The Folly Hotel North Berwick, North Berwick ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

1 Station Hill, North Berwick, United Kingdom, EH39 4AN

The Folly Hotel, a former fire station, is located in North Berwick, United Kingdom. This smoke-free, licensed hotel is conveniently situated 20 minutes from Glen Golf Club and 12 minutes from the Scottish Seabird Centre. With its unique history and proximity to various outdoor activities, it serves as an ideal stopover on the John Muir Trail.

Location

The Folly Hotel is a 5-minute walk from the town center and 34 miles from Edinburgh. It is located near several notable attractions, including the North Berwick Golf Course and North Berwick Harbour. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, accessible within a 45-minute drive.

Rooms

All guestrooms at The Folly Hotel feature free WiFi and a flat-screen TV. The accommodations include en suite bathrooms equipped with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Many rooms offer amenities such as coffee/tea makers, with select triple rooms providing scenic sea views. Guests can enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with ample space and kettle amenity trays.

Eat & Drink

The hotel offers a complimentary full breakfast to guests each morning. An on-site bar and restaurant provide options for meals and relaxation after a day of exploration. North Berwick itself is home to a variety of dining choices, including Italian, Indian, Scottish, Thai, and Chinese cuisine, making it easy for visitors to find diverse meals.

Leisure & Business

Guests have access to a shared lounge area for relaxation. Outdoor adventures such as mountain biking, horse riding, and hiking trails can be easily arranged. The hotel supports leisure travel with free self-parking and WiFi in public areas, catering to both leisure and business visitors.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

King Room

Max:

1 person

11 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

Sea view

Shower

Coffee machine

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King Room

Max:

2 persons

16 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Sea view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Standard Triple Room

Max:

3 persons

24 m²

Bed options:

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

Sea view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

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City Center

North Berwick2000 ft

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI) 33.6 mi

Dundee (DND) 90.0 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast!

“I thoroughly enjoyed the continental breakfast, featuring fresh fruits and tasty pastries that started my day on a high note.” view full review

Spacious Comfort

“My double bedroom was remarkably spacious, providing ample room for my luggage and personal items, making my stay comfortable.” view full review

Great Shower!

“The shower room was well-maintained with excellent water pressure, making for a refreshing experience every morning.” view full review

Cozy Tea Station

“I loved having tea and coffee-making facilities in my room; it was a good touch to unwind after a long day.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
No pets allowed
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Golf course

Services

Housekeeping

Spa & Leisure

Beach access

Room features

Heating
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

1 Station Hill, North Berwick, United Kingdom, EH39 4AN

Map view

street view

1 Station Hill, North Berwick, United Kingdom, EH39 4AN

City landmarks

The Harbour

Scottish Seabird Centre

2100 ft

Church

St Andrew's Auld Kirk

2300 ft

Church

Abbey Church of Scotland North Berwick

2100 ft

Church

St Andrew Blackadder Church

2100 ft

East Road

The Lodge Grounds

2300 ft

Museums

Coastal Communities Museum

2700 ft

East Road

War Memorial Garden

3300 ft

John Muir Way

3000 ft

North Berwick EH39 4HN

St Andrew's Well

2200 ft

Anchor Green

Catherine Watson Monument

2500 ft

Melbourne Rd

Milsey Bay Beach

2900 ft

North Berwick Law

4300 ft

Castle

Dirleton Castle

2.1 mi

Craigleith

1.1 mi

Lamb

1.1 mi

Ware Rd

Yellowcraigs

2.0 mi

Beach

Yellowcraigs Beach

2.1 mi

Castle

Tantallon Castle

3.0 mi

Fidra

2.4 mi

Lighthouse

Fidra Lighthouse

2.4 mi

Garden

Archerfield Walled Garden

3.0 mi

East Linton EH40 3DY

Waughton Castle

3.0 mi

Museums

National Museum of Flight

4.3 mi

East Fortune Airfield

Adventure 001

3.8 mi

Nearby

Gallery

Greens & Blues

1800 ft

Restaurants

Turkish Kebab House

1300 ft

119 High Street

Buttercup Cafe

1600 ft

92 High Street

Costa Coffee

1800 ft

17 Market Place

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

76%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.6/10

Very good

Rooms

6.5

Location

9.0

Service

7.5

Dining

8.0

3.5/5 based on 49 reviews

#5 of 5 hotels in North Berwick based on Tripadvisor

Phil

United Kingdom, January 2024

7.0/10

The hotel offers a great location, just 5 minutes from the train station at the top of the high street in North Berwick. The room needs renovation, including the shower area. However, the location is perfect for enjoying breakfast by the window and watching the world go by.

Rooms

5.0

The room needs complete renovation and adjustment, with the possibility of excessive heat due to the bathroom radiator. The soap dish placement needs improvement.

Service

7.0

The service, including housekeeping, was sufficient for our stay.

Location

9.0

The location is one of the best in North Berwick, being just 50 yards from the Golf Clubhouse and in close proximity to amenities.

Dining

8.0

The dining was excellent, with helpful staff. However, the menu was somewhat limited.

Facilities

6.0

Facilities were good overall, though some aspects need improvement.

Patricia

United Kingdom, June 2023

8.0/10

The hotel suited our purpose perfectly, with clean and comfortable rooms but a very cramped feel and limited storage space. The service was great, and the location was excellent for exploring the lively town of North Berwick. The dining experience was very nice, offering freshly made dishes, but could improve with more variety. The facilities were satisfactory without any specific praise.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms suited our purpose perfectly, clean and with a comfortable bed.

Service

8.0

The housekeeping service was efficient and friendly.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located in the lovely town of North Berwick, close to the Golf Clubhouse and the lively town center, making it very convenient for exploring.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was very nice, with freshly made dishes and lovely presentation.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offered basic facilities, meeting our needs without any standout features.

Henry

United States of America, June 2023

8.2/10

The hotel is situated in a fabulous location, with comfortable beds and the added bonus of Costa coffee and a bowl of sweets. While some room elements like the soap dish and shower height could use updating, a complete renovation would make a significant difference overall.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms needed a little updating, with some elements showing signs of wear like the high soap dish and fixed shower height. A complete new shower would greatly improve the experience.

Service

9.0

The service, including housekeeping, was exceptional. Staff were friendly and accommodating throughout my stay.

Location

9.0

The location is excellent, allowing me to enjoy breakfast by the window and observe the world passing by. It's conveniently close to the town center and within a stone's throw of the golf course.

Dining

8.0

Dining options were excellent and satisfying. The proximity to the accommodation and the classic dishes provided a delightful culinary experience.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-equipped and provided everything needed for a comfortable stay. A great overall experience.

Francis

United Kingdom, April 2023

7.2/10

The hotel was cozy and had a good location near the beach and golf course with convenient access to shops and restaurants. The rooms were a bit small and stuffy, possibly in need of updating, and had a lingering scent of cigarettes from the past.

Rooms

6.0

The room was a bit small and stuffy but clean.

Service

6.0

The service was average, and the housekeeping was satisfactory.

Location

9.0

The location was excellent, just a stone's throw away from the beach and golf course with easy access to the lively town center.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was enjoyable, with delicious and well-presented meals, although the coffee was consistently weak.