Set in 25 acres of mature grounds, the Barony Castle Hotel is an impressive castle has a stylish award winning restaurant and modern leisure centre. On the edge of the Scottish Borders, the castle is surrounded by Peeblesshire countryside. The elegant rooms at the Barony Castle Hotel have a private bathroom and a work desk. All rooms have a satellite TV and tea/coffee facilities, and some have scenic views of the Eddleston Hills. Ironing facilities can be provided on request. The beautiful grounds at Barony Castle feature The Great Polish Map of Scotland, an outdoor concrete scale model of Scotland. Guests can relax in the sauna and whirlpool integrated in the 10-metre indoor swimming pool, work out in the fitness centre. Serving traditional Scottish cuisine with modern elements, the contemporary restaurant 1536, uses quality local produce and seasonal ingredients. The cosy Blue Dug bar offers beverages, light snacks and free WiFi access, while the Murray Lounge offers 3 large TVs, a fireplace. Just a 35-minute drive south of Edinburgh, Barony Castle Hotel is a 10-minute drive from Peebles Golf Club. There is free on-site parking, and the stunning Glentress Forest is a 20-minute drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet

  • Free private parking available at the hotel


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1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 large double bed
1 single bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
2 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Harley
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Everything! The food and drinks were amazing and not overpriced, and there's 2 menus available. A standard room is of good size! The staff were amazing! Sarah honestly was amazing with our little one The pool area is great along with the...
David
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Fabulous historic building and wonderful, unique, enormous map of Scotland in hotel grounds.
Paul
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Everything. Great staff who were friendly and attentive, warm atmosphere and made an effort to make me comfortable.
June
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The location the grounds The lovely staff especially Sarah 😍. Lovely food
Bev
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Beautiful building and grounds, very polite staff - mostly young too! Great breakfast.
David
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Lovely looking hotel with bags of charm. All staff were excellent and made our stay a great experience Dinner in the hotel was exceptional, beautifully cooked and well presented
Anne
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Good range of choices gor both breakfast and dinner.
Fotheringham
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Staff were attentive and it was a lovely old building with alot of original features.
Claire
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Beautiful setting, warm friendly staff, spotlessly clean throughout. Fish & chips for dinner was great, breakfast was ok .. standard fayre. Pool area was small but warm, relaxing. The best thing of all was the amazing tap water. I’d go again just...
Stuart
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Lovely countryside setting and very friendly and hospitable staff. Excellent food in the restaurant and well equipped gym and pool.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
1536 @ the Castle
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

House rules

Barony Castle Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Minors under 16 must be accompanied by parents or legal representatives. Third person named by parents must present their written authorisation (certified signature).

All children aged 5-12 years are charged GBP 7.50 each for breakfast. A child menu is available for dinner.

Please note that Barony Castle Hotel hosts weddings on most Saturdays.

Please note that the credit card used to book must be presented on arrival.

Pets are only allowed to stay in designated rooms which are subject to availability, please contact the property for details.

When booking 8 rooms or more, group terms and conditions will apply and a signed contract will be required directly with the property.