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

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a former gamekeeper's cottage that sits in a quite spot on the edge of a large estate and Deer Park, enjoy a sumptuous breakfast to start the day

Garleton Lodge

Haddington

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a hilltop retreat with panoramic views, just 30 minutes' drive from Edinburgh, offers luxurious rooms, pampering treatments and a hot tub

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full of Scottish charm, this luxuriously appointed B&B boasts spacious, airy rooms and serves a choice of continental or full-cooked breakfasts

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

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reviewers consider this super B&B lives up to its name: spacious and well-presented rooms - one with a sauna - and a warm welcome

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a hidden gem on a private lane offers top class light and airy rooms and many facilities. The hospitality has been highly praised by guests

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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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handsome, listed Georgian manor, set in 5 acres of secluded grounds, a short drive from Livingston; offers cosy rooms and some apartments

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welcoming, traditional pub with comfortable, well-appointed rooms and a popular bar with live sports TV and serving classic pub dishes

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in the country near Linlithgow Palace where Mary Queen of Scots was born, a spacious room or a self-contained cottage offer a relaxing base

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just 2 miles from Edinburgh Airport but a whole world away, this cosy and comfy inn sits next to the Union Canal in a character village

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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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enjoy a memorable experience staying in the luxurious tower room of this beautiful 700-year-old castle with scenic views from the ramparts

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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 delightful stone house with a sun terrace and beautiful garden has charming en suite rooms and serves an authentic Hebridean breakfast

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

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a quaint and cosy family-run hotel near the town centre has comfortable, well-equipped rooms and an onsite bistro serving tasty food

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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

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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