Gifford House

Guesthouse within easy reach of Royal Mile

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Gifford House puts you a short five-minute drive from Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh. You'll have free perks such as WiFi and self-parking. Also, Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket are within a short drive.
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (2)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Separate bath and shower
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Digital TV service
  • Minibar (stocked, free items)
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Free self-parking
£78
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb

Room options

Showing 6 of 6 rooms
Deluxe Twin Room | Garden view
Deluxe Twin Room | Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Deluxe Twin Room | Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Deluxe Twin Room | Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Free minibar items
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
Deluxe Double Room | Bathroom | Separate bathtub and shower, jetted bath, free toiletries, hair dryer
Deluxe Double Room | Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Deluxe Double Room | Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Deluxe Double Room | Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Free minibar items
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Deluxe Quadruple Room | Bathroom | Separate bathtub and shower, jetted bath, free toiletries, hair dryer
Deluxe Quadruple Room | Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Deluxe Quadruple Room | Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Deluxe Quadruple Room | Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Quadruple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Free minibar items
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
Standard Double Room | Bathroom | Separate bathtub and shower, jetted bath, free toiletries, hair dryer
Standard Double Room | Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Standard Double Room | Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Standard Double Room | Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Free minibar items
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Standard Triple Room | Bathroom | Separate bathtub and shower, jetted bath, free toiletries, hair dryer
Standard Triple Room | Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Standard Triple Room | Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Standard Triple Room | Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Free minibar items
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
Deluxe Apartment | Bathroom | Separate bathtub and shower, jetted bath, free toiletries, hair dryer
Deluxe Apartment | Bathroom | Separate bathtub and shower, jetted bath, free toiletries, hair dryer
Deluxe Apartment | Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Deluxe Apartment | Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
103 Dalkeith Rd, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH16 5AJ

What's nearby

  • Royal Commonwealth Pool - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Holyrood Park - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Royal Mile - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Arthur's Seat - 6 min drive - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 38 min drive
  • Newcraighall Station - 9 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 29 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 29 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Haldi - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bar @ JMCC - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Salisbury Arms - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Leslie's Bar - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Gifford House

Gifford House puts you a short five-minute drive from Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh. You'll have free perks such as WiFi and self-parking. Also, Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket are within a short drive.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 7 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Services

  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Accessibility

  • Deep-pile carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Jetted
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Mini fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Gifford House?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Gifford House?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Gifford House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Does Gifford House have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a jetted bath.

What's the area around Gifford House like?

Gifford House is a short 16-minute walk from University of Edinburgh and 14 minutes' walk from Holyrood Park.

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Gifford House Reviews

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10

Amenities

10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Exceptional

The room was absolutely adorable and perfect!
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