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The Wheatsheaf at Swinton

4.0 star property
Hotel in Duns with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Exterior
Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated
Terrace/patio
Miscellaneous
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Explore the area

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The Green, Swinton, Duns, Scotland, TD11 3JJ
  • Place, Whitsome Ark
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Norham Castle
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Chain Bridge Honey Farm
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Executive Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Duns

The Wheatsheaf at Swinton places you within a 5-minute drive of Whitsome Ark and within a 10-minute drive of St Cuthbert's Church. This 10-room, 4-star hotel has free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Whitsome Ark - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • St Cuthbert's Church - 9 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Norham Castle - 11 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Chain Bridge Honey Farm - 13 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Paxton House - 14 min drive - 9.0 miles

Getting around

  • Berwick-Upon-Tweed Station - 22 min drive
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Allanton Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Besom Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Border Baguettes - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Jim Clark Cafe Bistro - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Baytree Cafe - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Wheatsheaf at Swinton

Hotel in Duns with free breakfast and a restaurant
The Wheatsheaf at Swinton features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a terrace. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a picnic area, and a banquet hall.
Flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Electric kettles, phones, and ironing boards are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11:00 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 welcomes pets for GBP 15 per pet, per day
  • 2 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 25.0 per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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 day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Wheatsheaf Hotel
The Wheatsheaf at Swinton Duns
The Wheatsheaf at Swinton Hotel
The Wheatsheaf at Swinton Hotel Duns

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Wheatsheaf at Swinton?

The Wheatsheaf at Swinton provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Wheatsheaf at Swinton?

As of Dec 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Wheatsheaf at Swinton on Dec 21, 2025 start from $87.49, excluding 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 around The Wheatsheaf at Swinton?

This hotel is located in Duns, close to Duns Castle Nature Reserve, Norham Castle, and Manderston House. You'll also find Whitsome Ark and St Cuthbert's Church within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Wheatsheaf at Swinton?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Electric car charging is also available for guests.

Does The Wheatsheaf at Swinton have a casino on the premises?

No, The Wheatsheaf at Swinton doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Wheatsheaf at Swinton?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Wheatsheaf at Swinton good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a soaking tub and Egyptian cotton sheets as well as a bar.

Does The Wheatsheaf at Swinton have a hot tub?

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

Does The Wheatsheaf at Swinton have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Wheatsheaf at Swinton serves free full breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Does The Wheatsheaf at Swinton allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Wheatsheaf at Swinton for a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per day. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at The Wheatsheaf at Swinton?

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

Are there rooms with balconies at The Wheatsheaf at Swinton?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Wheatsheaf at Swinton.

The Wheatsheaf at Swinton Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 107 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Great place on the Borders

Everything really good - except maybe our room could have been bigger but bathroom facilties very good and extra bonus of TWO working EV chargers for overnight charging.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

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

Business Trip

Clean room staff lovely and food good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

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

Definitley stay again

Great location, very friendly and helpful staff, lovely room, amazing food. Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing hospitality in such a beautiful and tranquil location overlooking the green in the village food was excellent breakfast was filling with endless fresh coffee it’s so rural and quiet no need for earplugs at this lovely accommodation highly recommend and definitely be back again thanks steve
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jamie

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robin

All very tired
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robin

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The mattress was old and the springs had gone. The menu and quality of food very average!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

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

Pleased

Very good, relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely and cosy hotel/pub breakfast was fabulous and the courtesy of the staff were fab.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

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

Great room

Great stay, room was quite warm, so didn’t sleep too well Staff were superb. Room really nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

nicola

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

Would stay again

Area was quiet, rooms comfy and quiet, staff were friendly and food for both dinner and breakfast was delicious
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alistair

I enjoyed my stay. My room was very comfortable and the breakfast was very tasty
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly and helpful staff. I had an excellent meal in the evening and perfect breakfast the following morning. The room was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

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

Lovely relaxing retreat

Lovely food , very remote and quiet location Very pleasant owner and bar staff ! Will be back
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mr John D

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

Excellent hotel, highly recommend.

Return stay. Stayed here many times over the last few years, always a warm and friendly welcome, good service, good food and nice rooms. Also, good for business travellers, breakfast available from 7.30, unlike so many country hotels. The Wheatsheaf is ideally positioned for me to travel out in whatever direction my work takes me.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great little hotel

Clean, well appointed, very comfortable room, bar and dining room. Easy and safe to park. Brilliant staff, so helpful and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

clive

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice and the food was excellent and the staff were friendly and looked after us well
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

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

Short break at the Wheatsheaf.

Had a lovely three night stay at the Wheatsheaf. Michael and Jo were always there and most helpful. Our room (no1) was upstairs and had a large settee in and still lots of space. We ate in the restaurant two nights and the food was delicious.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lianne

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

Absolutely fantastic

Can not rate this place high enough. We stayed in the cottage and it was Immaculate, staff were so friendly and accommodating! Nothing too much trouble. Breakfast was superb as was the dinner - quick service. I can not fault this place and I am sure to be returning !!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really Good. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in May 2024