Gifford House

4 stars
103 Dalkeith Road, Edinburgh, EH16 5AJ, United Kingdom
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
8.3
Very good
based on 692 reviews
692 reviews
Wed 24/12
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Thu 25/12
1 room, 2 guests
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£88
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Nightly total
Standard Room
£88
Deluxe room
£100
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Overview

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a jetted bathtub and free WiFi, as well as an LCD TV and a coffee/tea maker. Other amenities include towels, an electric kettle, a mini-fridge, and a desk.
8.3
Very good rating
Based on 692 verified guest reviews

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Deluxe room
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£100
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£106
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£162
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Standard Room
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£88
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£88
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£114
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Amenities at Gifford House

  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet

Kitchen

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenware
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area
  • Kitchen

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins
  • 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
  • Additional toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Accessible parking
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV
  • DVD player

Dining

  • Packed lunches
  • Fruits
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Dining table

Services and conveniences

  • Safety deposit box
  • Room service
  • Key access
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Wardrobe or closet

Health and safety

  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Safe

Things to do

  • Hiking
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Golf

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking
  • Free parking

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Workspace

  • Desk

Reviews of Gifford House

8.3
Very good
692 verified ratings
Wonderful
496
Very good
122
Good
46
Okay
14
Fair
7
Mediocre
6
Poor
1

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's great location and cleanliness, with many noting the convenience of public transport nearby. However, there were concerns about the lack of available staff and inconsistent amenities, which detracted from their overall experience.
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Cleanliness9.5 out of 10
Location9 out of 10
Service3 out of 10
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Location

103 Dalkeith Road, Edinburgh, EH16 5AJ

What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh1 mi
  • National Museum of Scotland1.1 mi
  • Scottish Parliament Building1.1 mi
  • The Royal Mile1.1 mi
  • Holyrood Palace1.2 mi
  • St Giles' Cathedral1.3 mi
  • Grassmarket1.3 mi
  • Craigmillar Castle1.3 mi
  • Calton Hill1.4 mi
  • Edinburgh Castle1.5 mi
  • Princes Street Gardens1.5 mi
  • Princes Street1.5 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 10:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Gifford House

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November
July
£97
£170
Cheapest month to stay with an average 28% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 25% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Gifford House

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Gifford House

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Gifford House, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in November and October.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Gifford House, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • How long should you stay at Gifford House? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Gifford House

  • Where is Gifford House located?

    Gifford House is located at 103 Dalkeith Road in South, 1.5 miles from the centre of Edinburgh. University of Edinburgh is the closest landmark to Gifford House.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Gifford House?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at Gifford House.

  • Does Gifford House offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Gifford House offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Gifford House offer free parking?

    Yes, Gifford House offers free parking.

  • How far is Gifford House from the airport?

    Gifford House is 7.9 miles from Edinburgh Turnhouse. Gifford House is 36.1 miles from Dundee.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Gifford House hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Gifford House in Edinburgh and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Gifford House and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Gifford House.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

7.9
1.5 mi
Edinburgh Turnhouse
7.9 mi

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