Dryburgh Abbey Hotel

Property class: 3

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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. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a fireplace in reception and a bar.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$254
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct

Room options

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A neatly made bed with a green throw, a teddy bear, and a nightstand with a lamp and a bottle of water.

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a television, and a window with curtains.

Abbey Double/Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(73 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, River View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 104 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A neatly made bed with pillows and a blanket, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with a view.

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • River view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King 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 Priorwood Garden. Woodside Garden Centre and Lauder Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Melrose travel guide
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St Boswells, Melrose, Scotland, TD6 0RQ

What's nearby

  • A historic church ruin with arched windows and a stone pathway.
    Dryburgh Abbey
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A historic church with Gothic architecture, surrounded by a cemetery with headstones and trimmed hedges.
    Melrose Abbey
    12 min drive - 12.7 km
  • A stone wall meandering through a grassy landscape with rolling hills in the background.
    Northumberland National Park
    40 min drive - 44.9 km
  • Scott's View
    9 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Dalhousie Castle
    58 min drive - 64.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Tempest Brewing Co
    12 min drive
  • Red Lion Hotel
    9 min drive
  • Kings Arms Hotel
    10 min drive
  • swan
    10 min drive
  • Provender
    10 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
    • Smoke-free property, a front desk safe and barbecues
    • A banquet hall, meeting rooms and luggage storage
    • 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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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
  • Smoking not allowed

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: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM

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 are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 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 35.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 35.0 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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Dryburgh Abbey Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 15.00 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 18 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dryburgh Abbey Hotel on 4 Oct 2026 start from NZ$254, 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: 3:00 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 11:00 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).

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

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected 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

Dryburgh Abbey Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 482 out of 962 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 345 out of 962 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 962 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 962 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 962 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have had a brilliant time , everything was good food room and staff
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Country hotel in spacious grounds with different walks and the River Tweed nearby. Very pleasant staff. Easy parking and many sites to visit close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location. Property set in well maintained grounds with view of the river. We ate one night in the restaurant.Nice food including the breakfasts
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The atmosphere was amazing! Sitting by the Tweed & listening to the flow of the river & the songs of the birds was so relaxing! Breakfast was also fabulous!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful country house hotel with exceptional staff. Good central location for exploring the Borders. We had a great stay and look forward to a return visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an accesable room which was brilliant. Everything was to hand and it was so comfortable and cosy as well as being very clean. The wet room made such a difference and was very large. I loved being able to open the windows. The views were amazing and I was able to sit on a bench and watch the Tweed roll by. A visit to Dryburgh Abbey was lovely with lots of seating areas. The staff were wonderful and anything I asked for was never a problem. The food was wonderfull too.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful property. Great vibe that makes you feel like you’re going back in time. Dinner in the restaurant was fantastic, if you don’t mind a few canine guests as well. Our top floor room looked over the river and was very peaceful and quiet. Comfortable big room very clean with an excellent staff. The Abbey ruins are just a few yards away right across the parking lot. Just love this place and hope to get to return someday.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome building in spectacular surroundings, interior was just as breathtaking as outside 😍. Staff were great and food was outstanding 👌.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were all friendly and helpful. The bed was comfortable and the room a good size. The food was good without being exceptional. The hotel is a little tired and dated but we were very happy and their attitude to dogs being indoors was first class. We will be back I’m sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were fantastic, room huge and the evening meal and breakfast were delicious. Lovely grounds for an evening stroll. We were walking St.Cuthbert’s Way and left the car there for five days which was ideal
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely beautiful grounds and surrounding areas. Lovely friendly and welcoming staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Set in such a tranquil, peaceful setting by the abbey and river, the hotel has ample parking and is a great place to relax and take long walks. The staff were friendly and courteous. It was nice to find a hotel offering vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options for meals. The breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Great food. Friendly attentive staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Has a freshly made afternoon tea kept us going ubtil breakfast time
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet riverside location and convenient for exploring the area around Melrose. Grand old building with plenty of character. Great breakfast with fine views and tasty food
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a splendid old house, bang next to Dryburgh Abbey, which is a magical place. The hotel has character, the staff are lovely, and the rooms large, if a little old-fashioned. The bed was very comfortable. Only the food in the restaurant-bar was slightly disappointing, particularly as one of us is vegetarian, which made the choice very limited. We would still love to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location with 11 acres, river in grounds and Abbey ruins next door. Had dinner in restaurant which was excellent as was breakfast the next day. Used as a stop off for one night from Aberdeenshire to the midlands and same price as well known hotel chains. An issue with bed on arrival but sorted out by receptionist promptly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good size room with a private bathroom and a lovely view. Free parking and access to the River Tweed for Trout fishing. Excellent evening meal and conscientious staff. Plenty of choice for a continental breakfast and a selection of cooked breakfast options. Very pleasant surroundings and with access to Dryburgh Abbey ruins albeit for an admission fee. You can walk along the river Tweed by walking out of the main gates and turning left to enjoy a circular walk. Would definitely recommend a visit to this lovely hotel and its surroundings, it is very peaceful and tranquil!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent surroundings! Interior in need of some tlc.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful property excellent location stunning food and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location, very friendly staff, great food and a comfortable stay. The property is a gem in the rough - the common areas present beautifully but the room was a bit tired (but still very comfy)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely character property with excellent food
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I would have expected a bit more of this hotel. The rooms vary quite a bit in terms how well maintained they are. Furniture can be worn a bit. The staff is largely made up of young local boys and girls. They are super friendly and very attentive. Despite being more or less on a holiday job they are very professional and rather sweet. The site of the hotel is wonderful and very quiet. Guest who travel over the summer should know though that there is no airconditioning and that windows cannot really be opened.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

It was nice to be able to have dogs
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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