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The Ben Doran Guest House

Property class: 4
Guesthouse convenient to Royal Mile

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When you stay at The Ben Doran Guest House, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh. Guests looking to stay active can experience 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 Grassmarket are within a short drive. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking

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
The current price is R3 113
R3 922 total
includes taxes & fees
02 Sept - 03 Sept

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

A hotel room with a large bed, floral wallpaper, and two bedside lamps.

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, a chair, and a fireplace.

Standard Double Room

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, and a radiator.

Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Room

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board (on request)

Double Executive

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

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11 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH9 2AX

What's nearby

  • The Meadows - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Holyrood Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • University of Edinburgh - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Royal Mile - 6 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Grassmarket - 7 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 - 28 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Matto Pizza - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Haldi - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Abbey - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Brass Monkey Grange - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Salisbury Arms - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Ben Doran Guest House

  • When you stay at The Ben Doran Guest House, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Royal Mile and University of Edinburgh. Guests looking to stay active can experience 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 Grassmarket are within a short drive. Fellow travellers 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 and check-out are available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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) are not allowed
    • No cots (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

    • On-site parking is limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag or hen 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Property class

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

Also known as

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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 15 minutes' walk from Holyrood Park.

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