Roxburghe Hotel And Golf Course, Kelso
About the Hotel
Housed in a storybook 19th-century mansion, the Roxburghe Hotel And Golf Course offers an engaging blend of luxury and adventure. Located in the picturesque town of Kelso, it features a championship golf course that ranks among Scotland's top inland courses. The hotel is not only a gateway to outdoor pursuits but also boasts culinary delights from renowned chef Albert Roux OBE. With unique accommodations and a rich history, it presents an inviting atmosphere for a memorable stay in the Scottish Borders.
Location
Set against the backdrop of the Scottish Borders, the hotel offers access to scenic hiking and cycling routes. Kelso is recognized for its beautiful landscapes and historical significance, including landmarks such as Kelso Abbey and the Waterloo Monument. The hotel is conveniently located 90 km from Edinburgh, making it accessible yet tranquil for visitors. Local attractions and the famous Silvery Tweed River enhance the charm of this delightful town.
Rooms
Guests can choose from 22 unique bedrooms, many of which feature four-poster beds and log fires. Each room is thoughtfully designed to offer comfort and luxury, with garden views and en suite bathrooms equipped with exclusive toiletries. Amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and iPod docking stations, ensuring a comfortable retreat. Notably, the hotel provides accommodations in the main house and courtyard, catering to varied preferences.
Eat & Drink
The Roxburghe Restaurant focuses on fine local ingredients, including fresh game and fish sourced from the estate. Overseen by the legendary Albert Roux, the culinary experience is complemented by an extensive wine list featuring selections from the Duke of Roxburghe's own cellar. The dining setting is designed to provide both comfort and an immersive gastronomic experience. Guests can expect to indulge in culinary creations that highlight the richness of the local larder.
Leisure & Business
The hotel features a mature golf course that is just a short walk away, designed for both keen golfers and novices alike. In addition to golf, guests can engage in various outdoor activities, including fly-fishing tuition, croquet, and stunning walks on the grounds. The Health & Beauty Spa offers a range of treatments for relaxation, along with three meeting rooms available for business events. Free WiFi in public areas enhances the convenience for both leisure and business travelers.
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Facilities
General
- Free Wi-Fi
- Car park
- Pets allowed
Dining
- Restaurant
Children
- Cots
Room features
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel is full of character and beautifully kept within amazing grounds. The rooms were lovely with a log fire, beautiful furnishings, and extremely comfortable, containing everything you need including a television and tea and coffee making facilities. However, they were a bit basic. The service, a perfect combination of friendly and attentive staff, was among the key highlights. The dining experience was mixed with an excellent dinner but a breakfast that was not ideal. The facilities were superb, adding value to the stay.
The hotel had both positives and drawbacks. The rooms were spacious and beautifully decorated, but the hanging space was insufficient for a longer stay. The service was friendly but lacked a competent maitre d'. The location was superb, full of character and beautifully kept. The dining experience was a mix of excellence and disappointment. Overall, a beautiful location within amazing grounds.
The hotel's rooms were spacious and beautifully decorated, making for a comfortable stay. The service was particularly welcoming and efficient, adding to the overall pleasant experience. The location was superb, surrounded by beautiful grounds. However, the dining experience had its ups and downs, with some aspects needing improvement. The facilities were well-maintained and contributed to a good stay.
The hotel is situated in beautiful grounds, full of character, and beautifully kept. The rooms had only a two-foot width of hanging space, certainly insufficient for two people for five days, but they were clean and contained necessary amenities like the television and tea and coffee making facility. The service, while lovely, was just above average due to some areas being cool, and there is a need for a competent maitre d' to improve competence. Dining was a mix with breakfast being dried up under a heater but dinner being excellent. The location was superb within amazing grounds.
I spent five days at this hotel and had a mix of experiences. The rooms were spacious with very good beds, but the hanging space was too limited for two people on a longer stay. The service was friendly but lacked the touch of a competent maitre d'. The location within beautiful grounds was superb, full of character. The dining showcased some excellence in dinner but was marred by serving breakfast under a heater, affecting the quality. Overall, the hotel offers a unique experience with some areas that could be improved.
My stay at the hotel was lovely. The rooms were spacious and had everything I needed, including very comfortable beds, a television, and tea and coffee making facilities all set up for me. The service was professional and polite, but it could benefit from a more competent maitre d' for a smoother experience. The hotel's location was superb, full of character and beautifully kept within amazing grounds. The dining experience was excellent for dinner, but breakfast was a bit disappointing as some items were dry due to being heated excessively. The facilities were top-notch, making my stay enjoyable overall.
My stay at the hotel was absolutely lovely. The rooms were spacious, beautifully decorated, and had everything I needed, making my five-day stay extremely comfortable. The service from the staff was efficient, friendly, and very helpful, creating a welcoming atmosphere in this beautiful location. The hotel's fantastic location, full of character and within amazing grounds, added to the charm of my experience. The dining options offered a mix of experiences, with some aspects being exceptional while others fell short. Overall, the facilities were top-notch, enhancing my overall stay.
The hotel is in a superb location within amazing grounds. The rooms are cute, but the limited hanging space could be an issue for longer stays. The service was exactly what I needed, and the onsite beautician was a plus. The dining experience was a bit hit or miss with breakfast, but the dinner was excellent. The facilities are top-notch.
My stay at the hotel was lovely with a cozy log fire in the room and beautiful furnishings, making it extremely comfortable. The room contained a television and tea and coffee making facilities, and it was spacious with everything you need. However, the hanging space was only two feet wide, certainly insufficient for two people staying for five days.
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