What is Merkinch like?

Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Inverness's Merkinch neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Merkinch Local Nature Reserve and Merkinch Local Nature Reserve as part of your Merkinch travel plans.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Merkinch?

Based on our traveller data, Lyndon Guest House is one of the top choices for your stay in Merkinch. This guest house offers free breakfast and free parking.

How many hotels should I expect to find in Merkinch?

Expedia has 51 hotels and other accommodation options in Merkinch to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Inverness area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Merkinch, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals in Merkinch.

What can I see and do in this Inverness neighbourhood?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Merkinch with a visit to Merkinch Local Nature Reserve and Merkinch Local Nature Reserve. When you're sightseeing in Inverness, Victorian Market and Inverness Museum and Art Gallery are also worth a stop.

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A neatly made bed with a grey blanket and two folded towels, two bedside lamps, and a headboard.

1. 2 Lower Kessock Street

Merkinch

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A neatly made bed with a dark blue blanket and white linens, a bedside table with a lamp, and a TV mounted on the wall.

2. 4 Lower Kessock Street

Merkinch

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern bar area with a central island, multiple seating options, and a unique ceiling design with integrated greenery.

3. AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness

Inverness City Centre, 1.1 km from Merkinch

D Roxanne

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

4. River Ness Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals

Inverness City Centre, 1.4 km from Merkinch

Amy

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A grand staircase with ornate railings, flanked by a reception desk and a clock.

5. The Royal Highland Hotel

Inverness City Centre, 1.6 km from Merkinch

sabrina

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A buffet setup with various dishes and bowls on a wooden table, surrounded by shelves with kitchenware.

6. B&B HOTEL Inverness

Inverness City Centre, 1.4 km from Merkinch

Shad

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A traditional stone building with a red awning labeled "Torridon," featuring a corner window, a chimney, and decorative flower boxes.

7. Torridon Guest House

Inverness City Centre, 1.2 km from Merkinch

Alison

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A white door with a number '18' above it, leading to a gated entrance with a stone wall and a paved path.

8. Ardross Glencairn

Inverness City Centre, 1.7 km from Merkinch

Kari

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A traditional white building with a sign reading 'NORTH KESSOCK HOTEL' and a green fence in front.

9. North Kessock Hotel

1.4 km from Merkinch

Al

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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

10. The Coo's Guest House

Inverness City Centre, 1.4 km from Merkinch

James

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A river with a bridge, trees, and historic buildings in the background.

11. Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel

Inverness City Centre, 2 km from Merkinch

Sukhrob

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A breakfast buffet with various food items and condiments.

12. Mercure Inverness Hotel

Inverness City Centre, 1.5 km from Merkinch

Carolyn

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

13. Premier Inn Inverness Millburn Rd

Millburn, 2 km from Merkinch

Marty

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

Inverness City Centre, 1.9 km from Merkinch

Eugene

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A historic stone building with a conservatory, a driveway, and a parking area marked with a wheelchair symbol.

15. Lochardil House Hotel

Lochardil, 3.5 km from Merkinch

Nicholas

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A table with a coffee pot, cups, and a newspaper by a window overlooking a castle and river.

16. Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality

Inverness City Centre, 1.7 km from Merkinch

reece

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

17. Kingsmills Hotel

Crown, 2.8 km from Merkinch

Warren

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A stone building with a red door, steps leading up to the entrance, and potted plants.

18. Cambeth Lodge Guesthouse

Dalneigh, 1.2 km from Merkinch

lisa

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

19. Black Isle Bar and Rooms

Inverness City Centre, 1.4 km from Merkinch

Cynthia

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A large indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a hot tub, and a spa area.

20. Leonardo Hotel Inverness

2.9 km from Merkinch

Lyn

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Where to stay in Merkinch

Find the best Merkinch areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A large castle with multiple towers and a flag on top, surrounded by lush green hills and trees.

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.

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A historic building with a prominent tower and green dome.

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.

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A river with trees and a historic building on the right.

Ballifeary

While visiting Ballifeary, you might make a stop by sights like Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Botanic Gardens.

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A historic waterfront with a row of Gothic-style buildings reflecting in calm water.

Lochardil

When in Lochardil, you can plan a visit to Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Castle, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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A lake surrounded by mountains and a forested 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.

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Top Merkinch Hotel Reviews

Beaufort Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"It’s a beautiful place. I’m glad I chose here."

Craigmonie Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality

10/10 Excellent

"This is quiet jewel in Inverness. The staff are excellent and very helpful and accommodating. The rooms are comfortable and cozy. The facilities are clean, tidy and well appointed. The hotel is an easy walk to many of the landmarks of Inverness; Inverness Castle, many good local restaurants and shops and the Train Station. We enjoyed our stay and look forward to our next visit!"

Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality

8/10 Good

"Unfortunately it was massively over priced but this was due to the Loch Ness marathon weekend. We stayed 2 nights and were very disappointed that we didn't get breakfast on the first morning due to having to leave early for the marathon. I think they could have offered to open half hour earlier personally considering that there were a lot of runners staying at the hotel! The breakfast the next day was nice enough though so no complaints there. They had no chef for evening meals which we weren't told about before coming up either so later Saturday night we had to go out and look for food which was tricky given it was a really busy weekend for the city! When we booked there was nowhere to click double "bed" so unfortunately we had 2 single beds. When I asked about it after checking my invoice the lady behind the desk said that I had to stipulate when booking even though I clicked double room!! The lady on reception on the day we checked out however was very lovely. She booked us a taxi and she was very helpful."

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Our top choices for Merkinch hotels

1. 2 Lower Kessock Street

2. 4 Lower Kessock Street

3. AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness

4. River Ness Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals

5. The Royal Highland Hotel

6. B&B HOTEL Inverness

7. Torridon Guest House

8. Ardross Glencairn

9. North Kessock Hotel

10. The Coo's Guest House

11. Glenmoriston Townhouse Hotel

12. Mercure Inverness Hotel

13. Premier Inn Inverness Millburn Rd

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

15. Lochardil House Hotel

16. Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality

17. Kingsmills Hotel

18. Cambeth Lodge Guesthouse

19. Black Isle Bar and Rooms

20. Leonardo Hotel Inverness

Where to stay in Merkinch

Inverness City Centre

Crown

Ballifeary

Lochardil

Dalneigh

Top Merkinch Hotel Reviews

Beaufort Hotel

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