Title: The Linton Hotel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Linton Hotel Guesthouse in East Linton with a restaurant and a bar ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6420000/6412500/6412417/7ffc5daf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6420000/6412500/6412417/b3bca1bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6420000/6412500/6412417/be2fe0b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6420000/6412500/6412417/19ebd46e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6420000/6412500/6412417/6114dba4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located in the heart of Linton, this hotel welcomes travelers with a warm atmosphere, daily breakfast, and a cozy bar. Guests can connect to WiFi throughout the smoke-free property and take advantage of self parking. Previous visitors particularly appreciate the helpful staff. 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - - - Bar - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 28 - Nov. 29](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=6412417&PinnedHotelID=6412417&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=6412417&PinnedHotelID=6412417&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 29 - Nov. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=6412417&PinnedHotelID=6412417&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=6412417&PinnedHotelID=6412417&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 28 - Nov. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=6412417&PinnedHotelID=6412417&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=6412417&PinnedHotelID=6412417&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 5 - 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1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Garden View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6420000/6412500/6412417/d07dcc48.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Garden View 8.4 Very good 15 reviews ### Highlights Separate bedroom Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds ![Suite, Ensuite (Sleeps up to 4)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6420000/6412500/6412417/dcc39983.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, Ensuite (Sleeps up to 4) 8.4 Very good 12 reviews ### Highlights Separate bedroom Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds ## You may also like Ad ![Exterior](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/4000000/3630000/3620100/3620007/e5b2a1f5_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Greywalls Hotel and Chez Roux Gullane - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEdinburgh-Hotels-The-Linton-Hotel.h6412417.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEdinburgh-Hotels-The-Linton-Hotel.h6412417.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C55.98535%2C-2.65477&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mkKP2j003RLEgR9XdjK4V3KU0wQ=) 3 Bridgend, East Linton, Scotland, EH40 3AF #### What's nearby - Preston Mill & Phantassie Doocot Mill - 12 min walk - 1.0 km - Princes Street - 37 min drive - 45.4 km - Royal Mile - 38 min drive - 45.7 km - Edinburgh Castle - 39 min drive - 46.4 km - Murrayfield Stadium - 40 min drive - 55.0 km #### Getting around - East Linton Station - 7 min walk - Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 54 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Bostock Bakery - ‬6 min walk - ‪Falko - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Crown & Kitchen - ‬3 min walk - ‪Waterside Bistro - ‬7 min drive - ‪DRIFT. - ‬10 min drive ## About this property ### The Linton Hotel Upscale guesthouse The Linton Hotel provides amenities like a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. Other perks at this guesthouse include: - Free self parking - Breakfast (surcharge) and smoke-free premises - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/521400/521393/a791c183.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Maitlandfield House Hotel Haddington - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.2 Very good 427 reviews CA $192 CA $230 total includes taxes & fees Nov 29 - Nov 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=521393&PinnedHotelID=521393&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Daily full breakfast (GBP 8.75 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33730000/33726200/33726162/f225791a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pine Marten, Dunbar by Marston's Inns Dunbar - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 8.4 Very good 372 reviews CA $90 CA $108 total includes taxes & fees Dec 14 - 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No elevator ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Welcoming dogs only ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Hotel Linton Linton Hotel The Linton Hotel Guesthouse The Linton Hotel East Linton The Linton Hotel Guesthouse East Linton ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Linton Hotel pet-friendly? > Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Linton Hotel? > As of Nov 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Linton Hotel on Dec 1, 2025 start from CA $108.33, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-The-Linton-Hotel.h6412417.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Linton Hotel? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Linton Hotel? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Linton Hotel located? > Situated in East Linton, this guesthouse is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Preston Mill & Phantassie Doocot Mill and within 3 mi (5 km) of Hailes Castle and Dunbar Town House Museum. John Muir House is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away. East Linton Station is 7 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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