Gifford House

Guesthouse within easy reach of Royal Mile

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February 2026
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Gifford House puts you just a 5-minute drive from Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Also, Edinburgh Castle and Grassmarket are within a short drive.
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (2)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Digital TV service
  • Minibar (stocked, free items)
  • Limited housekeeping
$80 nightly
$96 total
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Showing 7 of 7 rooms
Deluxe Twin Room | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, jetted tub, free toiletries, hair dryer
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
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Free minibar items
LCD TV
Hair dryer
  • 190 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Deluxe Double Room | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, jetted tub, 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
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Free minibar items
LCD TV
Hair dryer
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Deluxe Quadruple Room | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, jetted tub, 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
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Free minibar items
LCD TV
Hair dryer
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
Standard Double Room | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, jetted tub, 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
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Free minibar items
LCD TV
Hair dryer
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Standard Triple Room | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, jetted tub, 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
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Free minibar items
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
Separate tub and shower, jetted tub, free toiletries, hair dryer
Premium Suite | Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Premium Suite | Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
View from room

Premium Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Free minibar items
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
  • Garden view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Premium Double Room | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, jetted tub, free toiletries, hair dryer
Premium Double Room | Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Premium Double Room | Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Premium Double Room | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, jetted tub, free toiletries, hair dryer

Premium Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Free minibar items
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • 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
  • Grassmarket - 6 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 6 min drive - 2.7 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
  • ‪Bar @ JMCC - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Southpour - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Salisbury Arms - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Gifford House

Gifford House puts you just a 5-minute drive from Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh. You'll have free perks like 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 cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

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

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Services

  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Accessibility

  • High 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 bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (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
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Policies

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.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club

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 bathtub.

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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Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Exceptional

The room was absolutely adorable and perfect!
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