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George and Abbotsford Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel in Melrose with a restaurant and a bar

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Property entrance
Lobby sitting area
Deluxe Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Bar (on property)
The George and Abbotsford Hotel sits in the heart of town, welcoming travelers with its cozy bar and restaurant. Guests connect to WiFi and relax in the garden between exploring the area. Previous visitors consistently praise the helpful staff who enhance every stay.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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Superior Single Room, 1 Large Twin Bed, Non Smoking, Hill View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Single Room, 1 Large Twin Bed, Non Smoking, Hill View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room, 1 Twin Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
TV
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

Highlights

Heating
TV
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
High Street, Melrose, Scotland, TD6 9PD

What's nearby

  • Melrose Abbey - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Saint Cuthbert's Way - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott - 3 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Scott's View - 7 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Dryburgh Abbey - 9 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • Tweedbank Station - 3 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tempest Brewing Co - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ochiltree's Dining - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Alfonso's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kings Arms Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rhymers Tower Coffee Shop & Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

About this property

George and Abbotsford Hotel

Property highlights
A garden, a bar, and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at George and Abbotsford Hotel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a banquet hall, and 2 meeting rooms
  • Smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at George and Abbotsford Hotel include amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 7.50 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per accommodation, per stay (maximum GBP 10 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 7.50 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per accommodation, per stay (maximum GBP 10 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

George Abbotsford Hotel Melrose
George Abbotsford Hotel
George Abbotsford Melrose
George Abbotsford
George And Abbotsford
George and Abbotsford Hotel Hotel
George and Abbotsford Hotel Melrose
George and Abbotsford Hotel Hotel Melrose

Frequently asked questions

Is George and Abbotsford Hotel pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at George and Abbotsford Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at George and Abbotsford Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at George and Abbotsford Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is George and Abbotsford Hotel located?

Situated in Melrose, this hotel is steps from Saint Cuthbert's Way and Melrose Abbey. Southern Upland Way - Section A Trailhead and Waverley Line are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

George and Abbotsford Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.2

Eco-friendliness

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 435 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 151 out of 435 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 435 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 435 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 435 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff & food were of a very high standard!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really had a good night at the George and Abbotsford. Unfortunately, I had to leave to early to be able to have breakfast. The staff was really friendly, the parking facilities are a big plus.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central, clean, decent food, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was lovely and clean and staff very freindy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked everything. The staff were kind and helpful. I would recommend the hotel to everyone.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marjory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and lovely food. A good bedroom and bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Malka

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and functional
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Pam

The property is dated but the staff were lovely and the bedding was pure white cotton and new white fluffy towels . It was very clean and all we needed for one or two nights when we were out all day
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Amenities
Pleasant hosts, comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful, friendly staff, comfortable bed, central, bar with good locals atmosphere. Didn't eat there so can't comment .
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Another stay at the G and A. My only criticism would be the need for heavier curtains in the room, as they are very thin so the room is extremely bright in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kev

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was there on business..second time I've stayed very nice place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay

Stay was great as alway, staff friendly and dogs loved the place
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

The Salvation Army

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Convenient for an overnight stay, but there is no AC or electric fans available at reception and it was a hot day/evening. Breakfast for the price is great!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bit dated, needs smartening up, indoor and outdoor
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gunilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
A very central big old hotel with nice staff. The pub had excellent food. Unfortunately there was a gang of golfer's too noisy to here the singer that preformed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

I thought I had booked breakfast but was told that I hadn’t- possibly that was my error !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location right on the high street in Melrose, but the hotel is very dated and in need of redecoration. I seem to have been upgraded and had a much better room than I expected, very large with a bay window overlooking the street, so I was very pleased with my stay. Breakfast is good and freshly cooked to order.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cheap & cheerful. Nice beer garden!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I didn't like the fact that a storm had taken out the tv aerial so no tv available, suggest getting tv via the website as not affected, boring evening in my room on my phone watching tv on my phone
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Yvoone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff, great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Uwe

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The food and drink in the pub was nice. The room was clean and comfortable. The bathroom was huge but average. The toilet would not flush properly. I would probably not stay here again if there were other options.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Excellent service , clear comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Kayleigh

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stay was ok however tv didn’t work, bathroom was mouldy, shower was connected to bath taps so couldn’t get a comfortable heat. Breakfast was ok but bacon tasted a bit fishy? Staff were nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arnold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

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