Galashiels Travel Guide

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A rural landscape with rolling hills, a rainbow, and scattered buildings.
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A river winding through a grassy landscape with trees and hills in the background.
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A calm river with swans, a concrete walkway, and a building with a green roof in the background.
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A river flowing through a lush green landscape with dense trees and a clear blue sky.
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A river surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
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Our guide on where to stay in Galashiels

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Rolling hills, a stream, and a sheep in a rural landscape.
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Fountainhall

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

Apex Grassmarket Hotel

4 out of 5
31-35 Grassmarket Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$418 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$418
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
Apex Grassmarket Hotel
YOTEL Edinburgh

YOTEL Edinburgh

4 out of 5
Erskine House Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$278 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
NZ$278
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,539 reviews)
"Great Location and Helpful Staff, but Tech and Bathroom Layout Need Improvement We had a mixed stay overall. On the positive side, the hotel is in a fantastic location, and our room was clean, tidy, and well-maintained throughout. Most of the staff were wonderfully helpful and provided great customer ..."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026

YOTEL Edinburgh
Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

4 out of 5
53 Princes Street Edinburgh Scotland
The price is NZ$412 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$412
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (798 reviews)
"Our room was a wee bit small but the view was beyond compare! Excellent location: Tram from the airport and Waverley Station right across the street for the LNER ride to London"

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection
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PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court

PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court

4 out of 5
121 Grove St Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this apartment in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
PREMIER SUITES Edinburgh Fountain Court
Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels

4 out of 5
Broughton Street Lane, 6 Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle ...
Forth House by Supercity Aparthotels
Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street

3 out of 5
74 - 77 Queen Street Edinburgh Scotland
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,346 reviews)
"Great location right at the west end of queen street. We had a 1 bedroom apartment with plenty of space and fully appliances in the kitchen area. Next time would probably prefer not to be in the basement at the front of the building with some noise from the main road and people walking by on the ..."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Heeton Concept Aparthotel Edinburgh Queen Street
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Stay near popular Galashiels attractions

Waverley Line

10.0/10 (1 review)
Learn about the local history of Galashiels with a stop at Waverley Line. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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Activities

Tranent: Glenkinchie Whisky Distillery Tour and Tasting

East Lothian: Glenkinchie Whisky Distillery Tour and Tasting

NZ$49
per adult
East Lothian: Glenkinchie Whisky Distillery Tour and Tasting
Beyond Edinburgh

Beyond Edinburgh (Half Day Tour)

NZ$1,053
per traveller
Beyond Edinburgh (Half Day Tour)
In the Footsteps of Sir Walter Scott One Day Tour

In the Footsteps of Sir Walter Scott One Day Tour

NZ$1,610
per traveller
In the Footsteps of Sir Walter Scott One Day Tour
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Cities near Galashiels

A castle surrounded by a forested valley with a river.

Peebles

A historic cityscape with a prominent castle and a tall church spire.

Edinburgh

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