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About this property

Looking out over the cobbled square in the centre of Kelso, the Cross Keys Hotel enjoys a landmark location in this Scottish Borders town. Dating back to 1769, this hotel provides free parking and WiFi and high-quality dining showcasing local produce. Guest rooms at the Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso have a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee facilities. Each has an en suite bathroom. Full Scottish or continental breakfast is served each morning in the Saddlers Room, where you can also enjoy a range of lunches including homemade soups and sandwiches. A full dinner menu makes use of the area’s fine local produce and is complemented by wines, beers and soft drinks. Cross Keys Hotel is just 2 minutes’ walk from the impressive Kelso Abbey, and around 8 minutes from the grounds of the 18th-century Floors Castle. Other attractions within a 20-minute drive include Jedburgh Abbey and the vast Northumberland National Park.

Families particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a stay with kids.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

  • FREE parking!

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Arthur
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff members at reception were very helpful and considerate. Excellent bar and waiting staff ( except one detailed below). Room was clean, spacious and comfortable with good bath and shower. Good choice of menu at dinner and breakfast,...
  • Patricia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hotel was in the middle of the lovely town of Kelso with free parking outside. The staff were very friendly and helpful .
  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful interior. Bar area lovely and seating outside was a bonus (on a lovely evening). All the staff were friendly.
  • Brian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location with free parking. Lovely staff and great breakfast.
  • Jinty
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff extremely pleasant and helpful. Even gave one of our party breakfast although they came in 10 minutes after it was meant to have finished. Excellent location and nice atmosphere.
  • Joseph
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Brilliant location in centre. Close to pubs restaurants etc
  • Andrew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I had wonderful stay and and great breakfast will be back.
  • Thoms
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely location, staff were friendly and helpful. Room was clean, beds comfy.
  • Michael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Arrived early and left bags behind reception when we returned to check in later the staff had taken our bags to the room.
  • Christina
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Ideal location for centre and to walk around town. Staff were all Friendly and pleasant The bed and room was comfy and spacious. Everything was clean and tidy. Breakfast was a buffet style and was help your self which worked each morning

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

If you are travelling with children under 18 years, to ensure you pay the correct price please select a rate that has child occupancy specified.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that additional beds can only be accommodated in the classic and superior room, subject to prior arrangement.

Please inform Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.