Deluxe Ensuite Double
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
Guest house · Edinburgh · Edinburgh
The Ben Doran Guest House
A quiet, adults-only guest house on Mayfield Gardens, with free private parking and easy access to the city centre.
- Free private parking on site
- Adults-only, allergy-free rooms
- Cooked breakfast and tea and coffee facilities
7.8
Very good
920 reviews
Booking.com 7.8 · 920 reviews
About
The Ben Doran Guest House
The Ben Doran Guest House sits on Mayfield Gardens, a residential street in Edinburgh. The property is adults-only and offers allergy-free rooms, making it a quiet base for a city break. Free private parking is available on site, a practical bonus in a city where parking is often scarce.
Rooms are straightforward and carpeted, with heating, tea and coffee facilities, and flat-screen TVs. The guest house serves breakfast and can accommodate special diets on request. Check-in runs from 15:00 until late, with express check-in available.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Free private parking — On-site parking is provided at no extra charge, a rare and valuable amenity in central Edinburgh.
- Quiet, adults-only atmosphere — The guest house is adults-only and offers allergy-free rooms, creating a calm, restful environment.
- Good breakfast and helpful staff — Guests consistently praise the cooked breakfast and the attentive, courteous staff.
- Bright rooms with garden views — Several rooms overlook the garden, and guests note the bright, well-equipped rooms with tea and coffee facilities.
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Worth weighing
5 to weigh- Some guests find the price high — A few reviews suggest that similar accommodation can be found for less elsewhere, calling the value into question.
- Away from the city centre — The guest house is a 15-minute walk or a short bus ride from the core attractions, which may not suit everyone.
- Limited parking — Though parking is available, it is limited and may not be guaranteed for all guests.
- Bathrooms can be dated — One guest noted that the bathroom in their room was less good, though still clean.
- Key access only — The property uses key card and key access rather than a full front desk, which may feel less personal to some.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Executive Double Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
Standard Single Shared Bath
- 1 Single bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
Standard Double Shared Bath
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Property amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Express check-in/out
- No smoking on site
- 24-hour security
- Adults only
- Allergy-free rooms
Room amenities
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Free toiletries
- Electric kettle
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
- Carpeted floor
Services
- Housekeeping
- Special diet menus
- Key card access
- Key access
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 7.8/10 from 920 reviews
Booking.com · 7.8 · 920 reviews
7.8Verified guest“Great hotel with strong Wi-Fi, a TV and express check-in. The staff gave me a local takeaway number on my first stay. Ideal for a relaxing break.”
7.8Verified guest“The worst guest house experience I've ever had. Far too expensive – I found similar places nearby for 40–50 GBP less. Couldn't believe the price.”
7.8Verified guest“The service was outstanding.”
7.8Verified guest“Perfect location and spotless. The double room had central heating, tea and coffee, and a TV. Beds were lovely, and the garden view was marvellous. Staff were efficient and courteous, and the area was very quiet.”
7.8Verified guest“The garden view is marvellous and the room is bright. You get central heating, a coffee/tea maker and a multi-channel TV.”
7.8Verified guest“An okay hotel with decent value for money. The room was nice, though the bathroom was less good. A bit worn but clean and fresh. Woke up every morning to the smell of an English breakfast! About a 15-minute walk from the city, with good bus links. I'd stay again.”
04 — Location
Getting around Edinburgh
The property sits in Edinburgh.
Getting around: The city centre is about a 15-minute walk, with good bus connections nearby for reaching the Old Town and attractions like The Real Mary King's Close.
Dining: Breakfast is served at the guest house, and staff can point you to local food delivery options for other meals.
Parking: Free private parking is available on site, which is a notable advantage in Edinburgh where parking is often limited and expensive.
11 Mayfield Gardens, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH9 2AX, United Kingdom
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 15:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 08:00-10:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 11 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 until 23:59, and check-out is between 08:00 and 10:00.
Is parking available at the guest house?
Yes, complimentary private parking is available on site, though it is limited and subject to availability.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed at The Ben Doran Guest House.
Is the guest house suitable for children?
No, the property is adults-only, so it is not suitable for children.
What breakfast options are offered?
A cooked breakfast is served, and special diet menus can be accommodated on request.
Is Wi-Fi available?
Yes, Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
The bottom line
A solid, quiet adults-only choice in Edinburgh if you value free parking and a good breakfast over being right in the thick of things.
7.8Best for couples and solo travellers who plan to drive and don't mind a short bus ride into the centre.
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