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Gifford House

3.5 star property
3.5-star guest house near Edinburgh Castle

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Standard Double Room | Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Deluxe Apartment | Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Deluxe Apartment | View from room
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Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Deluxe Twin Room | Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 190 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double Room

  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Quadruple Room | Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Quadruple Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room | Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Triple Room | Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Triple Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Apartment | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, jetted tub, free toiletries, hair dryer

Deluxe Apartment

  • 538 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Edinburgh

Prestonfield stay.Your stay at this Prestonfield guesthouse places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile. Royal Commonwealth Pool and National Library of Scotland are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Royal Commonwealth Pool - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Holyrood Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of Edinburgh - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Royal Mile - 5 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Arthur's Seat - 6 min drive - 0.6 miles

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
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bar @ JMCC - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪New Garden Grove - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dehli Diner - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Gifford House

3.5-star guest house near Edinburgh Castle
WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Edinburgh guesthouse 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 bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with jetted bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Edinburgh guesthouse 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

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

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 self parking on site

Accessibility

  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

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

  • No pets 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

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
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. 

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gifford House to the airport?

Gifford House is 12.7 mi (38-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gifford House?

As of Nov 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gifford House on Nov 30, 2025 start from $119.12, excluding 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.

Does Gifford House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Gifford House.

How close is Gifford House to the beach?

This guesthouse is 4.2 mi (21-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 12.7 mi (33-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Gifford House offer free breakfast?

Gifford House does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gifford House?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Gifford House?

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

Is there free parking at Gifford House?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Gifford House have a pool?

Gifford House does not have a pool.

Does Gifford House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Gifford House to downtown Edinburgh?

Gifford House is 1.4 mi away from Edinburgh.