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The Waverley Castle Hotel

3.0 star property

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A large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central tower.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.
A spacious hotel lobby with a stage, multiple seating areas, and modern lighting fixtures.
A bar area with a counter, multiple taps, and a variety of bottles.
A reception area with a reception desk, seating area with chairs, and a wall-mounted TV.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Bat Waverley Castle Hotel, Skirmish Hill, Melrose, Scotland, TD6 9AA
  • Place, Waverley Line
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Melrose Abbey
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Saint Cuthbert's Way
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chairs, a small table, and a TV.

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Twin Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Single Room

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, computer, lamp, phone, and a trash bin.

Standard Single Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chairs, a small table, and a TV.

Superior Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Melrose

Within a short walk of Waverley Line, The Waverley Castle Hotel is within a mile (2 km) of Southern Upland Way - Section A Trailhead. This 77-room, 3-star hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Waverley Line - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Southern Upland Way - Section A Trailhead - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Melrose Abbey - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Saint Cuthbert's Way - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Dryburgh Abbey - 15 min drive - 9.0 miles

Getting around

  • Tweedbank Station - 14 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tempest Brewing Co - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Kings Arms Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Provender - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Marmions Brasserie - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Salmon Inn - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Waverley Castle Hotel

Guests staying at The Waverley Castle Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, an arcade/game room, and a garden. Free parking is available if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.
TVs come with cable channels. Coffee makers, hair dryers, and phones are also standard.

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Front of property
Dryburgh Abbey Hotel
Melrose
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 898 reviews
$113 nightly
The price is $135
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Total with taxes and fees
Dryburgh Abbey Hotel

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from January 2 to February 5:
  • One of the dining venues

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Waverley Castle Hotel Melrose
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Waverley Castle Hotel?

The Waverley Castle Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do near The Waverley Castle Hotel?

This hotel is located in Melrose, a short 11-minute walk from Waverley Line and also 17 minutes on foot from Southern Upland Way - Section A Trailhead. You'll also find Melrose Abbey and Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Waverley Castle Hotel?

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

Does The Waverley Castle Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Waverley Castle Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Waverley Castle Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Waverley Castle Hotel?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a garden at this hotel.

Does The Waverley Castle Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does The Waverley Castle Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Waverley Castle Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Waverley Castle Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Waverley Castle Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does The Waverley Castle Hotel have connecting rooms available?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Waverley Castle Hotel?

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

The Waverley Castle Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 386 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 137 out of 386 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 386 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 386 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 386 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gaby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay there
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stay was very enjoyable and the staff very helpful and friendly
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great for travelling stop off
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mark Anthony

Liked: Staff & service
Hotel was clean and tidy,staff very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Check in Service Food All excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really helpful staff and a clean room, food not bad.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Pleasant stay

Enjoyed stay at this hotel, Well organised, staff helpful, large rooms with kettle and coffee machine.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Lovely Stay

Had a lovely comfortable stay! Staff very friendly!! Had dinner and breakfast and both were very tasty.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for our stay. We found the hotel clean, pet friendly and convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane

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

Great hotel

Beautiful hotel in gorgeous setting. Couldn't fault a thing
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Raphaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel with friendly staff! View is amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great value hotel for a long weekend

A great weekend spent at the Waverley Castle Hotel. Fantastic location for Kelso, Melrose, Galashiels, Peebles and more. Great breakfast and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

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

Comfortable base

A comfortable location for touring the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Castle

Just a one night stop, but all was good, would certainly stay here again. Great location for our trip to Galashiels.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Derek

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Bit dated rooms but comfortable for a night away
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and perfect for river walks. Not luxurious but a practicle hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were really helpful and responded positively to our request for a quiet place to meet in the evening and provided fresh milk in our rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

William

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

Value hotel

Basic room but clean and functional Good good in evening and at breakfast Good for price
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

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

Well worth the price, very comfortable.

Ideal location, dated but comfortable hotel, and good price for the situation.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Andreas

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful place but the building was very old. The staff was very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

Nice stay

Nice place to stay missed front entrance first night as the entrance from the road was not lit
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very friendly and helpful. The atmosphere is nice and quiet and the breakfast is good. Parking is easy but the hotel is also right on the Tweed Cycle route which makes it easily accessible by bike also. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great characterful hotel

Great place to stay,yes a few areas are a little run down and tired but other areas are lovely and charismatic which I will take any day over a bland big chain run hotel, food is good and the staff are brilliant ,very quiet and lots of places to sit and relax with a drink.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable hotel. Easy parking. Great food. Easy-going friendly staff. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From arriving at the hotel until leaving the hotel the staff were amazing made our stay very welcoming always someone to help if needed the room was amazing very clean & comfortable would definitely recommend anyone stay here the price was fantastic the size of the room was very a generous size the scenery around was fantastic I would again definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023