Barony Castle Hotel

The room was simple, but comfortable, and perfectly suited to our needs. Those wishing large rooms or suites will find these readily available, but we didn't need such facilities. The staff, from the moment of our arrival to the time we left, were exceptional - friendly, helpful and always prepared to go the extra mile. In particular, when we found that we had a slow puncture, the receptionist arranged an appointment at a local garage for a repair and the hotel handyman pumped it up to allow us to get there. You won't get that level of service in many places! The pool and associated facilities were very good, and added to the overall pleasure of the trip. My wife is gluten intolerant, and we are agreed that the menu at the hotel made greater provision, across all meals, for someone with this condition than anywhere else we have stayed in the last decade. Even the dough for the GF pizzas is made on site! And they are a full 12" in diameter! We enjoyed a walk in the grounds and the Great Polish Map of Scotland, a relief map of the country, should be better known. The hotel provides a brochure giving the history of the building and grounds, a map of the latter and background on the major items of interest on site. This is an ideal base for visiting most of the Border area - we spent some time in Peebles and enjoyed a walk along the Tweed (see second image) and visited Dawyck Gardens and Rosslyn Chapel, among other places. We intend to return soon.

Staff were fantastic and dealt with the issues we had swiftly. Food was simple but tasty (3 course meal as part of a function and breakfast). Overall good but fairly basic for a 4*. We sadly didn't use the Spa facilities. These might and ramped up my opinion.

last minute booking due to cancellation of room at previously booked hotel ( by another hotel group), room was listed as a single ( last room at hotel) but was a small double which was a pleasant surprise, food very good with portions which were enough without being overfaced or still hungry . Bar prices were competitive for a 4* hotel. Breakfast was good but only plain yoghurt available in a bowl rather than individual flavoured pots but i understand that this is happening in many hotels to reduce waste.

The staff made this shirt stay so enjoyable. They were pleasant, good humoured and helpful. The young restaurant waiters in particular were exceptional. I informed reception that I was deaf and I was impressed to be given a device which would wake me if the fire alarm was sounded. The rooms were comfortable and clean. I ate in the restaurant and the food was very good. I would certainly stay again if visiting the area.

The whole Castle experience was amazing & the location. Staff are amazing, lovely place for a break.