Best Luxury Hotels in Gullane

Gullane the picturesque village located on the southern shore of the Firth of Forth in East Lothian, Scotland, around 20 miles east of Edinburgh is known for its stunning coastal scenery and its world-class golf courses, including the renowned Muirfield, which has hosted numerous Open Championships. Gullane’s charming atmosphere is complemented by its historic buildings, boutique shops, and a range of cafes and restaurants, making it a popular destination for both day-trippers and holidaymakers. The area offers excellent opportunities for walking, birdwatching, and exploring nearby attractions such as the coastal town of North Berwick and the ruins of Dirleton Castle. Here are the best luxury hotels in the area.

Scotland, East Lothian, Gullane

Greywalls Hotel & Chez Roux

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 23 bedrooms across the Lutyens main house, gate lodges and garden, plus the four-bedroom self-catering Colonel's House in the grounds; some rooms are pet-friendly.
Amenities Chez Roux restaurant, afternoon tea, six-acre walled gardens, golf at neighbouring Muirfield
More An Edwardian house wrapped in Lutyens gardens beside Muirfield in Gullane; Edinburgh about 30 minutes away

Stay in one of the upscale rooms or cottages (the largest of which sleeps 10) in this Edwardian Arts and Crafts country manor. The decor is classic and homely with antique furnishings, designer floral wallpapers, rolltop tubs, hanging tapestries and original fireplaces. Its 6 acres comprise a walled garden, an alfresco terrace, tennis courts, a croquet lawn and a putting green, all perched beside the Muirfield championship golf course. Inside you can sample elegant cuisine in the first Chez Roux Restaurant in Scotland, read a book from the library in a wood-panelled drawing room, get a massage in the spa and take tea in the garden room.

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Scotland, East Lothian, Gullane

The Bonnie Badger

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 13 rooms, 12 individually designed rooms plus a master suite, spread across the main house and two cottages
Amenities The Stables restaurant, Broc Bar, The Garden Room and year-round Garden dining, private dining room, games room
More On the main street of Gullane on the East Lothian coast, minutes from Muirfield; Edinburgh about 30 minutes away

A restaurant with rooms, this establishment feels bijou and boutique. It’s certainly a good option for foodies; whether you dine a la carte at The Stables, on pub staples at Broc Bar, or grilled dishes in the Garden, you’ll be tucking into award-winning food (Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand 2022 and 5 AA Gold Stars), that follows the hotel’s ‘From Nature to Plate’ philosophy. Book a beamed loft room, a four-poster suite, a superior room with patio doors, a double or a deluxe room – all come with The Bonnie Badger’s own bath products.

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