The Bonnie Badger features a garden, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Gullane. Built in 19th century, this 5-star hotel is within 1.8 miles of Aberlady Bay Beach and a 15-minute walk of Muirfield. The property is allergy-free throughout and is located a 12-minute walk from Gullane Beach. Guest rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a closet. Each room comes with a private bathroom, a safety deposit box and free WiFi, while certain rooms include a terrace and some have garden views. At the hotel every room comes with bed linen and towels. Speaking English, French, Japanese and Portuguese, staff are willing to help at the 24-hour front desk. Royal Mile is 20 miles from The Bonnie Badger, while Edinburgh Waverley Train Station is 21 miles away. Edinburgh Airport is 27 miles from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom :
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.2
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
7.5
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Bevis
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were very polite, friendly and efficient. A good breakfast. Very comfortable bed. Good shower. Nice restaurant ambiance. Good wines but expensive.
  • Blair
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Food in the hotel was exceptional. Staff were very friendly and attentive. Lots of little touches that went a long way.
  • Jacqueline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely clean room, comfortable bed, good facilities (tea, coffee, water), nice, clean bathroom with good shower, excellent breakfast, friendly and helpful staff, lovely dinner in the Broc Bar.
  • Gillian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was great but service was strange .Staff were professional but a little unfriendly.
  • Robin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Warm welcome, nice spacious room with top quality bedding and bathroom. All staff well trained, friendly and happy in their work. Garden lunch / bbq and breakfast top notch as you would expect. Well worth a detour on the way to / from Edinburgh.
  • Scott
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fantastic hotel with a lot of nice added service touches, like a tray of fresh lemonade and cooking left outside your room In the evening.
  • Tam
    United States of America United States of America
    We recently stayed at the Bonnie Badger in Gullane during our golf trip, and it exceeded all our expectations. The staff’s special attention to guests is outstanding. We loved the daily cookie and lemonade delivered to our room every afternoon....
  • Diane
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The look outside, the decor inside, a nice relaxed feel.
  • Lindsay
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We have stayed here before but this time payed a little extra for one of their loft rooms which are lovely. The bed is very comfortable. The shower quite good. There was a coffee machine which was appreciated and cloudy lemonade and cookies were...
  • Jacqueline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely small hotel with very friendly and helpful staff, fabulous decor with a homely feel and the evening meal in the Stables restaurant was fantastic, the trout starter was a work of art on the plate and so delicious. The homemade biscuits and...

Property questions and answers
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The property usually replies within a few days

  • Are pets allowed in hotel or bar only?

    We are dog friendly in all of our public areas, including The Stables restaurant and Broc bar. We do also have some dog friendly rooms available.
    Answered on 13 July 2022
  • What are the lunch prices?

    We have different menus available at The Bonnie Badger, including a seasonal a la carte menu, bar menu, BBQ garden menu and afternoon tea menu. Pleas..
    Answered on 16 April 2022
  • Is parking available?

    Hi, Thank you for your message, The green at the back of the hotel has free parking spaces where you can leave your car during your stay. Kind Regards..
    Answered on 23 January 2020
  • Have you a dog friendly room on the 13th

    Good Morning, Thank you for your enquiry. I am delighted to let you know that we do have a dog friendly room on Sunday 13th November. Please do not..
    Answered on 3 November 2022
  • Is there a bath in this room

    All bedrooms contain waterfall showers in the ensuite bathroom. The only bath within the hotel is in The Ridge/Master Suite.
    Answered on 15 February 2021
  • Can dogs be left in the room while we dine jackiev

    Hi Jackie, Yes they can, as long as they are well behaved. We love having dogs to stay with us.
    Answered on 13 June 2024
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Hotel area info

Restaurants
4 Restaurants On Site

  • The Stables
    • Cuisine
      British • Scottish • Local
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Modern • Romantic
  • Broc Bar
    • Cuisine
      British • Scottish • Local
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Modern • Romantic
  • The Garden Room
    • Cuisine
      British • Scottish • Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Modern • Romantic
  • The Garden
    • Cuisine
      British • Scottish • Local • Grill/BBQ
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Modern • Romantic

Amenities of The Bonnie Badger
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 4 restaurants
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • High chair
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/Performance
  • Beach
  • Mini golf
  • Pool table
  • Game room
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • French
  • Japanese
  • Portuguese

House rules
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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Available 24 hours
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
£25 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
2 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
£25 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
£50 per person, per night

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Bonnie Badger of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about The Bonnie Badger

  • The prices at The Bonnie Badger may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The nearest beach is 2,450 feet from The Bonnie Badger. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at The Bonnie Badger is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The Bonnie Badger has 4 restaurants:

    • Broc Bar
    • The Garden
    • The Stables
    • The Garden Room

  • The Bonnie Badger is 1,650 feet from the center of Gullane. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, The Bonnie Badger is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Room options at The Bonnie Badger include:

    • Suite
    • Double
    • Twin/Double

  • The Bonnie Badger offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Pool table
    • Game room
    • Mini golf
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Live music/Performance
    • Beach
    • Live sports events (broadcast)