Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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 and cash
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
Property is also known as
Elphinstone Biggar
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Frequently asked questions
Is The Elphinstone Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at The Elphinstone Hotel?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Elphinstone Hotel?
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Elphinstone Hotel?
Check-out is at 10:30 AM.
Where is The Elphinstone Hotel located?
Situated in Biggar, this hotel is within 20 mi (32 km) of New Lanark, Neidpath Castle, and Five Sisters Zoo. Pentland Hills Regional Park and Livingston Designer Outlet are also within 25 mi (40 km).
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The Elphinstone Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 287 reviews
10 - Excellent
125
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 287 reviews
8 - Good
115
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 287 reviews
6 - Okay
36
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 287 reviews
4 - Poor
10
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 287 reviews
2 - Terrible
1
9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
Very friendly staff. Good breakfast and excellent restaurant.
Carroll
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10
Great 1 night stay. Efficient check in, comfortable room and superb breakfast.
Philip
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
8/10
Spacious , comfortable stay and brakfast was lovely.
Heidi
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
8/10
Had a great stay. Would recommend this property.
Paul
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10
Excellent
Malcolm
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10
Had a great time everything you need in a hotel
Stephen
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
8/10
It was clean ,tidy ,staff were very helpful especially with taxi's, ver
Emily
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10
Although the hotel is a wee bit dated it was clean the food was excellent especially he breakfast and the staff couldn’t have been more helpful and pleasant Would be pleased to stay again anytime
Margaret
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
8/10
Lovely staff, and a fascinating old building. The breakfast was great.
Ann
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10
Hotel very central lovely family run hotel rooms very clean and staff very friendly.
Richard
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
8/10
Comfortable, good food, quiet, good value — just what we wanted on our journey. The weather was beyond the hotel’s control!
Andrew
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10
Great location, friendly and helpful staff, delicious breakfast. Dog friendly and excellent value. We stayed in the small double room. It was cosy and comfy and had everything we needed. The room itself could do with a bit of updating, but it was as expected for the price. The bathroom is new and pristine. Would stay again.
Laura
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10
Great staff
Gollup
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
10/10
Great accommodation but slightly worn
Susan
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
10/10
No dislikes
Nice owners, friendly, cheery people excellent value would thoroughly recommend to anyone.
ALAN
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
8/10
Staff very nice and helpful.
Not window in the room ,feeling a bit out of air.
Florin
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10
Very helpful and local made you feel t honest and at home
Sean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
10/10
Great wee gem
david
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
8/10
Nice friendly hotel. Evening meal was wonderful.
However, the breakfast (full Scottish) wasn't great....this could have been better.
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
10/10
I was only looking for an overnight stay on a business trip to Scotland and this fitted the bill perfectly. I was late to check in, but the hotel called me to make sure I was ok and still coming, which I thought was a nice touch.
I had a beer in the (busy) bar before bed, a good breakfast to start the next day, and great hospitality throughout.
No issues at all, and I’d happily recommend it.
A
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
6/10
All ok
Kevin
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
8/10
Very lucky to get 2 parking spaces. Staff very welcoming. Room and bathroom very clean but the bed was too soft so not comfortable however accept that a very firm bed is our personal requirement. Breakfast was excellent with a large choice. well cooked and served. Short but very pleasant stay
John
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
6/10
A bit run by down and in need of some care and attention. No spare loo roll!
Breakfast somewhat sparse and once you had booked for day one gut same again on day two - like it or not.
Philip
4/10
We were attending a wedding. Things got delayed, and I checked in by phone. The lady said the key would be left on the bar for collection. Later they rang me and said if I hadn't collected the key by 10.30/10.45 they would have gone and we wouldn't have a room. Had to leave Reception early to ensure we had a bed. Room spotlessly clean, although bin not emptied. Stair carpet very dirty and worn, and room smelt of state cigarette smoke. Breakfast I ordered porridge which never arrived and received a fried egg at breakfast rather than the scrambled I requested.
Judith
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
8/10
We booked in for one night on our way back from John O' Groats. Our room was upstairs no lift and no offer of help with my suitcase. I have arthritis in both of my hands and wrists. Our room was alright. But it was all a bit jaded. We were provided with enough coffee sachets a milk for 2 cups of coffee, however the kettle had to be plugged in and boiled on the floor because the lead was not long enough to reach any flat surface. Choice of breakfast. I provided my own cereal as they didn't provide a gluten free option. Carpets were all a bit shabby and looked like they needed a good clean. Booked in for evening meal which was excellent and also they had a gluten free menu, so we were very pleased wirh that. We had stayed here a few years ago for several days and noticed how much things had deteriorated. I doubt if will stay there again.