Gifford Travel Guide

Edinburgh

A rural landscape with a tree, open fields, and rolling hills under a cloudy sky.
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A golf course with a sand bunker, a tee box, and a house in the background.
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A river flowing through a forest with fallen leaves and moss-covered rocks.
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A stone bridge over a river, surrounded by greenery and trees.
A gravel driveway leading to a stone building with a metal roof, surrounded by trees and grass.
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Things to do

Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer

฿891
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free Offer
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets

฿1,694
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Edinburgh Castle Guided History Tour with Tickets
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour

฿975
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The Edinburgh Dungeon Tour
Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour

Edinburgh Royal Mile and Old Town Small Group Walking Tour

฿1,560
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Royal Mile and Old Town Small Group Walking Tour
Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport

Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

฿1,636
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Turkish Airlines Lounge by Plaza Premium Group at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Discover Edinburgh A Guided Tour

Discover Edinburgh: A Self-Guided Tour

฿267
per adult
Discover Edinburgh: A Self-Guided Tour
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Top hotels in Gifford

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ฿6,586 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿6,586
฿8,298 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

Point A Edinburgh Haymarket

3 out of 5
152 Morrison Street Edinburgh Scotland
Fully refundable
The price is ฿6,081 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿6,081
฿7,663 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Point A Edinburgh Haymarket
YOTEL Edinburgh

YOTEL Edinburgh

4 out of 5
Erskine House Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ฿6,113 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿6,113
฿7,703 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,531 reviews)
"No tea/coffee in room. No breakfast included in the price. Was minimalistic for the extortionate price paid. Desk had cracks all over it."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

YOTEL Edinburgh
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

4 out of 5
53 Princes Street Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ฿5,908 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿5,908
฿7,444 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (732 reviews)
"Staff were good. Breakfast basic, but dining area clean. Rooms ok, but need stronger shower."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

5 out of 5
1 India Buildings Edinburgh Scotland
The price is ฿13,373 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿13,373
฿16,850 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,490 reviews)
"Our room was ready for check in very early on our arrival which was such a plus after traveling from the states on an overnight flight. The person who checked us in was very helpful and recommended wonderful local restaurants to patronize which turned out to be as good as recommended. The concierge ..."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Britannia Hotel Edinburgh

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh

3 out of 5
69 Belford Road Edinburgh Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,361 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿3,361
฿4,235 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the clean rooms ...
6.2/10 (1,300 reviews)
"The bed was comfortable and it was walking distance from Princess Street. It needs updating. We stayed in the Edinburgh Festival so it was very expensive for the standard of hotel"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Britannia Hotel Edinburgh
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Where to stay in Gifford

Find the best Gifford areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A bustling street with historic buildings, a clock tower, and outdoor seating at a pub.

Old Town Edinburgh

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Royal Mile to Edinburgh Castle – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.

A cityscape with a prominent monument featuring columns and a dome, surrounded by historic buildings and a clear sky.

Edinburgh City Centre

If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Royal Mile or Edinburgh Castle and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.

A Gothic-style clock tower with a statue at its base, illuminated by warm lights.

New Town

Travellers love New Town for its popular shops, and you can see more of Edinburgh by jumping on the metro at Princes Street Tram Stop or St Andrew Square Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Assembly Rooms and George Street.

The Usher Hall with a dome and classical architecture.
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Tollcross

Tollcross is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Usher Hall and King's Theatre while in the area.

A river with boats and historic buildings along the shore.

Leith

Known for its abundant dining options and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Leith. Top attractions like Leith Docks and Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre are major draws, and you can catch the metro at The Shore Tram Stop or Port of Leith Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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