The Gifford
Newington
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Overlooking the garden, the 4-star The Gifford Hotel Edinburgh is located around a 25-minute walk from The Writers' Museum. At the guest house, guests will find a golf course to stay active.
This smoke-free hotel in Newington, which is a neighbourhood of southern Edinburgh, Scotland, 2.6 km from the landscaped Princes Street Gardens. The official residence "Palace of Holyroodhouse" is a stone's throw from the Gifford, while Marchhall Place bus stop is nearly 5 minutes' walk away. The property allows you to enjoy such natural sights as Duddingston Loch 1.8 km away. The nearby landmarks in the area include The Edinburgh Hebrew Congregation Synagogue located, approximately 500 metres away. This hotel is within 20 minutes' walk of Edinburgh Waverley.
The Gifford Hotel features 11 allergy-free rooms, some of which comprise a dressing room and a sitting area. The rooms are equipped with private bathrooms.
Guests can enjoy Scottish dishes served in The Stables located around 200 metres away.
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Amenities
Main Features
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Sports activities
- No pets allowed
Facilities
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Off-site car park
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
- Electric kettle
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Hiking
- Golf course
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Free toiletries
- Flat-screen TV
- Board games
- Carpeted floor
Policy
- Children and extra beds
- Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.
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Local Attractions
Attractions
- Royal Lyceum Theatre (2.5 km)
- National Museums of Scotland (1.8 km)
- Assembly Rooms (2.6 km)
- Scottish National Gallery Of Modern Art (3.8 km)
- Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (3.8 km)
- Edinburgh Castle (2.4 km)
- Scottish Gems (1.9 km)
- Calton Hill (2.3 km)
- Edinburgh Festival Theatre (1.5 km)
Airports
- Edinburgh (23 km)
Train stations
- Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station (2.2 km)
Reviews
Alastair
2024-05-12
The rooms were well-appointed with the ensuite bathroom, a great view, as for instance and the breakfast was delicious. The rate was £ 79.
Judy
2024-04-13
All the staff is pleasant and is engaged to make your stay excellent.
Bob
2024-03-27
Modern double room with views of inner courtyard. Extremely comfy bed, incredible service.
Ryan
2024-02-03
Tastefully decorated and well-appointed room, very clean beds.
Hugh
2024-01-27
Excellent service and great value. Spotless room with functional bathroom and complimentary wireless internet, a seating area, and a high ceiling.
James
2023-12-24
Stayed here for 5 nights with my husband, had a very nice stay. My room was spotless and had free WiFi, a sitting area, and a high ceiling.
Stephen
2023-12-09
Everything was perfectly fine, very amiable staff, astonishing views of a beautiful garden. The location was quiet - near museums, castle, shopping, restaurants and major bus lines.
Ethel
2023-12-08
Everything was good, magnificent location easy to commute anywhere in the city centre, the staff were outstandingly accommodating. The breakfast was sensational, with lots of goodies.
Charles
2023-11-09
Wonderful and marvellous location in Edinburgh, just off dining options, Holyrood Park which was a short walk away, and Edinburgh attractions.
Alex
2023-10-18
Fine nice budget hotel, incredible views of a beautiful garden. Beautifully decorated room, gorgeous breakfast. Convenient location and top class facilities. Good restaurants onsite.
Robert
2023-10-03
The double room didn't seem appealing on photos but it was well decorated with three beds. The service provided there was exceptional. Besides, the parking was nearby.
Margaret
2023-09-19
Asked for double room and it was a nice size with a great view of arthur's seat. In general the service was exceptional. Besides, there was parking nearby.
Stephen
2023-09-14
Came here for 5 nights with my husband, had a very nice stay. The room was silent & neat with three beds, good WiFi, as for instance. Coffee/tea making machines, a fridge, and glassware were available too.
Clifford
2023-08-27
Ideal base for rest with fast wi-fi. Exceptionally helpful staff all over the place. Well decorated and well-appointed rooms with very clean beds.
Robert
2023-08-18
The breakfast is great and excellent with continental options plus hot options, has lovely food.
Roy
2023-08-15
The room was quiet with all necessary facilities, we stayed in all day. The cost was £ 79.
Philip
2023-08-12
The staff were outstandingly accommodating and welcoming in case of questions. Fairly quiet units in a perfect victorian style, enjoyed it. Overall the service was brilliant.
Walter
2023-08-12
Lovely old and excellent place for rest. Brand-new, silent room with a functional bathroom and a hairdryer, a shower cap, and fresh towels. Very clean bed, early check-in. Quiet atmosphere and good service.
Robert
2023-07-31
The breakfast was sensational, the check in was early. The room was spotless and silent, with a definite quiet character.
Helen
2023-07-29
Reasonably large and pleasantly furnished room with very well appointed bathroom and hypoallergenic pillows. Very comfy beds, very very good breakfast. Early check-in, generally incredible service. The ambience was quiet!
Sharon
2023-07-27
Really chilled-out base for rest. Immaculately clean place with fantastic view of a beautiful garden. Well decorated room, brand new bathroom with a walk-in shower. Good service, parking nearby. Everything superb.
Richard
2023-07-06
It is a fantastic hotel with nicely updated rooms and flexible staff.
Alan
2023-05-06
Nicely updated double room and the bed was extremely comfy. Coffee/tea making machines, a fridge and glassware were very handy. The staff were all super-friendly and amicable, which was unquestionably a plus. Location: the hotel was short walk to Royal Mile / Princes Street, museums, castle, shopping, restaurants and public transport or a 25 minute walk. Popped in The Old Bell Inn for shots before sleep, it was around 10-15 minutes walk from the venue👌
Ray
2023-05-01
Delicious and perfect breakfast with continental options, black pudding, very good toast, it had so much choice.
Michael
2023-04-25
The location was marvellous, in a neighborhood with plenty of dining options within walking distance, in the lovely area. The service was brilliant, nothing too much trouble.
John
2023-04-01
The hotel has silent and elegant rooms complete with a lovely shower and excellent breakfast.
Emily
2023-02-05
Elegant room with a functional bathroom.
Alison
2022-11-30
The venue was set in the very central position just off Edinburgh, old Centre and Castle and Holyrood Park and Arthur's Seat. The staff were hospitable and a satisfactory breakfast was provided.
Douglas
2022-11-29
The service was excellent with a quiet atmosphere. In addition, parking was nearby.
Kenneth
2022-11-20
that was what i call good base for rest. the staff members were all best and flexible. silent and neat rooms, the views were fantastic. the service was exceptional in my opinion. had opportunity to use wake up calls at no cost.
Steve
2022-10-28
The idea to include coffee/tea making machines, a fridge and glassware in the double room was nice. And it had a lovely view of inner courtyard. We had an excellent service, delicious breakfast. We could use wake up service and ironing at no cost too.
Rory
2022-10-15
My favourite property in Edinburgh. Relaxing base for 2 nights in Edinburgh, beautifully designed hotel. Pleasant and welcoming staff and management. Bright and fabulous room with perfect decor.
Rachel
2022-10-04
Comfortable rooms, perfect breakfast. Hypoallergenic pillows, exceptionally comfortable bed.
Alistair
2022-09-20
Nice budget hotel, terrific for rest. Units with king sized bed. The breakfasts for every taste.
Harold
2022-08-03
The food was fab with lots of alternatives. The room was bright with a very clean bed and a hairdryer, a shower cap and fresh towels in the bathroom.
Harry
2020-05-10
Pleasant and very spacious room. View of sunsets was MAGNIFICENT. Hotel's position was next to tourist spots like holyrood park. We would come back for sure.
Joseph
2020-02-04
We liked everything at gifford house including breakfast and rooms. We have stayed at this bnb before and do recommend it to friends...
Nothing I didn't like to be fair.