The Gifford Hotel - Edinburgh

$$$$||View on mapEdinburgh, United Kingdom103 Dalkeith Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH16 5AJ|
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The Gifford Hotel - Edinburgh
103 Dalkeith Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH16 5AJ·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.0Great
Highest Rated
Cleanliness8.6
Comfort8.6
Free WiFi8.1
Location8.1
Lowest Rated
Facilities7.9
Value for money7.6
Staff7.5
Who stays here
Couples52%
Families21%
Groups16%
Solo11%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.0Great
Highest Rated
Cleanliness8.6
Comfort8.6
Free WiFi8.1
Location8.1
Lowest Rated
Facilities7.9
Value for money7.6
Staff7.5
Who stays here
Couples52%
Families21%
Groups16%
Solo11%

4-Star Gold Award Victorian guest house with views of Arthur's Seat in Edinburgh

Accommodations & Amenities

Gifford House Edinburgh offers Deluxe Family Rooms, Deluxe King Rooms, and Standard Family Rooms, each with a private bathroom. The property provides soundproof rooms, allergy-free room options, and a safety deposit box for guest security. Guests have access to a shared lounge/TV area and a sun terrace with garden views.

Location & Access

Gifford House Edinburgh Scotland sits on Dalkeith Road, just over a mile south of Princes Street, with direct bus routes to the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. The property offers free limited on-street parking, a rare find in central Edinburgh. Holyrood Park, local golf courses, and independent cafés are within walking distance.

Family-Friendly Accommodations

Gifford House Edinburgh Scotland provides Deluxe Family Rooms and Standard Family Rooms with three beds, offering space for families of four. The property supplies board games and puzzles for children's entertainment. Guests receive complimentary water and soft drinks in the minibar upon arrival.

Services & Policies

Gifford House operates as a self-service guest house with a fully digital check-in kiosk and no staff on site. A £100 safety authorization deposit is required, returned 24 hours after checkout, and staff are contactable via WhatsApp from 7am to 9pm UK time. The property offers express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, and packed lunches for guests.

Awards & Recognition

Gifford House Edinburgh Scotland holds a 4-Star Gold Award by Visit Scotland, recognizing its attention to detail and cleanliness. The property has received guest ratings of 10/10 for its Deluxe Family Rooms and Deluxe King Rooms. Guest reviews highlight the complimentary drinks in the minibar and the stunning views of Salisbury Crags and Arthur's Seat.

  • Accolades: 4-Star Gold Award by Visit Scotland
  • Rooms: Deluxe Family Rooms, Deluxe King Rooms, Standard Family Rooms
  • Location: 1 mile from Princes Street, bus routes to Royal Mile
  • Parking: Free limited on-street parking available
  • Family: Board games, puzzles, and family rooms with three beds
  • Check-in: Fully digital self check-in kiosk with WhatsApp support
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-21:00
from 09:00-10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:11
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Rooms and availability

Family King Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed2 Single beds
Deluxe Family Twin Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
Superior King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Off-site parking lot

Baggage storage
24-hour services
TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Check-in/ Check-out

Express check-in/ -out

VIP check-in/ -out

Sports activities

Hiking

Golf course

Sports & Fitness

  • Hiking
  • Golf course

Services

  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Children

  • Board games

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room view

  • Garden view
  • City view
  • With view

Room features

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Gifford Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 118 US$
📏 Distance to center 1.2 mi
✈️ Distance to airport 14.3 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Edinburgh, EDI

Location

103 Dalkeith Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH16 5AJ
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103 Dalkeith Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH16 5AJ
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Reviews of The Gifford Hotel

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