Gifford
Edinburgh
Popular places to visit
Edinburgh Castle
Fortress, palace and repository of the crown jewels, this landmark overlooking the city has played a crucial role in Scottish history.
Royal Mile
Explore this area in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town to find ancient buildings, historic relics, shops, museums and range of dining options.
Princes Street
During your trip to Edinburgh, you can enjoy retail therapy at Princes Street. Experience the fascinating museums and lively festivals in this walkable area.
University of Edinburgh
The campus of Edinburgh's venerable educational institution is spread seamlessly around the architecture of the city and opens to the public during year-round events.
Murrayfield Stadium
Catch an event at Murrayfield Stadium, and enjoy other activities in Edinburgh such as golfing. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this walkable area.
Grassmarket
During your visit to Edinburgh, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Grassmarket. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area.
Gifford Hotel Deals
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
"We loved our stay- the location, staff, view of the castle from our balcony. It was perfect."
Reviewed on 2026/5/20
CODE - The Court, Edinburgh
"Our room was a converted holding cell with bars still on the window. It had a toilet and shower and was pretty small, but they did an excellent job with the space, lots of hooks, drawer under the bed, a fair amount of shelves and lots of mirrors to make it feel bigger. Great bed! I also appreciated ..."
Reviewed on 2026/5/17
ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge - Royal Mile
"Room only basis. Great location for all attractions which is why we booked this hotel."
Reviewed on 2026/5/20
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
"Very clean, super friendly staff and made our first stop in Edinburgh very memorable."
Reviewed on 2026/5/20
The Resident Edinburgh
"Spacious rooms, great location."
Reviewed on 2026/5/18
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
"Beautiful hotel. Great amenities! I am surprised they don’t have a hot tub but the steam room was super nice. Our room was super clean. The hotel is in a great location for walking to anything"
Reviewed on 2026/5/18
Other neighborhoods around Gifford
Portobello
Portobello is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Portobello Beach and Joppa Shore.
Newington
Historic sites, museums, and cafes are just a few things travelers enjoy about Newington. Check out National Library of Scotland or Summerhall while you're exploring the area.
Leith
Undergoing significant regeneration, Leith boasts a busy port, the Royal Yacht Britannia, and Ocean Terminal shopping centre. The shore area offers charming pubs and restaurants, while cultural attractions include Leith Theatre and Leith School of Art.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, Queen's Hall and Festival Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Holyrood
While visiting Holyrood, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mile and Scottish Parliament.
Pleasance
Though Pleasance might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle.
