The Ben Doran Guest House – Family Hotel in Edinburgh | From 85$/Night

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About the Hotel

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

“The bus stop right outside made exploring Edinburgh so easy.”view full review

Georgian Townhouse Accommodations

The Ben Doran Guest House is a 4-star Georgian townhouse in Newington, central Edinburgh. Rooms include Egyptian cotton bedding, free Wi-Fi, LCD TVs with DVD players, and tea/coffee facilities. Some rooms have private bathrooms, while others share. Views overlook the city or nearby hillsides.

Scottish Breakfast Buffet

Breakfast is served from 8 AM to 9 AM (9:30 AM on Sundays) and includes scrambled eggs, sausages, pastries, and espresso drinks. Vegetarian options and packed lunches for sightseeing are available on request.

Central Edinburgh Location

The guest house is 5 minutes from Waverley Train Station and a 20-minute drive from Edinburgh Airport. Nearby attractions include the Royal Mile (1.5 miles), Edinburgh Castle (1.6 miles), and the Royal Commonwealth Pool (0.5 miles). Bus routes provide easy access to the city center.

Ghost Tours & Attractions

Edinburgh Ghost Tours explore the city's dark history, starting near the Royal Mile. The Palace of Holyroodhouse (1.7 miles) displays the Queen's wardrobe. Seasonal events include the Edinburgh Tattoo and Hogmanay celebrations on Princes Street.

Guest Services

Free parking and Wi-Fi are included. The guest house does not accommodate stag or hen parties. Nearby restaurants serve local cuisine, and street food markets like The Pitt and Stockbridge Market are a short bus ride away.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included

Deluxe Ensuite Double

Max:

2 persons

270 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Garden view

Shower

Heating

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Executive Double Room

Max:

2 persons

390 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Garden view

Shower

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Standard Single Shared Bath

Max:

1 person

165 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Single bed

Garden view

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Tips on navigating the city

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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

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

Delicious Breakfast

“I thoroughly enjoyed the hot breakfast each morning. It included a good selection of sausage, scrambled eggs, mushrooms, tomatoes, and beans, all served in a cozy and beautifully decorated dining room.” view full review

Comfortable Accommodation

“I stayed in the Executive Double Room, which was spacious and had a lovely en-suite bathroom. It provided a charming atmosphere, with comfortable furnishings that made my stay very relaxing.” view full review

Clean and Functional

“The bathroom in my room was clean and very functional, which made getting ready in the mornings a breeze. I appreciated the shower pressure, and having everything I needed right there made it convenient.” view full review

Cozy and Inviting

“The bedroom was inviting and well-maintained. I loved the traditional decor, and it had a cozy ambiance that made me feel right at home during my stay.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Off-site car park
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 – A Favorite for Families in Edinburgh

About the Hotel

Georgian Townhouse Accommodations

Scottish Breakfast Buffet

Central Edinburgh Location

Ghost Tours & Attractions

Guest Services

Choose from a variety of room types

Availability and pricing for your selected dates

Tips on navigating the city

Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Location

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