The Tontine Hotel

3.0 star property

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Front of property
Bar (on property)
Classic Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Reception
Restaurant

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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High Street, The Tontine, Peebles, Scotland, EH45 8AJ
  • Place, Haylodge Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Peebles Golf Club
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Neidpath Castle
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Peebles

The Tontine Hotel is a short stroll from Haylodge Park and Peebles Golf Club. This 3-star hotel has 36 rooms and welcomes guests with 2 restaurants, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Haylodge Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Peebles Golf Club - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Neidpath Castle - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 49 min drive - 25.2 miles
  • Royal Mile - 52 min drive - 25.6 miles

Getting around

  • Galashiels Station - 25 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Findra - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Durty brewing - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cocoa Black - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Traquair Arms Hotel - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Tontine Hotel

At The Tontine Hotel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and express check-out. Free parking is available if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include free newspapers, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, portable fans, and phones are also standard.
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 self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 5 to 20 for adults and GBP 5 to 20 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle storage

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1808
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; 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

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • 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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 5 to 20 for adults, and GBP 5 to 20 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Tontine Hotel
Tontine Hotel Peebles
Tontine Peebles
The Tontine Hotel Hotel
The Tontine Hotel Peebles
The Tontine Hotel Hotel Peebles

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Tontine Hotel?

The Tontine Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Tontine Hotel?

As of Jun 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Tontine Hotel on Jun 23, 2026 start from $183, 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.

What's there to see near The Tontine Hotel?

This hotel is located in Peebles, a short 12-minute walk from Peebles Golf Club and also 7 minutes on foot from Haylodge Park. You'll also find Neidpath Castle and 7stanes - Glentress within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Tontine Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Tontine Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, The Tontine Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Tontine Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Tontine Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like 2 restaurants and a bar/lounge plus some guestrooms include a city view.

Does The Tontine Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does The Tontine Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Tontine Hotel has 2 restaurants, and serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does The Tontine Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Tontine Hotel for a fee of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does The Tontine Hotel have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The Tontine Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Tontine Hotel is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 28.4 mi away (48 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Tontine Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Tontine Hotel.

Does The Tontine Hotel have a wedding venue on site?

There are wedding services available at The Tontine Hotel if that's in your vacation plans.

The Tontine Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 158 out of 270 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 92 out of 270 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 270 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 270 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 270 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Excellent staff and location,
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, and all staff were happy bright and very helpful. The location is perfect, all in all a very good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were very helpful, no complaints regarding room's
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

P A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was good and our dog was made welcome. Great position in the town centre
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Had a fantastic stay , staff couldn’t be more helpful.we will definitely be going again in the near future.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Czeslawa Marianna

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

Lovely hotel in Peebles

Very enjoyable stay. Great location and value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great hotel in a very good location in the Main Street of Peebles.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and good service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in the centre of town.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous location & exceptional staff. Perfect for a relaxing weekend getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent dog friendly hotel. Very central location with friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a blue badge so parked at front of hotel , I would never have made it up the hill . Room needs a wee refresh paper peeling and bathroom ceiling damp patch . Staff amazing in every department. Laura on reception an asset to the hotel , very helpful and friendly. Bar and restaurant staff very polite and friendly. Would definitely come back . Lounge so nice to sit and relax with coffee or bar drinks .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay was good in a convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anni

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

Nice stay

Lovely stay, clean room, good location, n8cecooked breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful city, nice walking, room was exceptional, dining room was exceptional and food was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and in a central location. Beautiful countryside and lots of places to visit in the surrounding area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

Great stay

Lovely stay at The Tontine for a wedding nearby. Comfortable room, good breakfast, great location and friendly staff. Definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KELLY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay! Staff was so friendly and nice! On the main street with the river behind it. Can't ask for a nicer location! Plenty of room to visit, play cards, have a drink or just reflect on your day!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric

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

Wonderful two-night stay

Two-night stay in April, Peebles is a small town and the Tontine is centrally located with ~10 parking spaces behind it. The staff was very friendly and helpful with restaurant recommendations and assistance with have some laundry done overnight. The included breakfast was excellent and filling. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Massive comfy beds. Breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at Tontine very much! The central location was wonderful and we walked to the many shops. Our room was clean and cozy. We will definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

IAN

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

Excellant and will be back.

Everything was excellant. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Our room was a good size and bed very comfortable. Shower was a good size and everything was clean. Excellant breakfast. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the perfect location for a break in Peebles. Staff, accommodation, all great nothing to complain about. I will visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roy

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

One overnight at the Tontine hotel

Very pleasant one night stay The staff were first class and are a credit to the hotel The hotel is very conveniently situated in the High Street in Peebles
Stayed 1 night in May 2024