Guest Rating: 
4.4 / 5
A warm welcome is assured at this attractive stone Victorian terrace house, conveniently located just over a mile south of Princes Street on the main A7.
Well located for all Edinburgh's amenities, Gifford House offers a pleasant, relaxing stay, with rooms of a high standard. Although lying on a main bus route, the area behind Gifford House is quiet and peaceful, and the rear bedrooms enjoy superb panoramic views towards Salisbury's Crags and the extinct volcano of Arthur's Seat.
With its warm and friendly atmosphere, Gifford House is a place guests return to, and recommend to their friends. A full Scottish breakfast is served, with a large selection of dishes including smoked fish, mackerel and kippers. Special diets are also catered for if required.
Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.
If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.
To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.
15 % VAT is included. Service charge is not applicable. City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby.
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.
No deposit will be charged.
All children are welcome. All children under 5 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. All older children or adults are charged GBP 35.00 per night and person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
Check-In Information: Please provide an estimated time of arrival, using the comments field when making your reservation, so that we know when to expect you. Please note that the latest check-in time is 18:00, except by prior arrangement. By prior arrangement with Gifford House, check-ins are available up until 23:00. If you are wish to arrange a later check-in, please contact reception in advance. You can contact reception directly by telephone or via email, using the contact details supplied on your confirmation email.
Spacious double room decorated to a high standard with your comfort in mind. Three rooms are situated at the back of the house and are very quiet and peaceful. From the back rooms there are excellent views of Arthur's Seat. From the front rooms there are excellent views of the Pentland Hills. When booking please your estimated time of arrival.
Gifford House offers 2 lovely family rooms, both of which are of a very high standard with many homely extras. The rooms are at the front of Gifford House. Room 4 is on the 1st floor, while Room 8 is on the 2nd floor and has excellent views towards the Pentland Hills. Both rooms can sleep up to 4 people. Prices based on 3 adults sharing. Extra adults will be charged per person, to be payable on arrival. Please state when making your reservation if extra guests will be staying.
Gifford House is located approximately 1.25 miles South of the city centre, on the main A7. Lying only four miles from Sherriff Hall Junction of Edinburgh City by-pass, follow signs Edinburgh city centre A7, it is within a few yards of the Commonwealth Pool, Holyrood Park and Golf Course. There is ample off street parking.
*Directions included in email booking confirmation
