The Waverley Castle Hotel, Melrose ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Skirmish Hill, Waverley Road, Melrose, United Kingdom, TD6 9AA

The Waverley Castle Hotel is an opulent building set in 5 acres of scenic parkland between the Eildon Hills and the River Tweed. Historical landmarks, including the impressive ruins of Melrose Abbey, are located just over a mile away. This 3-star hotel offers a blend of relaxing rural accommodations and modern amenities. Its picturesque surroundings and proximity to local attractions enhance its appeal to visitors seeking tranquility in nature.

Location

Situated in a rural area, the hotel offers easy access to notable landmarks such as the Eildon Hills and Melrose Abbey. The closest major airport is Edinburgh Airport, located approximately 46.5 miles from the property. Road travel to nearby attractions, such as the scenic Kielder and Gala Water, is facilitated by the hotel's position in a serene and natural setting.

Rooms

Each room at The Waverley Castle Hotel is designed for comfort, featuring carpeted floors and heating. Double rooms include a wardrobe, an electric kettle, and a private bathroom with either a bath or shower and a hairdryer. Additional amenities in the rooms consist of a TV and coffee/tea making facilities. Family rooms are also available, providing spacious accommodations suitable for guests traveling with children.

Eat & Drink

Guests can dine at the hotel's own Elidon Restaurant, which offers a range of culinary choices. A bar/lounge is available for those looking to unwind with a drink, and a snack bar/deli caters to lighter fare. For more variety, several restaurants can be found in the village of Melrose, just one mile away from the hotel. The combination of on-site and nearby dining ensures that guests have plenty of options.

Leisure & Business

The Waverley Castle Hotel features a garden, billiards, and free Wi-Fi in public areas, allowing for relaxation and leisure activities. A 24-hour front desk is available, providing assistance at any time. Parking facilities are provided for guests traveling by car. Meeting and event hosting options may be available, catering to both leisure and business travelers.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

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2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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2 persons

20 m²

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20 m²

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Getting around

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City Centre

Melrose 1.6 km

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI) 72.1 km

Carlisle Lake District (CAX) 97.6 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Room!

“The room was large and comfortable, featuring a lovely bay window with a table and chairs, perfect for relaxing.” view full review

Delicious Meals!

“The dinner selection was excellent, with multiple choices for each course and the option to try chef's specials without preordering.” view full review

Fun Evenings!

“The nightly entertainment was engaging and enjoyable; I particularly loved the variety, from accordion music to a hilarious magician.” view full review

Refurbished Luxury!

“The bathroom was beautifully refurbished, featuring a great shower over the bath that added a touch of luxury to our stay.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Free parking
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Lift

Sports & Fitness

Billiard tables
Darts

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Heating

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Skirmish Hill, Waverley Road, Melrose, United Kingdom, TD6 9AA

Map view

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Skirmish Hill, Waverley Road, Melrose, United Kingdom, TD6 9AA

City landmarks

Historic Site

Melrose Abbey

1.9 km

Abbotsford House

2.5 km

Eildon Hill

1.4 km

Garden

Harmony Garden

1.8 km

Old Main Road to Newton St Boswell Eildon Hills

Rhymer's Stone

1.5 km

Priorwood Gardens Abbey Street Right next to Melrose Abbey

Priorwood Garden

1.7 km

Gallery

The Gallery

1.6 km

Market Square The Ormiston

Three Hills Roman Heritage Centre- Trimontium Museum

1.8 km

Church

Holy Trinity

810 m

High Cross Church

880 m

Melrose Parish Church

1.1 km

Church

Melrose Church

1.2 km

Melrose Rugby Sevens

1.3 km

Harmony House

Borders Book Festival

1.3 km

The Wynd Theatre

1.5 km

Store

The Crafters

1.6 km

Priorwood Gardens

National Trust for Scotland Priorwood Garden

1.6 km

Melrose Abbey Museum

1.6 km

Trimontium Museum

1.6 km

Gala Water

3.0 km

Eildon Hill hill fort

2.8 km

Eildon Mid Hill

2.8 km

1 The Wynd

Emma Herdman Gallery

3.1 km

Cauldshiels Loch

3.2 km

B6360

Cauldshiels Hill Fort

3.5 km

Bridge

Leaderfoot Viaduct

4.1 km

Church

St Peter's Episcopal Church

3.8 km

Mall

Gala Water Retail Park

3.9 km

Old Gala House Scott Crescent

Old Gala House

4.3 km

Nearby

Eildon Hill

1.1 km

Restaurants

Cricket Club Cafe

850 m

Huntlyburn Terrace

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

62%

liked the hotel and would stay again

beautiful grounds

friendly staff

inconsistent dining

small rooms

6.2/10

Nice

Rooms

6.7

Location

8.3

Service

7.7

Dining

7.0

Margaret

United Kingdom, April 2024

7.8/10

The hotel offers spacious, clean, and modern rooms with a nice and warm ambiance. Although some unfinished paint work and decor were noticeable, my stay in room 105, facing a courtyard with views of the hills over the rooftop, was adequate and ideal for dining.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious, clean, modern, and had a nice, warm ambiance. The modern bathroom provided lots of hot water.

Service

8.0

The housekeeping service was on point and ensured a comfortable stay.

Location

9.0

The location was great, with plenty of parking available. I enjoyed a peaceful walk down to the riverside where wildlife sightings, including otters playing in the river, made my stay memorable.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was acceptable with the usual options, although it could have been more varied.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had good facilities, including an entertainment room, and a games room behind it for added leisure.

Trevor

United Kingdom, January 2024

8.0/10

I had a great time at the hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and it was a good value for money. The service was excellent, especially the housekeeping. The location was perfect for walks with my dog and had stunning grounds to relax in. The dining experience had its ups and downs, but overall, it was of good quality. The facilities offered were satisfactory.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms had been decorated since my last visit. They were on the small side, but overall, good value for money and clean as expected on a budget holiday.

Service

9.0

The service, especially the housekeeping, was excellent.

Location

9.0

I liked the fact that I could take my dog with me for walks in the area. The hotel is right next to the river Tweed and on the edge of Melrose, offering a beautiful setting. The reasonable cost and location make it a great choice.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was adequate, although a bit chaotic at times with not enough staff. Some dishes were not up to par, but overall of good quality.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities provided were sufficient for a pleasant stay.

beautiful grounds

inconsistent dining

Lawrence

United Kingdom, September 2023

6.0/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The room was not up to the expected standard, with issues like draughtiness, coldness, and a damp bathroom. Despite a lovely breakfast and bright, spacious, and clean dining area, the initial room confusion, poor TV reception, and noise from the kitchen affected my overall enjoyment. However, the price was on the higher side, which made it less appealing for the value offered.

Rooms

5.0

The room I stayed in was disappointing, with draughty and cold conditions and a damp bathroom. We were given a sub-standard room different from what we booked, impacting our stay negatively.

Service

6.0

The housekeeping service was decent during my stay.

Location

7.0

The hotel is located in lovely grounds with a walk down to the river, suitable for exploring the area. However, the view from my room and the noise from the kitchen were drawbacks.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience had its ups and downs. While breakfast was enjoyable with a good selection, the main meals were a bit lacking. Some parts of the hotel showed signs of age.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel offers a mix of refurbished and aging areas. It provides good entertainment, but some facilities need updating.

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