An excellent country house hotel, which dates back to 1901, Greywalls has been a family-run hotel since 1948 and is conveniently located to Muirfield Golf Club.
GUESTROOMS
23 beautiful guestrooms, each with private bathroom and furnished with antiques. Four rooms are located in the gatehouse lodges, while one room is set on its own in the walled garden.
FACILITIES
Award-winning restaurant, bar, walled garden, two tennis courts (grass and hard courts), putting green and croquet lawn. Fishing, shooting, squash, hill-walking and boating trips can all be undertaken nearby.
ACCOMMODATION REVIEW
One of Scotland's finest golf hotels, Greywalls overlooks the renowned fairways of Muirfield Golf Links. Following the 2nd World War, the Weaver family inherited the house and the first hotel guests were welcomed to Greywalls in 1948. Exuding charm and warm hospitality, this symbol of Edwardian graciousness makes guests feel like time-honoured family friends. Its inextricable link to the game of golf is evident from the moment you walk inside, with pictures of famous golfers and guests adorning the walls.
One of the joys of Greywalls is the meticulously planned garden, its walls reflecting the symmetrical nature of the house itself. During the summer, the scents of roses and lavender can prove as intoxicating as fine wines. With holly hedges dividing the garden into secret enclaves and the long evenings of a Scottish summer, even the weariest golfer is beguiled by its charms and it proves the perfect place to reflect upon and look forward to a day's golf. Downstairs in the house itself, guests may enjoy the tranquillity of the panelled library, entertain themselves by the grand piano or take a well-earned snooze in the sun-filled Edwardian tearoom.
Each of the 22 period-styled, comfortable en-suite bedrooms are individually furnished and all of different shapes and sizes. With respect to cuisine at Greywalls, whether it's a hearty breakfast, a light lunch or a gourmet meal, you will understand why the cuisine is widely acclaimed. While it's true that as a golfing base, Greywalls is second to none, the same can be said of the surrounding countryside. Long, deserted sandy beaches, nature reserves, ancient castles, small villages and market towns all play their part in making Greywalls a special place. It has been special for the likes of Palmer, Nicklaus, Trevino and Norman in the past and you too will love it.
ONLINE GOLF TRAVEL RATING
Greywalls is without doubt one of Scotland's finest country house hotels and being located so conveniently to many of the finest links golf courses in Scotland, including Muirfield, Gullane and North Berwick, Greywalls is ideal for the golfer.
Situated yards from Muirfield Golf Club, just off the A198 route, about half a mile from Gullane and 22 miles northeast of Edinburgh.
RECOMMENDED RESTAURANTS
Greywalls, Muirfield, Gullane EH31 2EG
Tel: + 44 1620 842144. Email: hotel@greywalls.co.uk.
Overlooking Muirfield Golf Club, guests dine in an elegant atmosphere, while the chef cooks uncomplicated fare allowing the quality and freshness of the ingredients to dominate.
The Open Arms Hotel, Dirleton EH39 5EG.
Tel: + 44 1620 850241. Email: openarms@clara.co.uk.
The Library dining room offers a selection of culinary classics. Local produce abounds, while the dishes might include fillet of Aberdeen Angus beef or duck breast baked on lemon grass.
Bonars Restaurant, Poldrate Mill, Tyne House, Haddington EH41 4AD
Tel: + 44 1620 822100. Email: bonars@lineone.net.
Ideally suited to the rustic interior of the restaurant, the menu is simple and assured. And if you're looking for a treat, try the peppered sea bass with lobster and saffron risotto.
One of Scotland's finest golf hotels, Greywalls overlooks the renowned fairways of Muirfield Golf Links. Following the 2nd World War, the Weaver family inherited the house and the first hotel guests were welcomed to Greywalls in 1948. Exuding charm and warm hospitality, this symbol of Edwardian graciousness makes guests feel like time-honoured family friends. Its inextricable link to the game of golf is evident from the moment you walk inside, with pictures of famous golfers and guests adorning the walls.
