The Ben Doran Guest House
4.0 star property
4-star guest house near Royal Mile
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Reviews
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Free WiFi
- Business services
Explore the area
11 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH9 2AX
- University of EdinburghPlace, University of Edinburgh15 min walk
- Royal MilePlace, Royal Mile4 min drive
- Edinburgh CastlePlace, Edinburgh Castle5 min drive
- Edinburgh (EDI)Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)20 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom
Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom
- 323 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom
Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom
- 161 sq ft
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bed
View all photos for Standard Double Room
Standard Double Room
- 377 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
View all photos for Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed
Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed
- 431 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood
Edinburgh
Newington stay.Your stay at this Newington guesthouse places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle. University of Edinburgh and Princes Street are also within 2 miles (3 km).
What's nearby
- University of Edinburgh - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
- Royal Mile - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
- Grassmarket - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
- Edinburgh Castle - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
- Princes Street - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
Getting around
- Princes Street Tram Stop - 5 min drive
- Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 7 min drive
- Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
- Brass Monkey Grange - 9 min walk
- Pizza Hut - 7 min walk
- Dehli Diner - 3 min walk
- New Garden Grove - 11 min walk
- Leslie's Bar - 5 min walk
About this property
The Ben Doran Guest House
4-star guest house near Royal Mile
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a business center on site. Free breakfast is served daily. A library, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at The Ben Doran Guest House.
This 4-star Edinburgh guesthouse is smoke free.
- 1 building
- 11 guestrooms or units
- 3 levels
- Built in 1800
- Buffet breakfast (free)
- Business facilities
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Express check-in
- Express check-out
- Staff is multilingual
- Storage area for luggage
- Front-desk safe
- Tour and ticket information
- Concierge
- Library
- No smoking on site
The Ben Doran Guest House offers 11 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 22-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels.
Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Edinburgh guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Limited onsite parking
Food and drink
- Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Things to do
- Library
Accessibility
- No elevator
Room amenities
Entertainment
- 22-inch LCD TV with digital channels
- DVD player
Bedroom
- Egyptian cotton sheets
- Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathroom
- Designer toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Coffee/tea maker
- Limited room service
More
- Heating
- Iron/ironing board on request
- Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The property charges GBP 50 for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between December 24 and December 27.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), lockbox, private entrance
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 12 are welcome.
- Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
- Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of GBP 50
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Eurocard, and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
We should mention
- Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
- Children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
- Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
How close is The Ben Doran Guest House to the airport?
The Ben Doran Guest House is 13.7 mi (28-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does The Ben Doran Guest House have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at The Ben Doran Guest House.
How close is The Ben Doran Guest House to the beach?
This guesthouse is 4.4 mi (16-min drive) from Portobello Beach and 13 mi (29-min drive) from Seton Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does The Ben Doran Guest House offer free breakfast?
The Ben Doran Guest House offers free buffet breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
Is there a casino at The Ben Doran Guest House?
No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.
What time is check-in at The Ben Doran Guest House?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM.
Is there free parking at The Ben Doran Guest House?
Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.
Does The Ben Doran Guest House have a pool?
The Ben Doran Guest House does not have a pool.
Does The Ben Doran Guest House have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.
How close is The Ben Doran Guest House to downtown Edinburgh?
The Ben Doran Guest House is 1.5 mi away from Edinburgh.