4 stars
Gifford House
103 Dalkeith Road, Edinburgh, EH16 5AJ, United Kingdom
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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Overview
The friendly and welcoming Gifford House has free on street parking and is about 1.25 miles south of Princes Street and on a main bus route to Edinburgh city centre. Awarded a 4-star Gold Award by Visit Scotland, Gifford House is on the A7, but is quiet and peaceful to the rear. Rear bedrooms enjoy superb views towards Salisbury Crags and Arthur's Seat. The rooms and compact bathrooms are of a high standard and have free Wi-Fi. Housekeeping is only done on the day of departure. There are many golf courses close to Gifford House, and Holyrood Park is nearby.
Amenities at Gifford House
- Room service
- Free Wi-Fi
- Tea/coffee maker
- Free parking
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
- Free toiletries
- Internet
- Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Basics
- Free Wi-Fi
- Mobile hotspot device
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Internet
- Linens
- Towels
- Fire extinguisher
- Free toiletries
- Shampoo
- Smoke alarms
- Heating
- Adapter
- Body soap
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Trash cans
- Conditioner
General
- Quiet street view
- Seating area
- Garden view
- Inner courtyard view
- Sofa
- Soundproof rooms
- Landmark view
- Carpeted
- Mountain view
- City view
- Storage available
Bathroom
- Shower
- Shower cap
- Hairdryer
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
- Toothbrush
- Private bathroom
- Walk-in shower
Dining
- Wine glasses
- Electric kettle
- Packed lunches
- Fruits
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Tea/coffee maker
- Refrigerator
- Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
Accessibility and suitability
- Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
- Hypoallergenic
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Allergy-free room
- No smoking
- Non-feather pillow
- Upper floors accessible by stairs
Services and conveniences
- Wake-up service
- Safety deposit box
- Room service
- Key access
- Express check-out
- Bottle of water
- Private check-in/check-out
Media and entertainment
- Radio
- Flat-screen TV
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Streaming service
- TV
- DVD player
Bedroom
- Feather pillow
- Socket near the bed
- Alarm clock
- Wardrobe or closet
Things to do
- Hiking
- Board games/puzzles
- Golf
Outdoor
- Terrace/Patio
- Garden
Workspace
- Fax/photocopying
- Desk
Parking and transportation
- Free parking
Laundry
- Iron and ironing board
Health and safety
- Safe
Family friendly
- Books, DVDs, music for children
Reviews of Gifford House
8.8
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Summary of reviews
Guests say
Guests appreciate the great location of the hotel, which is conveniently close to public transport and major attractions. Cleanliness is consistently highlighted, along with the comfort of the beds. The service is praised, with many guests mentioning friendly staff and a welcoming atmosphere. However, several guests expressed concerns regarding the value for money, with high prices not always matching the amenities offered. Some also noted issues with noise levels and dated bathroom facilities.AI-Generated from customer reviews
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Location
103 Dalkeith Road, Edinburgh, EH16 5AJ
What's nearby
- University of Edinburgh1.5 km
- National Museum of Scotland1.7 km
- Scottish Parliament Building1.8 km
- The Royal Mile1.8 km
- Holyrood Palace1.9 km
- St Giles' Cathedral2 km
- Grassmarket2.1 km
- Craigmillar Castle2.1 km
- Calton Hill2.3 km
- Edinburgh Castle2.3 km
- Princes Street Gardens2.4 km
- Princes Street2.4 km
Policies
Check-in/Check-out | Check in anytime after 11:00 AM, check out anytime before 10:30 AM |
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Value for money | 7.9 |
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Distance to city center | 2.4 km |
Nearest Airport | Edinburgh Turnhouse |
Distance to airport | 12.7 km |