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The Ben Doran

locationUnited Kingdom, Edinburgh

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About The Ben DoranAbout The Ben Doran

Location

Located one mile from city centre, on A701, within easy walking distance of the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace. Situated on a major bus route, all parts of Edinburgh are easily reached. Waverley train station and the bus station are within one mile. The hotel is located near the south side of the city centre, close to the old town, University of Edinburgh, the Royal College of Surgeons, museums, theatres, pubs, restaurants and shopping facilities. The area is a vibrant mix of small shops, Victorian and Georgian residences and leafy tree-lined streets.

Facility

The hotel was built in 1750. Guests receive a warm welcome at the hotel. 2 single rooms and 9 double rooms are available. The friendly staff at the reception desk are happy to answer any questions. Amenities include a baggage storage service and a safe. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. Additional facilities include a library. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park. Other services include a 24-hour security service, translation services and room service. The business centre is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a fax machine.

Rooms

Individually adjustable heating ensures that rooms maintain just the right temperature. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed or a king-size bed. Guests will also find a tea/coffee station included among the standard features. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a TV, a radio and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and include a hairdryer. The hotel has non-smoking rooms.

Sport

The sports and entertainment facilities at the hotel ensure that guests have plenty of activities to choose from during their stay. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including tennis, golf and a gym.

Meals

Dining facilities include a non-smoking restaurant, a dining room and a breakfast room. Bed and breakfast can be booked. At breakfast, guests serve themselves at the generous buffet. Various dishes can be ordered à la carte for lunch and dinner. The menu also offers diet meals, gluten-free meals and vegetarian dishes. The hotel also offers special catering options.

Payment

The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA, JCB and MasterCard.

Amenities at The Ben Doran Amenities at The Ben Doran

  • Facilities

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      Bar(s)

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      Car Park

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      Hotel Safe

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      Laundry Service

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      Restaurant(s)

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      Restaurant(s) with non-smoking area

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      Room Service

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      Theatre

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      Wifi

  • Hygiene

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      Contactless check-in/-out

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      Contactless payment

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      Enhanced cleaning programme

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      Hand sanitiser

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      Health checks on staff

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      No high-touch furnishings

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      No high-touch furnishings in public areas

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      Packaged meals

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      Protective equipment for employees

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      Protective masks for guests

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      Social distancing regulations

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      Time interval between room bookings

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      Use of commercially available disinfectants

  • Meals

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      à la carte Dinner

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      à la carte Lunch

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      Breakfast Buffet

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      Special Diet

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      Special Offers

  • Sport/Entertainment

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      Golf

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      Gym

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      Tennis

LocationLocation

Around this property:

Restaurants

500 m

Golf Course

500 m

Park

500 m

Bars / Pubs

500 m

Nightclub

1 km

Tourist Centre

1 km

Shopping opportunities

1 km

Train Station

1 km

City Centre

1 km

Bus Station

1 km

Sea

10 km

User Rating & ReviewsUser Rating & Reviews

  • Sleep Qualityrating
  • Locationrating
  • Roomsrating
  • Servicerating
  • Valuerating
  • Cleanlinessrating

Excellent

72

Very Good

101

Average

56

Poor

30

Terrible

37

Recent Reviews: 296

  • User:AncoM3

    Trip type: Couples

    Nice Comfortable Stay

    rating09 Mar 2025

    We had booked the Ben Doran Guesthouse for 2 nights around the 6-nations rugby match. We got the “downstairs” bedroom which was large, quiet and with a big comfortable bed. That, together with a good...

  • User:Liz A

    Trip type:

    Leisure

    rating10 Dec 2024

    Just had a lovely three night stay, a recent 70th birthday gift for my husband. Very comfortable room, quite cosy. Stayed in room 11, which was on suite and faced on to the garden area which was nice...

  • User:Carrie K

    Trip type:

    Quaint and Good Location

    rating15 Sept 2024

    We stayed over the weekend for a little get-a-way. First the bad. The beds are hard- could use a mattress topper. And the king is two beds pushed together so a bit of a crevice. Again, a mattress...

  • User:Charlotta Å

    Trip type: Friends getaway

    Not affordable!

    rating09 May 2024

    The stuff was very friendly! But the room was cold and the breakfast was terrible. Its not worth the money. The area was good a nice walk to the center of Edinburgh took about 20 minutes or catch a...

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