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Buccleuch Arms

4.0 star property
Inn in Melrose with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Exterior
Property grounds
Garden
Fireplace
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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The Green, St. Boswells, Melrose, Scotland, TD6 0EW
  • Place, Scott's View
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Dryburgh Abbey
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Floors Castle
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 177 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic King or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 177 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Melrose

Within a short walk of Scott's View, Buccleuch Arms is within 2 miles (3 km) of Dryburgh Abbey. This 19-room, 4-star inn welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Scott's View - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Dryburgh Abbey - 4 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Floors Castle - 15 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Northumberland National Park - 27 min drive - 22.9 miles
  • Royal Infirmary - 54 min drive - 42.7 miles

Getting around

  • Tweedbank Station - 7 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ochiltree's Dining - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tempest Brewing Co - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kings Arms Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Cross Keys - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Alfonso's - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Buccleuch Arms

Inn in Melrose with free breakfast and a restaurant
At Buccleuch Arms, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and laundry facilities. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include a garden and a picnic area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include electric kettles, free local calls, and desks.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Similar properties

Property grounds
Dryburgh Abbey Hotel
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 842 reviews
$115 nightly
The price is $139
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
Dryburgh Abbey Hotel

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 18 accessible parking spaces
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Buccleuch Arms Inn Melrose
Buccleuch Arms Melrose
Buccleuch Arms Inn
Buccleuch Arms Melrose
Buccleuch Arms Inn Melrose

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Buccleuch Arms?

Buccleuch Arms provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do close to Buccleuch Arms?

This inn is located in Melrose within a short 6-minute walk of Scott's View. You'll also find Dryburgh Abbey and Melrose Abbey within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Buccleuch Arms?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the inn. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does Buccleuch Arms feature a casino on the premises?

No, Buccleuch Arms doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Buccleuch Arms?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What do couples enjoy most about Buccleuch Arms?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include garden views.

Are there hot tubs at Buccleuch Arms?

No, this inn doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Buccleuch Arms feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Buccleuch Arms serves free full breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Does Buccleuch Arms allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Buccleuch Arms for a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Buccleuch Arms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this inn.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Buccleuch Arms?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Buccleuch Arms.

Buccleuch Arms Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 92 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gardens very well kept a pleasure to sit out and relax. Food very good, the ham hock terine starter was great. Sasha our waitress serving breakfast was really lovely, just a glow about her. The smoked salmon and scrambled eggs were lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

HORRIBLE NIGHT

The building was clean and well kept… EXCEPT FOR THE ROOM! There was NO air circulation whatsoever! We reported it at supper and asked for a fan because the window was NOT OPENABLE not even a bit! We were told no fans available. We were NOT offered any compensation, not a different room, or money back. We were told that the room was reported unfit a couple of weeks before we were put in there. It should not be let out! We were in room 15 at top floor! NOT good when you have a dog to take out! I had always wanted to stay there but no more. This was during a heatwave of 20c at night! Food was GREAT, Service was friendly except for the ‘death trap’ they put us in and we are in our 70s! Hallway’s were cool due to open windows but we weren’t sleeping in the hall! JEYS were hard to fit and unlock the door from outside! Room was lovely. I wet a cold towel in cold water and used it like a blanket. My partner wool up every hour from the sweltering heat and no NO air circulation. It was like being in a concrete box! Breakfast was also Great! ABSOLUTELY NO COMPENSATION, NO CHANGE OF ROOM WAS OFFERED. I didn’t ask because I was waiting and expecting something to be offered! Even my little dog was struggling with the heat and no air circulation. I expected a pleasant night’s stay and almost booked two nights! So very GLAD I DIDN’T!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Des

Business traveler
Great stay Heating in bathroom would not turn off Made room so hot Staff really good and breakfast great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

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

Welcomed with open Arms

Lovely place to stay and all the staff so helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly staff can only go so far

Really helpful and friendly staff, but the room was POOR. Very tired room and hotel. I had a Guinness and a burger for dinner which was good. But the room was draughty and in poor condition. I slept in my socks and tracksuit bottoms!!! Breakfast was good but so uncomfortable as it was freezing room temperature. Do t be fooled by the official images in app for this hotel. They must have been taken years ago.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morven

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Very helpful friendly staff but hotel so old its rooms need upgrading therefore didnt feel it was worth the money. Lovely place but nothing to do!! No pubs or shops!! Obviously not the hotels fault but beacuse of this felt alot of money for a mediocre (but very clean) room in a village where there is nothing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

LISA

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

Enjoyable stay

Food was excellent, staff very friendly and welcoming. Room was as requested. Lovely part of the UK.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Alexander

Disliked: Staff & service

Buccleuch Stay

Stayed for 2 nights. Both of us infirm but no offer of help with luggage. Breakfasts were average. We had one dinner but it was not very good. Wouldn’t recommend the food. Only a skylight in our room so no view other than sky. 1 waitress was very cheery and helpful, the rest gave the impression that they were doing a job without much enthusiasm.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly with excellent service
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent food Great quality locally sourced
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Cham

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Claire

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

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

Fantastic stay

Fast Check in , warm friendly atmosphere from staff and locals , room spacious clean warm , food amazing
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Philippa

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had the most awful bedroom and my friends paid the same amount and their room was bigger , brighter . Felt like army barracks , thoroughly disappointed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Tracey

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked being able to have a hot bath. I prefer a bath to a shower. It suits me being beside the A68 - long journey north <-> south. I found the internet use very unreliable. Even downstairs where I was told it would work - that turned out to be only in the restaurant or standing at the foot of the stairs!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Food was fabulous - breakfast superb and great dinners! Only slight suggestion - skylight in Room #19 very dirty - would have been great it is was clean. But that is just a minor element in what was overall a wonderful stay! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023