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The Ben Doran Guest House

4.0 star property
Guesthouse within easy reach of Edinburgh Castle

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Free daily buffet breakfast
Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lobby
Meeting facility
Exterior detail
Located close to University of Edinburgh, The Ben Doran Guest House offers a warm welcome with a breakfast buffet, library, and business center. Stay connected with in-room WiFi and take advantage of express check-in and out. Multilingual staff are on hand to help plan your day.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Room service
  • Business center
  • Library
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Premium bedding
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Free toiletries

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed | Living area | 22-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, DVD player

Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
11 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH9 2AX

What's nearby

  • Royal Commonwealth Pool - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Holyrood Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Meadows - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Royal Mile - 4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 28 min drive
  • Slateford Station - 9 min drive
  • Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 28 min walk
  • Edinburgh Waverley Station - 30 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Haldi - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Brass Monkey Grange - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪New Garden Grove - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Dehli Diner - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Ben Doran Guest House

At The Ben Doran Guest House, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from University of Edinburgh and Grassmarket. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails and downhill skiing, and free perks include WiFi and buffet breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Also, Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 11 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (12 years old and younger) not allowed
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1800
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Library

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 22-inch LCD TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of GBP 50

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 24 and December 27.

Policies

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.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Eurocard, Barclaycard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Ben Doran Guest House currently open?

The property is closed between December 24 and December 27.

Does The Ben Doran Guest House offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Ben Doran Guest House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Ben Doran Guest House?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Ben Doran Guest House?

Yes. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Ben Doran Guest House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Ben Doran Guest House and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and sailing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course.

What's the area around The Ben Doran Guest House like?

The Ben Doran Guest House is a short 17-minute walk from University of Edinburgh and 14 minutes' walk from The Meadows.

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