The Bonnie Badger

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“This historic pub is located in the village of Gullane, East Lothian. Having undergone a full renovation, it now offers contemporary rooms across the main house and two exterior cottages. The best suite boasts an original fireplace and freestanding tub. Dine at The Stables; a charming country stay.”

Hotel review

A recent addition to Michelin-starred Tom Kitchin's hotel group, this hotel brings a boutique feel to a traditional pub and restaurant with rooms. Located in well-to-do Gullane, this elevated inn is inconspicuous on the town high street, but the traditional exterior belies designer rooms and a fine dining restaurant. The pub itself is a historic building dating back to the 1800s; a recent renovation sees rooms divided between the main property and two traditional cottages, Hazel and Honeysuckle. Interiors are contemporary and chic, with walls by Scottish designer Maìri Helena’s Rorschach and linens by Laura Thomas. Even the ensuite bathrooms feature bespoke Scottish hand-made Siabann toiletries. The Stables Dining Room offers modern takes on pub classics in a relaxed environment; there's no dress code here, and dogs are welcome to tag along. Dishes are prepared with fresh, seasonal ingredients, and there is a daily à la carte menu. There are board games to keep children entertained in the games room and a pool table for grown-ups. A stylish and refined seaside stay.

HG Staff
HG Staff Review published: 03/07/2024

Recommended for

  • Beach Life

    • Located in a pretty seaside town, this hotel is popular with those looking to escape Edinburgh for walks on the beach

  • Local exploring

    • With its handy location on the High Street, this hotel makes a great base for local exploring in Gullane

  • Golf

    • Spend an afternoon on one of the many local golf courses; Muirfield Golf Club is the closest to the hotel

  • Great walks

    • Enjoy great walks along the coast in Gullane and discover the beautiful natural landscape of East Lothian

  • Sights nearby

    • Visit Gosford House, a neoclassical country house near Longniddry and a short drive from the hotel

  • Quiet

  • Family Suites

  • Designer

  • Organic food

  • Romantic Break

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Full of character

  • Restaurant with rooms

  • Restaurant

  • Boutique

  • Historic

  • Chic

  • Inn

  • Pet friendly

  • Child friendly

  • Owner managed

  • Contemporary

  • Luxury

  • Intimate

  • Romantic

Facilities

  • Rooms

    13 rooms in this hotel

  • Parking

  • Family Suites

  • Bar

  • Fireplace

  • Airport transfer

  • Meeting Room

  • Private dining room

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Restaurant

  • Garden

  • Pet friendly

  • Child friendly

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Wifi

  • Games room

  • Safe

Activities

  • Golf

    • Spend an afternoon on one of the many local golf courses; Muirfield Golf Club is the closest to the hotel

  • Great walks

    • Enjoy great walks along the coast in Gullane and discover the beautiful natural landscape of East Lothian

  • Sights nearby

    • Visit Gosford House, a neoclassical country house near Longniddry and a short drive from the hotel

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The Bonnie Badger

Whether this is a pub/restaurant with rooms or hotel with a pub/restaurant, this offshoot of Michelin-starred Tom Kitchin group’s growing empire brings city slicker sophistication, meticulous cooking, Scandi/Scottish style and genuine hospitality to coastal East Lothian, a 30-minute drive from Edinburgh.

Originally published by The Telegraph

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