Kelso Abbey Tours

There's a lot we can learn about the past from observing old ruins. Travel back through history and reflect on times gone by at Kelso Abbey.

This once-important structure is often on the itineraries of visitors to Kelso. But Kelso Abbey isn't the only highlight in the area. Floors Castle, Kelso Racecourse, and Smailholm Tower are some other worthwhile sights close by.

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Murrayfield Hotel

Murrayfield Hotel

3 out of 5
Murrayfield
Price was $2,549, price is now $1,686 per person
$1,686
per person
May 11 - May 16
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Edinburgh (EDI)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Beautiful room, great staff

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

The Ben Doran Guest House

The Ben Doran Guest House

4 out of 5
Newington
Price was $2,709, price is now $1,779 per person
$1,779
per person
May 11 - May 16
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Edinburgh (EDI)
8.2/10 Very Good! (475 reviews)
I was up on the 2nd floor so had to go up a lot of stairs with my heavy suitcase. The shower didn't function well. The water was either very hot or very cold.

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2024

Eleven Stafford Street Townhouse

Eleven Stafford Street Townhouse

4 out of 5
West End
Price was $2,700, price is now $1,819 per person
$1,819
per person
May 11 - May 16
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Edinburgh (EDI)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (611 reviews)
Staff were super helpful, mailed back a charger that I left at the accommodation! Staff were super helpful by text when I had questions about check in. Only downside was that room was incredibly small and the bathroom in particular was a struggle to use with the limited space.

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

Popular places to visit

Beautiful 'hot border' in the wonderful walled garden of Floors Castle, Scotland.

Floors Castle

You can browse the exhibits at Floors Castle, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Kelso. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Floors Castle
Smailholm tower

Smailholm Tower

You can find out about the history of Kelso with a visit to Smailholm Tower. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Smailholm Tower
The River Tweed with Coldstream Bridge in the background.

Henderson Park

Explore the great outdoors at Henderson Park, a lovely green space in Coldstream. Take in the museums while you're in the area.

Henderson Park
It's a nice place less popular than Melrose Abbey but also very beautiful. I didn't have perfect conditions but I did my best to give some idea about this place. You need to buy a ticket to get inside and there is no access early in the morning or late evening.

Dryburgh Abbey

You can find out about the history of Melrose with a visit to Dryburgh Abbey. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Dryburgh Abbey

Borders Abbeys Way

You can take time to visit Borders Abbeys Way during your travels to Kelso. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its bars.

Borders Abbeys Way

Kelso Old Parish Church

Kelso Old Parish Church is just one of the places to see in Kelso, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Kelso Old Parish Church

Best Lodging Options Near Kelso Abbey

Ednam House Hotel

Ednam House Hotel

3 out of 5
Bridge St Kelso Scotland
Ednam House Hotel
SCHLOSS Roxburghe, part of Destination by Hyatt

SCHLOSS Roxburghe, part of Destination by Hyatt

5 out of 5
Heiton Kelso Scotland
SCHLOSS Roxburghe, part of Destination by Hyatt
Dryburgh Abbey Hotel

Dryburgh Abbey Hotel

3 out of 5
St Boswells Melrose Scotland
Dryburgh Abbey Hotel
The Border Hotel

The Border Hotel

3 out of 5
Kirk Yetholm Kelso Scotland
The Border Hotel
Buccleuch Arms

Buccleuch Arms

4 out of 5
The Green Melrose Scotland
Buccleuch Arms
The Royal Hotel

The Royal Hotel

3 out of 5
21-23 Cannongate Jedburgh Scotland
The Royal Hotel
George and Abbotsford Hotel

George and Abbotsford Hotel

3.5 out of 5
High Street Melrose Scotland
George and Abbotsford Hotel
Larkhall Burn

Larkhall Burn

3.5 out of 5
Burn Wynd Jedburgh Scotland
Larkhall Burn
The Townhouse Hotel

The Townhouse Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Market Square Melrose Scotland
The Townhouse Hotel
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