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Gifford House

3.5 star property

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Premium Double Room
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Premium Suite
Premium Double Room
Premium Suite | Garden view

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar

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103 Dalkeith Rd, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH16 5AJ
  • Place, Holyrood Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Edinburgh
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Mile
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Double Room

  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Quadruple Room

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Standard Double Room

  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Triple Room

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Premium Suite

  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premium Double Room

  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Edinburgh

At Gifford House you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Edinburgh Castle and 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Royal Mile. Highlights at this guest house include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Prestonfield guest house, attractions include University of Edinburgh and National Museum of Scotland.

What's nearby

  • Holyrood Park - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • National Museum of Scotland - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Royal Mile - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Grassmarket - 6 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Princes Street Tram Stop - 6 min drive
  • Newcraighall Station - 9 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Haldi - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Abbey - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bar @ JMCC - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Southpour - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Gifford House

WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Edinburgh guest house is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
Gifford House offers 7 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature free minibar items and complimentary bottles of water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with in-room jetted baths, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Edinburgh guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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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 transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • 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

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 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

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Gifford House?

Yep, Gifford House has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Gifford House?

As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gifford House on 12 Mar 2026 start from AU$153, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Gifford House?

The closest beach to Gifford House is Portobello Beach (4.3 km).

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Gifford House?

No, but there are Jetted bath in the guestrooms.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gifford House?

No, Gifford House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Gifford House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Gifford House?

No, pets are not allowed.

Gifford House Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 9 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

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