The best hotels Borders

The Dryburgh Abbey Hotel is a 4-star hotel located in St Boswells, Melrose, Scotland. Set in a Victorian manor house on a private wooded estate, this country hotel offers a peaceful setting on the banks of the River Tweed. It is next to Dryburgh Abbey, where Sir Walter Scott is buried, and close to Melrose Abbey, where Robert The Bruce is buried. The hotel's rooms are elegant and traditional, with en suite bathrooms and free Wi-Fi. Some rooms offer views of the River Tweed. Tower suites are also available, with a separate living area. Room service is available. The hotel offers a complimentary breakfast and features a brasserie, an upscale restaurant serving seasonal Scottish cuisine, comfortable lounges with fireplaces, an indoor pool and a sauna. Parking is free, and the establishment is accessible to the disabled. Guest reviews are mixed, with a rating of 3.2 for the rooms and 4.8 for the location. Hotel services and facilities score 2.2.

This Victorian style manor house with terraces, turrets, garden, copses offers superb views of the countryside from the rooms. It belonged to Colonel Cringletie, to whom Quebec surrendered after the death of General Wolfe. You will admire the trompe l'oeil ceiling and the walled kitchen gardens. The enclosed garden, dating from 1666, is listed and you can walk along the path through the woods. The hotel's restaurant has been awarded 2 AA Rosettes and an award as Gastronomic Experience of the Year 2019.

This modern, high-quality hotel is located in a beautiful building in the city centre and offers 11 beautiful rooms. The setting is pleasant: refined decoration, subtle lighting, modern art pieces, sumptuous furniture... And the place is quiet, for a serene stay! The size of the rooms differs, but the characteristics remain the same, suitable for a successful stay, with desk, wardrobe, television and bathroom. The establishment also has a brasserie and restaurant for lunch and dinner and offers a wide range of wines and whiskies for tasting.

The Duke of Roxburghe himself was responsible for the decoration of the 22 rooms of this establishment, which is considered one of the most charming luxury hotels in the United Kingdom. A park, a river, horses, collections of paintings, a bar in the old library, a fabulous wine cellar, a restaurant and two ghosts make the splendour of this Scottish country house. Bonnie Prince Charlie would have planted white roses there himself. And for golf enthusiasts, the green is one of the most famous in the Borders.

Situated in the countryside, this beautiful 19th century building, built for the Duchess of Sutherland, is located just outside Melrose. It is set against the beautiful rolling landscape of the Borders and the Tweed River. The rooms are very spacious, with a slightly outdated decor but where nothing is missing. The establishment also welcomes... horses! If you are travelling on horseback, this stopover will be perfect for you, as in addition to giving your mount a proper welcome, we will advise you on the best horseback riding routes.

La Tontine is a charming hotel where the spirit of nature is everywhere. Want to go golfing, hiking, biking or fishing? Here, we will be able to advise you... and give you a warm welcome when you return exhausted from your day outdoors. A glass in the bar: wines, cocktails and local beers await you. As for the restaurant, it gives pride of place to fresh produce, for gourmet and authentic flavours. The 36 rooms each have their own bathroom, comfortable bedding and some have a superb view of the Tweed.

The Allanton Inn has a fine reputation. Warm welcome, friendly atmosphere, calm, comfort: this inn with undeniable charm, built in the 18th century, has seduced travellers. The family-run establishment has been run by Katrina and William since 2010, who do their utmost to offer their guests a pleasant stay. The pub offers a traditional menu, with beautiful seafood platters (to be reserved) that will delight amateurs. Book your night on the site of the establishment and take advantage of special rates and offers.