Title: Blue Seas Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Blue Seas Apartment in North Berwick with kitchen and washing machine and dryer ![Apartment, Multiple Beds | Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26710000/26705700/26705610/25ffb767.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Apartment, Multiple Beds | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26710000/26705700/26705610/308bf163.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment, Multiple Beds | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26710000/26705700/26705610/5a5c6c25.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment, Multiple Beds | Living area | TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26710000/26705700/26705610/1c6cd21c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment, Multiple Beds | City view from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26710000/26705700/26705610/4ce93497.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Blue Seas provides everything that you need. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEdinburgh-Hotels-Blue-Seas.h26705610.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEdinburgh-Hotels-Blue-Seas.h26705610.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%7C56.05856%2C-2.71363&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=nZn8utWeD-O_fMBSLbAyh_pJsY8=) 14 Balfour Street, North Berwick, Scotland, EH39 4JY #### What's nearby - North Berwick Harbour - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Scottish Sea Bird Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - North Berwick Golf Course - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - Tantallon Castle - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles - Muirfield Golf Course - 10 min drive - 6.0 miles #### Getting around - North Berwick Station - 14 min walk - Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 60 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Bonnie Badger Pub & Rooms - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Old Clubhouse - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Lobster Shack - ‬6 min walk - ‪The Auld Hoose - ‬5 min walk - ‪The Garden Café - ‬8 min drive ## About this property ### Blue Seas Property highlights Blue Seas provides everything that you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this apartment include: - Smoke-free property Room features All guest rooms at Blue Seas include amenities, such as free WiFi. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers - TVs with cable channels - Kitchens, fridges and dishwashers ## Similar properties ![Cabin | Living area | TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107620000/107617400/107617381/8dc64a28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Edinburgh Lodge-sleeps 6-pet Friendly-beach&views Prestonpans - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=107617381&PinnedHotelID=107617381&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11030000/11025900/11025831/40b1dc05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Crown & Kitchen East Linton - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Tennis court 9.2 Wonderful 165 reviews £90 includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=11025831&PinnedHotelID=11025831&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18000/17968/9dfb8f69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Marine North Berwick North Berwick - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Pet-friendly 8.8 Excellent 269 reviews £232 includes taxes & fees 4 Nov - 5 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=17968&PinnedHotelID=17968&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26710000/26705700/26705608/2fbc4c2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bass Rock View North Berwick - Free WiFi - Microwave - Kitchen 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=26705608&PinnedHotelID=26705608&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests will receive an email with check-in information For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation This property's damage deposit is due 7 days prior to check-in. Guests will receive an email with instructions for check-in and advance authorization for a refundable security deposit after booking. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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; cash is not accepted This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties ### Property is also known as Blue Seas Apartment North Berwick Blue Seas North Berwick Blue Seas Apartment Blue Seas North Berwick Blue Seas Apartment North Berwick ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Blue Seas pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Blue Seas? > This property doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at Blue Seas? > Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Blue Seas? > Checkout is at 10 AM. ### Where is Blue Seas located? > Situated in North Berwick, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Coastal Communities Museum, North Berwick Harbour and West Bay Beach. Scottish Sea Bird Center and St Andrew Blackadder Church are also within 10 minutes. North Berwick Station is 14 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Blue Seas Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Walter 30 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication This property was right next to the beach!! Definitely a wonderful spot for those who don’t want to stay in Edinburgh but have close access to it. 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