Hotel Duck's Inn

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

Excellent location – rated 9.1/10! (score from 343 reviews)

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8.1
Very Good
344 reviews

it just had such a nice atmosphere! the owner has got the bar just right ! sitting out areas were very nice . dinner was excellent and breakfast superb

Linda United Kingdom

Breakfast was great, dinner very good, and location perfect for golfing.Staff we’re very friendly and helpful

Christopher United States of America

Breakfast was fantastic and we had dinner both nights too x food was fantastic overall Really it liked the fact the bar was a local for the residents and met great characters.

Carol United Kingdom

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

Superb location for a golfing trip. Good food and great selection of drink. Comfortable rooms and cracking bar. We will be back.👍

Graeme United Kingdom

Wee impromptu night away. Fab location with a warm friendly welcome from all staff we met. Very comfortable room and bed, and a lovely breakfast.

Sands United Kingdom

Single room was compact but very clean and comfortable. I had an event early the following day, and so would miss breakfast. Liam in reception made sure I was give a packed meal before I left. Great service and very friendly staff.

Eric United Kingdom

Excellent place to stay, great location and comfy rooms. Staff friendly and professional. Gladly stay again.

Simon United Kingdom
8.1
Very Good
344 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “it just had such a nice atmosphere! the owner has got the bar just right ! sitting out areas were very nice . dinner was excellent and breakfast superb”
    Linda Linda United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Breakfast was great, dinner very good, and location perfect for golfing.Staff we’re very friendly and helpful”
    Christopher Christopher United States of America United States of America
  • “Breakfast was fantastic and we had dinner both nights too x food was fantastic overall Really it liked the fact the bar was a local for the residents and met great characters.”
    Carol Carol United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “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
  • “Superb location for a golfing trip. Good food and great selection of drink. Comfortable rooms and cracking bar. We will be back.👍”
    Graeme Graeme United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Wee impromptu night away. Fab location with a warm friendly welcome from all staff we met. Very comfortable room and bed, and a lovely breakfast.”
    Sands Sands United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Single room was compact but very clean and comfortable. I had an event early the following day, and so would miss breakfast. Liam in reception made sure I was give a packed meal before I left.”
    Eric Eric United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Excellent place to stay, great location and comfy rooms. Staff friendly and professional. Gladly stay again.”
    Simon Simon United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff9.1
  • Facilities7.9
  • Cleanliness8.5
  • Comfort8.2
  • Value for money8.0
  • Location9.1
  • Free WiFi 8.1
High score for Aberlady

This property is a 16-minute walk from the beach. 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.

Duck's Inn has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Oct 10, 2006

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Most popular amenities

Pet friendly
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish

Free parking available at the hotel

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Closest beaches
  • Aberlady Bay Beach

    Aberlady Bay Beach

    8.6 Excellent beach
    650 feet from property
  • Gosford Sands Beach

    Gosford Sands Beach

    9.0 Wonderful beach
    5,100 feet from property

Guest reviews

8.1
Very Good · 344 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.1
  • Facilities7.9
  • Cleanliness8.5
  • Comfort8.2
  • Value for money8.0
  • Location9.1
  • Free WiFi 8.1
High score for Aberlady

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  • Linda United Kingdom

    “it just had such a nice atmosphere! the owner has got the bar just right ! sitting out areas were very nice . dinner was excellent and breakfast superb”

  • Christopher United States of America

    “Breakfast was great, dinner very good, and location perfect for golfing.Staff we’re very friendly and helpful”

  • Carol United Kingdom

    “Breakfast was fantastic and we had dinner both nights too x food was fantastic overall Really it liked the fact the bar was a local for the residents and met great characters.”

  • 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.”

  • Graeme United Kingdom

    “Superb location for a golfing trip. Good food and great selection of drink. Comfortable rooms and cracking bar. We will be back.👍”

  • Sands United Kingdom

    “Wee impromptu night away. Fab location with a warm friendly welcome from all staff we met. Very comfortable room and bed, and a lovely breakfast.”

  • Eric United Kingdom

    “Single room was compact but very clean and comfortable. I had an event early the following day, and so would miss breakfast. Liam in reception made sure I was give a packed meal before I left. Great service and very friendly staff.”

  • Simon United Kingdom

    “Excellent place to stay, great location and comfy rooms. Staff friendly and professional. Gladly stay again.”

Property questions and answers
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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
    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.
    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
    Answered on October 20, 2020
  • Is the £10 per hound per night offer stay please?
    Thank you Per stay
    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
    Answered on July 29, 2020

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Hotel surroundings *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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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
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

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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.

Kitchen is Closed for Lunch and Dinner Mondays and Tuesdays. Bar open for drinks.

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

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

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

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

  • Room options at Duck's Inn include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Single
    • Family
    • Double

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

    • Golf course (within 2 miles)

  • 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

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

    • Taxi 45min

  • 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.

  • Guests staying at Duck's Inn can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.1).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish

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