The Ben Doran Guest House

Most popular facilities

Free WiFi
Luggage storage
Parking (limited spaces)
Smoke-free property
Business center
Wheelchair accessible – no
Free breakfast
The property is closed between December 24 and December 27.

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Sleeps 2

Room information

1 Double Bed

377 sq feet


Internet - Free WiFi

Entertainment - 22-inch LCD TV, digital channels, and DVD player

Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker and room service (limited hours)

Sleep - Egyptian cotton linens and bed sheets

Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, designer toiletries, and a hair dryer

Practical - Phone, iron/ironing board (on request), and wardrobe or closet

Comfort - Daily housekeeping and heating

Non-Smoking

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Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed

Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed

Sleeps 2

Room information

1 King Bed

431 sq feet


Layout - Separate sitting area

Internet - Free WiFi

Entertainment - 22-inch LCD TV, digital channels, and DVD player

Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker and room service (limited hours)

Sleep - Egyptian cotton linens and bed sheets

Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, designer toiletries, and a hair dryer

Practical - Phone, iron/ironing board (on request), and wardrobe or closet

Comfort - Daily housekeeping and heating

Non-Smoking

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Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 2

Room information

1 Double Bed

323 sq feet


Internet - Free WiFi

Entertainment - 22-inch LCD TV, digital channels, and DVD player

Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker and room service (limited hours)

Sleep - Egyptian cotton linens and bed sheets

Bathroom - Shared bathroom, designer toiletries, a hair dryer, and towels

Practical - Phone, iron/ironing board (on request), and wardrobe or closet

Comfort - Daily housekeeping and heating

Smoking And Non-Smoking

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Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 1

Room information

1 Twin Bed

161 sq feet


Internet - Free WiFi

Entertainment - 22-inch LCD TV, digital channels, and DVD player

Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker and room service (limited hours)

Sleep - Egyptian cotton linens and bed sheets

Bathroom - Shared bathroom, designer toiletries, a hair dryer, and towels

Practical - Phone, iron/ironing board (on request), and wardrobe or closet

Comfort - Daily housekeeping and heating

Smoking And Non-Smoking

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Getting there

Check-in time
From 15:00
Check-out time
Until 10:30
Property LocationWith a stay at The Ben Doran Guest House in Edinburgh (Newington), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh. This guesthouse is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Edinburgh Castle and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Princes Street.RoomsMake yourself at home in one of the 11 guestrooms featuring DVD players and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.AmenitiesMake use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.DiningTake advantage of the guesthouse's room service (during limited hours). A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM.Business, Other AmenitiesFeatured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Limited parking is available onsite.AttractionsDistances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
National Library of Scotland - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Queen's Hall - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Royal Commonwealth Pool - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
The Meadows - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Holyrood Park - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
University of Edinburgh - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Festival Theatre - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Surgeon's Hall - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
George Square - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Potterrow Student Centre - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Edinburgh Vaults - 2 km / 1.3 mi
Royal Mile - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
MacEwan Hall - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Greyfriar's Bobby - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Greyfriars Kirk - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
The preferred airport for The Ben Doran Guest House is Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 22 km / 13.7 mi
The Ben Doran Guest House
11 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh United Kingdom
  • 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

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.
  • This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of GBP 50

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Bed Types are requests only and may not be honoured at the hotel if availability does not permit.
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