The Ben Doran Guest House

11 Mayfield Gardens, Newington, Edinburgh, United Kingdom - Central location
3.5 280 reviews

Located 25 minutes' walk from the ruined Holyrood Abbey, The Ben Doran Guest House Edinburgh includes 11 rooms with views of the city. The hotel offers free off-street parking on site.

Location

This 4-star hotel has a major setting just 1.9 km from the combined National Museum of Scotland, while natural sights like the landscaped Princes Street Gardens are 2.6 km away. The Ben Doran Guest House gives access to Dugald Stewart Monument, which is 30 minutes' walk away. Located in Edinburgh, the property lies in close proximity to St Marks Unitarian Church. There is Mayfield Gardens bus stop 350 metres from this Edinburgh hotel.

Rooms

The rooms come with coffee and tea makers, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a DVD player for guests' convenience. Bathroom comforts include a hair dryer and bath sheets, and such essentials as a separate toilet and a shower.

Food & Drinks

The smoke-free The Ben Doran Guest House offers a free continental breakfast. The restaurant Pataka is located an 8-minute stroll away.

Why choose The Ben Doran Guest House Edinburgh

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  • Delicious full Scottish breakfast buffet

  • Complimentary tea and coffee making

  • Views of Edinburgh city or hillside

  • Convenient bus service nearby

Main amenities

  • Wi-Fi

  • Express check-in/ -out

  • Sports activities

  • No pets allowed

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  • Wi-Fi
  • 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 5 May 2026
Check-out 6 May 2026
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.