The Best Hotels Closest to Melrose Abbey in Melrose for 2026

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a wall with floral wallpaper.

A fireplace with a fire, a mirror above it, and two red books on the mantel.

A traditional white building with black trim, labeled "Burt's Hotel," featuring multiple windows with flower boxes and a signboard.

A dining area with tables set for a meal, featuring white tablecloths, glassware, and small vases with flowers.

1. Burts Hotel

0.2 km from Melrose Abbey

Lorna

AED 649

AED 778 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a small table, and a TV.

An outdoor seating area with picnic tables and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and stone buildings.

A room with two plaid armchairs, a small round table, and a patterned carpet.

A reception desk with a wooden counter, a computer, and a sign indicating 'CASH ONLY'.

2. George and Abbotsford Hotel

0.2 km from Melrose Abbey

Walter

AED 361

AED 433 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A large estate with a river, green fields, and a historic building.

Two people sitting at a wooden table by a river, with a wooden fence in the foreground.

A tiered dessert stand with various pastries and sandwiches, a teapot, and a cup of coffee on a table with a placemat.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

3. Dryburgh Abbey Hotel

4.8 km from Melrose Abbey

June

AED 415

AED 498 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A neatly made bed with a headboard, a wooden wardrobe, and bedside tables with lamps.

A room with a fireplace, two upholstered chairs, a small table, and framed photographs on the wall.

A view through a window with a grid pattern, featuring a landscape with trees and a hill in the distance.

A cozy room with a fireplace, wooden flooring, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

4. Cross Keys Inn

18.8 km from Melrose Abbey

Jeff

AED 460

AED 552 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

A neatly made bed with two pillows and two bedside lamps, a wooden headboard, and a window with curtains.

A room with a large window, a door with a push bar, a framed map on the wall, and a black and white mural depicting historical figures.

A cafe sign, a framed notice, a pull door, and a red bowl on a counter.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a telephone, a signboard, a staircase, and a plant.

5. The Royal Hotel

17 km from Melrose Abbey

Mr Harish

AED 358

AED 429 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A garden pathway with a stone wall on one side and a wooden fence on the other, surrounded by lush greenery and various plants.

A stone building with a balcony, surrounded by greenery and a gravel path with outdoor seating.

A stone building with a large driveway and a wooden fence.

A cozy room with a patterned carpet, wooden furniture, a fireplace, and a bookshelf.

6. Mansfield House Hotel

18.8 km from Melrose Abbey

John

AED 600

AED 720 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a wooden dresser, and a patterned carpet in a room with large windows and curtains.

A dining area with tables and chairs, a window with decorative glass panes, and a door leading to another room.

A staircase with wooden railings and green carpeted steps.

A large, stone building with multiple chimneys and a sloped roof, surrounded by trees and a stone wall.

7. The Glen Guesthouse

10.1 km from Melrose Abbey

Rick

AED 532

AED 639 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A house with a garage, a driveway, and a bench outside.

A dining table with food and drinks, a window with a view of a golf course, and a sofa with a pillow.

A golf course with a flag at the tee, surrounded by grass and trees.

A dining area with a view of a golf course, a table with food and drinks, and a bench with a pillow.

8. Roxburghe Cottages, Part of Destination by Hyatt

16.3 km from Melrose Abbey

Robert

AED 802

AED 963 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A stone building with multiple windows and a garden with various plants and flowers.

A cozy living room with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table, featuring a skylight and a view of the outdoors.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a vase with flowers, and a window with curtains.

A stone building with multiple windows, a covered patio area with chairs and a table, and a garden with purple flowers and a red flower pot.

9. The Old Priory Guesthouse

18 km from Melrose Abbey

Graham

AED 602

AED 722 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A stone building with a window and a door, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.

A brick building with a well-maintained lawn, picnic tables, and a variety of shrubs and trees.

A bar area with a counter, stools, and shelves stocked with various bottles.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a bookshelf, and two armchairs.

10. Buccleuch Arms

5.5 km from Melrose Abbey

Matthew

AED 489

AED 587 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A stone building with multiple windows and a central entrance.

A dining area with two tables, chairs, a clock, and a wall clock.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a dresser, a chair, and a mirror.

A garden bed with yellow daffodils and green foliage.

11. Inglestone House

17.9 km from Melrose Abbey

Charles

AED 608

AED 729 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A conservatory with a glass roof, surrounded by a gravel path and lit lanterns, leading to a building with a stone facade.

A woman sitting at a bar with a wine glass, surrounded by bottles and glasses.

A spa area with reclining chairs and a pool.

A modern spa area with large windows, wicker lounge chairs, and a small table with a drink and fruit.

12. Schloss Roxburghe Golf Resort, Part of Destination by Hyatt

16.3 km from Melrose Abbey

Brian

AED 1,046

AED 1,255 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A stone building with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a well-maintained garden with flowers.

A room with a fireplace, plaid carpet, a round table, and a door with a window.

A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a well-maintained lawn.

A spacious living room with a large mirror, comfortable seating, and a fireplace.

13. Ednam House Hotel

17.9 km from Melrose Abbey

Andrew

AED 377

AED 452 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

A restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, some with plates and cups.

A cozy interior with a wooden floor, stone wall accents, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a seating area with sofas.

A two-story building with a sign reading "Colley Hotel."

14. The County Hotel

9.5 km from Melrose Abbey

Amy

AED 341

AED 341 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A historic building with a central dome and clock tower, surrounded by cobblestone streets and traditional architecture.

A street view with parked cars, a building with 'home helps' signage, and a shop named 'A Hume'.

A building with three storefronts: The Home Bakery Rothbury, The Central Guest House, and Central Baguette.

A living room with a fireplace, a television, a sofa, and a coffee table.

15. The Central Guest House

17.9 km from Melrose Abbey

Paul

AED 360

AED 432 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A large stone building with multiple windows and a central entrance.

A memorial with a statue, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with colorful flowers and a bench.

A dining area with a round table, four chairs, and a central plant.

A playground with a castle play structure, swings, and a slide.

16. Lovely 2- Bed Apartment in Hawick

19.4 km from Melrose Abbey

AED 939

AED 1,160 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A cozy living room with a leather sofa, a wooden table, a TV, and a wood-burning stove.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a window with a view of a fence, and a painting of cows on the wall.

A wooden door with a small window, a bench with a cushion, and a wall-mounted shelf with hooks.

A stone building with a sloped roof and a paved driveway.

17. The Old Byre

17 km from Melrose Abbey

AED 2,130

AED 2,555 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Melrose Abbey

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Burts Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 333 reviews	View
George and Abbotsford Hotel	8.0 Very good 505 reviews	View
Dryburgh Abbey Hotel	8.8 Excellent 986 reviews	View
Cross Keys Inn	9.6 Exceptional 58 reviews	View
The Royal Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 127 reviews	View

Top Melrose Abbey Hotel Reviews

Best Western Kings Manor Hotel

8/10 Good

"Very helpful friendly staff"

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

8/10 Good

"Great location, accommodated early arrival times on both occasions, very clean. Quick 20 mins to airport. Will stay again."

Market Street Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect place to stay to enjoy both Old town and New town. Clean hotel with attentive and friendly staff!"

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location! Can get around either walking or taking public transportation. The staff was amazing as well."

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, parking is challenging, nice staff,"

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

8/10 Good

"There are comfy hangout areas and great restaurants within the hotel."

The Scott

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, very clean and quiet."

Dalhousie Castle

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay at Dalhousie was wonderful! We really enjoyed the property, our room was cozy and comfortable. Breakfast, lunch and dinner options were wonderful. One of our favorite stays on our 10 day trip around Scotland."

The Abbey Residence

8/10 Good

"Clean room, well behaved staff, good amenities. My room was very spacious with a reasonable price. Breakfast was really good served with hot and cold drinks."

Other attractions near Melrose Abbey

Saint Cuthbert's Way

9.0/10 (11 reviews)

You can take time to visit Saint Cuthbert's Way during your travels to Melrose. While in this culturally rich area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Priorwood Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Priorwood Garden, a lovely green space in Melrose. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Harmony Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Harmony Garden, a lovely green space in Melrose. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Trimontium Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Trimontium Museum during your trip to Melrose. While in this culturally rich area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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The Greenyards

Catch an event at The Greenyards during your trip to Melrose. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Southern Upland Way - Section A Trailhead

8.4/10 (6 reviews)

You can take time to visit Southern Upland Way - Section A Trailhead during your travels to Gattonside. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

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Waverley Line

10.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the local history of Galashiels when you take a trip to Waverley Line. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Melrose Abbey?

Melrose Abbey is located in a welcoming area of Melrose known for its beautiful river views and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 44 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Melrose Abbey?

Dalhousie Castle is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and free breakfast. You'll find it 23 mi (37 km) from Melrose Abbey. Other good choices around the area include The Abbey Residence and Best Western Kings Manor Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Melrose Abbey?

Expedia has 44 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Melrose Abbey.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Melrose Abbey, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Melrose Abbey.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Melrose Abbey?

To find more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Melrose Abbey, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Melrose Abbey?

While you're exploring, swing by Waverley Line, Abbotsford The Home Of Sir Walter Scott, and Dryburgh Abbey to learn a bit about the area. Spend some time wandering around Bank Street Gardens, Priorwood Garden, and Harmony Garden. Explore nature at Saint Cuthbert's Way and Southern Upland Way - Section A Trailhead.

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Our top choices for Melrose Abbey hotels

1. Burts Hotel

2. George and Abbotsford Hotel

3. Dryburgh Abbey Hotel

4. Cross Keys Inn

5. The Royal Hotel

6. Mansfield House Hotel

7. The Glen Guesthouse

8. Roxburghe Cottages, Part of Destination by Hyatt

9. The Old Priory Guesthouse

10. Buccleuch Arms

11. Inglestone House

12. Schloss Roxburghe Golf Resort, Part of Destination by Hyatt

13. Ednam House Hotel

14. The County Hotel

15. The Central Guest House

16. Lovely 2- Bed Apartment in Hawick

17. The Old Byre

Compare popular hotels close to Melrose Abbey

Top Melrose Abbey Hotel Reviews

Best Western Kings Manor Hotel

Apex City of Edinburgh Hotel

Market Street Hotel

Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh by The Unlimited Collection

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

Virgin Hotels Edinburgh

The Scott

Dalhousie Castle

The Abbey Residence

Other attractions near Melrose Abbey

Saint Cuthbert's Way

Priorwood Garden

Harmony Garden

Trimontium Museum

The Greenyards

Southern Upland Way - Section A Trailhead

Waverley Line

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