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The Ben Doran Guest House
4 stars

The Ben Doran Guest House

11 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh, EH9 2AX, United Kingdom
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
See location+44 131 667 8488
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₱4,046
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rate per night

7.8
Good
based on 1116 reviews
1,116 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard room
₱4,046
Deluxe room
₱6,563
Executive room
₱6,715
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Located a short drive from Edinburgh Castle, Ben Doran provides charming accommodation in Edinburgh. It is also a short drive from St Giles Cathedral and Royal Mile.

Ben Doran provides its guests with free private parking on site, as well as complimentary wireless internet to make the most of throughout their stay. Reception operates 24/7 and the friendly staff can suggest sights to visit and provide other tourist information. The hotel also provides luggage storage, a business centre and limited hours room service.

Ben Doran Edinburgh has 11 well-appointed rooms that are filled with a range of essential amenities to ensure guests have an enjoyable stay.

The hotel's premier restaurant provides a superior dining experience with a selection of international dishes to enjoy. Packed lunches are available on request for guests wanting to sightsee during the day.

Ben Doran Guest House is an ideal base to explore nearby Edinburgh Zoo and Princes Street, as well as everything the local area has to offer. Guests can also visit Royal Commonwealth Pool.

Rating
7.8
Good
Based on 1,116 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The Ben Doran Guest House

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Deluxe room
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₱6,563
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₱7,619
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₱8,926
Executive room
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₱6,715
1 king bed
₱9,977
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₱10,988
Superior room
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₱12,427
Double room
1 double bed
₱8,309
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₱14,214
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₱16,553
Standard room
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₱4,046
1 double bed
₱4,380
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₱4,551
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at The Ben Doran Guest House

  • Adults only
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Business center
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Trash cans

Accessibility and suitability

  • Adults only
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shared toilet
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

General

  • Seating area
  • Garden view
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • City view
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Business center
  • Wake-up service
  • Room service
  • Key access
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • DVD player

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Things to do

  • Bicycle rental
  • Golf

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Family friendly

  • Complimentary breakfast

Reviews of The Ben Doran Guest House

7.8
Good
1116 verified ratings
Wonderful
395
Very good
277
Good
200
Okay
86
Fair
65
Mediocre
52
Poor
41

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ghanks47, Jul 2015
Pros (+) The Ben Doran was the first place we stayed after flying into Edinburgh from the west coast of the USA. We had a very long flight, and to make matters worse, we arrived at 7:00 a.m. UK time, without sleep and my wife having been severely airsick the entire trip. We arrived at the Ben Doran at 10:00 a.m., and asked if we could check in early. Due to the fact my wife was sick, the staff allowed us i...
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Location

11 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh, EH9 2AX

What's nearby

  • University of Edinburgh1.6 km
  • National Museum of Scotland1.8 km
  • The Royal Mile2 km
  • Scottish Parliament Building2.1 km
  • St Giles' Cathedral2.1 km
  • Grassmarket2.1 km
  • Holyrood Palace2.2 km
  • Craigmillar Castle2.2 km
  • Edinburgh Castle2.4 km
  • Princes Street Gardens2.5 km
  • Calton Hill2.5 km
  • Princes Street2.5 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:30 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

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FAQs when booking at The Ben Doran Guest House

  • Where is The Ben Doran Guest House located?

    The Ben Doran Guest House is located at 11 Mayfield Gardens in Newington, 2.5 km from the center of Edinburgh. University of Edinburgh is the closest landmark to The Ben Doran Guest House.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Ben Doran Guest House?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 10:30 AM at The Ben Doran Guest House.

  • Does The Ben Doran Guest House offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Ben Doran Guest House offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does The Ben Doran Guest House offer free parking?

    Yes, The Ben Doran Guest House offers free parking.

  • How far is The Ben Doran Guest House from the airport?

    The Ben Doran Guest House is 12.6 km from Edinburgh Turnhouse. The Ben Doran Guest House is 58.6 km from Dundee.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.3

Distance to city center

2.5 km

Nearest Airport

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Distance to airport

12.5 km

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