Lothian Bed & Breakfasts Guide

recommended B&Bs and guest houses in Lothian


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luxuriously appointed, contemporarily styled rooms, an elegant bar and a relaxed restaurant are all to be found at this welcoming hotel inn

Duck's Inn

Aberlady

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this 16th century inn offers fine dining and comfortable rooms - some with four poster beds - and the location is great for golfers

The Queens

South Queensferry

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in an eye-catching Victorian building, the friendly owners of this quirky B&B have created smart designer-styled rooms and offer a fine breakfast

Glengair

North Berwick

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within walking distance of the sea, this handsome Edwardian house in a beautiful garden has high quality rooms with super-comfy beds

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enjoy easy access to the beach and Muirfield Links Golf Club from this comfortable cottage-style accommodation in this historic village

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a substantial family home in a quiet residential part of the town offers beautifully appointed rooms, and a superb breakfast menu

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in the coastal village of Aberlady, this well-kept inn has comfortable rooms and full Scottish breakfasts; the location is popular with golfers

Rooms at Ravenous Beastie

South Queensferry

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some of the cosy and comfortable rooms enjoy views of the magnificent Forth Rail Bridge, a varied breakfast menu is served to start the day

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exquisite pale-toned rooms with seating areas and stylish bathrooms are concealed within this attractive and traditional village inn

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boasting an appealing situation on the village green, this historic inn has comfortable traditional rooms within easy reach of 17 golf courses

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this traditional accommodation in a Victorian house retaining period features enjoys a pleasant location opposite the racecourse near the sea

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set overlooking the ruined 12th century Dirleton Castle and gardens, a traditional village inn with well-kept bedrooms and a large beer garden

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the location of this hundred year-old listed building is handy for town centre shops, bars and restaurants plus rail links are within half a mile

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just a stone's throw from Rosslyn Chapel and with village amenities on the doorstep, these smart and comfortable rooms are ideally placed

The Folly

North Berwick

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friendly owners and the location opposite the West Links Golf Course and very near the beach make this former fire station a popular choice

Goblin Ha'

Gifford

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in the centre of a peaceful village this family-run inn offers well-equipped modern rooms and tasty breakfasts and suppers

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high review scores for this welcoming hostel with quirky décor details, a pleasant shared kitchen and communal area, and well presented rooms

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close to a sandy beach and golf course, this traditional hotel offers comfortable well-presented rooms and friendly hospitality

Orocco Pier

South Queensferry

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boasts magnificent views across the Firth of Forth; stay in stylish rooms and enjoy fresh seafood that features prominently on the menu

The Hawes Inn

South Queensferry

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nestling in the shadow of the Forth Railway Bridge with views across the water, many of the traditional style rooms boast the same vista

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just a few minutes walk to the seafront, this friendly hotel provides traditionally furnished rooms, a convivial bar and steakhouse restaurant

Ravelston House

Musselburgh

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small, family-owned hotel providing good hospitality and well-presented guest rooms located a short walk from the harbour and seafront

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welcoming traditional hotel with smart comfortable rooms - some with 4-poster beds - and a range of facilities for a relaxing stay near the sea

The Stag Head Hotel

South Queensferry

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convivial, community pub located on South Queensferry's attractive and historic High Street offering cosy rooms and Forth Rail Bridge views

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a friendly hotel, overlooking Gullane Golf Links, just 12 minutes walk to the beach and boasting a cosy bar restaurant serving a classic menu

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