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Gifford House

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Located close to University of Edinburgh, Gifford House has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

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8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Room options

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View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room - Self Served

A bedroom with two beds, a wooden headboard, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Twin Room - Self Served

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room - Self Served

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a television, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room - Self Served

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Quadruple Room - Self Served

A hotel room with two beds, floral wallpaper, and red and beige bedding.

Deluxe Quadruple Room - Self Served

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room - Self Served

A view through curtains of a townhouse with a well-maintained lawn and a red car parked on the street.

Standard Double Room - Self Served

  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Triple Room - Self Served

A bedroom with two beds, a desk, and a TV.

Standard Triple Room - Self Served

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace - Self Served

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a chandelier.

Premium Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace - Self Served

  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Double Room - Self Served

A hotel room with a large bed, a chandelier, a painting, and a view of the outside.

Premium Double Room - Self Served

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in Prestonfield, a neighborhood in Edinburgh, Gifford House is near a train station. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Grassmarket and Princes Street. Check out an event or a game at Murrayfield Stadium, and consider making time for Edinburgh Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Edinburgh travel guide
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103 Dalkeith Rd, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH16 5AJ

What's nearby

  • A hiking trail with people walking, surrounded by autumn-colored bushes and a cityscape in the background.
    Holyrood Park
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • A tree-lined path in a park with cherry blossoms.
    The Meadows
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • A historic building with a central dome and symmetrical wings.
    University of Edinburgh
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, including a Gothic church and a classical building with arches.
    Royal Mile
    7 min drive - 2.7 km
  • A stone pathway leading to historic buildings with a castle in the background.
    Grassmarket
    8 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop
    6 min drive
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station
    7 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
    38 min drive

Restaurants

  • Matto Pizza
    10 min walk
  • Haldi
    9 min walk
  • The Abbey
    10 min walk
  • Brass Monkey Grange
    11 min walk
  • The Salisbury Arms
    5 min walk

About this property

Gifford House

  • Guesthouse near University of Edinburgh
  • Close to Grassmarket, Gifford House has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • Express check-in, a nature reserve, and smoke-free premises
    • Luggage storage
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and free stocked minibars, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
    • LCD TVs with digital channels
    • Mini fridges, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking within 1 mile
  • Street parking available
  • Limited onsite parking

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; 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
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance 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

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Is Gifford House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available. There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Gifford House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Gifford House?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Gifford House located?

Located in Prestonfield, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Queen's Hall and University of Edinburgh. Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle are also within 2 mi (3 km). Edinburgh Waverley Station is 27 minutes by foot and Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) is 29 minutes.

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