The hype
Guests adore the gardens and the 'Downton Abbey' vibe but often find the bathrooms and in-room tech dated.
Greywalls Hotel And Chez Roux
$240-480/ νύχτα
Κρατήστε αυτό αν You're a golf purist who wants to wake up staring at the 10th tee of Muirfield without the corporate sterile feel of a resort.
Γιατί Το Αγαπούν
- Location literally on the edge of Muirfield Golf Course
- Edwardian country house architecture by Sir Edwin Lutyens
- Chez Roux restaurant offers serious French-Scottish fine dining
Γρήγορη Ματιά: A stunning architectural time capsule that feels more like staying with a wealthy, slightly eccentric aunt than at a modern hotel.
Αξιολόγηση από @itskimberlyfisher: I felt like I stepped onto a movie set staying here. The room has so much character with the antiques and tartan touches. It's incredibly cozy and perfect for a quiet weekend away. Highly recommend if you love history.
Ο Επισκέπτης που Έμεινε Εδώ Είπε
Reality check
The 'peace and quiet' is occasionally shattered by groups of loud golfers reliving their rounds in the library or bar.
- You appreciate creaky floorboards and antique furniture over sleek modern design
- You are playing Muirfield or Gullane Golf Club
- You want a formal, old-school dining experience where jackets are encouraged
Καθαριότητα & Συντήρηση
8.5
- Housekeeping: Generally excellent daily service, though some reviews note dust in hard-to-reach corners of older rooms.
- Bathroom hygiene: Clean but dated. Complaints exist about 'unstable WCs' and 'no hot water' in specific bad experiences.
- Maintenance: The building is over 100 years old and shows it. Peeling paint on window frames and creaky floorboards are part of the 'charm' but can feel like neglect to some.
- Linens & towels: High-quality Egyptian cotton, crisp and clean.
- Odors & scents: Old house smell (wood polish, old books, faint dust) rather than artificial air freshener.
Ποιότητα Ύπνου™
7.5ΗΣΥΧΟ
0-4ΘΟΡΥΒΕΡΟ
4-7.5ΜΕΤΡΙΟ
7.5-10ΗΣΥΧΟ
- Creaky floorboards from guests above
- Plumbing noise from adjacent bathrooms
- Early morning golfers leaving for tee times
Πριν κάνετε κράτηση
Καλό να γνωρίζετε
- Breakfast is NOT always included in the base rate and costs ~£23.50pp.
- Dinner at Chez Roux requires a reservation well in advance, even for guests.
- There is no on-site gym; guests must go to Archerfield or North Berwick for fitness facilities.
Τι να πακετάρετε
- A jacket for dinner (the restaurant retains a formal dress code)
- US/EU to UK power adapters (older rooms have limited outlets)
- Earplugs if you are sensitive to creaky floors
Δαίμονας Δωματίου
Κορυφαίες επιλογές
- Caddie's Closet: Small single rooms but offer unbeatable direct views of the Muirfield course for a lower price.
- Golf Wing Rooms: Ground floor with French doors opening directly onto the lawn—perfect for summer.
- Room 1: Historic room once occupied by royalty, overlooking the 10th tee.
Δωμάτια που πρέπει να αποφύγετε
- Small Main House Rooms: Can feel cramped and dark compared to the Cottage or Golf Wing options.
- Rooms near the kitchen/service areas if you are a light sleeper (ask specifically to be away from the 'service wing').
Δαίμονας Δωματίου – αντιγραφή & επικόλληση
“I am booking this stay specifically for the history and views. Please assign a room in the 'Golf Wing' or a 'Main House' room with a view of the course. Please ensure I am NOT in a room directly above the bar or kitchen.”
Συχνές ερωτήσεις & Κρυμμένες συμβουλές
Όλα όσα πραγματικά θέλεις να ξέρεις πριν κάνεις κράτηση.
Is there a gym or pool?
No. There are tennis courts and a croquet lawn, but no pool or fitness center.
Is it pet friendly?
Yes, but only in the 'Cottage Rooms' located in the grounds, not in the main house. Fee is £20 per night.
Does the hotel have air conditioning?
No. Fans are provided, but the historic building does not have A/C.
How far is the walk to the beach?
Gullane Bents (beach) is about a 10-15 minute walk or a 2-minute drive.
Is parking free?
Yes, there is ample free parking on-site.
Can I play Muirfield if I stay here?
Staying does not guarantee a tee time. You must book Muirfield separately, often a year in advance.
Εσωτερικές Συμβουλές
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Ask for a tour of the gardens; they were designed by Gertrude Jekyll and are a masterpiece.
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The 'Whisky Room' is a great spot for a private drink if the main bar is rowdy.
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You can walk through the gate at the bottom of the garden to get a closer look at the golf course (respecting the players, of course).
5 πράγματα που πρέπει να ξέρετε πριν φύγετε
💡The water pressure in some top-floor rooms can be 'gentle' (read: weak).
💡You might have to crouch to plug in your phone; outlets are often near the floor in odd corners.
💡The 'Caddie's Closet' rooms are tiny but have the best golfer-watching views in the house.
💡There is no elevator, so pack light or be prepared to wait for a porter.
💡The hotel is a popular wedding venue, so check if your stay overlaps with a big event which might limit access to public areas.
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