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title: "The Ben Doran Hotel, Edinburgh: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "The Ben Doran Hotel in Edinburgh: rated 8.2 by guests, 4-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-15
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Guesthouse · ★★★★
# The Ben Doran Hotel

Southside, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

8.2 ·  Very good 246 reviews ·  #167 #167 of 216 in Edinburgh ·  4.0/5 on Google, 211 reviews ·  5.7 Location score
## About The Ben Doran Hotel

The Ben Doran Hotel is a guesthouse in Southside, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. It holds a 4-star rating. Guests rate it 8.2 out of 10 across 246 reviews. Facilities include restaurant, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 2.3 km from the centre of Edinburgh. The nearest airport, Edinburgh Airport (EDI), is 13 km away.

- **Type:** Guesthouse

- **Star rating:** ★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 15:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:30

- **Rooms:** 11

- **Floors:** 3

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 32

11 Mayfield Gardens [bendoran.co.uk](http://www.bendoran.co.uk/)

## How The Ben Doran Hotel scores

Better rated than 23% of hotels in Edinburgh

-   Guest rating **8.2**
-   Location **5.7**
-   Beach access **0.0**
-   Public transport **10.0**

Edinburgh average

## Rating on Google

4.0/5

211 Google reviews

-   5★42%
-   4★33%
-   3★13%
-   2★6%
-   1★7%

From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.

## Amenities

RestaurantFree parkingFree Wi-Fi

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast
-   Restaurant

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### In the rooms

-   Coffee or tea maker

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **5.7**/10

- **Walk grade:** **47**/100 Somewhat walkable

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **29**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **0**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Portobello Beach</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4.4 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">10 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Newington railway station</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">110 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Edinburgh Airport (EDI)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">13 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">28 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Edinburgh</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2.3 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">5 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Cockburn Geological Museum1.0 km
-   Natural History Museum (Aubrey Manning Gallery)1.0 km
-   Royal Observatory Edinburgh1.4 km
-   UK Astronomy Technology Centre1.5 km
-   Falkirk Kelpies1.6 km
-   Edinburgh Surgical Museum1.6 km

## The Ben Doran Hotel: in detail

At The Ben Doran Hotel, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. Complimentary internet access is available in the hotel to ensure you stay connected during your visit. Amenities at taxi offered by The Ben Doran Hotel simplify the organization of your excursions, tourist activities, and other adventures in Edinburgh. Complimentary parking is available for guests. Continuously receive the support you require through front desk amenities such as express check-in or check-out. At the hotel, their ticket service and tours is also capable of assisting with booking tickets and securing reservations for entertainment and adventures. Desire to unwind? Make the most of your visit at The Ben Doran Hotel with accessible amenities such as daily housekeeping. Due to health concerns, smoking is strictly prohibited within the entire premises of hotel. For the health and well-being of all guests and staff, smoking is restricted exclusively to assigned zones. Accommodations come equipped with all the conveniences required for a restful night's slumber. A selection of rooms at The Ben Doran Hotel come furnished with linen service to cater to your needs and comfort. A number of rooms feature television for guest amusement and enjoyment. In certain chosen rooms, a coffee or tea maker is conveniently available for your use. In the hotel, certain guest bathrooms come equipped with essential bathroom amenities, such as a hair dryer and toiletries, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. At The Ben Doran Hotel, each day commences with a scrumptious breakfast offered at no additional cost.

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## Questions about The Ben Doran Hotel

### How do guests rate The Ben Doran Hotel?

The Ben Doran Hotel has a guest rating of 8.2 out of 10 from 246 reviews, which is better than 23% of rated hotels in Edinburgh.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at The Ben Doran Hotel?

Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 10:30.

### Does The Ben Doran Hotel include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

### Is there parking at The Ben Doran Hotel?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is The Ben Doran Hotel from the airport?

The nearest airport, Edinburgh Airport (EDI), is 13 km away in a straight line.

### How many rooms does The Ben Doran Hotel have?

The Ben Doran Hotel has 11 rooms on 3 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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