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The Border Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Kelso with a restaurant and a bar

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Travelers find a peaceful retreat at The Border Hotel in quiet rural surroundings. The property features a bar and restaurant, with WiFi in public areas. Hiking and biking trails are nearby. The hotel offers free self parking and is smoke-free throughout.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Mountain View

Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Mountain View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes

Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Mountain View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Standard Double Room, Ensuite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite

Superior Double Room, Ensuite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Triple Room, Ensuite

Triple Room, Ensuite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes

Triple Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Family Apartment | Front of property

Family Apartment

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Kirk Yetholm, Roxburghshire, Kelso, Scotland, TD5 8PQ

What's nearby

  • Pennine Way - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kelso Abbey - 13 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Kelso Racecourse - 16 min drive - 10.5 miles
  • Floors Castle - 17 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Northumberland National Park - 31 min drive - 24.9 miles

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Border Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪St Cuthberts Coffee Shop - ‬8 min drive
  • The Plough Inn

About this property

The Border Hotel

Hotel in a rural location
The Border Hotel provides amenities like a bar and a restaurant. Active travelers can enjoy hiking/biking at this hotel. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), 1 meeting room, and smoke-free premises
  • A banquet hall and wedding services
Room features
All guestrooms at The Border Hotel include comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like sound-insulated walls and free bottled water.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
  • Blackout drapes/curtains, guidebooks, and local maps
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Border Hotel Kelso
The Border Hotel Hotel
The Border Hotel Kelso
The Border Hotel Hotel Kelso

Frequently asked questions

Is The Border Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Border Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Border Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Border Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Border Hotel located?

Situated in a rural location, this hotel is steps from Pennine Way, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Hailes Castle and Hoselaw Loch and Din Moss. Clifton Park and Borders Abbeys Way are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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