Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso

Family-run hotel since 1769 on Kelso's historic cobbled square

Accommodations

Cross Keys Hotel, Kelso offers unique and individually characterized bedrooms, including four-poster and superior double rooms. Guests can select from family two-bedroom suites or classic double rooms, each with an en suite bathroom and a flat-screen TV. Some rooms overlook the cobbled square, and the hotel provides dog-friendly accommodations in specific rooms.

Dining & Entertainment

The on-site Saddlers Restaurant serves dinner menus that highlight locally sourced ingredients, with options like homemade steak pie and seasonal ravioli. A full Scottish or continental breakfast is offered each morning, and the bar features regular live Scottish music sessions, including ceilidh music on Thursdays. Guests can also order from a special diet menu and enjoy wine, champagne, or kids' meals.

Activities & Recreation

The hotel provides a fitness center, a games room with table tennis and darts, and bicycle rental for exploring the Scottish Borders. Guests can join in billiards, evening entertainment, and live sports events, or take advantage of the shared lounge/TV area. Outdoor activities such as cycling, hiking, fishing, and golf are accessible nearby.

Location & Parking

Cross Keys Hotel is situated on Kelso's historic square, a 2-minute walk from Kelso Abbey and within an 8-minute walk of the 18th-century Floors Castle. Free parking is available on-site with accessible and street parking options, and the hotel offers car hire for guests. Attractions such as Jedburgh Abbey and Northumberland National Park are within a 20-minute drive.

Business & Events

The hotel includes meeting and banquet facilities, along with fax/photocopying services for business travelers. With a 24-hour front desk and private check-in/check-out, large groups and events are accommodated efficiently. The property also provides luggage storage and laundry and ironing services.

• Location: Kelso historic square, 2 min walk to Kelso Abbey, 8 min to Floors Castle
• Rooms: Unique individually characterized bedrooms, family two-bedroom suites, superior doubles
• Dining: Saddlers Restaurant with locally sourced produce, live music sessions
• Recreation: Fitness center, games room, bicycle rental, billiards
• Pet Policy: Dog-friendly accommodations in select rooms
• Business: Meeting/banquet facilities, 24-hour front desk, private check-in/check-out