The County Hotel - Self Check-In, Speed Wi-Fi, Free Parking, Central Location, Selkirk ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

3-5 High Street, Market Square, Selkirk, United Kingdom, TD7 4BZ

The County Hotel is a historic establishment located in the heart of Selkirk, Scotland, known for its significance as a former coaching inn and meeting place for notable figures such as Sir Walter Scott. This welcoming hotel combines modern amenities like self check-in and speed Wi-Fi with a warm atmosphere. Guests can enjoy free private parking and easy access to the surrounding Borders region.

Location

Situated in picturesque Selkirk, The County Hotel is conveniently located 49.5 miles from Edinburgh and is easily accessible for visitors. Free private parking is available on-site, and ample public parking is just a short walk away. Local attractions nearby include Bowhill House, Mungo Park Monument, and various dining options within a five-minute walk.

Rooms

All bedrooms at The County Hotel offer en suite bathrooms featuring walk-in showers. Each room is equipped with comfortable beds dressed in fine Egyptian cotton linen and feather-light duvets. Guests will find digital flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee making facilities, and complimentary mineral water in every room. A selection of single, double, twin, family, and executive rooms is available to suit various needs.

Eat & Drink

The hotel provides an à la carte breakfast service running from 07:30 to 09:00 during weekdays and 08:00 to 09:30 on weekends. Guests can enjoy freshly cooked meals, with a variety of options including fruit juice, cereals, and preserves. Currently, evening meal services are available only for groups of four or more, pre-booked a day in advance, while guests are encouraged to bring their own food to the residents' lounge.

Leisure & Business

The County Hotel supports a wide range of recreational activities in the nearby area, including golfing, cycling, and fishing. Well-behaved dogs are allowed in designated areas, making it a pet-friendly option. Additionally, the hotel features free Wi-Fi in all areas, and dry cleaning services are available for guests.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Single Room

Max:

1 person

12 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

City view

Shower

Heating

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King Room

Max:

2 persons

22 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

City view

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Family Room

Max:

4 persons

27 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

City view

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City Center

Selkirk700 ft

Airports

Edinburgh (EDI) 47.4 mi

Carlisle Lake District (CAX) 54.4 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Wi-Fi

Free parking

Baggage storage

24-hour services

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Security
Baggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Canoeing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Golf course
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Restaurant
Dinner
Special diet menus

Children

Cribs

Spa & Leisure

Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

3-5 High Street, Market Square, Selkirk, United Kingdom, TD7 4BZ

Map view

3-5 High Street, Market Square, Selkirk, United Kingdom, TD7 4BZ

City landmarks

26 Market Pl

Sir Walter Scott's Courtroom

2600 ft

Museums

Halliwell's House Museum

2600 ft

6-11 Kirk Wynd

Old Kirk

2400 ft

Gallery

Hainingside Gallery

3100 ft

Haining Loch

4300 ft

Bowhill House

2.7 mi

Unnamed Road 3PF

Old Tweed Bridge

2.6 mi

Bowhill

Bowhill House & Country Estate

2.8 mi

Abbotsford House

4.3 mi

Nearby

9 Back Row

Mungo Park Monument

1300 ft

Restaurants

The Fleece Bar & Kitchen

2700 ft

1 Ettrick Terrace

Taste of Spice

2700 ft

3 Market Place

Three Hills Coffee Co

1200 ft

23 High Street

Selkirk Deli

1100 ft

17 High Street

The Courthouse Cafe

2600 ft

28 Market Place

Fleece

2700 ft

1 Ettrick Tce

Tony's Tower

2100 ft

4 Tower Street

Thai Valley Restaurant

1100 ft

73 High Street

Jazrose

2800 ft

8 West Port

Happy Gathering

2900 ft

31 West Port

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

82%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Friendly Staff

Central Location

Slightly Tired Rooms

Creaky Floorboards

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

8.0

Location

8.3

Service

8.0

Dining

9.0

Johnny

United Kingdom, January 2024

8.0/10

The hotel offers spacious and comfortable rooms with a controllable radiator to adjust the warmth. The staff respected my privacy during my stay, providing a lovely and relaxing experience. The room, albeit slightly worn, was still cozy given its generous size.

Rooms

8.0

The room was large, comfortable, and pleasantly warm with a controllable radiator. No staff member entered during my stay.

Service

8.0

The service was friendly and efficient, making my stay enjoyable.

Location

7.0

The hotel is centrally located in Selkirk, offering easy access to local amenities. However, it can get a bit noisy at night due to its proximity to the main shopping and leisure area.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was excellent, with individually cooked meals and pleasant service.

Facilities

The hotel provides essential facilities for a comfortable stay.

Nicholas

United Kingdom, November 2023

8.6/10

The hotel was a great value for money, right in the center of Selkirk. The rooms were clean and comfortable, offering tea and coffee making facilities plus a television, though slightly tired. The service was excellent with extremely friendly and helpful staff. The location was central, making it easy to explore the town and conveniently close to amenities. The dining was superb with a good selection at excellent value. Overall, the hotel provided a comfortable stay with a wonderful Scottish hospitality touch.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, though slightly tired but still cozy.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent with extremely friendly and helpful staff offering true Scottish hospitality.

Location

9.0

The location was central, making it easy to explore the town and conveniently close to amenities.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was superb with a good selection at excellent value.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offered all the necessary facilities for a comfortable stay.

Friendly Staff

Slightly Tired Rooms

Angus

United Kingdom, April 2023

8.2/10

The hotel's location in the centre of Selkirk is great, allowing for a lovely and convenient stay with attentive service. The rooms may show their age slightly, but they are spacious and clean, offering a comfortable ambiance. The dining options are top-notch, especially the Angus beef, worth every penny.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms, although overlooking the main road, were spacious and clean, even though some minor maintenance issues were present.

Service

7.0

Location

9.0

The hotel's central location in Selkirk allows for a pleasant experience, with the added perk of being pet-friendly and accommodating to guests bringing in their food and alcohol.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was excellent, especially with the delicious steak pies and spot-on cooked breakfast, proving to be worth every penny.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers various amenities, including pet facilities, housekeeping, and tours/ticket assistance, ensuring a pleasant stay.

Spacious rooms

Minor maintenance issues