The Ben Doran Guest House

11 Mayfield Gardens, Newington, Edinburgh, United Kingdom - Show on map
3.5 280 reviews

The 4-star The Ben Doran Guest House Edinburgh provides tour/ticket assistance, and a central location, nearly a 5-minute walk from St Marks Unitarian Church. Located around 3 km from the ruined medieval Craigmillar Castle, this Edinburgh hotel offers 11 rooms with beautiful views of the hillside.

Location

The smoke-free hotel is near an entertainment district, a minute's walk from Craigmillar Park Church. About 25 minutes' walk away you can visit the royal Holyrood Park. The property also provides access to shopping attractions like Grassmarket, which are 2.5 km away. The Ben Doran Guest House is located 25 km from Edinburgh airport and a mere 350 metres from Mayfield Gardens bus stop.

Rooms

Some of the smoke-free rooms feature free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as a coffee maker. The bathroom is equipped with a bath and a shower, along with a hair dryer and toiletries.

Food & Drinks

Each morning, The Ben Doran Edinburgh serves a continental breakfast. The property is adjacent to the seafood restaurant The Pacific Fish Bar.

Leisure & Activities

Thanks to a golf course, guests can stay fit at this accommodation.

Why choose The Ben Doran Guest House Edinburgh

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Main amenities

  • Wi-Fi

  • Express check-in/ -out

  • Sports activities

  • No pets allowed

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  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Sports activities
  • No pets allowed
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Internet

  • Wi-Fi

Parking options

  • Parking

Activities

  • Golf course

Property services

  • Express check-in/ -out
  • 24-hour security
  • Housekeeping

Dining options

  • Special diet menus

In the kitchen

  • Electric kettle

For kids

  • Adults only

In the rooms

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities

In the bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Devices

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Design

  • Carpeted floor

General facilities

  • No smoking on site
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 15:00 until 23:59
Check-out:
from 08:00 until 10:00
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no cots provided in a room.

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From USD 85 per night
Check-in 16 Jun 2025
Check-out 17 Jun 2025
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Location of The Ben Doran Guest House Edinburgh

11 Mayfield Gardens, Newington, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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    11 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

    Important information
    The Ben Doran Guest House
    Check-in:
    from 15:00 until 23:59
    Check-out:
    from 08:00 until 10:00
    • Children and extra beds
    • There are no cots provided in a room.