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Gifford House

3.5 star property
Guesthouse with free parking, near Royal Mile

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

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is €91
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec

Room options

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Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Free minibar items
LCD TV
Jetted bath
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Free minibar items
LCD TV
Jetted bath
Hairdryer
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Quadruple Room

Deluxe Quadruple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Free minibar items
LCD TV
Jetted bath
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Free minibar items
LCD TV
Jetted bath
Hairdryer
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Free minibar items
LCD TV
Jetted bath
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Apartment | Bathroom

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

  • Prestonfield Golf Club - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • 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

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
  • ‪Bar @ JMCC - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Salisbury Arms - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dehli Diner - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Gifford House

Guest house near University of Edinburgh
Close to Royal Mile, Gifford House has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Luggage storage, a nature reserve and smoke-free property
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and free stocked minibars, as well as perks such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Jetted bath, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 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 transport

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

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

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
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is Gifford House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gifford House?

As of 23 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gifford House on 24 Dec 2025 start from €91.41, 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.

How much is parking at Gifford House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gifford House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Gifford House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gifford House located?

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

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Reviews

Gifford House Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Arghya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was absolutely adorable and perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025