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About this property
In central Edinburgh, this 4-star Georgian town house offers free Wi-Fi and free parking. The local bus service allows easy access to Edinburgh city centre. All of the charming rooms at The Ben Doran Guest House have a TV and elegant décor. Rooms have beautiful hillside or city views. Breakfast is served in the dining room from 8 to 9 AM, until 9:30 on Sunday. Breakfast consists of scrambled eggs, sausages, cereals, yogurts, cheese, pastries, toast, juice, dried fruits, bananas, espresso drinks and tea/coffee. The hosts are friendly and welcoming. Princes Street and Waverley Railway Station are just a 5-minute drive away, and the attractions of the Royal Mile are less than 2 miles from the building. The hotel offers limited off-street parking.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Heating
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Dean
Australia
“Staff, hospitality and good breakfast. We had a great room basement level with Street front entry.” - Teresa
Australia
“Proximity to Old Town. Bus stop right across the road. The English style buffet breakfast options were plentiful, & great coffee. Rooms & furnishings a bit tired and worn however the room satisfied our purpose for our stay” - Michael
United Kingdom
“The location was lovely with friendly staff and clean, well organised rooms. The breakfast was very tasty with varied options available.” - Samir
United Kingdom
“Spacious room and great view of Arthurs seat from the window! Slightly dated/Classic decor but as displayed in pictures. Great stay would stay again for sure” - Oikirsty
Australia
“Very homely feel, great location, nice and quiet yet easy to get to town with many buses on the doorstep. Lovely breakfast.” - Stephen
United Kingdom
“Good location within easy walking distance to the city. Large comfortable room, Facilities good with free tea and coffee available at all times. Friendly staff, good system for key access with individual key box codes. Breakfast adequate,...” - Leigh-anna
United Kingdom
“We phoned on the day of check in to see if we could check in early and the owner was fab and let us in the room around 2 hours early. The location is fab, the staff were very friendly and helpful and the room was clean.” - Rebecca
United Kingdom
“The place was fab. Nice and clean and lovely and warm. The staff were so friendly and helpful and the breakfast was lush! Great location as it’s only a 20 min walk into town or the bus stop is right opposite but we even had an uber a few time...” - Stanley
Isle of Man
“Everything from the friendliness of the staff to the location Good breakfast in the morning” - Petra
United Kingdom
“It was clean, spacious and free coffee and tea and the beds were good”
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Arabic,English,Spanish,French,JapaneseProperty surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.








The fine print
Please inform The Ben Doran Guest House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
This property has identified that it does not require a short-term rental license or registration