THE BEN DORAN GUEST HOUSE | Edinburgh ★ Prime Downtown Location & Comfort

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11 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH9 2AX

“The location was perfect for accessing Edinburgh's attractions easily.”view full review

The Ben Doran Guest House - A Georgian townhouse in central Edinburgh with Scottish breakfast buffet and premium bedding

Located in Newington's Mayfield Gardens, this 4-star EDI hotel occupies a traditional Georgian townhouse. The Ben Doran Guest House provides rooms with premium bedding, LCD TVs, DVD players, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Each room features Egyptian cotton linens, Gilchrist & Soames toiletries, and electric kettles for tea and coffee. The dining room serves a Scottish breakfast buffet from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM, offering scrambled eggs, sausages, cereals, pastries, and espresso drinks. Guest rooms showcase either garden or city views, maintaining original architectural character alongside modern amenities. The Ben Doran sits less than 2 miles from the Royal Mile attractions and 0.5 miles from the Royal Commonwealth Pool. The property offers convenient access, positioned 20 minutes from the airport and 5 minutes from Waverley Train Station.

Pros

Located in an affluent, predominantly residential area

Multiple dining options within 0.5 miles walking distance

Scottish breakfast uses locally-sourced produce

Free private parking available on-site

Cons

Breakfast service ends at 9:00 AM (9:30 AM on Sundays)

Some rooms feature shared bathroom facilities

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Choose from double rooms, family suites, and premium stays. Enjoy breakfast, flexible cancellations, and exclusive deals.

Deluxe Ensuite Double

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2 persons

270 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Garden view

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Executive Double Room

Max:

2 persons

390 sq. feet

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1 King-size bed

Garden view

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Standard Single Shared Bath

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1 person

165 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Single bed

Garden view

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Getting around

Discover available transportation options for smooth travel around the city

City Centre

Edinburgh 1.3 mi

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI) 13.9 mi

Dundee (DND) 61.0 mi

Train

Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station 1.5 mi

Bus

Bus stop3700 ft

Facilities

Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location

Lovely Breakfast Experience

“I truly enjoyed the breakfast at the Ben Doran Guesthouse. Each morning, I was greeted with a good spread that included a variety of options. The atmosphere was lovely as well, with the breakfast taking place in a beautifully decorated room that added to the experience.” view full review

Spacious and Comfortable Room

“During my stay, I stayed in an Executive Double Room, spacious and very comfortable. The room had everything necessary for a relaxing stay, and I appreciated the cleanliness. It was a lovely big room located just outside the main entrance, with a calm ambiance that I enjoyed.” view full review

Peaceful Sleeping Experience

“The bedroom I stayed in was perfect for a restful night. It was well-maintained and came through with a cozy retreat after a busy day exploring. Despite being in a guesthouse, I found it to be remarkably quiet and tranquil, allowing for a peaceful sleep each night.” view full review

Convenient Bathroom Amenities

“Even though my room had a shared bathroom, I was very pleased with the convenience it offered. The washbasin inside my room was particularly handy, making it easy to freshen up whenever I needed. The shared facilities were clean and well-organized, making my stay more enjoyable.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Adults only
Allergy-free rooms
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping

Dining

Special diet menus

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

11 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH9 2AX

Map view

11 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH9 2AX

City landmarks

Museum

Edinburgh Castle

1.5 mi

Landmark

Arthur's Seat hike

1.4 mi

Museum

National Museum of Scotland

1.1 mi

Landmark

Royal Mile

1.4 mi

Palace

Palace of Holyroodhouse

1.3 mi

Landmark

The Real Mary King's Close

1.3 mi

Gallery

Scottish National Gallery

1.5 mi

Museum

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions

1.4 mi

Store

Edinburgh Old Town

1.3 mi

Landmark

Calton Hill

1.5 mi

Park

Princes Street Gardens

1.6 mi

Church

St Giles' Cathedral

1.3 mi

Park

Holyrood Park

1.7 mi

Monument

Scott Monument

1.5 mi

Museum

Dynamic Earth

1.6 mi

Landmark

Nelson Monument

1.5 mi

Castle

Craigmillar Castle

1.4 mi

Landmark

Surgeons' Hall Museums

1.0 mi

Museum

Museum of Childhood

1.3 mi

Museum

The Writers' Museum

1.4 mi

Landmark

The Scotch Whisky Experience

1.4 mi

Museum

Gladstone's Land

1.4 mi

Cemetery

The Robertson Mausoleum

1.3 mi

Public Building

The Scottish Parliament

1.3 mi

Landmark

The Meadows

1.0 mi

Landmark

Princes Street

1.6 mi

Square

Grassmarket

1.3 mi

Landmark

Summerhall

3500 ft

Art object

Greyfriars Bobby's Grave

1.3 mi

University

University of Edinburgh

1.6 mi

Nearby

St Marks Unitarian Church

1300 ft

Restaurants

Beetroot Sauvage

1600 ft

33-41 Ratcliffe Terrace

Leslies Bar

1400 ft

45-47 Ratcliffe Terrace

The Old Bell Inn

1700 ft

233-235 Causewayside

Thaisanuk

1600 ft

142-144 Dalkeith Road

Pataka

2100 ft

190 Causewayside

Jade Palace

2400 ft

212 Dalkeith Road

The Salisbury Arms

2900 ft

58 Dalkeith Road

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THE BEN DORAN GUEST HOUSE, Edinburgh

Hotel Details

The Ben Doran Guest House - A Georgian townhouse in central Edinburgh with Scottish breakfast buffet and premium bedding

Pros

Cons

Select room type

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Getting around

Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Location

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