Buccleuch Arms
US$153
/ night
Avg. for September
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US$153
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Buccleuch Arms average US$149 in the cheapest month (December) and US$153 in the most expensive month (September), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$151 |
| February | US$152 |
| March | US$152 |
| April | US$150 |
| May | US$151 |
| June | US$152 |
| July | US$150 |
| August | US$152 |
| September | US$153 |
| October | US$149 |
| November | US$149 |
| December | US$149 |
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Most expensive: September (~US$153)
Cheapest: December (~US$149)
About this property
Charming inn in Melrose with a restaurant, garden views, and complimentary breakfast served daily.
Location
Located in Melrose, Buccleuch Arms is in a rural area. Southern Upland Way - Section A Trailhead and Saint Cuthbert's Way reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Scott's View and Priorwood Garden. Woodside Garden Centre and Lauder Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
Parking
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Banquet facilities
Garden
Guest reviews
8
Very good
Based on 439 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
8%
Couple
51%
Family
20%
Group
17%
Solo
2%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Buccleuch Arms, travellers consistently praise the welcoming, friendly staff, while repeatedly noting that rooms feel dated and comfort can vary, with issues like heat, poor ventilation, and tired furnishings in some rooms.
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What guests think
At Buccleuch Arms, travellers consistently praise the welcoming, friendly staff, while repeatedly noting that rooms feel dated and comfort can vary, with issues like heat, poor ventilation, and tired furnishings in some rooms.
Cleanliness is mixed, with several guests finding rooms very clean but others reporting maintenance or cleanliness concerns such as stains, worn bathrooms, and a dirty skylight. Food is widely praised for quality, though breakfast can be greasy or slow when understaffed. The location suits road trips on the A68 and walkers near St Cuthbert’s Way, but the village has limited amenities and in room Wi‑Fi can be unreliable. Best for a traditional, no frills stopover.
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Facilities
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8
Christoph
8 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Nettes Hotel / Pub, etwas in die Jahre gekommen, freundliches Personal, gutes Frühstück
Nettes Hotel / Pub, etwas in die Jahre gekommen, freundliches Personal, gutes Frühstück
8
Alan
19 Oct 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
An old coaching inn presents its own challenges in the modern world.
An old coaching inn presents its own challenges in the modern world.
10
Tracey
15 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Gardens very well kept a pleasure to sit out and relax. Food very good, the ham hock terine starter was great. Sasha our waitress serving breakfast was really lovely, just a glow about her. The smoked salmon and scrambled eggs were lovely.
Gardens very well kept a pleasure to sit out and relax. Food very good, the ham hock terine starter was great. Sasha our waitress serving breakfast was really lovely, just a glow about her. The smoked salmon and scrambled eggs were lovely.
8
Jonathan
23 Oct 2022
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Stayed 1 night
The building is historic and has a nice ambiance. Our room was small but sufficient. My dinner (meat pie) was delicious.
The building is historic and has a nice ambiance. Our room was small but sufficient. My dinner (meat pie) was delicious.
10
Marcus
22 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
It was very nice and relaxing. The staff was great and the dining/bar were excellent!
It was very nice and relaxing. The staff was great and the dining/bar were excellent!
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Cleanliness
Several guests found rooms and public areas clean, but others noted issues like stained bedding and headboards, worn or cracked bathroom fixtures, and a dirty skylight.
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Elizabeth
22 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very helpful friendly staff but hotel so old its rooms need upgrading therefore didnt feel it was worth the money. Lovely place but nothing to do!! No pubs or shops!! Obviously not the hotels fault but beacuse of this felt alot of money for a mediocre (but very clean) room in a village where there is nothing!
Very helpful friendly staff but hotel so old its rooms need upgrading therefore didnt feel it was worth the money. Lovely place but nothing to do!! No pubs or shops!! Obviously not the hotels fault but beacuse of this felt alot of money for a mediocre (but very clean) room in a village where there is nothing!
8
timothy
11 Sept 2022
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Stayed 1 night
To say it's 4 star is a bit much probably struggling to get workers big crack in the bath some lights didn't work don't expect WiFi in your room it says it's wired who brings a wire with them !!!! Still a nice place to stay
To say it's 4 star is a bit much probably struggling to get workers big crack in the bath some lights didn't work don't expect WiFi in your room it says it's wired who brings a wire with them !!!! Still a nice place to stay
4
Tom
11 Feb 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were really pleasant and were not an issue. The room and hotel is massively outdated and not worth the money it is sold for. In my opinion it is falsely advertised The pictures looked nothing like our room. The bedding was a yellow colour. The headboard has sweat stains on it. The bath side/floor was rotted, the furniture was extremely outdated. Rooms were too hot, when opening window the extract from the kitchen entered the room. Light from the hallway lit the room all night Not a good experience
Staff were really pleasant and were not an issue. The room and hotel is massively outdated and not worth the money it is sold for. In my opinion it is falsely advertised The pictures looked nothing like our room. The bedding was a yellow colour. The headboard has sweat stains on it. The bath side/floor was rotted, the furniture was extremely outdated. Rooms were too hot, when opening window the extract from the kitchen entered the room. Light from the hallway lit the room all night Not a good experience
8
Alex
17 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Our room furnishing was basic but very clean and big enough for us and our 2 dogs. The water pressure in the shower wasn’t great but plenty of hot water. The staff were great and the food was excellent
Our room furnishing was basic but very clean and big enough for us and our 2 dogs. The water pressure in the shower wasn’t great but plenty of hot water. The staff were great and the food was excellent
10
Jon
28 May 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
Food was fabulous - breakfast superb and great dinners! Only slight suggestion - skylight in Room #19 very dirty - would have been great it is was clean. But that is just a minor element in what was overall a wonderful stay! Thank you!
Food was fabulous - breakfast superb and great dinners! Only slight suggestion - skylight in Room #19 very dirty - would have been great it is was clean. But that is just a minor element in what was overall a wonderful stay! Thank you!
6
Tina
14 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed for one night for a nearby wedding. The room was dated and tired, but clean. Breakfast took a while and wasn't great. There was only one waitress doing everything. The breakfast food quality wasn't great and everything was very greasy. I couldn't eat it.
We stayed for one night for a nearby wedding. The room was dated and tired, but clean. Breakfast took a while and wasn't great. There was only one waitress doing everything. The breakfast food quality wasn't great and everything was very greasy. I couldn't eat it.
6
Mair
22 Jan 2022
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Stayed 1 night
The property was a little bit more downmarket than i had CV remered it from 5 years ago
The property was a little bit more downmarket than i had CV remered it from 5 years ago
10
Fiona
3 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Fast Check in , warm friendly atmosphere from staff and locals , room spacious clean warm , food amazing
Fast Check in , warm friendly atmosphere from staff and locals , room spacious clean warm , food amazing
4
Charlene
15 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The building was clean and well kept… EXCEPT FOR THE ROOM! There was NO air circulation whatsoever! We reported it at supper and asked for a fan because the window was NOT OPENABLE not even a bit! We were told no fans available. We were NOT offered any compensation, not a different room, or money back. We were told that the room was reported unfit a couple of weeks before we were put in there. It should not be let out! We were in room 15 at top floor! NOT good when you have a dog to take out! I had always wanted to stay there but no more. This was during a heatwave of 20c at night! Food was GREAT, Service was friendly except for the ‘death trap’ they put us in and we are in our 70s! Hallway’s were cool due to open windows but we weren’t sleeping in the hall! JEYS were hard to fit and unlock the door from outside! Room was lovely. I wet a cold towel in cold water and used it like a blanket. My partner wool up every hour from the sweltering heat and no NO air circulation. It was like being in a concrete box! Breakfast was also Great! ABSOLUTELY NO COMPENSATION, NO CHANGE OF ROOM WAS OFFERED. I didn’t ask because I was waiting and expecting something to be offered! Even my little dog was struggling with the heat and no air circulation. I expected a pleasant night’s stay and almost booked two nights! So very GLAD I DIDN’T!!!
The building was clean and well kept… EXCEPT FOR THE ROOM! There was NO air circulation whatsoever! We reported it at supper and asked for a fan because the window was NOT OPENABLE not even a bit! We were told no fans available. We were NOT offered any compensation, not a different room, or money back. We were told that the room was reported unfit a couple of weeks before we were put in there. It should not be let out! We were in room 15 at top floor! NOT good when you have a dog to take out! I had always wanted to stay there but no more. This was during a heatwave of 20c at night! Food was GREAT, Service was friendly except for the ‘death trap’ they put us in and we are in our 70s! Hallway’s were cool due to open windows but we weren’t sleeping in the hall! JEYS were hard to fit and unlock the door from outside! Room was lovely. I wet a cold towel in cold water and used it like a blanket. My partner wool up every hour from the sweltering heat and no NO air circulation. It was like being in a concrete box! Breakfast was also Great! ABSOLUTELY NO COMPENSATION, NO CHANGE OF ROOM WAS OFFERED. I didn’t ask because I was waiting and expecting something to be offered! Even my little dog was struggling with the heat and no air circulation. I expected a pleasant night’s stay and almost booked two nights! So very GLAD I DIDN’T!!!
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Rooms
Rooms are dated and vary in size and condition; some are basic or small while others are more spacious. Comfort issues include overheating or drafts, limited ventilation or non opening windows, low shower pressure, unreliable in room Wi‑Fi, and light or smells from corridors or kitchen.
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Tom
11 Feb 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were really pleasant and were not an issue. The room and hotel is massively outdated and not worth the money it is sold for. In my opinion it is falsely advertised The pictures looked nothing like our room. The bedding was a yellow colour. The headboard has sweat stains on it. The bath side/floor was rotted, the furniture was extremely outdated. Rooms were too hot, when opening window the extract from the kitchen entered the room. Light from the hallway lit the room all night Not a good experience
Staff were really pleasant and were not an issue. The room and hotel is massively outdated and not worth the money it is sold for. In my opinion it is falsely advertised The pictures looked nothing like our room. The bedding was a yellow colour. The headboard has sweat stains on it. The bath side/floor was rotted, the furniture was extremely outdated. Rooms were too hot, when opening window the extract from the kitchen entered the room. Light from the hallway lit the room all night Not a good experience
6
Paul
29 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel is okay, but the rooms are old and could do with an update. The staff were very good and helpful. Be carful when you book this hotel, we actually wanted to be in the Buccleuch hotel in Moffatt, but booked this one instead, apparently a common mistake made by many.
This hotel is okay, but the rooms are old and could do with an update. The staff were very good and helpful. Be carful when you book this hotel, we actually wanted to be in the Buccleuch hotel in Moffatt, but booked this one instead, apparently a common mistake made by many.
8
Alex
17 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Our room furnishing was basic but very clean and big enough for us and our 2 dogs. The water pressure in the shower wasn’t great but plenty of hot water. The staff were great and the food was excellent
Our room furnishing was basic but very clean and big enough for us and our 2 dogs. The water pressure in the shower wasn’t great but plenty of hot water. The staff were great and the food was excellent
8
Heather
4 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I liked being able to have a hot bath. I prefer a bath to a shower. It suits me being beside the A68 - long journey north <-> south. I found the internet use very unreliable. Even downstairs where I was told it would work - that turned out to be only in the restaurant or standing at the foot of the stairs!
I liked being able to have a hot bath. I prefer a bath to a shower. It suits me being beside the A68 - long journey north <-> south. I found the internet use very unreliable. Even downstairs where I was told it would work - that turned out to be only in the restaurant or standing at the foot of the stairs!
4
Philippa
9 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We had the most awful bedroom and my friends paid the same amount and their room was bigger , brighter . Felt like army barracks , thoroughly disappointed
We had the most awful bedroom and my friends paid the same amount and their room was bigger , brighter . Felt like army barracks , thoroughly disappointed
6
Tina
14 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed for one night for a nearby wedding. The room was dated and tired, but clean. Breakfast took a while and wasn't great. There was only one waitress doing everything. The breakfast food quality wasn't great and everything was very greasy. I couldn't eat it.
We stayed for one night for a nearby wedding. The room was dated and tired, but clean. Breakfast took a while and wasn't great. There was only one waitress doing everything. The breakfast food quality wasn't great and everything was very greasy. I couldn't eat it.
8
Jonathan
23 Oct 2022
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Stayed 1 night
The building is historic and has a nice ambiance. Our room was small but sufficient. My dinner (meat pie) was delicious.
The building is historic and has a nice ambiance. Our room was small but sufficient. My dinner (meat pie) was delicious.
8
Des
26 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay Heating in bathroom would not turn off Made room so hot Staff really good and breakfast great
Great stay Heating in bathroom would not turn off Made room so hot Staff really good and breakfast great
6
Jonathan
19 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really helpful and friendly staff, but the room was POOR. Very tired room and hotel. I had a Guinness and a burger for dinner which was good. But the room was draughty and in poor condition. I slept in my socks and tracksuit bottoms!!! Breakfast was good but so uncomfortable as it was freezing room temperature. Do t be fooled by the official images in app for this hotel. They must have been taken years ago.
Really helpful and friendly staff, but the room was POOR. Very tired room and hotel. I had a Guinness and a burger for dinner which was good. But the room was draughty and in poor condition. I slept in my socks and tracksuit bottoms!!! Breakfast was good but so uncomfortable as it was freezing room temperature. Do t be fooled by the official images in app for this hotel. They must have been taken years ago.
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Charlene
15 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The building was clean and well kept… EXCEPT FOR THE ROOM! There was NO air circulation whatsoever! We reported it at supper and asked for a fan because the window was NOT OPENABLE not even a bit! We were told no fans available. We were NOT offered any compensation, not a different room, or money back. We were told that the room was reported unfit a couple of weeks before we were put in there. It should not be let out! We were in room 15 at top floor! NOT good when you have a dog to take out! I had always wanted to stay there but no more. This was during a heatwave of 20c at night! Food was GREAT, Service was friendly except for the ‘death trap’ they put us in and we are in our 70s! Hallway’s were cool due to open windows but we weren’t sleeping in the hall! JEYS were hard to fit and unlock the door from outside! Room was lovely. I wet a cold towel in cold water and used it like a blanket. My partner wool up every hour from the sweltering heat and no NO air circulation. It was like being in a concrete box! Breakfast was also Great! ABSOLUTELY NO COMPENSATION, NO CHANGE OF ROOM WAS OFFERED. I didn’t ask because I was waiting and expecting something to be offered! Even my little dog was struggling with the heat and no air circulation. I expected a pleasant night’s stay and almost booked two nights! So very GLAD I DIDN’T!!!
The building was clean and well kept… EXCEPT FOR THE ROOM! There was NO air circulation whatsoever! We reported it at supper and asked for a fan because the window was NOT OPENABLE not even a bit! We were told no fans available. We were NOT offered any compensation, not a different room, or money back. We were told that the room was reported unfit a couple of weeks before we were put in there. It should not be let out! We were in room 15 at top floor! NOT good when you have a dog to take out! I had always wanted to stay there but no more. This was during a heatwave of 20c at night! Food was GREAT, Service was friendly except for the ‘death trap’ they put us in and we are in our 70s! Hallway’s were cool due to open windows but we weren’t sleeping in the hall! JEYS were hard to fit and unlock the door from outside! Room was lovely. I wet a cold towel in cold water and used it like a blanket. My partner wool up every hour from the sweltering heat and no NO air circulation. It was like being in a concrete box! Breakfast was also Great! ABSOLUTELY NO COMPENSATION, NO CHANGE OF ROOM WAS OFFERED. I didn’t ask because I was waiting and expecting something to be offered! Even my little dog was struggling with the heat and no air circulation. I expected a pleasant night’s stay and almost booked two nights! So very GLAD I DIDN’T!!!
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Service
Staff are frequently described as friendly, welcoming, and helpful, with quick check in and thoughtful gestures. A few guests reported slow or indifferent service and a lack of assistance or remedies when problems occurred.
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Lynn
10 Jul 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely hotel with a lot of character. Polite and friendly staff. Will stay again.
Lovely hotel with a lot of character. Polite and friendly staff. Will stay again.
4
Alexander
7 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Stayed for 2 nights. Both of us infirm but no offer of help with luggage. Breakfasts were average. We had one dinner but it was not very good. Wouldn’t recommend the food. Only a skylight in our room so no view other than sky. 1 waitress was very cheery and helpful, the rest gave the impression that they were doing a job without much enthusiasm.
Stayed for 2 nights. Both of us infirm but no offer of help with luggage. Breakfasts were average. We had one dinner but it was not very good. Wouldn’t recommend the food. Only a skylight in our room so no view other than sky. 1 waitress was very cheery and helpful, the rest gave the impression that they were doing a job without much enthusiasm.
8
Sarah
31 Dec 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Splendid staff .Warm welcome . Delicious food.
Splendid staff .Warm welcome . Delicious food.
8
Alex
17 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Our room furnishing was basic but very clean and big enough for us and our 2 dogs. The water pressure in the shower wasn’t great but plenty of hot water. The staff were great and the food was excellent
Our room furnishing was basic but very clean and big enough for us and our 2 dogs. The water pressure in the shower wasn’t great but plenty of hot water. The staff were great and the food was excellent
6
Tina
14 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed for one night for a nearby wedding. The room was dated and tired, but clean. Breakfast took a while and wasn't great. There was only one waitress doing everything. The breakfast food quality wasn't great and everything was very greasy. I couldn't eat it.
We stayed for one night for a nearby wedding. The room was dated and tired, but clean. Breakfast took a while and wasn't great. There was only one waitress doing everything. The breakfast food quality wasn't great and everything was very greasy. I couldn't eat it.
8
Hazel
4 Nov 2022
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Stayed 1 night
We have to say, that there were a few minor things, as in we wanted a twin room and initially got a king room. I don't know his name but the whole team were so lovely, responded quickly in providing complimentary drinks even when we hadn't complained. We thought that your team were exceptional.. thank you
We have to say, that there were a few minor things, as in we wanted a twin room and initially got a king room. I don't know his name but the whole team were so lovely, responded quickly in providing complimentary drinks even when we hadn't complained. We thought that your team were exceptional.. thank you
8
Daniel
18 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely place to stay and all the staff so helpful
Lovely place to stay and all the staff so helpful
10
Rebecca
2 Apr 2024
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Stayed 8 nights
Very friendly with excellent service
Very friendly with excellent service
10
Fiona
3 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Fast Check in , warm friendly atmosphere from staff and locals , room spacious clean warm , food amazing
Fast Check in , warm friendly atmosphere from staff and locals , room spacious clean warm , food amazing
4
Charlene
15 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The building was clean and well kept… EXCEPT FOR THE ROOM! There was NO air circulation whatsoever! We reported it at supper and asked for a fan because the window was NOT OPENABLE not even a bit! We were told no fans available. We were NOT offered any compensation, not a different room, or money back. We were told that the room was reported unfit a couple of weeks before we were put in there. It should not be let out! We were in room 15 at top floor! NOT good when you have a dog to take out! I had always wanted to stay there but no more. This was during a heatwave of 20c at night! Food was GREAT, Service was friendly except for the ‘death trap’ they put us in and we are in our 70s! Hallway’s were cool due to open windows but we weren’t sleeping in the hall! JEYS were hard to fit and unlock the door from outside! Room was lovely. I wet a cold towel in cold water and used it like a blanket. My partner wool up every hour from the sweltering heat and no NO air circulation. It was like being in a concrete box! Breakfast was also Great! ABSOLUTELY NO COMPENSATION, NO CHANGE OF ROOM WAS OFFERED. I didn’t ask because I was waiting and expecting something to be offered! Even my little dog was struggling with the heat and no air circulation. I expected a pleasant night’s stay and almost booked two nights! So very GLAD I DIDN’T!!!
The building was clean and well kept… EXCEPT FOR THE ROOM! There was NO air circulation whatsoever! We reported it at supper and asked for a fan because the window was NOT OPENABLE not even a bit! We were told no fans available. We were NOT offered any compensation, not a different room, or money back. We were told that the room was reported unfit a couple of weeks before we were put in there. It should not be let out! We were in room 15 at top floor! NOT good when you have a dog to take out! I had always wanted to stay there but no more. This was during a heatwave of 20c at night! Food was GREAT, Service was friendly except for the ‘death trap’ they put us in and we are in our 70s! Hallway’s were cool due to open windows but we weren’t sleeping in the hall! JEYS were hard to fit and unlock the door from outside! Room was lovely. I wet a cold towel in cold water and used it like a blanket. My partner wool up every hour from the sweltering heat and no NO air circulation. It was like being in a concrete box! Breakfast was also Great! ABSOLUTELY NO COMPENSATION, NO CHANGE OF ROOM WAS OFFERED. I didn’t ask because I was waiting and expecting something to be offered! Even my little dog was struggling with the heat and no air circulation. I expected a pleasant night’s stay and almost booked two nights! So very GLAD I DIDN’T!!!
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Location
Convenient for A68 road trips and access to St Cuthbert’s Way, in a quiet village setting. Several guests noted limited nearby pubs or shops but praised the surrounding area.
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Elizabeth
22 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very helpful friendly staff but hotel so old its rooms need upgrading therefore didnt feel it was worth the money. Lovely place but nothing to do!! No pubs or shops!! Obviously not the hotels fault but beacuse of this felt alot of money for a mediocre (but very clean) room in a village where there is nothing!
Very helpful friendly staff but hotel so old its rooms need upgrading therefore didnt feel it was worth the money. Lovely place but nothing to do!! No pubs or shops!! Obviously not the hotels fault but beacuse of this felt alot of money for a mediocre (but very clean) room in a village where there is nothing!
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Donna
26 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Quiet, friendly old road house. The staff were helpful and made you feel welcomed. Breakfast and dinner were both excellent. Would come back again. If you have time St. Cuthbert’s Way hike is close by and is a beautiful walk along the river, especially in May.
Quiet, friendly old road house. The staff were helpful and made you feel welcomed. Breakfast and dinner were both excellent. Would come back again. If you have time St. Cuthbert’s Way hike is close by and is a beautiful walk along the river, especially in May.
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LISA
22 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Food was excellent, staff very friendly and welcoming. Room was as requested. Lovely part of the UK.
Food was excellent, staff very friendly and welcoming. Room was as requested. Lovely part of the UK.
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Heather
4 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I liked being able to have a hot bath. I prefer a bath to a shower. It suits me being beside the A68 - long journey north <-> south. I found the internet use very unreliable. Even downstairs where I was told it would work - that turned out to be only in the restaurant or standing at the foot of the stairs!
I liked being able to have a hot bath. I prefer a bath to a shower. It suits me being beside the A68 - long journey north <-> south. I found the internet use very unreliable. Even downstairs where I was told it would work - that turned out to be only in the restaurant or standing at the foot of the stairs!
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Dining
Food and breakfasts receive strong praise for quality and taste, with many enjoying dinners. Some guests, however, found breakfast greasy or slow at times and a few dinners underwhelming.
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CHRISTOPHER
1 Jun 2022
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Stayed 1 night
I’ve stayed here twice now. The reason I go back is the food! Rooms are OK but restaurant and breakfast are very good.
I’ve stayed here twice now. The reason I go back is the food! Rooms are OK but restaurant and breakfast are very good.
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Donna
26 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Quiet, friendly old road house. The staff were helpful and made you feel welcomed. Breakfast and dinner were both excellent. Would come back again. If you have time St. Cuthbert’s Way hike is close by and is a beautiful walk along the river, especially in May.
Quiet, friendly old road house. The staff were helpful and made you feel welcomed. Breakfast and dinner were both excellent. Would come back again. If you have time St. Cuthbert’s Way hike is close by and is a beautiful walk along the river, especially in May.
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Alexander
7 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Stayed for 2 nights. Both of us infirm but no offer of help with luggage. Breakfasts were average. We had one dinner but it was not very good. Wouldn’t recommend the food. Only a skylight in our room so no view other than sky. 1 waitress was very cheery and helpful, the rest gave the impression that they were doing a job without much enthusiasm.
Stayed for 2 nights. Both of us infirm but no offer of help with luggage. Breakfasts were average. We had one dinner but it was not very good. Wouldn’t recommend the food. Only a skylight in our room so no view other than sky. 1 waitress was very cheery and helpful, the rest gave the impression that they were doing a job without much enthusiasm.
8
Sarah
31 Dec 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Splendid staff .Warm welcome . Delicious food.
Splendid staff .Warm welcome . Delicious food.
8
Geoffrey
28 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent food Great quality locally sourced
Excellent food Great quality locally sourced
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Alex
17 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Our room furnishing was basic but very clean and big enough for us and our 2 dogs. The water pressure in the shower wasn’t great but plenty of hot water. The staff were great and the food was excellent
Our room furnishing was basic but very clean and big enough for us and our 2 dogs. The water pressure in the shower wasn’t great but plenty of hot water. The staff were great and the food was excellent
10
Tracey
15 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Gardens very well kept a pleasure to sit out and relax. Food very good, the ham hock terine starter was great. Sasha our waitress serving breakfast was really lovely, just a glow about her. The smoked salmon and scrambled eggs were lovely.
Gardens very well kept a pleasure to sit out and relax. Food very good, the ham hock terine starter was great. Sasha our waitress serving breakfast was really lovely, just a glow about her. The smoked salmon and scrambled eggs were lovely.
10
Jon
28 May 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
Food was fabulous - breakfast superb and great dinners! Only slight suggestion - skylight in Room #19 very dirty - would have been great it is was clean. But that is just a minor element in what was overall a wonderful stay! Thank you!
Food was fabulous - breakfast superb and great dinners! Only slight suggestion - skylight in Room #19 very dirty - would have been great it is was clean. But that is just a minor element in what was overall a wonderful stay! Thank you!
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Tina
14 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed for one night for a nearby wedding. The room was dated and tired, but clean. Breakfast took a while and wasn't great. There was only one waitress doing everything. The breakfast food quality wasn't great and everything was very greasy. I couldn't eat it.
We stayed for one night for a nearby wedding. The room was dated and tired, but clean. Breakfast took a while and wasn't great. There was only one waitress doing everything. The breakfast food quality wasn't great and everything was very greasy. I couldn't eat it.
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Fiona
3 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Fast Check in , warm friendly atmosphere from staff and locals , room spacious clean warm , food amazing
Fast Check in , warm friendly atmosphere from staff and locals , room spacious clean warm , food amazing
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Marion
28 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Room very basic limited light due to skylight window. Booked for dinner only to find no table available in dining room despite the booking
Room very basic limited light due to skylight window. Booked for dinner only to find no table available in dining room despite the booking
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Roger
9 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Needs a slight upgrade and a good clean there were cobwebs in our room the chairs at breakfast had cobwebs on the leg spindles public toilets to bar area not the best the food at breakfast and evening meal were very pleasant the gardens were well kept and a pleasure to sit in .
Needs a slight upgrade and a good clean there were cobwebs in our room the chairs at breakfast had cobwebs on the leg spindles public toilets to bar area not the best the food at breakfast and evening meal were very pleasant the gardens were well kept and a pleasure to sit in .
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Antoinette
5 Jul 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Super helpful and friendly staff. Delicious breakfast with lots of choices (loved the porridge). Dinner was also top notch. Comfy beds.
Super helpful and friendly staff. Delicious breakfast with lots of choices (loved the porridge). Dinner was also top notch. Comfy beds.
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Tom
11 Feb 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were really pleasant and were not an issue. The room and hotel is massively outdated and not worth the money it is sold for. In my opinion it is falsely advertised The pictures looked nothing like our room. The bedding was a yellow colour. The headboard has sweat stains on it. The bath side/floor was rotted, the furniture was extremely outdated. Rooms were too hot, when opening window the extract from the kitchen entered the room. Light from the hallway lit the room all night Not a good experience
Staff were really pleasant and were not an issue. The room and hotel is massively outdated and not worth the money it is sold for. In my opinion it is falsely advertised The pictures looked nothing like our room. The bedding was a yellow colour. The headboard has sweat stains on it. The bath side/floor was rotted, the furniture was extremely outdated. Rooms were too hot, when opening window the extract from the kitchen entered the room. Light from the hallway lit the room all night Not a good experience
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Sarah
31 Dec 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Splendid staff .Warm welcome . Delicious food.
Splendid staff .Warm welcome . Delicious food.
Property policies
Check-in
Check-out
From 14:00 to 22:00
Before 11:00
FAQs about Buccleuch Arms
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free parking is available on-site, although it is limited.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary full breakfast is served daily. Specific serving hours are not provided.
Are pets allowed at the property?
Yes, pets are allowed with a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from this fee.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 to 22:00, and check-out is by 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but specific costs are not mentioned.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details about room accessibility are not provided.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Melrose, in a rural area, close to attractions like Scott's View and Woodside Garden Centre. It is also near hiking/biking trails and fishing opportunities.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are welcome at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
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- 2026-09-21: 182.56628349151612USD
- 2026-09-22: 177.49147732292175USD
- 2026-09-23: 179.50876846229554USD
- 2026-09-24: 177.27177585639956USD
- 2026-09-25: 182.56628349151612USD
- 2026-09-26: 180.30770705062866USD
- 2026-09-27: 176.4832393297577USD
- 2026-09-28: 182.56628349151612USD
- 2026-09-29: 182.77118815818787USD
- 2026-09-30: 181.22647313667298USD
- 2026-10-01: 182.56628349151612USD
- 2026-10-02: 182.56628349151612USD
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- 2026-10-04: 187.08859310234072USD
- 2026-10-05: 176.56865319236758USD
- 2026-10-06: 182.56628349151612USD
- 2026-10-07: 171.45259319137574USD
- 2026-10-08: 175.23451346740723USD
- 2026-10-09: 173.80570966484072USD
- 2026-10-10: 175.739589382782USD
- 2026-10-11: 167.3950448616028USD
- 2026-10-12: 171.45259319137574USD
- 2026-10-13: 167.3950448616028USD
- 2026-10-14: 167.3950448616028USD
- 2026-10-15: 173.80570966484072USD
- 2026-10-16: 167.6946490473175USD
- 2026-10-17: 174.914938032074USD
- 2026-10-18: 169.58211820381166USD
- 2026-10-19: 171.45259319137574USD
- 2026-10-20: 163.64009551895143USD
- 2026-10-21: 171.15001192497255USD
- 2026-10-22: 163.9297052194977USD
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- 2026-10-25: 163.64009551895143USD
- 2026-10-26: 169.57281482666016USD
- 2026-10-27: 175.23451346740723USD
- 2026-10-28: 180.8082287413788USD
- 2026-10-29: 167.3950448616028USD
- 2026-10-30: 174.914938032074USD
- 2026-10-31: 167.3950448616028USD
- 2026-11-01: 163.64009551895143USD
- 2026-11-02: 171.15001192497255USD
- 2026-11-03: 167.6946490473175USD
- 2026-11-04: 173.80570966484072USD
- 2026-11-05: 173.34591018493654USD
- 2026-11-06: 171.45259319137574USD
- 2026-11-07: 167.3950448616028USD
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