Located in Newington within a short walk of Royal Commonwealth Pool, The Ben Doran Guest House is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as University of Edinburgh. This 11-room, 4-star guesthouse welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking. In the historical district, it's also near Greyfriars Kirk and St. Giles' Cathedral.
Dining
Free hot/cold buffet breakfast is offered each morning. Order from room service to satisfy your hunger without leaving your room.
The Ben Doran Guest House's 11 air-conditioned rooms provide coffee makers and phones. 22-inch LCD TVs come with digital channels and DVD players, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets.
Rooms
At The Ben Doran Guest House, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and a computer station. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with concierge services, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a library, express check-in, and express check-out.
Property features
- Walking distance to Royal Commonwealth Pool
- Free hot/cold buffet breakfast
- Free WiFi in rooms and public areas
- Free parking
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Guest House Amenities
Guest House Amenities
A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary. This 4-star property offers access to a business center. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning. This Edinburgh guesthouse also offers a library, tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff. Limited complimentary onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
The Ben Doran Guest House is a smoke-free property.
- Concierge services
- Free breakfast
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Multilingual staff
- Total number of rooms - 11
- Number of floors - 3
- Library
- Business center
- Smoke-free property
- Express check-in
- Express check-out
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Free WiFi
- Parking (limited spaces)
- Year Built 1800
- Free self parking
- Number of buildings/towers - 1
- Computer station
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Luggage storage
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking
Free self parking, Parking (limited spaces)
Room Amenities
The Ben Doran Guest House offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 22-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels.
Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Edinburgh guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Premium bedding
- Room service (limited hours)
- Air conditioning
- Phone
- Coffee/tea maker
- DVD player
- Daily housekeeping
- Designer toiletries
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Iron/ironing board (on request)
- Free WiFi
- In-room climate control (air conditioning)
- Digital TV service
- Egyptian-cotton sheets
- LCD TV
Where to Eat
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
Guests are offered a complimentary hot/cold buffet breakfast each morning.
Breakfast
Start your morning with a free hot/cold buffet breakfast, available each day of your stay. You can order a meal from room service during limited hours.
Nearby Things to Do
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Golfing nearby
- Snowboarding nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
Guest House Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Minimum check-in age is 18
Check-in time ends at 10 PM
Special check-in instructions:
Check-out
Check-out time is 10:30 AM
Payment types
Children and extra beds
- Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 12 are welcome.
Pets
- Pets not allowed
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are 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.
No rollaway/extra beds available
No cribs (infant beds) available
No elevators
Fees
Optional extras
- Onsite credit card charges are subject to a surcharge
Guest house Name
- 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
We should mention
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette 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.