Queens Head Hotel

3.5 star property

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Bar (on property)
Deluxe Twin Room | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels
Exterior
Family Room (With Shower) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lobby

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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24 Bridge Street, Kelso, Scotland, TD5 7JD
  • Place, Kelso Abbey
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Borders Abbeys Way
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kelso Old Parish Church
    ‪1 min walk‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Classic Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room (With Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Kelso

Queens Head Hotel places you next to Kelso Abbey and Borders Abbeys Way. This 13-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Kelso Abbey - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Borders Abbeys Way - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kelso Old Parish Church - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kelso Racecourse - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Floors Castle - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Tweedbank Station - 19 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Charlie’s - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪State Room Lounge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hoot N Cat Coffee Shop - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Cobbles - Freehouse & Dining - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Cream Chimneys - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Queens Head Hotel

Queens Head Hotel features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include a vending machine and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Coffee makers and desks are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-10:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Queens Head Hotel?

Queens Head Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do around Queens Head Hotel?

This hotel is located in Kelso and just steps from Kelso Abbey and Borders Abbeys Way. You'll also find Floors Castle and Kelso Racecourse within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Queens Head Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Queens Head Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, Queens Head Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Queens Head Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Queens Head Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as a restaurant and a bar/lounge.

Does Queens Head Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Queens Head Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Queens Head Hotel serves free full breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Does Queens Head Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Queens Head Hotel.

Does Queens Head Hotel have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Queens Head Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Queens Head Hotel.

Queens Head Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 66 out of 174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 174 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel and great breakfast , really friendly staff at breakfast and reception.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old building and interesting town!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms nice & clean, great breakfast with pleasant helpful staff. Location is perfect for visiting the area, will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One night stay and everything was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location in a very charming town.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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

Overnight stay for motorbike couple

Great place, friendly and helpful staff, lovely area, would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the property was good value for money and in a central location in a beautiful area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Rosemary M

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

Lovely hotel

Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, good food and lovely atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here several times over the past two years and will definitely return as the staff and facilities including dining at the hotel are great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent staff and central location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent staff and central location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Steve

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

Staff were excellent. Hotel is good

Staff were excellent, hotel was nice. Rooms were nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel with a great friendly service. Restaurant is great.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, good friendly staff nothing too much trouble.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stay here quite often and it’s always clean and friendly
Verified

8/10 Good

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff, food was excellent in restaurant and breakfast. Room was comfortable and clean. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in main area of Kelso and very near abbey. Lovely staff and really good en-suite rooms. Parking wasn’t too easy as it was Easter weekend and very busy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely small hotel full of character, staff are so friendly, food was very good. The bar has a great atmosphere! Definitely come again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Great place to stay or just have a beer

Great place to stay or just have a beer. We only stayed one night, but would have no problem in staying longer next time. Started the next morning with a freshly cooked breakfast which was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and efficient staff. Excellent breakfast. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly atmosphere, very friendly efficient staff, good breakfast. Comfortable bedroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023