Buccleuch Arms, St Boswells ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

The Green, Melrose, Gb, St Boswells, United Kingdom, TD60EW

The Buccleuch Arms, established in 1836, originally served as a hunting lodge for the 5th Duke of Buccleuch, making it a historic landmark. It has a prime location on the A68, adjacent to a village green and a cricket pitch, appealing to those seeking outdoor activities. The hotel is well-regarded for its commitment to local produce and hospitality, with multiple awards to its name. It serves as an excellent base for exploring the scenic Scottish Borders, particularly for biking and walking enthusiasts.

Location

Situated approximately 80 km from Edinburgh, the Buccleuch Arms boasts easy access to local attractions and transport links. St. Cuthbert's Way and other walking routes are nearby, perfect for exploring the natural beauty of the area. The hotel is within walking distance from the River Tweed and close to Kelso Racecourse, which hosts regular events. Local transport options and parking make it a convenient destination for travelers.

Rooms

Guestrooms at the Buccleuch Arms feature amenities including free WiFi and LCD Freeview TVs. The hotel offers a variety of room types, with options for double, twin, and king-sized accommodations. Each room is decorated with a stylish touch, ensuring a comfortable stay. Room rates typically include breakfast options, including traditional Scottish fare.

Eat & Drink

The Blue Coo Bistrot serves a menu that highlights local and seasonal produce, renowned for its steaks and game dishes. Dining hours are set from Thursday to Sunday, and visitors can enjoy a Sunday roast with homemade desserts. The hotel also provides takeaway services and special event catering through its Bistrot. Menus are frequently updated to reflect the freshest ingredients available.

Leisure & Business

The Buccleuch Arms provides versatile facilities for leisure and business guests alike, including an elegant drawing room ideal for private hire. For business meetings and events, the hotel features boardrooms equipped with modern audio-visual technology. Outdoor space includes a beer garden, while the hotel can arrange activities such as walking tours, cycling, and hunting experiences. A private car park is available for guests.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Classic King or Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

17 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Double Room

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2 persons

17 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

St Boswells100 m

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI) 75.5 km

Carlisle Lake District (CAX) 95.9 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Fresh and Delicious!

The lunch menu was fantastic, featuring simple yet fresh options that left us with clean plates all around.view full review

Outstanding Breakfast!

Breakfast was absolutely beautiful, offering a wide variety of choices to start the day off right.view full review

Lovely Gardens

We enjoyed the stunning gardens during the lovely weather, making our stay even more pleasant.view full review

Cozy Atmosphere

The downstairs areas and restaurant were comfortable and well maintained, contributing to a relaxing environment.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Free parking
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Golf course
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Laundry
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Board games
Children's menu
Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

Garden area

Room features

Heating
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

The Green, Melrose, Gb, St Boswells, United Kingdom, TD60EW

Map view

The Green, Melrose, Gb, St Boswells, United Kingdom, TD60EW

City landmarks

Church

Dryburgh Abbey

5.2 km

Newtown Kirk

1.4 km

Lessudden Kirk

1.5 km

Church

Mertoun, Church

2.6 km

Historic Site

Melrose Abbey

5.5 km

Garden

Mertoun School House

2.8 km

Mertoun Gardens

2.8 km

Elliston House

2.9 km

Mertoun House

3.1 km

St. Boswells TD6 0APScotland

Scott's View

3.6 km

Dryburgh Village Near Dryburgh Abbey

Temple of the Muses

4.5 km

Art object

William Wallace Statue

5.6 km

Site of St. Cuthbert's Chapel

3.4 km

Longnewton Village

3.4 km

Standing Stone

3.6 km

Bowden Church

3.8 km

Bridge

Leaderfoot Viaduct

4.4 km

Melrose TD6 9HA

Rhymer's Stone

3.9 km

Littledean Tower

4.2 km

Eildon Hill hill fort

4.2 km

Trimontium viewing platform

4.2 km

Lilliard's Stone

4.3 km

Cemetery

Monteath Mausoleum

4.4 km

Ancrum Moor 1545

4.3 km

Blackchester

4.5 km

1 The Wynd

Emma Herdman Gallery

4.5 km

Eildon Mid Hill

4.6 km

St Boswells Golf Club

6.2 km

St Boswells Parish Church

6.0 km

Nearby

St Boswells Parish Church

430 m

Restaurants

The Main Street Trading Company

6.0 km

Main Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

74%

liked the hotel and would stay again

friendly staff

delicious dining

outdated rooms

disorganized service

7.4/10

Very good

Rooms

5.7

Location

7.7

Service

8.3

Dining

8.3

Paul

United Kingdom, April 2024

7.8/10

The hotel provided a mix of comfort with some room challenges and friendly service, set in a nice location for outdoor activities while the dining options were satisfactory.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were comfortable but had a stuffy smell and were very hot upon arrival, though they had the necessary facilities.

Service

9.0

The service was friendly, efficient, and made us feel valued as customers.

Location

8.0

The location was good for exploring the surrounding areas and enjoying outdoor activities, with friendly staff and pleasant decor.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience offered good quality with varied options, though some limitations were noted.

Facilities

8.0

Facilities were adequate, catering to basic needs.

Tom

United Kingdom, November 2023

7.2/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed bag. While the location was convenient for exploring the Borders and had adequate parking, some aspects like the unwelcoming atmosphere and outdated furnishings left something to be desired. The dining experience, however, was a standout highlight with delicious options that were the best I had on my trip.

Rooms

5.0

The room directly above the suite with a single bed was small and a bit tired. It was very hot and lacking working lamps for the same price.

Service

9.0

The staff were very helpful, welcoming, and accommodating. Their friendliness added a nice touch to the stay.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location was ideal for tourists traveling by car and exploring the Borders. While some areas could use modernization, it was a good base for visiting the area.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was very, very good, offering a variety of delicious options like kedgeree and frittata. It was a culinary highlight of the trip.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were adequate for a comfortable stay, but some areas like dirty seating and uncleared tables could use improvement.

Billy

United Kingdom, June 2023

7.4/10

The hotel offers friendly service and a great location for exploring the borders, though rooms are outdated with minimal comforts. The dining experience is delightful, but service can be disorganized at times.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms are tired with dated furniture and furnishings from thirty years ago, lacking basic seating like a chair, and poorly soundproofed from the busy traffic.

Service

7.0

The staff is very friendly, and the food is fantastic, but there were instances of disinterest and muddling during service in the Bistro and Bar.

Location

8.0

The location is excellent for day trips with a vehicle and walking St Cuthbert's Way, but overlooks the road and lacks modern amenities.

Dining

9.0

The dining quality and presentation are excellent, setting up for the day with delicious cooked-to-order meals, including seriously yummy Pork Belly.

Facilities

8.0

The decor in public areas is really nice, and the staff is very friendly, making it a good stop for travelers going North or South of the border.