Open Arms Hotel

Welcome, with Open Arms

Where Every Stay Feels Like Coming Home

Welcome to The Open Arms,
your heritage hideaway in the heart of Dirleton.

Nestled opposite the 13th-century Dirleton Castle and overlooking the village green, our hotel combines centuries of history with genuine Scottish hospitality. Savour locally inspired food, enjoy world-class golf on our doorstep, and experience the warmth of a dedicated team that makes every stay memorable.

Whether you’re here for a castle-side retreat, a taste of East Lothian, or the simple pleasure of unhurried service.
The Open Arms is ready to welcome you.

Stone house with blue door, white-trimmed windows, hedges, and gravel driveway.

Elegant bedroom with plaid bedspread, large windows and floral curtains.

Living room with red walls, black fireplace, plants, sofas, and wooden coffee table.

Dining room with purple wallpaper, wooden fireplace, bookshelf, framed art, and set table.

Two plaid armchairs with animal cushions around wooden table and potted plant.

Dining room with round tables, blue chairs, floral wallpaper, and large windows.

Bedroom with blue wallpaper, white furniture, double bed, and patterned canopy.

Hallway with patterned carpet, staircase, plants, and open door to sitting room.

Wooden patio tables and chairs against stone wall with plants and flowers.

The Village Notice Board

Have a wee look here for news of all our upcoming special offers, gatherings, and celebrations.

Mother’s Day Weekend at The Open Arms

14–15 March 2026

Join us to celebrate Mother’s Day in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere at The Open Arms.

Lunch & Dinner

Two courses £30 | Three courses £36
Served 12:00pm-8:30pm

Afternoon Tea

Finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones and sweet treats
Served 11:00am-4:30pm

Add a Little Sparkle

A glass of Crémant - £7

Reservations

📧 info@openarmshotel.com | 01620 850 241

Golf

Prestigious Links of the East Lothian Seaboard

Perfectly positioned between some of the best golf courses in the world, the Open Arms Hotel is an ideal choice for a memorable golfing stay. 🚩

Discover the Courses

Dog Policy

We are happy to welcome dogs at the hotel, with the following guidelines in place

Dog-Friendly Hotel

At The Open Arms Hotel, our name is our promise: a heartfelt welcome for you and your dog, and a stay designed to feel calm, comfortable, and truly at home.

Dog-Friendly Rooms

Dogs are welcome in selected rooms only.
* Dogs are permitted in Rooms 21-24 (Garden Rooms)

Public Areas

Dogs are only allowed in the Lounge and the glass restaurant.

Dog Fee

* £20 per dog, per night
* The fee is payable at the hotel upon check-in

Reviews

The Open Arms is absolutely outstanding!

The new owners are truly top-notch and have taken The Open Arms to another level. Their passion, care, and attention to detail shine through in every aspect of the experience. It’s clear they’ve created something really special here. An absolute credit to them and the whole team. Could not recommend it highly enough—once you visit, you’ll be counting down the days until you’re back!

Shirley Tripadvisor

Everything you could wish for for an autumn break

Great communication before arrival, and the hotel is set in a lovely, quiet village. We received a warm welcome on check-in, and the room was beautiful with lovely bedding. The staff were extremely helpful, with nothing being too much trouble. The welcoming fire in the sitting area was a lovely touch, and the breakfast was superb. There was nothing not to like.

Janebooking.com

Looking forward to a return visit

Just spent 2 nights here and couldn’t fault it. Our room was large, comfortable and spotlessly clean. Breakfast was superb with large choice of freshly cooked hot dishes as well as fresh pastries and cereals. Yes the staff are young but very friendly and try hard to go the extra mile. I would not hesitate to return

Cairolass_12Tripadvisor

Great for families

We had a great stay at the Open Arms Hotel in Dirleton – the staff were incredibly welcoming and especially lovely with the kids, which made a big difference. The hotel was very clean and comfortable, and breakfast was a real highlight with plenty of options to choose from, so everyone found something they liked. It felt warm, relaxed, and genuinely friendly, and we’d happily come back.

Peter R.Tripadvisor

Lovely stay/ highly recommend

I had a lovely stay at the Open Arms Hotel in Dirleton — it’s spotlessly clean, in a perfect location, and the food is absolutely delicious. The staff are so friendly and welcoming, which really makes the place feel special, and the whole experience was relaxed and enjoyable. I’d happily stay again.

Stephen T.Tripadvisor

Excellent

Went with son and dog for dinner last week. Lovely welcome and we relaxed with actual newspapers by a real fire! Christine was delightful and made us so welcome. Very tasty and well presented food. We’ll be back! 😀

Catherine306Tripadvisor

Best restaurant i’ve been to in a while!

i visited the open arms and oh my goodness it was amazing, the staff were lovely, the service was top notch, we got a beautiful complimentary cocktail and the food was really really tasty. i will definitely be returning in my future visits to north berwick!

Alex Campbell Tripadvisor

Brilliant Burns Supper

We had the most wonderful Burns Supper with friends. It was such a fun evening with great attention to detail. All boxes were ticked (and more) from what you would expect for a Burns night celebration. The staff were really attentive and did a fab job welcoming and catering for everyone. Great atmosphere, brilliant entertainment, lovely table decorations and delicious food!

Tiffany G.Tripadvisor

Great night out

Had a wonderful evening at the Burns supper. There was a great atmosphere- good food and a lively folk band.

We thoroughly enjoyed it – and will be back!

Flora C.Tripadvisor