Hotel Duck's Inn

Main St,, Aberlady, EH32 0RE, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.0/10! (score from 314 reviews)

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8.1
Very Good
314 reviews

Great food, cold beer, and incredible hospitality from Malcolm, Fiona and their employees.

David United States of America

Staff were most friendly even from the point we entered the car Park. All area’s of the hotel very fresh and clean, the food was great to. 👍

Graham United Kingdom

Great location in East Lothian near Gosford Bothy and Gullane beach. Very comfortable room, with warm cosy bar, great drinks and good food in the restaurant.

Timothy United Kingdom

was lovely little hotel and food was amazing 10/10

Stacey United Kingdom

Bar was cool, staff very attentive. I didn't dine, just didn't fancy the menu on the day. Breakfast was great.

Ian United Kingdom

Fantastic service. Fane, intimate rooms. Very clean, you can eat from the floor. Beautiful dining room, bar. Delicious food. I highly recommend it.

Piotr United Kingdom

relaxed,all the staff in bar/restaurant area were excellent and a credit to the hotel

Craig United Kingdom

Excellent food and great choice of menu- good quality crockery and glassware

Stella United Kingdom

Location, food, greeting at reception, Lian very friendly and welcoming with lots of information on places to visit.

Susan United Kingdom

Great location as we were travelling somewhere different each day. Staff were great, made sure everything was perfect! Great breakfast along with a lovely fun waitress!

Claire United Kingdom
8.1
Very Good
314 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Great food, cold beer, and incredible hospitality from Malcolm, Fiona and their employees.”
    David David United States of America United States of America
  • “Staff were most friendly even from the point we entered the car Park. All area’s of the hotel very fresh and clean, the food was great to. 👍”
    Graham Graham United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Great location in East Lothian near Gosford Bothy and Gullane beach. Very comfortable room, with warm cosy bar, great drinks and good food in the restaurant.”
    Timothy Timothy United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “was lovely little hotel and food was amazing 10/10”
    Stacey Stacey United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Bar was cool, staff very attentive. I didn't dine, just didn't fancy the menu on the day. Breakfast was great.”
    Ian Ian United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Fantastic service. Fane, intimate rooms. Very clean, you can eat from the floor. Beautiful dining room, bar. Delicious food. I highly recommend it.”
    Piotr Piotr United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “relaxed,all the staff in bar/restaurant area were excellent and a credit to the hotel”
    Craig Craig United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Excellent food and great choice of menu- good quality crockery and glassware”
    Stella Stella United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Location, food, greeting at reception, Lian very friendly and welcoming with lots of information on places to visit.”
    Susan Susan United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Great location as we were travelling somewhere different each day. Staff were great, made sure everything was perfect! Great breakfast along with a lovely fun waitress!”
    Claire Claire United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff9.1
  • Facilities7.9
  • Cleanliness8.4
  • Comfort8.2
  • Value for money7.9
  • Location9.0
  • Free WiFi 8.0
High score for Aberlady

Nestled in a picturesque village and just a 30-minute drive from Edinburgh, this family-run 16th-century hotel offers 2 AA Rosette fine dining, free Wi-Fi and free parking.

The intimate Ducks Restaurant offers award-winning seasonal menus, white linen, candles and an open fire. For a more informal experience, Donald’s Bar & Bistro serves a range of snacks and bar meals as well as a selection of about 70 malt whiskys and real ales.

Free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV and an private bathroom are provided in each guest room, as well as a hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities.

Leisure pursuits in the East Lothian area include golfing, boat trips at North Berwick, the National Museum of Flight and bird watching at Aberlady Bay and the Scottish Sea Bird Center.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish

Free parking available at the hotel

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Most popular amenities

Pet friendly
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
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8.1
Very Good
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Categories:
  • Staff9.1
  • Facilities7.9
  • Cleanliness8.4
  • Comfort8.2
  • Value for money7.9
  • Location9.0
  • Free WiFi 8.0
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  • David United States of America

    “Great food, cold beer, and incredible hospitality from Malcolm, Fiona and their employees.”

  • Graham United Kingdom

    “Staff were most friendly even from the point we entered the car Park. All area’s of the hotel very fresh and clean, the food was great to. 👍”

  • Timothy United Kingdom

    “Great location in East Lothian near Gosford Bothy and Gullane beach. Very comfortable room, with warm cosy bar, great drinks and good food in the restaurant.”

  • Stacey United Kingdom

    “was lovely little hotel and food was amazing 10/10 ”

  • Ian United Kingdom

    “Bar was cool, staff very attentive. I didn't dine, just didn't fancy the menu on the day. Breakfast was great. ”

  • Piotr United Kingdom

    “Fantastic service. Fane, intimate rooms. Very clean, you can eat from the floor. Beautiful dining room, bar. Delicious food. I highly recommend it.”

  • Craig United Kingdom

    “relaxed,all the staff in bar/restaurant area were excellent and a credit to the hotel ”

  • Stella United Kingdom

    “Excellent food and great choice of menu- good quality crockery and glassware”

  • Susan United Kingdom

    “Location, food, greeting at reception, Lian very friendly and welcoming with lots of information on places to visit.”

  • Claire United Kingdom

    “Great location as we were travelling somewhere different each day. Staff were great, made sure everything was perfect! Great breakfast along with a lovely fun waitress!”

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  • Hi, what is the charge for dogs & are you open this weekend.

    Hello! £10 for hound. Only beer garden is open this weekend weather dependent. Leisure residents from 15th July. Regards Ducks Inn

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    Answered on July 10, 2020
  • Have you disabled access rooms

    Good morning We do have rooms on the ground floor and all the public areas are at ground floor level. We have a room with a shower with a slight step and aids. one rooms has a bath with aids. These rooms are classed as ambulant disabled.

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    Answered on July 27, 2021
  • Is this area included in additional restrictions or can I have a glass of wine with my meal...or only outside drinking until 6pm 🙏🤷‍♂️

    Hello and many thanks for your enquiry. We have indeed been lumped together with Edinburgh and Glasgow and so, currently, cannot serve alcohol except room service for residents. Many apologies Ducks

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    Answered on October 20, 2020
  • Is the £10 per hound per night offer stay please?

    Thank you Per stay

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    Answered on July 27, 2021
  • Is there a TV in the room and a decent sitting chair.?

    Thank you - yes we have a tv in each room

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    Answered on July 29, 2020
  • I’d love to stay with you and bring my (well behaved) dog. We’d need a ground floor room - is this possible? Thanks.

    Good Morning, Yes we do accept dogs and muddy boots, great walks in the area so please book and we will see you soon. Regards The Ducks Team

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    Answered on November 13, 2021
  • What transport is available to and from Muirfield Golf Course spectator entrance please? Thanks, Alan

    Good morning There is a regular local bus service that goes past the entrance every half hour kind regards Ducks

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    Answered on September 23, 2021
  • Any parking

    Yes we have parking to the rear of the Hotel.

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    Answered on September 8, 2021
  • hello, we are looking to book and bring the dog. there is no mention of a charge on the booking page

    Thank you for your email. Yes we do allow dogs and there will be a £10 charge. Kind regards Ducks Inn

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    Answered on October 12, 2021
  • Hi, do you have any ground floor rooms with walk-in showers?

    Yes we have 1 room

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    Answered on July 21, 2021
  • Do you have an early book in , im golfing nearby and my wife. With dog would like to check in around 12 ish if poss,, thanks, ken .

    Thank you yes we can try and organise this for you

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    Answered on August 26, 2020
  • Hi. Would you be able to provide a ground floor room with a bath and also that we can have our dog with us? For tomorrow night

    Hi Tracy - all sorted. Have put you in for dinner at 7pm but can do earlier / later if you prefer....? have a safe trip up Fiona

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    Answered on October 18, 2021
  • do you have ground floor rooms that are dog friendly

    Yes we do - hear from you soon. Ducks Inn

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    Answered on September 14, 2020
  • Do you have evening entertainment

    Thank you - at the moment we are not doing entertainment

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    Answered on August 25, 2021
  • Does each quest have a separate bathroom

    Hello. All our rooms are ensuite with either a shower or a shower over the bath. Hope this helps. Ducks

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    Answered on July 7, 2020
Hotel surroundings *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • Gosford House
    1 miles
  • Muirfield
    2.7 miles
  • Muirfield Golf Club
    2.7 miles
  • National Museum of Flight
    5.4 miles
  • Preston Mill & Phantassie Doocot Mill
    8.1 miles
  • Musselburgh Racecourse
    8.3 miles
  • Tantallon Castle
    8.4 miles
  • East Links Family Park
    9.6 miles
  • Dalkeith Country Park
    11 miles
  • Butterfly & Insect World
    12.1 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant Grace of India
    0.1 miles
  • Restaurant Craigielaw Golf Club
    1 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Fenton Barns Farmshop & Cafe
    5.6 miles
Top attractions
  • Royal Yacht Britannia
    12.3 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Ocean/Sea Aberlady Bay
    0.8 miles
Beaches in the Neighborhood
  • Aberlady Bay Beach
    650 feet
  • Gosford Sands Beach
    5,100 feet
  • Gullane Beach
    2 miles
  • Longniddry Bents Beach
    2 miles
  • Seton Sands Longniddry Beach
    2.5 miles
Closest Airports
  • Edinburgh Airport
    19.8 miles
  • Dundee Airport
    31.3 miles
  • Glasgow Airport
    61.5 miles
How to get to Duck's Inn from Edinburgh Airport
    Taxi
    Free parking is available.
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of Duck's Inn

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
Food & Drink
  • Kids' meals Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
  • Street parking
  • Secure parking
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Safe
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
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Sustainability initiatives

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Check-in

2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Check-out

7:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above are considered adults at this property.

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 year
Crib by request
Free
2 years old
Crib by request
Free
Extra bed by request
£30 per child, per night
3 - 12 years
Extra bed by request
£30 per child, per night

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Switch Solo Duck's Inn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Strictly no smoking throughout the property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

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

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

As a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has temporarily suspended its shuttle services.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

FAQs about Duck's Inn

  • The nearest beach is 0.8 miles from Duck's Inn.

  • Guests staying at Duck's Inn can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.9).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish

  • Room options at Duck's Inn include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Single
    • Family
    • Double

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

  • Yes, Duck's Inn is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Duck's Inn by:

    • Taxi 45min

  • Duck's Inn offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 2 miles)

  • Check-in at Duck's Inn is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at Duck's Inn (subject to availability):

    • Parking on site
    • Parking
    • Secure parking
    • Street parking
    • Accessible parking
    • Free parking

  • Duck's Inn is 650 feet from the center of Aberlady.