The Ben Doran Guest House - Edinburgh
55.933439, -3.173562Overview
4-star Georgian townhouse in central Edinburgh with free parking and full Scottish breakfast
Amenities
The Ben Doran Guest House offers free private parking on-site and free Wi-Fi throughout the property. Guests receive a complimentary Scottish breakfast buffet served in the dining room from 8 to 9 AM (until 9:30 AM on Sunday). The hotel provides daily housekeeping, tea and coffee-making facilities in all rooms, and a code entry system for convenient check-in.
Rooms
The ben doran has deluxe ensuite doubles, executive doubles, standard singles, and standard doubles with shared bath. Rooms include a TV, hillside or city views, and tea and coffee-making facilities. Some rooms feature large windows and high ceilings typical of Georgian architecture.
Location
Ben Doran Guest House is located within walking distance of Edinburgh Castle, the Palace of Holyroodhouse, and Arthur's Seat. Princes Street and Waverley Railway Station are a 5-minute drive away, and the Royal Mile is less than 2 miles from the building. A bus stop directly across the street provides frequent service into the city center.
Dining
Breakfast at the ben doran includes scrambled eggs, sausages, cereals, yogurts, cheese, pastries, toast, juice, dried fruits, bananas, espresso drinks, and tea or coffee. The hotel accommodates special dietary breakfast requests. Local pubs and restaurants are a few blocks away, with The Abbey noted for excellent food.
Accessibility
The hotel is a Georgian townhouse with stair-only access to rooms and no elevator. Free off-street parking is limited to six cars arranged in two rows of three. Guests should note the lack of luggage storage beyond one hour after checkout.
- Parking: Free private on-site parking
- Breakfast: Complimentary Scottish breakfast buffet with espresso drinks
- Location: 5-minute drive to Princes Street and Waverley Station
- Rooms: Deluxe, executive, and standard room types available
- Attractions: Walking distance to Edinburgh Castle and Arthur's Seat
- Service: Code entry check-in and special dietary breakfast options
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Max:1 person
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Bed options:1 Bed in shared room
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Max:1 person
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Bed options:1 Single bed
Facilities
Main facilities
Off-site parking lot
24-hour security
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Express check-in/ -out
Sports & Fitness
- Golf course
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
Essential information about The Ben Doran Guest House
| 💵 Lowest room price | 85 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 1.3 mi |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 13.9 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Edinburgh, EDI |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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