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Gil Dun Guest House

9 Spence Street, Edinburgh EH16 5AG, Scotland
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Gil Dun Guest House
Ranked #23 of 428 Edinburgh B&B and Inns
5.0 of 5 stars 108 Reviews
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  • Very good(4)
  • Full scottish(3)
  • Friendly and helpful(3)
  • City center(3)
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St. John's
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31 reviews 31 reviews
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53 helpful votes 53 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 30, 2012 NEW

I read one time that the dirty little secret about Bill Clinton as President of the United States was that he actually liked voters as distinct from most political leaders who view the electorate as an inconvenience to their being there rather than the reason for their being there. Well, the dirty little secret about the proprietors of this B&B... More

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Bainbridge Island, Washington
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012

We were warmly welcomed and given helpful information about finding our way in the city without a car. The location is terrific, and we especially appreciated that the guest house is off busy Dalkeith Road and therefore quieter and more relaxing. We had a wonderful double room, tastefully decorated and very comfortable. Thanks for 3 wonderful nights in Edinburgh!

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Sydney Australia
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

We spent 3 nights at this fabulous B&B and were very impressed with it. We received a very warm welcome and Gerry gave us really helpful information about using the local buses (the day ticket for £3.50 is great value) places to eat etc. (hint-when using the buses you need correct money as no change is given). The position of... More

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Seattle, Washington
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2012

My husband, teenage daughter, and I stayed at the Gil Dun for three nights. Gerry and Billy were so welcoming and helpful. The B & B is situated off Dalkeith Road in an area that has a number of other B & B's. I can't imagine any of them being as nice as this one. It's actually on a little... More

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Vancouver, Canada
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2012

Gerry and Billy took great care of us. The breakfast selections were fresh, wholesome and varied. Gerry took time to explain the Scottish breakfast choices to us. The atmosphere in the dining room was friendly, helped no doubt by the tasteful decor and background music as well as Gerry's attention. The twin room was compact but comfortable, with a lovely... More

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London, United Kingdom
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2012

From the time of our arrival to our departure we were well looked after by our hosts.The breakfast menu provided a lot of choice and everything was good quality, came well presented and tasted good. Our rooms were spacious, clean and comfortable. Gerry had a wealth of information about places to visit and eat and we found all of his... More

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Trenton
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2012

We booked a total of 5 nights in March and April 12 and I will definitely stay at Gil Dun Guest House on my future travels to Edinburgh! The rooms were very comfortable, very clean, bright, and modern and the tea, coffee and cookies were perfect after a day of traveling. The location is very convenient within a comfortable walking... More

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Idaho Falls
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2012

My wife and I stay there for three days in March 2012 and were pleased with the great service, great rooms and loving attention to detail by Gerard. The breakfast was great and filling and the information on local sites to see was given with exact directions, maps being available for use and bus service literally around the corner from... More

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Plover, Wisconsin
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 8, 2012

Had a wonderful stay here! Good price, great rooms, super clean. Gerry was terrific, even loaning us his cell phone to make a call to the states when our debit card didn't work. Located in a nice quiet neighborhood, just off a main street with excellent bus service or a nice stroll to the old town part of the city.... More

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London, England, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 11, 2012

My girlfriend and I stayed at the Gil Dun for 3 nights in February 2012. We had a fantastic room, very clean, modern decor and a great shower in the en-suite! The Gil Dun was a great base for our first trip to Edinburgh with the city centre a short bus ride or 20 minute walk away! It is situated... More

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