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Dryburgh Abbey Hotel

3.0 star property
Guests find serenity by the roaring lobby fireplace or while taking in breathtaking views from their comfortable accommodations at this riverside retreat

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Dryburgh Abbey Hotel sits alongside the river, welcoming travelers with breakfast and dinner at Tweed Restaurant. The property offers garden views throughout, while guests can relax by the lobby fireplace or enjoy sunshine on the terrace.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AED 430
AED 516 total
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May

About this property

Dryburgh Abbey Hotel

  • Hotel by the river
  • Take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at Dryburgh Abbey Hotel. The on-site restaurant, Tweed Restaurant, offers breakfast, dinner, and garden views. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self parking
    • An elevator, wedding services, and meeting rooms
    • Coffee/tea in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and barbecue grills
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
    • Electric kettles, heating, and housekeeping

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM

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

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

2 total pets

Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Children up to the age of 6 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 35.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 35.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Dryburgh Abbey Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Dryburgh Abbey Hotel?

As of 23 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dryburgh Abbey Hotel on 28 May 2026 start from AED 430, 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dryburgh Abbey Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Dryburgh Abbey Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dryburgh Abbey Hotel located?

Situated on a river, this hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Dryburgh Abbey and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Scott's View. Smailholm Tower and Earlston Library are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 431 out of 877 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 320 out of 877 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 877 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 877 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 877 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Santino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful grounds and surrounding areas. Lovely friendly and welcoming staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Mathew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet riverside location and convenient for exploring the area around Melrose. Grand old building with plenty of character. Great breakfast with fine views and tasty food
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

HAUGE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent surroundings! Interior in need of some tlc.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Lauren

It was nice to be able to have dogs
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location, very friendly staff, great food and a comfortable stay. The property is a gem in the rough - the common areas present beautifully but the room was a bit tired (but still very comfy)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes good selection from Bar however some staff need to smile a bit often i feel they are there on sufference. My room was excellent however cold due to heaters on timers. Windows where absolutely filthy. On a positive note, front facing reception staff where excellent particularly Charlotte
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely character property with excellent food
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful property excellent location stunning food and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It's a beautiful place. The staff are very friendly and helpful and the whole experience is so relaxing and different.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Communication and information from the hotel very good, warmly greeted at check in. Very helpful and friendly staff, good breakfast choices and a nicely varied dinner menu in the restaurant, very well cooked using local produce. Lovely quiet country setting on the river Tweed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff were very helpful and friendly. Room was really clean, large and comfortable. We had a four poster bed.! There were several walks, one of which we did. We would like to return sometime.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location, comfortable room and bed, lovely food and very attentive staff. Tasty breakfast with a beautiful view
View having breakfast
Dryburgh Abbey right next door
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were great, very helpful and dog friendly. Beautiful building and gardens
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant staff, great location, majestic building
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

DR DOBBIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Super comfortable bed in a spacious room. Very clean and tidy. Lovely welcome and advice about the state of the footpaths in the area are very muddy, so we wore walking boots for our river walk to William Wallace monument and along the river bank.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic ambiance, beautiful surroundings, excellent service and food, beds very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Comfortable hotel, good sized room in a beautiful location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent quiet countryside retreat with friendly helpful staff and good facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely setting, friendly service. Relaxing, dog friendly stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet place, good parking, friendly staff, good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location, lounge, staff, food were great. The bed was terrible, very old mattress that dipped in the middle. Shower was almost inoperable with poor water flow and temperature. Other than it was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Lovely location and very spacious suite overlooking the River Tweed and also Dryburgh Abbey.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms spacious beds comfortable ensuite loots of room and effective shower. Road signs to hotel very lacking
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARLEEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
closer to the tweed river and the dryburgh abbey. lovely room, wonderful food, service and amazing location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First visit to this Hotel.Birthday treat weekend for my Wife. Will certainty return. Would be hard pressed to find a negative.The staff excelled.Food great .Parking spots abundant safe and pretty secure. Room nice.All in all a good choice for our weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025