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Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa

4.0 star property
Hotel in Peebles with a full-service spa and a golf course

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Indoor pool
Front of property
Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Double) | Terrace/patio
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine, golf course views
Golf

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Cardrona, Peebles near Edinburgh, Peebles, Scotland, EH45 8NE
  • Place, Leisure Club and Spa at Macdonald Cardrona Hotel
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, 7stanes - Glentress
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Traquair House
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Double)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Double)

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Accessible King)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe King) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe King)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 238 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Double Family 4)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Family 4)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 238 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Peebles

Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa places you next to Macdonald Cardrona Golf Course and within a 10-minute walk of Leisure Club and Spa at Macdonald Cardrona Hotel. This 99-room, 4-star hotel has a golf course, a full-service spa, and a restaurant.

What's nearby

  • Macdonald Cardrona Golf Course - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Leisure Club and Spa at Macdonald Cardrona Hotel - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • 7stanes - Glentress - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Traquair House - 8 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Neidpath Castle - 9 min drive - 4.5 miles

Getting around

  • Galashiels Station - 22 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Durty brewing - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪St Ronans Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Neidpath Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Findra - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪caberston cafe - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa

Hotel in Peebles with a full-service spa and a golf course
Guests of Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa have access to a golf course, a full-service spa, and an indoor pool. Free parking is included with your stay. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this spa hotel include a gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas.
TVs come with satellite channels, and WiFi keeps guests connected. Coffee makers, hair dryers, and safes are also standard.
Guests can play rounds at the 18-hole golf course and enjoy other recreation facilities including a health club. In addition to an indoor pool, other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (GBP 10 per stay)
  • 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 24 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Lounge and Cocktail Bar
  • Renwicks Restaurant
  • Spikes Bar

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf
  • Golf driving range
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2003
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from October 16 2025 to March 31 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Elevator
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to 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 15.0 per night

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 24 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: GBP 10.00 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Pet fee: GBP 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.0 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Cardrona Golf
Cardrona Hotel
Cardrona Macdonald
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Macdonald Cardrona Golf Peebles
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Macdonald Cardrona Hotel Country
Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa Scotland
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa?

Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see within easy reach of Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa?

This hotel in Peebles is within a 10-minute walk of Leisure Club and Spa at Macdonald Cardrona Hotel and Macdonald Cardrona Golf Course. You'll also find 7stanes - Glentress and Traquair House within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa available at Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include aromatherapy, body scrubs, massages, and mani/pedis.

Does Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa have a casino on the premises?

No, Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an indoor pool, 2 bars, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa?

No, but guests can enjoy a steam room at this hotel.

Does Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Renwicks Restaurant.

Does Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa for a fee of GBP 20.00 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa?

The closest major airport to Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is about 23.2 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa.

Does Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa have a wedding venue on site?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa.

Reviews

Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, Golf & Spa Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 306 out of 904 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 289 out of 904 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 177 out of 904 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 89 out of 904 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 904 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Claire

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful views.Plenty parking and excellent service .Staff more than helpful at reception and food first class.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Pam

For a 4* hotel the building, in a lot of places, was tatty. In my room there was a lot of paint which had flaked off the windowsill, one of the windows didn’t close, there were chips on both the shower tray and sink, and the radiator was covered in rust. Some areas of carpet in communal areas was fraid. There was a very limited amount of tv channels and the lift didn’t work the whole time I stayed. The receptionist originally directed me to the lift. I was up two flights of stairs, I am an OAP but there was no offer to help me with my luggage on arrival or departure. I was asked during my stay to give feedback from the company and did. I got no response. For the price I paid I was extremely disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Susannah

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very aged, limited breakfast, not worth the price
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sarah

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Give the hotel a wide berth

Bits falling off the entrance door, toilet door, bin broken, wardrobe door broken, wc broken/cracked gutter leaking, iron plug broke.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I felt the hotel was tired and the furniture dated, the food menue was poor and bar was very expensive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Adrienne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff were insular and not helpful. We were not aware checkout was at 11 am and they actually opened our door and yells at us to get out.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great break with my husband
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Bar prices

Great hotel, swimming pool really good size that you can actually swim in. jacuzzi would be good in the future. Bar prices unrealistic - spirit with mixer and zero beer just less than £20, won't pay that again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Won’t be back. Initial bedroom dated and very poor wifi. Managed to get another room with good wifi but again the room was dated. Lift was not working but luckily I was on the ground floor. No biscuits with the coffee/tea in 2nd room. At one breakfast sitting no water available to drink next to the juices, they had ran out of some hot breakfast food and I had to ask for more (usually the food is checked and topped up regularly at other hotels). Bedroom view was lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jed

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding venue, location, staff and facilities but the sad part was the food which was very very expensive and so disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Short 2 day Spa break

Have stayed here many times A good location for walking and quite Needs to be refreshed, parts of the hotel are currently being redecorated but furnishings in the bedroom starting to show their age! Spa and pool facilities good and staff there very accommodating and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Charles, Perth

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location is what we wanted. Things that could have been better reception needing new flooring looked very dirty with tired looking furniture. Further upgrade to rooms required extra keys,fridge,safe,,decor. Why we wont be back served drinks in dirty glasses machine fault i guess. Waiters not really trained enough, also BO personel hygine not coverd at dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

mark

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked a rare overnight stay to celebrate my birthday, having arranged childcare for our two young children — but the experience was incredibly disappointing from start to finish. Upon arrival, there was no one at reception and we waited nearly 10 minutes before anyone acknowledged us. Our room was dirty: the safe didn’t work, there was no fridge, visible mould in the bathroom, and a stained headboard that left us uneasy. When we complained, we were told no other rooms were available and the only solution offered was a re-clean. The hotel felt run-down. The lifts were out of service, the pool area was unclean, the steam room didn't function, and the spa itself was in poor condition. My massage was interrupted by scratched, skipping CD music and noise from an adjacent waiting area. Worst of all, the therapist ignored my request for lighter pressure, leaving me in pain. Staff at Spikes Bar were rude when we asked about food, replying simply “not today.” We ended up paying £10 for four dry, stale chicken wings at the main restaurant — a total rip-off. In the morning, the kettle in our room was full of mouldy water and the mugs were dirty. This was meant to be a relaxing birthday treat, but instead it was a stressful, unhygienic and disappointing experience. I am requesting a full refund and hope the hotel takes serious steps to improve. I would not recommend this hotel to anyone based on our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Needing a good hoover

Our room was clean and comfortable, cannot fault the room. The dining area/restaurant was not clean. We were seated at the window on tuesday early evening and I looked down and noticed the carpet particularly grubby with lots of crumbs, we had the same table next morning, the same crumbs plus more, by our final morning on thursday we were siting further back so could see all along under windows, wrappers, chips, crisps etc all still lying. It felt like no attention to detail, place getting quick hoover in middle of floor. They are in the middle of painting the stair well so some attempt to freshen it up. The lift was out of order however this didnt effect our stay. Our bedroom had no faults however we wouldnt stay here again, much nicer hotels for the money
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Caroline

Business traveler
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
We arrived late after a long drive. Reception was indifferent Room was fine if a little tired . Comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Tracy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Friendly staff and very comfy bed. Room seemed a little dated. Breakfast lovely. Disappointing that pool was closed but overall nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gillian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No plug for sink and outsidr windows needed cleaning Apart from this it was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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