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Dryburgh Abbey Hotel

3.0 star property
Edwardian hotel with free breakfast and restaurant

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Property grounds
Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Reception
Fishing
Breakfast and dinner served, garden views
Dryburgh Abbey Hotel sits alongside the river, welcoming travelers with breakfast and dinner at Tweed Restaurant. The property offers garden views throughout, while guests can relax by the lobby fireplace or enjoy sunshine on the terrace.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is £110
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Rear Facing, Limited View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 112 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 377 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Abbey Double/Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 163 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, River View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 1119 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located in Melrose, Dryburgh Abbey Hotel is on a river. Dryburgh Abbey and Smailholm Tower are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Scott's View and St Abbs & Eyemouth Voluntary Marine Reserve. Woodside Garden Centre and Clifton Park are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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St Boswells, Melrose, Scotland, TD6 0RQ

What's nearby

  • Dryburgh Abbey - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Scott's View - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Melrose Abbey - 9 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott - 12 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Floors Castle - 16 min drive - 10.8 miles

Getting around

  • Tweedbank Station - 24 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tempest Brewing Co - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Ochiltree's Dining - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Rhymers Tower Coffee Shop & Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kings Arms Hotel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Cross Keys - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Dryburgh Abbey Hotel

Hotel by the river
Take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace and a garden at Dryburgh Abbey Hotel. The on-site restaurant, Tweed Restaurant, offers breakfast, dinner and garden views. In addition to a fireplace in reception and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A front desk safe, smoke-free property and barbecues
  • Luggage storage, coffee/tea in reception and a lift
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, heating and housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Abbey Bistro
  • Tweed Restaurant

Things to do

  • Fishing

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,615 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1845
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 6 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per night

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Abbey Dryburgh
Dryburgh
Dryburgh Abbey Hotel
Dryburgh Abbey Hotel Melrose
Dryburgh Abbey Melrose
Dryburgh Hotel
Dryburgh Abbey
Dryburgh Abbey Hotel Hotel
Dryburgh Abbey Hotel Melrose
Dryburgh Abbey Hotel Hotel Melrose

Frequently asked questions

Is Dryburgh Abbey Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 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 does it cost to stay at Dryburgh Abbey Hotel?

As of 7 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dryburgh Abbey Hotel on 5 Oct 2025 start from £109.74, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Dryburgh Abbey Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dryburgh Abbey Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Dryburgh Abbey Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Dryburgh Abbey Hotel located?

Situated on a river, this hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Dryburgh Abbey and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Scott's View. Smailholm Tower and Earlston Library are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Dryburgh Abbey Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 407 out of 815 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 294 out of 815 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 815 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 815 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 815 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic ambiance, beautiful surroundings, excellent service and food, beds very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and staff service was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARLEEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
closer to the tweed river and the dryburgh abbey. lovely room, wonderful food, service and amazing location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent quiet countryside retreat with friendly helpful staff and good facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay. The staff were first class. Peace and quiet was just what we wanted. Superb view of the Tweed from our room and lovely walks in the grounds. Ideal location for Border exploration
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dryburgh Abbey hotel was wonderful. Check-in was with a person which was nice to experience seeing as many places are now contactless. Our room and bathroom were clean and comfortable and the dining areas lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Comfortable hotel, good sized room in a beautiful location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Amenities
Excellent rooms with superb views of the river tweed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet place, good parking, friendly staff, good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice hotel, great staff all round cleanliness, and lovely decor. Would come again a nice experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lived staying here. The staff are so friendly and hard working, especially Charlotte. She is so helpful and nothing is too much for her. Although the hotel is a bit dated, it goes with the ambiance of the building. I found our room and bathroom clean and cozy. The building has so many areas to sit and relax. We liked it that much we have booked another trip in September
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen Gay

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay the room was big the bed was huge-lovely. Staff changed our room to a ground floor which was appreciated. The decor is old and tired and but that didn’t bother us
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gayle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This property is excellent with one exemption.. The water pressure in the shower was very low. Showering took forever and hair washing was difficult. The grounds and staff were very polite and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bit out of the way although the sat nav took us right to the door. Nice quiet area teeming with wildlife right next to Dryburgh Abbey and the river Tweed
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property is unique and comfortable as an old building in the Borders. The staff are excellent and very responsive to your needs. The building is obviously old and the rooms dated, however that should be expected in a building of this age.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lois

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding hotel! We loved everything about it, and would return in a heartbeat. Thankyou!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the stay. Very tranquil surroundings, quite remote but only a short drive to several places of interest. Liked walking down to the river before breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Aileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The estate at the hotel is beautiful near.the river. The room we were given to begin with was.not suitable very stuffy and small. We couldnt open the windows.We requested another room and this was dealt with very quickly by the receptionist. and we ended up with a lovely airy,, spacious room with views of the river (and the windows opened). We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Louise

The property is in a lovely location and is a bit tired. The evening meals were good.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely location and very helpful staff. The rooms were large and comfortable but perhaps a little dated for some people.plenty of hot water and a good shower. The food is very enjoyable and a good ammount to.chhose from for breakfast. We will return when next working in the area. We have stayed on 2 occasions and find the hotel ideal for our needs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Staff & service
The only issue had was that we thought the breakfast could have been hotter. The other food was excellent. Our car broke down as we were leaving but the staff were lovely. Made it clear we were welcome to stay inside while we waited for the RAC. They couldn’t have been better
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

STUART

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

The beautiful surroundings

Overall the stay was good. Room was a bit cold early evening, but our overnight sleep was too hot as the quilt tended to cocoon our body. The surrounding areas were excellent for walks and not to mention the food as it was beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good value, all good nothing bad to say
Stayed 1 night in May 2025