The Ben Doran Guest House, Edinburgh
About the Hotel
Rooms & Amenities
The Ben Doran Guest House provides rooms ranging from single occupancy to deluxe rooms. Each room features premium bedding, Egyptian cotton linen, Gilchrist & Soames toiletries, warm central heating, and views of the city or hillside. Features include an LCD TV with DVD player, telephone, radio, alarm, and tea/coffee-making facilities. Guests can access complimentary Wi-Fi. Rooms with a 'shared bathroom' now include a private bathroom.
Breakfast & Dining
Breakfast is served in the dining room from 8 to 9 AM (9:30 AM on Sundays). A Scottish breakfast buffet consists of scrambled eggs, sausages, cereals, yogurts, cheese, pastries, toast, juice, dried fruits, bananas, and espresso drinks, plus tea/coffee. The menu includes soup of the day, steak, salmon, and pasta, with desserts, tea, and coffee also available. Packed lunches are available upon request.
Leisure Activities
The Royal Commonwealth Pool, featuring three pools, a fitness center, and classes, is 0.5 miles from the Guest House. Ghost tours explore Edinburgh's history of murderers, tortures, ghosts, and haunted locations. Visitors can explore Edinburgh's gin heritage with tours. Street food markets offer local produce and dining. A selection of the Queen's dresses is on display at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Location & Transportation
Located on Mayfield Gardens, Newington, south of Edinburgh city center, The Ben Doran Guest House is less than 2 miles from the Royal Mile. The Guest House is near the University of Edinburgh, and the Royal College of Surgeons. Waverley Train Station is 5 minutes away, and Edinburgh Airport is a 20-minute drive. Bus service provides access to Edinburgh city center and Waverley train station.
Guest Services
The Ben Doran offers free Wi-Fi and free parking. The Ben Doran Guest House is located in Newington, a predominantly residential area. The Guest House is a Georgian townhouse.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free 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
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