St Boswells, Melrose, TD6 0RQ, United Kingdom
#6 of 8 hotels in Melrose
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1924 hotel reviews
8.1Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.6
Location
9.3
Facilities
8.0
Staff
9.0
Value for money
8.1
Free WiFi
7.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 17 June 2024
Brighid
United KingdomThe breakfast arrangements appeared to be geared for the large group staying at the hotel. There was plenty of cooked food laid out at the buffet style breakfast but not enough non cooked food. There was only one four slice toaster and kept running out of bread as well as fruit and yogurt. Perhaps asking guests to prebook either cooked or continental would ensure sufficient food was available.
Superb location and beautiful setting overlooking the river Tweed and Dryberg abbey. Saw another in the river.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 17 June 2024
Carl
BelgiumSome menu options not available
Perfect quiet location, next to the river Tweed and the old abbey ruins. Nice spaceous room
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 16 June 2024
Harry
United KingdomUnfortunately, outwith the control of hotel there was a power cut and no means of presenting a meal until after 9 am which is too late for elderly folk.
Helpful staff. Comfortable bed
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 16 June 2024
Pat
United Kingdomlong way from home
all as on previous visit
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 16 June 2024
Paul
United KingdomNo criticism at all.
Comfortable, warm, friendly staff and good food.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 16 June 2024
Andrew
United KingdomQuality of food was mediocre. Ate once in restaurant and had to wait 1 1/4 hours for small piece of 'Cajun Chicken' to be served.. Limited menu. Cooked breakfast items were poor.
Relaxed atmosphere, beautiful location, helpful staff.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 15 June 2024
Vanessa
United KingdomCooked breakfast not always very warm and would help if plates were kept warm
great location, lovely grounds, good local walks, friendly and helpful staff on reception, fab room overlooking the front with a lovely view and very spacious, very dog friendly. enjoyed the food at dinner.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 14 June 2024
Philip
United KingdomThe service at dinner was a little slow (an hour and a half for two courses?) and the room was a little shabby.
The setting is unparalleled in the Borders. The staff were friendly and warm.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 14 June 2024
Ian
United KingdomN/A
Lovely building
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 14 June 2024
Alex
United KingdomN/a
Tranquility Location Great food and comfortable room
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 13 June 2024
Phillip
United KingdomBistro and associated food.
Location and comfort
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 11 June 2024
Margaret
United KingdomWould like to see more choices on the dinner menu please. Also things seemed to 'run out' at breakfast time - no grapefruit, no croissants etc.
Loved the hotel, it was so peaceful. Lovely views over the river. Clean, comfortable and very friendly staff.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 10 June 2024
Susan
United KingdomNeeds some money spending on it as little tired
Fabulous location! Food and service excellent, but the building a little tired.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 10 June 2024
Elke
BelgiumRooms are a bit outdated and not top-notch clean everywhere; there’s a bit room for improvement here.
Lovely location! Beautiful surroundings. Friendly staff.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 9 June 2024
Mulhearn
AustraliaThe televisions were too small by today’s standards.
Nestled at the end of a country lane, this hotel was a delightful experience. The location was idilic and the hotel itself presented a traditional elegance. The staff were courteous and went out of their way to please. We were very happy with the whole experience and we would certainly stay there again if visiting the Borders.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 9 June 2024
Gail
United KingdomThere is no facility to help get out of the tub after a shower (grab handle for example) so it's tricky.
The booking system worked, the hotel is archeological lovely in a beautiful location and the staff are friendly. What's not to like?
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 9 June 2024
Pam
United KingdomWe enjoyed our stay and have no complaints.
Dinner and breakfast were both delicious.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 7 June 2024
Sutherland
United KingdomTv in room was poor
Picturesque
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 7 June 2024
Andrew
United KingdomNot a big deal, but there are opportunities to reduce the use of plastic. A greater choice of fruit at breakfast would be welcome. Otherwise, overall provides a great service.
Top marks for the friendly and very helpful staff. We really like and appreciated having a room with plenty of space and a good view. Plus it had a comfortable bed. The hotel is located in beautiful countryside and not too far from the small Borders towns with their small independent shops and places of interest.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 6 June 2024
Maggie
United KingdomRooms need refurbishing although clean on arrival. Didn't get serviced while we were out all day.
Food was superb and staff very friendly.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 5 June 2024
Gavin
United KingdomWaited an hour to get served having placing dinner order. The restaurant was busy but as the wait was exceptional we should have been advised and offered some nibbles would have been a nice gesture. Next evening when restaurant was quiet we were served in 15 minutes.
Comfortable hotel wonderful setting.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 2 June 2024
Susanne
United KingdomThe TV was very small.
Location was beautiful. The food in the restaurant was cooked beautifully.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 31 May 2024
Christopher
United KingdomThe evening meal was ok, but not much choice. Quite pricey.
Lovely location by the river and the abbey. The gardens were large and attractive. The reception staff were really nice. Large comfortable lounges.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 29 May 2024
Mees
NetherlandsWhen we arrived at breakfast, most of the food and drinks were already depleted. Also no hash browns.
Great vibe, feels like time travelling. Highly idyllic location.
Stayed in May 2024
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