkinch
Inverness City Centre
The fantastic nightlife and stunning river views are just a few highlights of Inverness City Centre. Make a stop by Inverness Castle or Victorian Market while you're exploring the area.
Crown
While there might not be top attractions in Crown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Inverness Castle and Eastgate Shopping Centre.
Ballifeary
While visiting Ballifeary, you might make a stop by sights like Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Botanic Gardens.
Lochardil
When in Lochardil, you can plan a visit to Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Castle, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Dalneigh
Though Dalneigh may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Castle.
