The 4-star The Gifford Hotel Edinburgh offers spacious rooms nearly a 20-minute walk from Duddingston Loch. Located a few steps from The Edinburgh Hebrew Congregation Synagogue, this smoke-free hotel also provides a golf playground for guests who enjoy sports.
The guest house in Newington, which is a neighbourhood of southern Edinburgh, Scotland is 1.6 km from the award winning Surgeons' Hall Museums and 2.1 km from such shopping venues as the Grassmarket. The Gifford provides easy access to The Writers' Museum, which is about 25 minutes' walk away. The nearby notable religious buildings include the parish church "St Giles' Cathedral", 2.2 km from this accommodation. The hotel is within 5 minutes' walk of Marchhall Place bus stop and within 20 minutes' walk of Edinburgh Waverley train station in Edinburgh.
The Gifford Hotel welcomes guests to 11 allergy-free rooms. Some of them come with high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with coffee/tea making machines. There is also a private bathroom. Enjoy views of the garden, while staying at the property.
Scottish cuisine is offered at The Stables, located approximately 200 metres away.
8.1
Very Good
Based on 343 reviews
Important information
Check-in:from 15:00 until 21:00
Check-out:from 09:00 until 10:00
Extra beds/cots
The maximum number of extra beds allowed in a room is 1.
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What attractions should we attend while staying at the 4-star The Gifford Hotel?
The combined National Museum of Scotland, set a mere 1.9 km from the 4-star The Gifford Hotel, as well as Dynamic Earth Interactive Science Museum placed approximately a 25-minute walk from the property are worth visiting. If you are willing to explore even more landmarks in Edinburgh, attend Prestonfield Golf Club located 300 meters away.
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How far is the airport from The Gifford Hotel?
The distance to Edinburgh airport from The Gifford Hotel is about 25 km and it is reachable with a 27-minute drive.
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Is parking available at the 4-star The Gifford Hotel?
Yes, the 4-star The Gifford Hotel provides parking spaces nearby.
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What are the good places to dine not far from the hotel?
Guests can enjoy their meal in the restaurant Salisbury Green Bistro, serving British cuisine only steps away from the hotel.
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What is the earliest and the latest possible check-in time in the The Gifford Hotel?
The earliest check-in time is from 15:00.
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What is the earliest and the latest check-out time in the 4-star The Gifford Hotel?
The latest check-out time at the 4-star The Gifford Hotel is 10:00.
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What is the minimum price of the room in The Gifford Hotel?
The price for rooms at The Gifford Hotel starts at £137.
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Which payment methods are accepted in the guest house?
The guest house can accept the following payment methods:
Visa
American Express
Solo
Bankcard
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Maestro
Diners Club
JCB
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What room types does the The Gifford Hotel offer?
Standard Family Room, Superior King Room, and Two-Bedroom Apartment are offered in the The Gifford Hotel.
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What facilities do rooms of the 4-star The Gifford Hotel feature?
Each room at the 4-star The Gifford Hotel includes ironing equipment for guests' comfort.
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8.1
Very Good
Based on 343 reviews
Facilities
Internet access
Wi-Fi
Parking
Parking
Sports & entertainments
Hiking
Golf course
Services
Safe deposit box
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Security
Luggage storage
Tours/Ticket assistance
Eating places
Packed lunches
Special diet menus
Kitchen features
Electric kettle
Children facilities
Board games
Leisure facilities
Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Room features
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Dressing area
Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom features
Free toiletries
Devices
Flat-screen TV
Decor
Carpeted floor
General facilities
No smoking on site
Allergy-free rooms
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Pets
No pets allowed
8.1
Very Good
Based on 343 reviews
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Local attractions
Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC)
2.7 km
Assembly Rooms
2.6 km
Edinburgh Craigmillar Castle
2.1 km
Scottish National Gallery Of Modern Art
3.8 km
National Museums of Scotland
1.8 km
Hanover Fine Arts
3 km
King's Theatre
2.2 km
Airports
Edinburgh
23 km
Train stations
Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station
2.2 km
8.1
Very Good
Based on 343 reviews
Rooms & Availability
The Gifford Hotel welcomes guests to 11 allergy-free rooms. Some of them come with high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with coffee/tea making machines. There is also a private bathroom. Enjoy views of the garden, while staying at the property.
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8.1
Very Good
Based on 343 reviews
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Ross
2024-05-21
8/10
The view of inner courtyard was excellent, as well as very central location next to the bridge as well as shops.
Neil
2024-04-08
8/10
They provided a delicious and perfect breakfast with very good toast, juice, continental options. Quiet location in the neighborhood behind the b & b made it easy to get to key attractions.
Marc
2024-02-29
8/10
It was a good old hotel with inner courtyard views and fast Wi-Fi. The room was a nice size and brand-new, had very clean and included coffee/tea making machines, a fridge, and glassware. Everything was perfectly fine. The staff was helpful and my stay was real good, will be back.
Danny
2024-01-29
7/10
We loved this beautifully decorated and excellent hotel with inner courtyard views. Its location a couple of blocks away from Saint Mary's Cathedral was convenient and perfect. The property was a unique base for enjoying a quiet area. The restaurant here was good. The team provided a good service.
Rodney
2024-01-20
8/10
It offered us marvellous and unbeatable location close to the downtown.
Cecil
2023-12-31
7/10
Very very good breakfast with vegans almond, every taste plus black pudding, worth to decide on it.
George
2023-12-27
7/10
The stuff are pleasant, managed the parking nearby. The units are quiet with high ceiling. All in all they offer brilliant service.
Mary
2023-12-14
8/10
Fine hotel with magnificent location in the neighborhood behind the b & b, and the breakfast was great. The spotless room had a lovely view. There were free wireless internet, a seating area, and a high ceiling provided.
John
2023-12-06
8/10
We had a beautifully decorated room overlooking inner courtyard. The breakfast was delicious and perfect and offered plenty of items. The service was good and the food was tasty. You could leave a car nearby. Highly recommended for rest.
Christopher
2023-11-23
9/10
The location was great and perfect, the public spaces were exceptionally clean and the staff was outstandingly accommodating. We had an excellent breakfast with hot options and juice, for example included.
Tommy
2023-11-23
8/10
Beautiful and absolutely fantastic hotel in a lovely area adjacent to hikes on Arthur's Seat and Salisbury Crags, public transport and both the city centre and Castle and Holyrood Park and Arthur's Seat.
Sophia
2023-09-28
7/10
Spent here 2 fantastic days and will be back. The room itself was well-appointed with a lovely shower, a great view, for example and the breakfast was delicious.
Fred
2023-08-28
7/10
Marvellous spot so close to both the city centre and Castle and Holyrood Park and Arthur's Seat.
Richard
2023-08-25
8/10
Super friendly, best staff that helped us with everything. The room was spotless and silent with views of arthur's seat and they provided wake-up service when we asked.
Jeremy
2023-08-16
8/10
Fantastic place to visit whilst in Edinburgh. Very very good selection for breakfast with every taste and hot options and very good toast.
Thomas
2023-07-16
7/10
Fairly quiet units with an excellent view over inner courtyard. The staff was pleasant and the bed was exceptionally comfortable.
James
2023-07-13
8/10
The hotel was fantastic, impeccably clean offered superb breakfasts and had an ideal location in the neighborhood behind the b&b. The room was well decorated and well-appointed, incredible views of inner courtyard. There was a spacious bar on site, greatly enjoyed this place.
Mike
2023-07-06
7/10
Gorgeous and very good breakfast option with juice and hot options and very good toast.
Julian
2023-05-07
9/10
It's immaculately clean hotel nestled in a Victorian style building in the quiet area. The breakfast with continental options plus hot options.
Jack
2023-04-13
8/10
Magnificent, unbeatable location really close to the main attractions, Gifford House and town centre. Quiet unit with coffee/tea making machines, a fridge and glassware. Pleasant staff, wake up service and ironing free of charge.
Dan
2023-03-26
7/10
It has INCREDIBLE very central location to major bus lines. The staff is amicable and hospitable, and the host too. The double room overlooks inner courtyard and includes coffee/tea making machines, a fridge and glassware.
Marjorie
2023-03-11
9/10
The hotel had delicious breakfasts with very good toast and black pudding, as for instance.
Frederick
2023-03-07
9/10
My room was spotless and silent with a view over inner courtyard. Its location was very central, metres from Priestfield Parish Church.
Oliver
2023-01-30
9/10
Nicely updated double room, extremely comfy beds. Very well appointed bathroom, gorgeous and very good breakfast. Good location to Edinburgh airport, just 24 minutes by car. Great restaurant a 10-15 minute walk from the hotel.
Pamela
2023-01-07
8/10
Beautifully decorated place to stay in Edinburgh. Attentive staff always on hand. Silent unit with a Victorian decor. Absolutely stunning view and a hairdryer, a shower cap and fresh towels in the bathroom. Early check-in, parking nearby. Not to mention fast wifi!
Amanda
2022-12-11
9/10
It was such great stay, I didn't want to leave and will be back. I enjoyed the place, it was fairly clean & the staff were pleasant. Had very central location in the neighborhood behind the b & b. I tried some drinks at bar The Old Bell Inn, located 10 minutes walk away.
Jon
2022-12-06
9/10
The staff were welcoming, overall.
Stephen
2022-11-08
8/10
Booked a room with lovely views of a beautiful garden. They immediately helped us with everything.
Alan
2022-10-28
8/10
Our room was immaculate with high ceiling😀
Mike
2022-10-04
8/10
Silent room with astonishing views to hills and VERY quiet place. Quiet atmosphere all around, peaceful location very close to Edinburgh and Castle and Holyrood Park and Arthur's Seat.
Ian
2022-09-15
7/10
The location was incredible, not too far from the craigs. The experience was quite comfortable, would stay here again.
Adam
2022-08-12
7/10
good base for rest in edinburgh. attentive, amicable staff towards all guests. bright room with very clean bed and smoke detectors for safety measures. exceptional customer care, parking nearby. no charge for wake up service and ironing too. peaceful area, central location near to the castle, edinburgh, city centre.
Steve
2020-03-10
8/10
The salisbury arms, which can be found only 600 m away, was a fast dining option. The location was adjacent to a bus stop, easy for getting around Edinburgh. The room was large. We really enjoyed our stay in gifford house...
