The Best Hotels Closest to John Muir's Birthplace in Edinburgh for 2026

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A wooden deck with a hot tub, two wicker chairs, and a small table with a towel.

A restaurant with a glass table and chairs, a wine list sign, and a view of the sea.

A room with a large window overlooking a coastal landscape, featuring a sofa, a small table with a tray of tea items, and a lamp.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, and a TV.

1. Bayswell Park Hotel

0.5 km from John Muir's Birthplace

Linda F

SAR 468

SAR 561 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A buffet setup with various food items and serving utensils.

A brick building with a large clock, a covered patio area with outdoor seating, and a well-maintained lawn.

A hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, a desk with a kettle, and a framed picture on the wall.

A building with a brick facade, a covered patio area, and a playground.

2. Pine Marten, Dunbar by Marston's Inns

1.5 km from John Muir's Birthplace

Leonie

SAR 280

SAR 336 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A room with a large window, a green armchair, a red sofa, and a wooden table.

A cozy living room with two sofas, a fireplace, a mirror, and two lamps.

A bedroom with a large bed, a seating area with a bench, and a view of the outdoors.

3. Open Arms Hotel

17 km from John Muir's Birthplace

Dawn

SAR 260

SAR 312 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A cozy living room with patterned sofas, a plaid carpet, and a fireplace.

A dining room with a long table set for a meal, green upholstered chairs, and a white tablecloth.

A traditional building with a sign reading "Twiddale Arms Hotel".

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a framed picture on the wall.

4. Tweeddale Arms Hotel

18.1 km from John Muir's Birthplace

Trevor

SAR 502

SAR 602 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A large, two-story building with a well-maintained lawn and outdoor seating area.

A garden with a fountain, a bench, and a building in the background.

A neatly made bed with white linens and two pillows, a grey headboard, and a grey armchair in a hotel room.

A courtyard with green metal chairs and tables, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained lawn.

5. Maitlandfield House Hotel

17 km from John Muir's Birthplace

Shawn

SAR 515

SAR 618 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A bar area with a wooden counter, wine bottles, and glasses on shelves. There are tables and chairs in the background.

A building with the sign "THE LAW" and a black awning with "WELCOME" written on it.

A building with the sign 'THE LAW' and a black awning with 'BEER GARDEN' written on it.

6. The Law

13.9 km from John Muir's Birthplace

Amandine

SAR 609

SAR 730 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A swimming pool with a tiled deck and a wooden fence in the background.

A dining room with a large wooden table, six chairs, a chandelier, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A golf course with a view of a distant island, a brick patio with metal tables and chairs, and a well-maintained lawn.

A large, multi-story building with a traditional architectural style, featuring numerous windows and a prominent entrance.

7. Marine & Lawn North Berwick

15.1 km from John Muir's Birthplace

Kimberly

SAR 938

SAR 1,125 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

An outdoor cafe with tables and benches, surrounded by greenery and a street view.

A neatly made bed with a brown fur throw, white pillows, and a deer-themed pillow.

A room with a round mirror, a lamp, a tea set, and a small table.

A cozy restaurant interior with wooden paneling, a fireplace, and a wine rack.

8. No.12 Hotel & Bistro

13.9 km from John Muir's Birthplace

Brad

SAR 810

SAR 972 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A traditional building with a stone facade, a blue door, and multiple windows.

A bar area with wooden shelves stocked with bottles and glasses, a bar counter, and two bar stools.

A Christmas tree with lights and ornaments, a fireplace, and a clock on the wall.

A golf course with a sign indicating membership benefits.

9. The Folly Hotel

14.5 km from John Muir's Birthplace

Rutuja

SAR 479

SAR 575 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, a sliding glass door, and a view of the surrounding area.

A modern living room with a dining area set for six, a flat-screen TV, and a fireplace.

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a blue pillow, and a blue blanket. There is a bedside table with a lamp and a small speaker. A painting hangs on the wall above the bed.

A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

10. Woodpecker Lodge

5.8 km from John Muir's Birthplace

SAR 2,704

SAR 3,244 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A spacious dining area with high-backed chairs and long tables, well-lit by wall-mounted lamps.

A neatly made bed with white linens and a dark headboard, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps and a clock.

A plate of food with salmon, vegetables, and a garnish.

Linton Hotel & Steakhouse with outdoor seating, a signboard advertising all-day food, teas, coffee, and lite bites, and a banner stating dogs & walkers are welcome.

11. The Linton Hotel

8.8 km from John Muir's Birthplace

AMY

SAR 204

SAR 245 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A glass table with a bottle and glasses, set against a stone wall with a door and window.

A bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a window with blinds.

A dining room with a wooden table, chairs, a bookshelf, and a view of the kitchen.

A living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a bookshelf, a black leather armchair, and a staircase.

12. The Crown & Kitchen

8.9 km from John Muir's Birthplace

Susan

SAR 411

SAR 493 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in stove, and a sink.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, green patterned cushions, a wooden floor, a kitchen area with white cabinets, and a painting of cows on the wall.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, a built-in oven, and a sink.

A bathroom with a round mirror, a potted plant, a wooden table, and a towel rack.

13. The Bothy

15.7 km from John Muir's Birthplace

SAR 3,090

SAR 3,709 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A room with a wooden chair, a small table, a radiator, and a sliding glass door leading outside.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and framed pictures on the wall.

A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed with a green blanket, a wooden nightstand, and a window with a view.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining table set for four, and a window providing natural light.

14. Shepherds Cottage

15.5 km from John Muir's Birthplace

SAR 3,030

SAR 3,636 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to John Muir's Birthplace

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bayswell Park Hotel	8.8 Excellent 546 reviews	View
Pine Marten, Dunbar by Marston's Inns	8.4 Very good 415 reviews	View
Open Arms Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 36 reviews	View
Tweeddale Arms Hotel	8.6 Excellent 329 reviews	View
Maitlandfield House Hotel	8.0 Very good 479 reviews	View

Top John Muir's Birthplace Hotel Reviews

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing location to walk to all that Edinburgh has to offer … the staff was friendly & helpful."

Best Western Kings Manor Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is very nice. Bed is lovely and comfortable. A breakfast was perfect. I and my daughters, we enjoyed our visit. Thank you very much. Katja x"

The Scott

10/10 Excellent

"What a beautiful place to stay. Such a beautiful building on the Un. of Edinburgh campus with two wonderful restaurants available. Not far from The Royal Mile, yet far enough away for peace and quiet."

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

8/10 Good

"It is a popular spot for organized tour groups; consequently, there can be long queues at breakfast when all three buses depart for their routes in the morning—plan your trip accordingly. Especially in the Saturday morning"

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were all friendly and helpful. The room was very clean and tidy."

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG

8/10 Good

"Basic but comfortable hotel in Leith. 30 mins bus ride from city centre. Breakfast was okay. For the price it is good option"

Market Street Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was close proximity to your needs and wants. If you are there for a day and just needed some rest every thing was right there."

Holyrood Aparthotel

10/10 Excellent

"We loved having a kitchenette and laundry in the room"

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

8/10 Good

"Really great experience. Excellent location."

Other attractions near John Muir's Birthplace

Winterfield Golf Club

9.2/10 (5 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Dunbar at Winterfield Golf Club. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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John Muir Way - East

9.2/10 (7 reviews)

You can take time to visit John Muir Way - East during your travels to Dunbar. Savor the area's bars and restaurants.

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Dunbar Leisure Pool & Gym

Enjoy an outing to Dunbar Leisure Pool & Gym during your stay in Dunbar. Savor the area's bars and restaurants.

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Dubar Castle

Dubar Castle is just one of the places to see in Dunbar, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Savor the area's bars and restaurants.

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Dunbar Harbor

Explore the waterfront in Dunbar with a trip to Dunbar Harbor. Savor the area's bars and restaurants.

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Dunbar Golf Club

9.4/10 (6 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Dunbar at Dunbar Golf Club. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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East Links Family Park

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to East Links Family Park during your stay in Dunbar. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

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Whitesands

8.8/10 (5 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Whitesands during your trip to Dunbar? Savor the area's bars and restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around John Muir's Birthplace?

John Muir's Birthplace is located in an area of Dunbar known for its array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 14 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to John Muir's Birthplace?

Best Western Kings Manor Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. You'll find it 22.8 mi (36.6 km) from John Muir's Birthplace. Other good choices around the area include The Abbey Residence and 3 Johns Place Townhouse.

How many hotels are there near John Muir's Birthplace?

Expedia has 14 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from John Muir's Birthplace.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near John Muir's Birthplace, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near John Muir's Birthplace.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near John Muir's Birthplace?

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What can I see and do near John Muir's Birthplace?

Tyninghame Beach, Belhaven Beach, and Whitesands are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay. Create some family memories at Dunbar Leisure Pool & Gym and East Links Family Park. Enjoy nature at John Muir Country Park, John Muir Way - East, or Hedderwick Sands.

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Our top choices for John Muir's Birthplace hotels

1. Bayswell Park Hotel

2. Pine Marten, Dunbar by Marston's Inns

3. Open Arms Hotel

4. Tweeddale Arms Hotel

5. Maitlandfield House Hotel

6. The Law

7. Marine & Lawn North Berwick

8. No.12 Hotel & Bistro

9. The Folly Hotel

10. Woodpecker Lodge

11. The Linton Hotel

12. The Crown & Kitchen

13. The Bothy

14. Shepherds Cottage

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Top John Muir's Birthplace Hotel Reviews

Motel One Edinburgh-Royal

Best Western Kings Manor Hotel

The Scott

Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre

Holiday Inn Express - Edinburgh City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh - Leith Waterfront by IHG

Market Street Hotel

Holyrood Aparthotel

CODE - The Court, Edinburgh

Other attractions near John Muir's Birthplace

Winterfield Golf Club

John Muir Way - East

Dunbar Leisure Pool & Gym

Dubar Castle

Dunbar Harbor

Dunbar Golf Club

East Links Family Park

Whitesands

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