Elphinstone Hotel
$123
/ night
Avg. for October
Prices for Elphinstone Hotel
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$123
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Elphinstone Hotel average $114 in December, the cheapest month, and $150 in July, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $123 |
| February | $125 |
| March | $127 |
| April | $139 |
| May | $149 |
| June | $146 |
| July | $150 |
| August | $146 |
| September | $142 |
| October | $123 |
| November | $119 |
| December | $114 |
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About this property
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services.
Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services.
Business amenities
Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
At The Elphinstone Hotel, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary breakfast is included.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 12 guestrooms.
Location
With a stay at The Elphinstone Hotel in Biggar, you'll be 28.3 mi (45.6 km) from Royal Mile and 28.3 mi (45.6 km) from Edinburgh Castle. This hotel is 27.8 mi (44.7 km) from Grassmarket and 28.1 mi (45.2 km) from Princes Street.
What's nearby
Neidpath Castle(17.1 miles)
Five Sisters Zoo(19.8 miles)
Livingston Designer Outlet(22.4 miles)
Rosslyn Chapel(23 miles)
Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facility(24.6 miles)
Traquair House(24.6 miles)
Napier University(26.2 miles)
Heriot-Watt University(26.8 miles)
Dalmahoy Golf Course(26.8 miles)
Dalhousie Castle(26.8 miles)
Strathclyde Country Park(27 miles)
Edinburgh Corn Exchange(27.1 miles)
Edinburgh International Climbing Arena Ratho(27.5 miles)
Royal Lyceum Theatre(27.6 miles)
Edinburgh International Conference Centre(27.6 miles)
The preferred airport for The Elphinstone Hotel is Edinburgh Airport (EDI)(32.4 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Banquet Facilities
Cycling
Location
145 High Street, Biggar, Scotland, United Kingdom
Neidpath Castle (17.1 miles)
Five Sisters Zoo (19.8 miles)
Livingston Designer Outlet (22.4 miles)
Rosslyn Chapel (23 miles)
Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facility (24.6 miles)
Traquair House (24.6 miles)
Room options
3
Quadruple Room, Ensuite (Family)
Room details
1 Full Bed
and 1 Twin Bed
Sleeps 4
Wi-Fi (Free)
1
Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Ensuite
Room details
1 Twin Bed
Private Bathroom
2
Double Room, Ensuite
Room details
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
Private Bathroom
1
Twin Room, Ensuite
Room details
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
Wi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
2
Double Room, Ensuite (Small)
Room details
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of Elphinstone Hotel
8.5
Very good
Based on 423 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
15%
Couple
40%
Family
26%
Group
14%
Solo
3%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across recent stays at Elphinstone Hotel, guests consistently highlight warm, helpful service and a central Biggar location, while room quality varies between refurbished and comfortable to occasionally small or dated, reflecting an older property with character and some quirks.
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What guests think
Across recent stays at Elphinstone Hotel, guests consistently highlight warm, helpful service and a central Biggar location, while room quality varies between refurbished and comfortable to occasionally small or dated, reflecting an older property with character and some quirks.
Breakfast and restaurant meals earn strong praise for quality and generous portions, with gluten free options noted. Access can be challenging due to stairs and no lift, and parking around the square is limited. Rooms are generally clean, though some common areas feel worn and one refurbishment period caused dusty back-stair routes. Expect friendly hospitality and solid value in a traditional, centrally located inn.
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Facilities
Older property with stairs and no lift, which can be difficult for those with mobility needs. Parking near the town square is limited.
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8
John
Apr 16, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
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
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
6
Stee
Jan 13, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The stairs are a huge problem if anyone has any difficulty in walking or climbing. Lack of room numbers to point you in the direction of your room. I was confused by the fire door sign on the door and thought i could not enter so spent ages trying to find my room whilst struggling with the stairs until I was refused by a delightful young staff member who carried. my luggage to my room.
The stairs are a huge problem if anyone has any difficulty in walking or climbing. Lack of room numbers to point you in the direction of your room. I was confused by the fire door sign on the door and thought i could not enter so spent ages trying to find my room whilst struggling with the stairs until I was refused by a delightful young staff member who carried. my luggage to my room.
8
Simone
Feb 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff and food were fantastic. The hotel was being refurbished, but we were not informed about it, until we arrived. It involved, quite a convoluted detour around back stairs to get to our room, and those areas were very dusty. On the plus side, they did give a small discount as redress, but I felt it was still very overpriced for the stay.
The staff and food were fantastic. The hotel was being refurbished, but we were not informed about it, until we arrived. It involved, quite a convoluted detour around back stairs to get to our room, and those areas were very dusty. On the plus side, they did give a small discount as redress, but I felt it was still very overpriced for the stay.
10
Kara
May 21, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic wee hotel and the staff are all superb. It’s right in the heart of Biggar so an ideal location for the surrounding wedding venues. It definitely feels like a warm family run business that cares about their guests well-being. Breakfast was pre ordered and freshly served after your teas and coffees. My only say would be, plan ahead of your visiting as parking is limited with it being a town square. Will definitely be booking in again!
Fantastic wee hotel and the staff are all superb. It’s right in the heart of Biggar so an ideal location for the surrounding wedding venues. It definitely feels like a warm family run business that cares about their guests well-being. Breakfast was pre ordered and freshly served after your teas and coffees. My only say would be, plan ahead of your visiting as parking is limited with it being a town square. Will definitely be booking in again!
8
Caroline
Aug 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
10
A
Feb 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Cleanliness
Rooms and bathrooms are usually clean, with some newly updated bathrooms noted. Some report worn or dirty stair carpets, and one stay coincided with dusty back stair areas during works, plus an occasional stale smoke smell.
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8
John
Apr 16, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
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
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
4
Judith
Aug 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
10
Susan
Apr 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great accommodation but slightly worn
Great accommodation but slightly worn
10
Richard
Jun 5, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel very central lovely family run hotel rooms very clean and staff very friendly.
Hotel very central lovely family run hotel rooms very clean and staff very friendly.
8
Simone
Feb 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff and food were fantastic. The hotel was being refurbished, but we were not informed about it, until we arrived. It involved, quite a convoluted detour around back stairs to get to our room, and those areas were very dusty. On the plus side, they did give a small discount as redress, but I felt it was still very overpriced for the stay.
The staff and food were fantastic. The hotel was being refurbished, but we were not informed about it, until we arrived. It involved, quite a convoluted detour around back stairs to get to our room, and those areas were very dusty. On the plus side, they did give a small discount as redress, but I felt it was still very overpriced for the stay.
10
Patrick
Jul 22, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Great staff, clean room and fantastic food. The breakfast in particular was exceptional. But be warned, the portions are huge. All in all, a quaint little hotel that offers service well above its price band
Great staff, clean room and fantastic food. The breakfast in particular was exceptional. But be warned, the portions are huge. All in all, a quaint little hotel that offers service well above its price band
8
Caroline
Aug 9, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
8
Emily
Nov 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It was clean ,tidy ,staff were very helpful especially with taxi's, ver
It was clean ,tidy ,staff were very helpful especially with taxi's, ver
10
Margaret
Aug 30, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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
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
10
Laura
Sep 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Rooms
Generally comfortable, with some refurbished rooms and modern showers, and sizes ranging from small and cosy to spacious. A few drawbacks include dated decor in places, very soft beds for some, and at least one room without a window.
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Robert
Jul 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Adequate for an overnight stay. rooms small but comfortable
Adequate for an overnight stay. rooms small but comfortable
8
John
Apr 16, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
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
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
8
Florin
Jul 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Staff very nice and helpful. Not window in the room ,feeling a bit out of air.
Staff very nice and helpful. Not window in the room ,feeling a bit out of air.
10
Susan
Apr 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great accommodation but slightly worn
Great accommodation but slightly worn
10
Eileen
Sep 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Had a lovely overnight stay here. I arrived early as I was attending a wedding and was able to access my room no problem to get ready. Room has recently been re-furbished and is beautiful. The staff are very friendly and helpful and the breakfast is good too. I would have no hesitation in returning.
Had a lovely overnight stay here. I arrived early as I was attending a wedding and was able to access my room no problem to get ready. Room has recently been re-furbished and is beautiful. The staff are very friendly and helpful and the breakfast is good too. I would have no hesitation in returning.
10
Gillian
Jul 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Breakfast was really good, spacious room & comfy bed
Breakfast was really good, spacious room & comfy bed
8
Caroline
Aug 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
8
Heidi
Oct 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Spacious , comfortable stay and brakfast was lovely.
Spacious , comfortable stay and brakfast was lovely.
10
daniel
Dec 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely room and amazing shower. Staff very friendly. Went above and beyond to help us with requests. Weather was terrible and gave us a lift to train station afterwards. Top place top people. Lovely food
Lovely room and amazing shower. Staff very friendly. Went above and beyond to help us with requests. Weather was terrible and gave us a lift to train station afterwards. Top place top people. Lovely food
10
Laura
Sep 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Service
Service is widely praised as friendly and helpful, with staff going above and beyond and accommodating early or late arrangements. A few lapses are noted, such as miscommunications about key collection and no help with luggage.
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Judith
Aug 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
10
Eileen
Sep 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Had a lovely overnight stay here. I arrived early as I was attending a wedding and was able to access my room no problem to get ready. Room has recently been re-furbished and is beautiful. The staff are very friendly and helpful and the breakfast is good too. I would have no hesitation in returning.
Had a lovely overnight stay here. I arrived early as I was attending a wedding and was able to access my room no problem to get ready. Room has recently been re-furbished and is beautiful. The staff are very friendly and helpful and the breakfast is good too. I would have no hesitation in returning.
10
Carroll
Mar 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly staff. Good breakfast and excellent restaurant.
Very friendly staff. Good breakfast and excellent restaurant.
10
Patrick
Jul 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great staff, clean room and fantastic food. The breakfast in particular was exceptional. But be warned, the portions are huge. All in all, a quaint little hotel that offers service well above its price band
Great staff, clean room and fantastic food. The breakfast in particular was exceptional. But be warned, the portions are huge. All in all, a quaint little hotel that offers service well above its price band
10
Barry
Oct 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Really good place to stay and staff were excellent theoughout
Really good place to stay and staff were excellent theoughout
10
Gordon
Jun 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff were friendly, food was good, with good service which made it a good break
Staff were friendly, food was good, with good service which made it a good break
10
Elizabeth
Jul 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff very helpful and cheery. Food excellent even gluten free options lots of choice. Highly recommended
Friendly staff very helpful and cheery. Food excellent even gluten free options lots of choice. Highly recommended
10
A
Feb 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
10
daniel
Dec 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely room and amazing shower. Staff very friendly. Went above and beyond to help us with requests. Weather was terrible and gave us a lift to train station afterwards. Top place top people. Lovely food
Lovely room and amazing shower. Staff very friendly. Went above and beyond to help us with requests. Weather was terrible and gave us a lift to train station afterwards. Top place top people. Lovely food
10
William
Jul 15, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
As my bus left before breakfast they made me a boxed lunch to take with me. Very nice people.
As my bus left before breakfast they made me a boxed lunch to take with me. Very nice people.
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Location
Central in Biggar and convenient for nearby wedding venues, with nights generally quiet.
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Richard
Jun 5, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel very central lovely family run hotel rooms very clean and staff very friendly.
Hotel very central lovely family run hotel rooms very clean and staff very friendly.
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Kim
Jul 7, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Centre of Biggar. Quiet at night.
Centre of Biggar. Quiet at night.
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Kara
May 21, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic wee hotel and the staff are all superb. It’s right in the heart of Biggar so an ideal location for the surrounding wedding venues. It definitely feels like a warm family run business that cares about their guests well-being. Breakfast was pre ordered and freshly served after your teas and coffees. My only say would be, plan ahead of your visiting as parking is limited with it being a town square. Will definitely be booking in again!
Fantastic wee hotel and the staff are all superb. It’s right in the heart of Biggar so an ideal location for the surrounding wedding venues. It definitely feels like a warm family run business that cares about their guests well-being. Breakfast was pre ordered and freshly served after your teas and coffees. My only say would be, plan ahead of your visiting as parking is limited with it being a town square. Will definitely be booking in again!
10
Laura
Sep 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Dining
Breakfast and restaurant meals receive strong praise for quality, generous portions, and gluten free options. Some guests note sparse breakfast choice or incorrect or missed items.
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Shiona
Dec 13, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely breakfast. Staff friendly and helpful.
Lovely breakfast. Staff friendly and helpful.
10
Philip
Dec 5, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great 1 night stay. Efficient check in, comfortable room and superb breakfast.
Great 1 night stay. Efficient check in, comfortable room and superb breakfast.
4
Judith
Aug 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
10
Carroll
Mar 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly staff. Good breakfast and excellent restaurant.
Very friendly staff. Good breakfast and excellent restaurant.
10
Patrick
Jul 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great staff, clean room and fantastic food. The breakfast in particular was exceptional. But be warned, the portions are huge. All in all, a quaint little hotel that offers service well above its price band
Great staff, clean room and fantastic food. The breakfast in particular was exceptional. But be warned, the portions are huge. All in all, a quaint little hotel that offers service well above its price band
8
Caroline
Aug 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Philip
Feb 17, 2024
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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.
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.
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Gordon
Jun 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff were friendly, food was good, with good service which made it a good break
Staff were friendly, food was good, with good service which made it a good break
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Elizabeth
Jul 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff very helpful and cheery. Food excellent even gluten free options lots of choice. Highly recommended
Friendly staff very helpful and cheery. Food excellent even gluten free options lots of choice. Highly recommended
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daniel
Dec 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely room and amazing shower. Staff very friendly. Went above and beyond to help us with requests. Weather was terrible and gave us a lift to train station afterwards. Top place top people. Lovely food
Lovely room and amazing shower. Staff very friendly. Went above and beyond to help us with requests. Weather was terrible and gave us a lift to train station afterwards. Top place top people. Lovely food
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Sean
Sep 25, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful staff, absolutely the best. Hotel rich in history and a wonderful stay. Biggar is a great small town would come back and would stay at the Elephastone again.
Wonderful staff, absolutely the best. Hotel rich in history and a wonderful stay. Biggar is a great small town would come back and would stay at the Elephastone again.
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Mark
Sep 6, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The manager/owner has been here 40 years. Everyone in the bar and restaurant seemed to know him and each other. It created a lovely, friendly atmosphere and the staff were on top of their game.
The manager/owner has been here 40 years. Everyone in the bar and restaurant seemed to know him and each other. It created a lovely, friendly atmosphere and the staff were on top of their game.
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David
May 21, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Booked just ‘cause it fitted my travel plans but found a great wee Hotel punching well above. Dinky room but well appointed. Great restaurant with good selection on menu, delicious 2 courses served by friendly, attentive staff. Breakfast cooked fresh, best I’ve had in sometime. Very good quality for not a lot of money. Thank you for being so welcoming.
Booked just ‘cause it fitted my travel plans but found a great wee Hotel punching well above. Dinky room but well appointed. Great restaurant with good selection on menu, delicious 2 courses served by friendly, attentive staff. Breakfast cooked fresh, best I’ve had in sometime. Very good quality for not a lot of money. Thank you for being so welcoming.
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Susanna
May 17, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic hotel food out of this world service amazing room was fantastic staff fantastic couldnt have done more for us
Fantastic hotel food out of this world service amazing room was fantastic staff fantastic couldnt have done more for us
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John
May 5, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great location with plenty of free parking. The room was quite small but we were only there for one night and had very little luggage. Good restaurant. Service was excellent. Staff were particularly friendly and helpful.
Great location with plenty of free parking. The room was quite small but we were only there for one night and had very little luggage. Good restaurant. Service was excellent. Staff were particularly friendly and helpful.
FAQs about Elphinstone Hotel
Is parking available at the property?
Free self parking is available onsite.
Is breakfast offered, and what type is it?
A complimentary breakfast is included, served at the restaurant.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 13:00 to 21:00, and check-out is at 10:30. Early or late check-in/out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in Biggar, approximately 28.3 miles from Edinburgh Castle and 30.2 miles from the Royal Mile. Other nearby attractions include Five Sisters Zoo (19.8 miles) and Livingston Designer Outlet (22.4 miles).
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
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- 2026-11-01: 142.4155235187988USD
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- 2026-11-09: 142.62126235220336USD
- 2026-11-10: 142.62126235220336USD
- 2026-11-11: 142.741470754158USD
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- 2026-11-16: 142.741470754158USD
- 2026-11-17: 142.741470754158USD
- 2026-11-18: 142.741470754158USD
- 2026-11-19: 154.7417696036377USD
- 2026-11-20: 154.7417696036377USD
- 2026-11-21: 166.62304167089843USD
- 2026-11-22: 142.741470754158USD
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- 2026-11-25: 154.7417696036377USD
- 2026-11-26: 154.7417696036377USD
- 2026-11-27: 166.76209605139158USD
- 2026-11-28: 154.7417696036377USD
- 2026-11-29: 142.741470754158USD
- 2026-11-30: 142.741470754158USD
- 2026-12-01: 154.7417696036377USD
- 2026-12-02: 142.741470754158USD
- 2026-12-03: 142.62137366420745USD
- 2026-12-04: 154.7417696036377USD
- 2026-12-05: 166.76209605139158USD
- 2026-12-06: 142.741470754158USD
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- 2026-12-08: 142.741470754158USD
- 2026-12-09: 142.741470754158USD
- 2026-12-10: 142.741470754158USD
- 2026-12-11: 154.7417696036377USD
- 2026-12-12: 166.76209605139158USD
- 2026-12-13: 154.7417696036377USD
- 2026-12-14: 142.741470754158USD
- 2026-12-15: 154.7417696036377USD
- 2026-12-16: 142.741470754158USD
- 2026-12-17: 142.741470754158USD
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- 2026-12-20: 142.741470754158USD
- 2026-12-21: 154.7417696036377USD
- 2026-12-22: 154.7417696036377USD
- 2026-12-23: 142.741470754158USD
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- 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
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