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The Tontine Hotel

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A hotel lobby with a grand staircase, a reception desk, and a fire extinguisher. - The Tontine Hotel (Peebles)
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At The Tontine Hotel, you can look forward to free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a fireplace in the lobby.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a radiator.

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, bedside tables with lamps, and a mirror on the wall.

Standard Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, desk, chair, and a mirror.

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A four-poster bed with a wooden frame, a desk with a chair, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Classic Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a nightstand.

Classic Twin Room

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Peebles, The Tontine Hotel is in the suburbs. Cross Kirk Ruins and Neidpath Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Kailzie Gardens and Great Polish Map of Scotland. Traquair House Maze and Dawyck Botanic Garden are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Peebles travel guide
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High Street, The Tontine, Peebles, Scotland, EH45 8AJ

What's nearby

  • A historic stone castle on a hill, surrounded by trees and a river.
    Neidpath Castle
    3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • John Buchan Story Museum
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Tweeddale Museum and Gallery
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Haylodge Park
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Peebles Golf Club
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Galashiels Station
    25 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
    48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Out Out Gastro Pub and Pizzeria
    10 min drive
  • Durty brewing
    10 min drive
  • Glentress Peel Café
    5 min drive
  • Green Tree Hotel
    2 min walk
  • Findra
    10 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle storage

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1808
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Tontine Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, The Tontine Hotel allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Tontine Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Tontine Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Tontine Hotel located?

Situated in the suburbs, this hotel is steps from Tweeddale Museum and Gallery and John Buchan Story Museum. Cross Kirk Ruins and Haylodge Park are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Tontine Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 300 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 102 out of 300 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 300 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 300 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 300 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast, extensive menu, good service. Quiet room at back of hotel,not muchof a view but fine for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, excellent food/dining experience. Comfortable bed and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super helpful and polite. We stayed bed, breakfast and evening meal and all the food was excellent. Great stay with dogs and close to walking areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay in this lovely old hotel. Rooms were clean and comfortable, meals were very good and staff were great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good breakfast and a nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Attractive setting,good food and service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was good and location is what we required parking was good. Staff were friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From booking my stay, paying for my time there to the actual stay itself the people at the hotel were nothing but helpful, polite and professional. I only stayed onenight, it was the best nights sleep I have had in ages, the bed was super comfy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and accommodating staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms clean,friendly staff,good service and food was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve stayed before and has always been good. Was, again, very clean and breakfast was good too. Bar closed early tho and no way of getting a lateish drink, till was blamed and fairly much brushed off by the bar staff spoiling an otherwise enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere and lovely views. Breakfast was excellent. The bar was good with a local brew and priced reasonably. Staff were very pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Yes clean room,lovely staff , bar well stocked and plenty clean laundry and towels.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great hotel, lovely and central. Comfortable room and lovely food. All the staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel in very central location. Staff very helpful and rooms comfortable. Good parking. Pet friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and helpful staff; excellent half board service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Excellent staff and location,
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, and all staff were happy bright and very helpful. The location is perfect, all in all a very good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Had a fantastic stay , staff couldn’t be more helpful.we will definitely be going again in the near future.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely hotel in Peebles

Very enjoyable stay. Great location and value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was spor on. Staff were excellent. Food was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were very helpful, no complaints regarding room's
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was good and our dog was made welcome. Great position in the town centre
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in the centre of town.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent dog friendly hotel. Very central location with friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023