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Dunmuir Hotel
11 Newhouse Terrace Queens Road, Dunbar EH42 1LG Scotland
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#1 of 4 hotels in Dunbar
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The Dunmuir Hotel is an award-winning family hotel and the home to the 1902 Bar & Grill restaurant and the leading hotel in Dunbar, East Lothian as voted by visitors to the hotel. We are No 1 on Tripadvisor for Dunbar and No 2 in East Lothian. If you are looking for accommodation in Dunbar, the hotel offers several different room types to suit all tastes and budgets, in the older part of the hotel - a couple of Deluxe rooms, several superior bedrooms (one is accessible on ground floor) we also offer cosy wee doubles, in the extension we have a number standard doubles and twins finally a couple of small standards for single occupancy. On the ground floor we are delighted to offer 5 Classic rooms (one is accessible) a couple of these have adjoining doors to make 2 bedrooms into one. All in all 24 en suite bedrooms. The hotel does not have a lift. The hotel is located 5 minutes from the East Beach, Dunbar Golf Club and a short walk to the town and Dunbar Train station. We are very Dog friendly. Your dog can stay overnight and dine with you in our 1902 Grill area for all meals. We have water bowls and treats as well!!
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Free breakfast
Walking tours
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Taxi service
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Street parking
Wifi
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Kids' meals
Special diet menus
Meeting rooms
Baggage storage
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Sun terrace
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Wake-up service / alarm clock
Flatscreen TV
Complimentary toiletries
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Bridal suite
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Mid-range
Languages Spoken
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Location
11 Newhouse Terrace Queens Road, Dunbar EH42 1LG Scotland
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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The staff at the Dunmuir are first class - so attentive and professional but friendly too. The beds are comfortable and rooms very clean and spacious. The food is quality no matter what you choose to eat. Breakfast is served to the table including toast - no standing trying to use those horrible toasters (which never toasts!)
There is a small cosy bar for pre dinner drinks or coffees.
Lesley in particular is smashing ( no offence to the other staff who are great) but Lesley was run off her feet but still kept smiling and delivered first class service at breakfast.
All in all, we have stayed in the Dunmuir a few times and hope to return sooner than later.
Thanks very much 😀😀
There is a small cosy bar for pre dinner drinks or coffees.
Lesley in particular is smashing ( no offence to the other staff who are great) but Lesley was run off her feet but still kept smiling and delivered first class service at breakfast.
All in all, we have stayed in the Dunmuir a few times and hope to return sooner than later.
Thanks very much 😀😀
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Date of stay: September 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Free parking
Choice of traditional rooms or annex ( on ground floor)
Close to centre and the...
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Response from Philip Mellor, Owner at Dunmuir Hotel
Responded 9 Oct 2024
Dear rhonad... Wow what can we say but thank you so much for your amazing review of your stay with us. It was lovely to welcome you both back and thank you so much for your kind comments about the team - Lesley was delighted that she help make your stay. Hope it won't be too long until your next visit to your favorite hotel in Dunbar. Kind regards Philip
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This is a lovely hotel in a great location with plenty of safe parking. It's family run small hotel with a team that ensures they deliver a first class customer service and also offer excellent value for money. We stayed 2 nights in a superior kingsize room on the first floor of the main building which was spotlessly clean and fully met our needs. Prior to arriving we were advised that building work was on going to renovate areas but to be honest you would not have known as there was no noise at all. The breakfast was excellent, lots of choice, freshly cooked and brought to your table. No cheap look-warm buffet. Nothing was too much trouble and there was even a butchers sausage offered for Winston, our wee pug, which went down a treat 🐶😋. The hotel is in close proximity to the town centre, parks and the beach. This was our first visit to the Dunmuir and it most certainly will not be our last.
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Philip Mellor, Owner at Dunmuir Hotel
Responded 20 Sept 2022
Dear Tom, wow what can we say but thank you so much for your amazing review of your stay with us. We really appreciate you taking the time to review you stay and so please the refurbishment did not affect your stay. We are delighted to advise we have completed the works and when you next come Winston will be able to dine with you in the new "Grill". Thank you again for your amazing review. Kind regards Philip
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We stayed at the Dunmuir for a wedding locally, the price of the room was reasonable, and when we arrived the staff were very helpful. The rooms are a little on the small side but very comfortable bed, excellent bathroom / shower and the usual amenities including tv, tea and coffee.
I would highly recommend the hotel, the only minor gripe was the room we were in must have thin walls or the occupants of next door were very loud.
I would highly recommend the hotel, the only minor gripe was the room we were in must have thin walls or the occupants of next door were very loud.
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Date of stay: September 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Philip Mellor, Owner at Dunmuir Hotel
Responded 9 Oct 2024
Dear Talmet, thank you so much for your lovely review of your stay with us. We were delighted to read your feedback in regard to our Standard rooms - which is fab as they are our basic entry rooms. Maybe next time we can tempt you to one of our Superior rooms. Hope to welcome you back soon. Kind regards Philip
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I am writing this review to share my positive feedback and appreciation for the outstanding service and memorable moments we encountered throughout my stay.
From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm smiles and a genuine sense of hospitality. The check-in process was swift and efficient, and the staff at the front desk were incredibly friendly and accommodating.
The room exceeded our expectations in every way. It was clean, well-appointed, and provided all the amenities we needed for a comfortable stay.
We had exceptional dining options available especially the breakfast buffet which was a delightful culinary experience, offering a wide variety of delicious and fresh options to suit every taste. The attentive waitstaff made us feel welcome and attended to our needs with great care.
Furthermore, I would like to commend the entire hotel staff for their outstanding service.
The Dunmuir was perfectly located to explore the surrounding area for golfer, walkers and cyclists and sightseers. It should be noted also dog friendly.
The owners also went to the trouble of posting back to my home a charger cable left in the room.
All in a wonderful experience highly recommended.
From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm smiles and a genuine sense of hospitality. The check-in process was swift and efficient, and the staff at the front desk were incredibly friendly and accommodating.
The room exceeded our expectations in every way. It was clean, well-appointed, and provided all the amenities we needed for a comfortable stay.
We had exceptional dining options available especially the breakfast buffet which was a delightful culinary experience, offering a wide variety of delicious and fresh options to suit every taste. The attentive waitstaff made us feel welcome and attended to our needs with great care.
Furthermore, I would like to commend the entire hotel staff for their outstanding service.
The Dunmuir was perfectly located to explore the surrounding area for golfer, walkers and cyclists and sightseers. It should be noted also dog friendly.
The owners also went to the trouble of posting back to my home a charger cable left in the room.
All in a wonderful experience highly recommended.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Philip Mellor, Owner at Dunmuir Hotel
Responded 30 Jan 2024
Dear Alan, thank you so much for your amazing review of you stay and so please to read you wonderful feedback. It was great to welcome you and your golfing colleagues to the hotel and hope when you all next in the area we can welcome you back. Kind regards Philip
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From the moment we arrived on Weds 11th Aug for a 2 day break we were made to feel welcome and nothing was too much trouble, our Superior Room was spotless and big enough to fit an extremely comfortable camp bed in for our 6 year old daughter which she loved. All of the staff were extremely friendly and helpful and went the extra mile to get oats milk to cater for our Daughter's milk allergy. Breakfast choices were excellent, local, fresh and tasty.
The location of the hotel is great as a base to other destinations. On our second night we ate in the restaurant and only wish we had booked the 1st night as well. I can only describe the beef medallions as totally mouth watering with perfectly cooked vegetables that wouldn't have been out of place in a Michelin restaurant. My wife said her steak was heaven and how a medium steak should be. Moving onto dessert our cheeseboard and peach tarte tatin hit new heights we didn't believe possible. Washed down with a few glasses of wine and 3 exquisite whiskies from a wide choice this was the perfect meal that will long live in the memory. We can't wait to return.
A great hotel with fabulous hosts.
The location of the hotel is great as a base to other destinations. On our second night we ate in the restaurant and only wish we had booked the 1st night as well. I can only describe the beef medallions as totally mouth watering with perfectly cooked vegetables that wouldn't have been out of place in a Michelin restaurant. My wife said her steak was heaven and how a medium steak should be. Moving onto dessert our cheeseboard and peach tarte tatin hit new heights we didn't believe possible. Washed down with a few glasses of wine and 3 exquisite whiskies from a wide choice this was the perfect meal that will long live in the memory. We can't wait to return.
A great hotel with fabulous hosts.
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Date of stay: August 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Philip Mellor, Owner at Dunmuir Hotel
Responded 1 Sept 2021
Dear Vwagner, Wow, what can we say but a heartfelt thank you for placing your amazing review following your stay with us. It was a pleasure to welcome you all. We were so pleased to read that the team went out of there way to ensure your daughters stay was even more comfortable with the special provision of "oat" milk. I will share that with Kate who organized this for you all. It was brilliant also read that you enjoyed dining with us and I would agree our Steaks are outstanding and we use "Shaws of Lauder" . It was really kind of you to say the standard was that of a Michelin Restaurant which is praise indeed. I do hope we can welcome you all back when you next visit Dunbar and thanks again for your amazing review Kind regards Philip
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A short walk from the beach, the station and the town centre this was an ideal location for our extended family stay whilst attending a wedding nearby. There was a mixture of rooms - not very large but clean and comfortable and great value for money. A delicious home cooked breakfast with great variety was a welcome start to each day. The staff were amazing - very friendly and responsive. A small bar area with good drink selection was a popular meeting place for all the family. All in all I would thoroughly recommend this hotel for a break around Dunbar.
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Date of stay: October 2022
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Response from Philip Mellor, Owner at Dunmuir Hotel
Responded 2 Nov 2022
Sarah579289, thank you so much for taking the time to write your amazing review of your stay prior to you attending a family wedding locally. It was great to welcome everyone and so please to read how much you enjoyed staying. I will share your comments with our team and our breakfast Chef will be absolutely thrilled to read your comments about her breakfast. I do hope when you next up in the area we can welcome you back. Many thanks again Kind regards Philip
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We had a fantastic stay in this lovely hotel and cannot thank the staff enough for looking after us. I am having mobility issues currently and instead of having a room on the first floor as booked they moved us to a ground floor room which was very comfortable and had a lovely wet room - perfect!
The 1902 restaurant has gorgeous decor which is just perfect for eating the delicious food on offer (especially the fish and chips!). You put your order in for the breakfast the night before and you select what items you want. There was a vast selection and I have to admit I ordered too much for the first morning's breakfast.
This hotel is in a great location and we are looking forward to returning in the New Year. I would highly recommend the Dunmuir Hotel and the wonderful staff! Thank you.
The 1902 restaurant has gorgeous decor which is just perfect for eating the delicious food on offer (especially the fish and chips!). You put your order in for the breakfast the night before and you select what items you want. There was a vast selection and I have to admit I ordered too much for the first morning's breakfast.
This hotel is in a great location and we are looking forward to returning in the New Year. I would highly recommend the Dunmuir Hotel and the wonderful staff! Thank you.
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Philip Mellor, Owner at Dunmuir Hotel
Responded 4 Dec 2022
Dear Mhiggins2013, thank you so much for the amazing review of your stay and for your very kind feedback and recommendation for our restaurant. I will share your lovely comments with the team and do hope we can welcome you back in the near future. Kind regards Philip
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7 of us stayed at the Dunmuir as a base for a 4 night golfing holiday in the local area. The hotel was excellent and highly accommodating throughout.
Rooms were great and served us all well. None of the 7 complained and all seemed to have had decent sleeps.
Restaurant and bar were fantastic. For ease we ate here on all days and the restaurant was always very busy a fantastic sign for visitors when locals are enjoying themselves!! The food was very very good. Breakfasts too!!
Overall a brilliant trip and a hotel that no doubt will form the base of further Scottish golfing trips!!
Rooms were great and served us all well. None of the 7 complained and all seemed to have had decent sleeps.
Restaurant and bar were fantastic. For ease we ate here on all days and the restaurant was always very busy a fantastic sign for visitors when locals are enjoying themselves!! The food was very very good. Breakfasts too!!
Overall a brilliant trip and a hotel that no doubt will form the base of further Scottish golfing trips!!
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Date of stay: April 2024Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Philip Mellor, Owner at Dunmuir Hotel
Responded 12 Jun 2024
Dear Littledale, Wow - what can we say but thank you so much for your amazing review of your stay. It was really kind of you to highlight the Grill and quality of the food and how busy we are with locals. I do hope we can welcome you back when touring again in this area. Kind regards Pihlip
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We stayed for two nights at the Dunmuir. I have to say that it was superb! The room was huge and enough space for three of us. The owners were exceptionally friendly and helpful and managed to fit us in to the restaurant at short notice despite being very busy and must say the meals were beautiful. My son was playing in a golf competition at Gullane and had a very early tee time on the Sunday and the owner managed to arrange a tremendous cooked breakfast for us before we set off. A massive thank you to owners and staff of the Dunmuir from the Keith family. Will most definitely recommend and return.
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Date of stay: August 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Philip Mellor, Owner at Dunmuir Hotel
Responded 9 Oct 2024
Dear Gus, thank you so much for taking the time to review your stay with and so please to read your lovely feedback about the hotel and your room in particular. I was delighted that we could help with your dining for both dinner and breakfast and do hope we can welcome you back next year. Kind regards Philip
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My wife and I stayed on the 10th & 11th November for our wedding anniversary. We booked the superior king room on a 2 night B/B basis with dinner 1 night. I booked directly through the hotel for the best rate.
Free parking, excellent location and short walk to Dunbar town centre.
Every member of staff, from check in, until we left, were friendly & welcoming. The room had everything we needed, clean and homely, couldn't fault any aspect of it.
Breakfasts both mornings were not just good, they were excellent, fresh, quality produce. We had pre ordered the night before, bearing in mind that you can order as much or as little as you like, it comes fresh & hot, an excellent idea that runs like clockwork.
Special mention to Jack who served both breakfasts and our evening meal; service was second to none. Friendly and efficient, Jack's local knowledge was informative, interesting and much appreciated, a credit to the hotel.
The hotel has great character, history, excellent staff & location and I highly recommend it.
Free parking, excellent location and short walk to Dunbar town centre.
Every member of staff, from check in, until we left, were friendly & welcoming. The room had everything we needed, clean and homely, couldn't fault any aspect of it.
Breakfasts both mornings were not just good, they were excellent, fresh, quality produce. We had pre ordered the night before, bearing in mind that you can order as much or as little as you like, it comes fresh & hot, an excellent idea that runs like clockwork.
Special mention to Jack who served both breakfasts and our evening meal; service was second to none. Friendly and efficient, Jack's local knowledge was informative, interesting and much appreciated, a credit to the hotel.
The hotel has great character, history, excellent staff & location and I highly recommend it.
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Date of stay: November 2022
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Room Tip: Reception are open to requests, we stayed at the front of the hotel, there were no issues
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Response from Philip Mellor, Owner at Dunmuir Hotel
Responded 25 Jan 2023
Joeegg... Wow what can I say but a huge thank you for taking the time to review your stay with is Nov last year. We really appreciate the time you have taken to detail your stay and it was great to read your appreciated how we organize breakfast and the quality of it. I would also like to also thank you for singling out Jack for praise - I have shared your feedback with him and he was "chuffed" to bits that he help make your stay even more enjoyable. I do hope we can welcome you back in the near future Kind regards Philip
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Hi we do have a small outside seating are where you can soak up the sun and have a beer or two.
Sorry for delayed response
Philip
yes the hotel is dog friendly can take them in the bar food and service excellent here
Hi Sorry for our delay the message went into our spam - there is no age restriction as other reviews have said we are very family friendly. Kind regards Philip
As everyone above has said, ample parking. Food is delicious too.
Hi Philip
We are just set back from the Sea, a few of our rooms have what I would call a glimpse of the sea but we don't promote that as a feature.
We are less than a 5 minute walk to beach
Hope that helps and if I can be of any further help please do not hesitate to contact me on. Philip
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$162 - $180 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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United KingdomScotlandEast LothianDunbar
NUMBER OF ROOMS
24
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dunmuir Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to Dunmuir Hotel?
Nearby attractions include John Muir's Birthplace (0.7 km), Victoria Harbour (0.8 km), and Belhaven Beach (1.2 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Dunmuir Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant.
What food & drink options are available at Dunmuir Hotel?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Dunmuir Hotel?
Yes, free parking and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Dunmuir Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include The Creel Restaurant, Graze Coffee and Chocolate House, and Black Agnes Restaurant.
Is Dunmuir Hotel located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.6 km away from the centre of Dunbar.
Are pets allowed at Dunmuir Hotel?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Does Dunmuir Hotel offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers meeting rooms, a banquet room, and conference facilities.
Are there any historical sites close to Dunmuir Hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Dunbar Castle (1.0 km), The Battle of Dunbar 1650 (2.0 km), and Tyninghame Village Hall (6.6 km).
Is Dunmuir Hotel accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.