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George and Abbotsford Hotel

Property class: 3.5

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A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a small table, and a TV.
A reception desk with a wooden counter, a computer, and a sign indicating 'CASH ONLY'.
An outdoor seating area with picnic tables and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and stone buildings.
The George & Abbot's Hotel entrance with decorative lights and a Santa figure.
A room with two plaid armchairs, a small round table, and a patterned carpet.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$228
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct

Explore the area

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High Street, Melrose, Scotland, TD6 9PD
  • Place, Melrose Abbey
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Saint Cuthbert's Way
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Greenyards
    ‪3 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Large Single Bed, Non Smoking

A single bed with white linens, a framed picture on the wall, and a television on the right.

Standard Single Room, 1 Large Single Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed

View all photos for Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

A neatly made bed with white linens and pillows, a bedside table with a book, and a window with a view of a building outside.

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Single Room, 1 Single Bed

A neatly made bed with white linens, a radiator above it, and a window with blinds to the left.

Single Room, 1 Single Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Basic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Two single beds with white linens and teal pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, and a blue wall with two framed pictures.

Basic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a red armchair, a small table with a kettle, and a framed picture on the wall.

Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

About the area

Melrose

At George and Abbotsford Hotel you'll be within steps of Priorwood Garden and Harmony Garden. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and a banquet hall. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM and on weekends between 8:30 AM and 10:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Melrose hotel include Saint Cuthbert's Way and Melrose Abbey.

What's nearby

  • Melrose Abbey - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Saint Cuthbert's Way - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Harmony Garden - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Greenyards - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Southern Upland Way - Section A Trailhead - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Tweedbank Station - 3 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tempest Brewing Co - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Red Lion Hotel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kings Arms Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪swan - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Provender - ‬2 min walk

About this property

George and Abbotsford Hotel

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 2 meeting rooms available. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Melrose hotel is smoke free.

  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
George and Abbotsford Hotel offers 32 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. This Melrose hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 9.50 for adults and GBP 9.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per accommodation, per stay (maximum GBP 10 per stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 9.50 for adults and from GBP 9.50 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per accommodation, per stay (maximum GBP10 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

George Abbotsford Hotel Melrose
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at George and Abbotsford Hotel?

George and Abbotsford Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at George and Abbotsford Hotel?

As of 30 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at George and Abbotsford Hotel on 19 Oct 2026 start from NZ$228, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at George and Abbotsford Hotel?

Yep, George and Abbotsford Hotel has a free self car park.

Does George and Abbotsford Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, full breakfast is offered weekdays from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at George and Abbotsford Hotel?

No, George and Abbotsford Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at George and Abbotsford Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at George and Abbotsford Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at George and Abbotsford Hotel?

Dogs are welcome at George and Abbotsford Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer.

George and Abbotsford Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 499 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 177 out of 499 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 499 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 499 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 499 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice historical hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
A very pleasant stay friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room, if rather dated. Friendly and helpful staff. Very convenient location. Excellent and large breakfast, freshly cooked to order.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was amazing. The bar had live music. Plenty of parking out back. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to park, friendly staff, nice food in bar
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Positives - really lovely helpful staff plus central location with parking. Negatives - interior is very tired and in need of updating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Good room Good bed Poor water both taps giving warm water Good staff Great location Near all main attractions G Smith
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes very pet friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a nice stay while doing the Borders Abbeys Way, beds were comfortable, staff were very friendly. Breakfast was plentiful with lots of options and we also had dinner in the restaurant. The bar was a meeting place for locals which gave it a nice community atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was wonderfully quirky, in all the right ways, but the beds in the 2x single room were TERRIBLE, and if I don’t get a good nights sleep the rest doesn’t count for much 😕
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff amazing Food excellent Slightly older hotel But ideal
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Basic hotel with decent staff . Breakfast not on until 8.30 which is tooate for many travellers
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Rooms and service reflect the price. Budget friendly overall
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
comfortable but prices need updating on breakfast menu
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptionally clean and fresh-smelling hotel. It's a quirky place that's strangely charming. I really liked it and will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were very good very helpful good Wi-Fi good phone reception easy Parking the food was nice. It is a old hotel and starting to show a bit around the edges.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fabulous location with free parking. However room wasn't great for the money they charged. Paying £100 for a very run down basic room was too much. We travel a lot so in comparison to other rooms for the same money I would rate it low. Certainly wouldn't stay again. Didnt try the food so cannot comment on that.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very clean and a really comfortable bed. Staff are very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff & food were of a very high standard!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was lovely and clean and staff very freindy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
To start with ... the positives .... the car park is large; the staff were smiling, helpful and courteous; the breakfast was very tasty and portions generous; the room was bright, large enough and clean. The location is very central and very convenient for the book festival, shops, the abbey etc. As an old market-town hotel we guessed it was probably a little in need of upgrading/maintenance and it is ... with some scuff marks etc but staff keep it clean. We were at the very back of the hotel and it is a bit of a rabbit warren. Folk with mobility issues might struggle with cases (no lifts) but we were forewarned.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay

Stay was great as alway, staff friendly and dogs loved the place
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Very friendly staff Room old but clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central, clean, decent food, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Parking was easy, the room was clean and the bed comfortable but the towel rail in the bathroom was not working. Breakfast was better than dinner although I have no complaints about dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026