Your guide to the best care homes around Dunbar.
Situated in the historic town of Dunbar, Lammermuir House is a welcoming care home that provides expert residential, nursing, nursing dementia, palliative and end of life care to the elderly.
From
£1,700
per week
Hilton Lodge, operated by Mansfield Care Group, is a charming care home located in Haddington, East Lothian.
From
£2,000
per week
The picturesque seaside town of North Berwick is home to Tantallon House, a luxury 70 bed care home offering five-star accommodations and providing unparalleled 24-hour residential, dementia, nursing, and respite care to the surrounding community.
From
£1,500
per week
Astley House is part of the award winning Pepperwood Care Group.
From
£1,595
per week
Situated within the charming coastal town of North Berwick, Fidra House offers exceptional care including nursing, dementia, and palliative services within a vibrant community setting.
From
£1,999
per week
Located in the charming town of Haddington in East Lothian, Haddington Care Home provides superior levels of residential, nursing, dementia and respite care to the elderly.
From
£1,750
per week
Tucked away within the picturesque village of Gullane, East Lothian, Muirfield is a much-loved nursing home at the heart of the community.
From
£2,031
per week
Tranent Care Home, part of the HC-One family of care homes, is located in the historic town of Tranent, near Edinburgh.
From
£1,150
per week
A beautiful care home set within a converted period house by the beach, Earlsferry Care Home is located in the stunning coastal town of Elie in Fife.
From
£1,208
per week
Dunbar is a beautiful coastal town in East Lothian and many care homes in the local area are surrounded by relaxing views of the North Sea.
Each home in Dunbar has been scored and rated by the Care Inspectorate (CI) and provides a high level of personalised care. From residential care homes providing everyday living support to specialist nursing homes, or short-term care in a respite care home - you’ll find several support options in the local area.
What’s more, all of our homes have a dedicated activity coordinator, who plans daily activities in the home and within the local community. From day trips to the beach to music, arts and crafts - there’s something for all residents to enjoy.
We’ve partnered with large care providers across Scotland, including care homes in Edinburgh and Haddington to help make the process of choosing a care home easier.
Customer Care Lead
Hannah has several years of experience within the care sector and has received training from Integrated Care Board (ICB) leads, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) , and the Society of Later Life Advisers (SOLLA). Hannah also has an NHS Care Certificate.
Here is some further information about care homes in Dunbar.
How many care homes are there in Dunbar?
We have 9 care homes in Dunbar. Our team of Care Experts hand-picks all our homes based on several factors, including the quality of care, facilities, and the home's culture.
What is the average cost of care in Dunbar?
Care home costs vary significantly across Dunbar. The average cost of care in Dunbar is £1,659 per week.
You could be eligible for care funding support in Scotland from your local authority - you can check through a free financial assessment, which immediately follows a care needs assessment. You may also qualify for a form of NHS support, such as NHS continuing healthcare.
What's included in the weekly cost of a care home in Dunbar?
Typically, the weekly cost of a care home includes accommodation, the care itself, access to facilities, meals and snacks, housekeeping, social activities, and 24/7 support from carers and other staff members.
Additional extras in Dunbar may include hairdressing, chiropody, physiotherapy, other forms of therapy, trips out, and specialist equipment.
What factors affect Dunbar care home fees?
In Dunbar, care home fees vary based on factors such as the type of care needed (with nursing care costing more than residential care), the facilities and activities available, room size and other features, and the staff-to-resident ratio.
Homes in more central areas may be more expensive due to higher property and carer costs.
Are all care homes in Dunbar regulated by the Care Inspectorate (CI)?
Yes, every Dunbar care home has been given a rating by Scotland's Care Inspectorate (CI).
The CI checks care homes to ensure they're safe and well-run. They regularly conduct inspections and publish reports to help care-seekers make the right choice.
Dunbar's Care Regulator:
Care Inspectorate Scotland
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NP
25 May 2025
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Andy
23 May 2025
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Martin
15 May 2025
Katy was so supportive, professional and helpful over the phone. Searching for care homes is such a hard task and having someone to help navigate the search is such a relief.
Katie
7 May 2025
Superb service providing much-needed up-to-date information regarding the many aspects of care. A range of care homes are listed, varying in service, quality rating, and cost.
Fay
8 April 2025
Eva listened to my mum’s care needs and sent a list of suitable homes. During a stressful time, expert guidance was a relief.
Philip
26 March 2025
I enquired about care homes for my mother-in-law. It helped seeing a range of options gathered in one place.
Jo
11 March 2025
Eva was kind, helpful and informative. I was grateful for her time and support in finding a care home. Thank you.
Nicola
12 February 2025
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