The Best South of Scotland Bed & Breakfasts

recommended B&Bs and guest houses in Southern Scotland


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Craigadam

Crocketford

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a peaceful retreat offering individually themed rooms, a drawing room with log fire and attractive gardens, evening meals can be pre-arranged

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a family-run inn, dating back to the early 1600's but with rooms suitably updated in a contemporary style, with a lively bar and large restaurant

Dryburgh Arms

Newtown St. Boswells

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with a cosy open fire and choice of up to 26 different gins guests are bound to feel at home in this recently updated inn, near Dryburgh Abbey

Buccleuch Arms

St. Boswells

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offering great options for breakfast and evening meals, this stylish village inn is well placed for exploring the Tweed Valley and Borders

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situated in a peaceful village just off the A75 this friendly village inn provides a comfortable en-route stopover or base to explore

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recharge your batteries at this cosy inn located in the Galloway Forest Park, it has comfy rooms, homemade food and a wood burning stove

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owned and managed by the same family for over 40 years with a tradition of offering comfortable accommodation and fine food and wine

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small, independent hotel, with and intimate and relaxing air and just 10 spacious, individual bedrooms affording guests scenic countryside views

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with a choice of elegant restaurant or informal brasserie, this centrally placed hotel is within easy reach of Kielder Forest and Jedburgh Abbey

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features stylish and contemporary interiors and well-presented rooms, there is also a terrace ideal for relaxing with a drink in warmer weather

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a former coaching inn transformed into a smart, boutique hotel offering contemporary rooms, casual dining and a large beer garden

Selkirk Arms Hotel

Kirkcudbright

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an historic, 18th-century townhouse, featuring bright, warmly furnished rooms, and a choice of dining in the relaxed bistro or formal restaurant

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with parts dating from the 18th century, this charming hotel sits in the central market square making an ideal base for exploring The Borders

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dating back to the 18th Century, this period house has been converted to a comfortable, well appointed accommodation in a peaceful setting

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with many of the rooms at this shoreline hotel enjoying wonderful views of the sea and wildlife, it is no wonder they do not have TVs in them!

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traditionally decorated rooms are a feature of this relaxed hotel, close to the local attractions and conveniently placed for an en-route stopover

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one of Lockebie's oldest establishments dating from the 17th century, it offers a cocktail and lounge bar and a restaurant serving wholesome fare

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welcoming family-run accommodation with a relaxed restaurant, lively bar and cosy rooms, just metres from the seafront and sandy beach

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located on the banks of the River Ken on the A713, it is surrounded by beautiful countryside that is ideal for golfing, walking and cycling