Title: The Ben Doran Guest House Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Ben Doran Guest House Guesthouse with free breakfast, near Edinburgh Castle ![Free daily buffet breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69100/69017/f89ed1b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69100/69017/3c4fb903.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69100/69017/89a8ff97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69100/69017/e94c93fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69100/69017/fc5d2b01.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Ben Doran Guest House, near the University of Edinburgh, offers a breakfast buffet for city adventures. Guests enjoy amenities like a library, business center, and in-room WiFi. Express check-in/out saves time, and multilingual staff enhance the experience. 8.2 Very good ## Popular amenities - - Room service - Housekeeping - Free WiFi - Business services £182 includes taxes & fees 17 Nov - 18 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 13 - Nov 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&selected=69017&PinnedHotelID=69017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&selected=69017&PinnedHotelID=69017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 14 - Nov 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=69017&PinnedHotelID=69017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=69017&PinnedHotelID=69017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 14 - Nov 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=69017&PinnedHotelID=69017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=69017&PinnedHotelID=69017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 21 - Nov 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=69017&PinnedHotelID=69017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=69017&PinnedHotelID=69017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69100/69017/060772c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Heating LCD TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Egyptian cotton bed sheets Premium bedding Hairdryer Designer toiletries Coffee/tea maker - 323 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69100/69017/63e84ccc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Heating LCD TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Egyptian cotton bed sheets Premium bedding Hairdryer Designer toiletries Coffee/tea maker - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEdinburgh-Hotels-The-Ben-Doran-Guest-House.h69017.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEdinburgh-Hotels-The-Ben-Doran-Guest-House.h69017.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C55.93315%2C-3.17363&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=l21XpUbA588XUxcwnN-znmIuq-U=) 11 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH9 2AX #### What's nearby - University of Edinburgh - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - Royal Mile - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles - Grassmarket - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles - Edinburgh Castle - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles - Princes Street - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles #### Getting around - Princes Street Tram Stop - 5 min drive - Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) - 7 min drive - Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 28 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Haldi - ‬3 min walk - ‪Pizza Hut - ‬7 min walk - ‪Brass Monkey Grange - ‬9 min walk - ‪New Garden Grove - ‬11 min walk - ‪Dehli Diner - ‬3 min walk ## About this property ### The Ben Doran Guest House Upscale guest house near University of Edinburgh Consider a stay at The Ben Doran Guest House and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a library and a business centre. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - Express check-out, express check-in and concierge services - Smoke-free property, a front desk safe and luggage storage - A computer station, multilingual staff and tour/ticket information - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff Room features All guest rooms at The Ben Doran Guest House include comforts, such as premium bedding, as well as Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Hypo-allergenic bedding and Egyptian cotton sheets - Designer toiletries and hairdryers - 22-inch LCD TVs with digital channels and DVD players - Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4600/4533/ca52c927.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Britannia Hotel Edinburgh West End - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Breakfast available - Parking available 6.0 1,309 reviews £45 includes taxes & fees 16 Nov - 17 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=4533&PinnedHotelID=4533&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5700/5630/cf2dd966.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Best Western Kings Manor Hotel Portobello - 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Library ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Business centre - Computer station ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - 1 building - 3 floors - Built in 1800 - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Egyptian cotton sheets - Hypo-allergenic bedding ### Bathroom - Designer toiletries - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 22-inch LCD TV with digital channels - DVD player ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Limited room service ### More - Heating - Iron/ironing board on request - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in 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 available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM Contactless check-out Express check-out available ### 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 ### Renovations and closures The property is closed between 24 December and 27 December. ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours), lockbox, private entrance ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 12 are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of GBP 50 The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### National rating This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland. ### Property is also known as Ben Doran Ben Doran Edinburgh Ben Doran Guest House Ben Doran Guest House Edinburgh Ben Doran Hotel Edinburgh The Ben Doran Guest House Edinburgh, Scotland Ben Doran Guest House Guesthouse Edinburgh Ben Doran Guest House Guesthouse The Ben Doran Guest House Edinburgh The Ben Doran Edinburgh The Ben Doran Guest House Edinburgh The Ben Doran Guest House Guesthouse The Ben Doran Guest House Guesthouse Edinburgh ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Ben Doran Guest House pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Ben Doran Guest House? > As of 13 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ben Doran Guest House on 17 Nov 2025 start from £181.8, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Ben-Doran-Guest-House.h69017.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at The Ben Doran Guest House? > Limited spots are available. ### What time is check-in at The Ben Doran Guest House? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 AM. ### What time is check-out at The Ben Doran Guest House? > Checkout is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is The Ben Doran Guest House located? > Located in Newington, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of National Library of Scotland and University of Edinburgh. Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile are also within 2 miles (3 km). Edinburgh (ZXE-Edinburgh Waverly Train Station) is 28 minutes by foot and Edinburgh Waverley Station is 30 minutes. ## Have a question? 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