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Buccleuch Arms

The Green, Saint Boswells, TD6 0EW, United Kingdom – Very good location – show map
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Buccleuch Arms
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Free parking Pets allowed Restaurant Private bathroom View Free WiFi Bath Flat-screen TV Family rooms Room service

About this property

Set in St Boswells, this award-winning country Inn dates back to 1836. Located in the heart of the Scottish Borders, it offers stylish accommodation, an award-winning bar and restaurant and a charming garden.

Rooms at the Buccleuch Arms Hotel include an LCD Freeview TV and free WiFi. All feature tea and coffee making facilities and an en-suite bathroom with White Company toiletries.

Buccleuch guests can enjoy a full Scottish breakfast or lighter options, as well as morning coffee with homemade scones. The Huntsman Bar serves simple classics and real ales in cosy surroundings, while the Blue Coo Bistrot offers the best of local and seasonal produce with a varying menu.

The Buccleuch Arms Hotel is 5 minutes’ walk from the River Tweed and close to the St. Cuthbert’s and Southern Upland Ways. St Boswell’s Golf Club is 2 minutes’ drive away. The property has free parking and is 3 miles from Melrose. Edinburgh is 38 miles away.

The property has been awarded a National Gold Laurel Award for Community Hotel of the Year 2020. Previous awards include the Scottish Hotel Awards' Scottish Inn of the Year 2015 and Countryside Alliance & Country Life Awards' Sporting Pub of the Year 2015.

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Languages spoken

English

Availability

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Couples particularly like this property — they rated it 7.6 for a two-person trip.

House rules

In response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19), the property's restaurant has limited availability and as such, bookings are required.

Smoking

Not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed

Children

Children of all ages are welcome.

Groups

When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Accepted payment methods

Credit card CVC required

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

• In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

• Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

• Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

• Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

Legal information

This property is managed by Buccleuch Arms.

Located in St Boswells, Melrose, United Kingdom.

FAQs about Buccleuch Arms

Yes, breakfast is available at this property.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at this property.
Buccleuch Arms is 0.2 km from the center of St Boswells, Melrose.
Room options at Buccleuch Arms include:
  • Double Room
  • Classic King or Twin Room
Yes, couples have rated this property 7.6 for a two-person trip.

Guest reviews

7.7

Good

235 reviews

C

Caroline

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

1 month ago
8.0
+ Breakfast was amazing and room, bathroom etc was immaculately clean. Bed linen and furnishings were high quality. Staff were fabulous, very friendly and nothing was a problem. Breakfast was amazing and room, bathroom etc was immaculately clean. Bed linen and furnishings were high quality. Sta...
- Nothing Nothing

review category group of friends · Double Room

K

Kevin

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

4 months ago
8.0
+ Very helpful and nice staff thank you all Very helpful and nice staff thank you all
- Terrible WiFi Terrible WiFi

solo traveller · Double Room

Facilities of Buccleuch Arms

Non-smoking rooms Room service Restaurant Restaurant Internet services Parking Family rooms Bar

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Restaurant
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Physical distancing in dining areas

Internet

  • Internet services

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk

Cleaning Services

  • Laundry

Business Facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Safety & Security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

General

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Activities

  • Horse riding
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Children's playground
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)

Health & Safety

  • First aid kit available
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Living Area

  • Parking

Transportation

  • Board games/puzzles

Other

  • Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Cashless payment available
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus

Guest reviews for Buccleuch Arms

7.7

Good

235 reviews

All reviews verified

Categories

Staff 8.5
Facilities 7.2
Cleanliness 7.9
Comfort 8.0
Value for money 7.1
Location 8.6
Free Wifi 7.2

Score distribution

Superb
92
Good
85
Okay
35
Poor
16
Very poor
7

Scores by traveler type

Solo travelers 7.9
With friends 8.1
Business travelers 8.1
Families 8.8
Couples 7.6

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Guest reviews

C

Caroline

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8.0
Double Room Double Room 1 month ago review category group of friends
+ Breakfast was amazing and room, bathroom etc was immaculately clean. Bed linen and furnishings were high quality. Staff were fabulous, very friendly and nothing was a problem.
− Nothing
K

Kevin

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8.0
Double Room Double Room 4 months ago solo traveller
+ Very helpful and nice staff thank you all
− Terrible WiFi
M

Michael

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8.0
Double Room Double Room 6 months ago young couple
+ Clean and good location for me . Room dated but clean and comfy bed but shower not very good at all
− Some staff bit rude but breakfast staff lovely
G

Graeme

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8.0
Double Room Double Room Sep 6, 2025 review category group of friends
+ Excellent through out, rooms are a bit dated but clean and comfortable.
S

Sara

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8.0
Classic King or Twin Room Classic King or Twin Room Jun 27, 2025 family with young children
+ Lovely building, lovely staff, good food - especially the lemon posset- and central location.