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Barony Castle Hotel

Historic Hotels |

High Medieval to Renaissance

3-Star |

Old Manse Road, Eddleston, Eddleston, Eddleston, United Kingdom, EH45 8QW

$107.00 /night for 2 adults View Deal

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$107.00 /night for 2 adults View Deal

Highlights

Awarded with four AA Rosettes by The AA British motoring association

Recognized as a member of VisitScotland's Green Tourism Scheme

Popular Amenities

Garden
Bar
Restaurants
English
Bicycles
Wheelchair accessible
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
Internet
Internet services
Wi-Fi in public areas
Fishing
Fitness center
Game room
Garden
Gym/fitness
Hiking
Horseback riding
Massage
On-site entertainment
Sauna
Spa
Spa/sauna
Swimming pool
Swimming pool [indoor]
Swimming pool [outdoor]
Anti-viral cleaning products
Body thermometer
Breakfast in room
Breakfast takeaway service
Cashless payment service
Daily disinfection in all rooms
Daily disinfection in common areas
Doctor/nurse on call
First aid kit
Free face masks
Guest rooms seal after sanitization
Hand sanitizer
Hotel room service app
Hot water linen and laundry washing
Individually-wrapped food options
Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
Professional-grade sanitizing services
Protective screens in common areas
Room sanitization opt-out available
Rooms sanitized between stays
Safe dining setup
Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
Shared stationery removed
Staff trained in safety protocol
Temperature check for guests and staff
Alternative meal arrangement
Bar
Breakfast [buffet]
Breakfast [continental]
Kitchen
Restaurants
Room service [24-hour]
Vending machine
Business facilities
Contactless check-in/out
Daily housekeeping
Doorman
Elevator
Facilities for disabled guests
Food delivery
Heating in public area
Invoice provided
Ironing service
Lockers
Luggage storage
Meeting/banquet facilities
Safety deposit boxes
Shared lounge/TV area
Smoke-free property
Smoking area
Terrace
Xerox/fax in business center
Family/child friendly
Family room
Kids meal
Golf course (within 3 km)
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Check-in [24-hour]
Dog-friendly
Fire extinguisher
Front desk [24-hour]
Non-smoking rooms
pet bowls
Pet-friendly [charges apply]
Pets allowed
Security [24-hour]
Service animals are welcome
Smoke alarms
Car park [free of charge]
Car park [on-site]
Taxi service
Air conditioning
Carpeting
Closet
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Free bottled water
Hair dryer
Ironing facilities
Private bathroom
Shower
Smoke detector
Telephone
Toiletries
TV [flat screen]

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Overview

Barony Castle Hotel sits amid the beautiful landscape of the Scottish Borders, the large and diverse region that comprised of domains between the two kingdoms. The hotel itself is a historic 16th-century Scottish baronial castle set within landscaped gardens and woodland. Here, guests can experience a blend of traditional architecture with modern comforts, staying individually styled rooms and taking advantage of present-day dining and wellness amenities. Savor the delicious cuisine at award-winning 1536 Restaurant, and explore the estate’s cultural attractions like the Great Polish Map of Scotland. Local adventures are plentiful, including loch cruises and woodland hikes. The hotel is also popular as an events venue, hosting weddings, conferences, and even its own events.

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Old Manse Road, Eddleston, Eddleston, Eddleston, United Kingdom, EH45 8QW

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Local Info

Peebles

(7.9 km)

The Old Penicuik House

(16.7 km)

Drochil Castle Farm

(15.2 km)

Nearest Airport

(36.5 km)

Nearest Transport Terminal

(700 m)

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History

Barony Castle Hotel began its existence as Darnhall, one of the fortified dwellings in the early 15th century that dotted the Tweeddale Valley. In 1506, John Murray of Fallahill was granted the neighboring estate of Faltoun by King James IV and became Laird of Blackbarony. After his death, his son Andrew expanded their domain into Darnhall, eventually building a tower house in 1536 that would become Barony Castle. The estate stayed in the hands of the Murrays for the next centuries, expanding their manor and developing the estate as each new Laird took over.

The estate’s most significant transformation took place between 1700 and 1715, when Sir Alexander Murray renovated the mansion with a French Jacobean facade that we still see today. Later in 1771, the property would be passed on to another Murray family, known as the Murrays of Elibank. They restored the property and made their own expansions, particularly the family wing, which now holds the hotel’s dining hall and kitchens.

The Murrays of Elibank sold the estate in 1926, and the owner at the time converted Darnhall into a hotel. However, it was requisitioned during the Second World War for Britain’s Polish allies, serving as a military college and headquarters. The land turned back into a hotel after the war, rechristened as The Blackbarony Hotel. Unfortunately, a fire in 1983 damaged many parts of the castle, but after painstaking refurbishments, it was restored and reopened.

The sleek facade of Barony Castle Agoda

Design and Architecture

Barony Castle’s architecture follows the classic 16th-century Scottish baronial manor style. Originally a tower house built in 1536, it retains aspects such as solid stone walls and a central building with towers. Another notable element is the various details that evoke the status of the Murrays, typical of rural aristocratic residences of the era. Around 1700–1715, Sir Alexander Murray added a Jacobean-inspired French facade, inspired by elegant châteaux, and it remains a defining visual feature of the building today.

Inside and around the castle, the aesthetics depict the property’s evolution from family home to hotel. Nineteenth- and early-twentieth-century additions include the family wing, which is now the dining and kitchen spaces, as well as the bachelors wing. While a tragic fire in 1983 resulted in the destruction of parts of the manor, intense restoration work has revived the castle’s historic beauty. Added with the restorations are accessibility features, addressing the vital needs of modern guests. These include ramps, adjusted facilities, and wheelchair-friendly bathrooms.

Scottish baronial exterior of the castle Agoda

Amenities

Popular Amenities

Garden
Bar
Restaurants
English
Bicycles
Wheelchair accessible
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
Internet
Internet services
Wi-Fi in public areas
Fishing
Fitness center
Game room
Garden
Gym/fitness
Hiking
Horseback riding
Massage
On-site entertainment
Sauna
Spa
Spa/sauna
Swimming pool
Swimming pool [indoor]
Swimming pool [outdoor]
Anti-viral cleaning products
Body thermometer
Breakfast in room
Breakfast takeaway service
Cashless payment service
Daily disinfection in all rooms
Daily disinfection in common areas
Doctor/nurse on call
First aid kit
Free face masks
Guest rooms seal after sanitization
Hand sanitizer
Hotel room service app
Hot water linen and laundry washing
Individually-wrapped food options
Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
Professional-grade sanitizing services
Protective screens in common areas
Room sanitization opt-out available
Rooms sanitized between stays
Safe dining setup
Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
Shared stationery removed
Staff trained in safety protocol
Temperature check for guests and staff
Alternative meal arrangement
Bar
Breakfast [buffet]
Breakfast [continental]
Kitchen
Restaurants
Room service [24-hour]
Vending machine
Business facilities
Contactless check-in/out
Daily housekeeping
Doorman
Elevator
Facilities for disabled guests
Food delivery
Heating in public area
Invoice provided
Ironing service
Lockers
Luggage storage
Meeting/banquet facilities
Safety deposit boxes
Shared lounge/TV area
Smoke-free property
Smoking area
Terrace
Xerox/fax in business center
Family/child friendly
Family room
Kids meal
Golf course (within 3 km)
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Check-in [24-hour]
Dog-friendly
Fire extinguisher
Front desk [24-hour]
Non-smoking rooms
pet bowls
Pet-friendly [charges apply]
Pets allowed
Security [24-hour]
Service animals are welcome
Smoke alarms
Car park [free of charge]
Car park [on-site]
Taxi service
Air conditioning
Carpeting
Closet
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Free bottled water
Hair dryer
Ironing facilities
Private bathroom
Shower
Smoke detector
Telephone
Toiletries
TV [flat screen]

Services and conveniences

Business facilities
Contactless check-in/out
Daily housekeeping
Doorman
Elevator
Facilities for disabled guests
Food delivery
Heating in public area
Invoice provided
Ironing service
Lockers
Luggage storage
Meeting/banquet facilities
Safety deposit boxes
Shared lounge/TV area
Smoke-free property
Smoking area
Xerox/fax in business center

Cleanliness and safety

Anti-viral cleaning products
Body thermometer
Breakfast in room
Breakfast takeaway service
Cashless payment service
Doctor/nurse on call
First aid kit
Free face masks
Hand sanitizer
Hotel room service app
Individually-wrapped food options
Professional-grade sanitizing services
Room sanitization opt-out available
Rooms sanitized between stays
Safe dining setup
Shared stationery removed

Access

CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Check-in [24-hour]
Dog-friendly
Fire extinguisher
Front desk [24-hour]
Non-smoking rooms
pet bowls
Pet-friendly [charges apply]
Pets allowed
Security [24-hour]
Service animals are welcome
Smoke alarms

Available in all rooms

Carpeting
Closet
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Free bottled water
Hair dryer
Ironing facilities
Private bathroom
Shower
Smoke detector
Telephone
Toiletries
TV [flat screen]

Things to do, ways to relax

Fishing
Fitness center
Game room
Gym/fitness
Hiking
Horseback riding
Massage
On-site entertainment
Spa
Spa/sauna
Swimming pool [indoor]
Swimming pool [outdoor]

Dining, drinking, and snacking

Alternative meal arrangement
Breakfast [buffet]
Breakfast [continental]
Kitchen
Restaurants
Room service [24-hour]
Vending machine

Internet access

Internet
Internet services
Wi-Fi in public areas

For the kids

Family/child friendly
Family room
Kids meal

Getting around

Car park [on-site]
Taxi service

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Restaurants

Languages spoken

English

Outdoor

Bicycles

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible

Dining

1536 Restaurant

The hotel’s main dining venue is the 1536 Restaurant, named after the year the original castle was built, and winner of four AA Rosettes. It’s known for seasonal menus made with locally sourced ingredients. Aside from Scottish cuisine, the kitchen also caters to a range of tastes and dietary needs, including vegan and gluten-free.

Breakfast: Monday to Friday: 7:30 am – 10 am; Saturday & Sunday: 8 am - 10:30 am
Dinner: 6 pm - 9 pm

Afternoon Tea

Served daily every midday, guests can look forward to a lovely selection of tea and coffee blends paired with delectable finger sandwiches, scones, and pastries.

Availability: 12 pm - 4 pm

Sunday Carvery & Roast

A beloved British tradition that has found resurgence in recent years, Barony Castle Hotel holds special carvery lunches on the first Sunday of each month, with unlimited Yorkshire puddings. For the rest, it will be a classic Sunday roast service.

Availability: 12 pm - 4 pm

Delectable dinners served at 1536 Restaurant Agoda

The Blue Dug Bar

The hotel’s bar serves snacks and informal meals, and drinks, with cozy spaces for socializing and hanging out throughout the day. Open from noon, you can pair your wines, beers, cocktails, and Scottish malt whiskies with tasty fare like burgers, pizzas, and salads.

The Murray Lounge

Savor your favorite drink and food while warmed by the crackling fireplace. This lovely lounge is perfect for spending time with friends, though it also livens up during game nights, with broadcasts shown on multiple large screens.

Grab a relaxing drink at the bars Agoda

Destination Wedding

Barony Castle gladly welcomes couples celebrating their special day as they offer full-service fairytale wedding venues set in the stunning Scottish Borders. The hotel’s wedding services emphasize personalized planning, carefully tailoring your event from start to finish. A dedicated wedding planner will be attached to your event, who will works with you down to every detail. They’ll handle the preparations, from the decor to the seasonal menus designed by the chef. The planner will also coordinate with partners, such as stylists, florists, and entertainment like bands, DJs, and ceilidhs.

Both indoor and outdoor ceremony locations can be tailored to your preferences. Couples can choose from historic event spaces like the Elibank Suite for intimate weddings or the larger Meldons Suite for bigger gatherings. Outdoor options include beautifully manicured lawns, a gazebo area, and a unique 16th-century outdoor altar at the foot of a yew grove. For even larger celebrations, a marquee can be arranged on the lawns to accommodate up to 250 guests.

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Events and Experiences

Cultural and Outdoor Experiences

Guests of Barony Castle Hotel will find they have numerous things to do during their stay. The hotel has on-site facilities designed for relaxation and wellness. Take a dip in the indoor swimming pool, or use its accompanying amenities such as the whirlpool bath, sauna, and heated loungers. Those who prefer a more intense workout can hit the fully equipped gym, which comes with cardiovascular and strength training equipment.

Before you head out, you can also explore the property as the estate and castle are themselves local cultural highlights. Amongst the landscaped gardens and woodland, there are maintained historic areas, such as the Great Polish Map of Scotland, a large outdoor three-dimensional concrete relief map of the country.

For your explorations and excursions, the hotel’s location in the Scottish Borders puts you close to numerous regional attractions and adventures. The lochs and rivers are available for canoeing, hiking, and mountain biking. The area is also dotted with historic houses and gardens, distilleries, and cultural venues like theaters and heritage sites in nearby towns.

The Great Polish Map of Scotland Agoda

Other Celebrations

Planning a corporate function while also making it a relaxing or fun retreat? Barony Castle Hotel offers a range of professional meeting and conference facilities set within its historic castle estate. The venues come in varied styles and configurations, such as the larger suites like the Meldon Suite and Elibank Suite, capable of accommodating up to around 200 delegates. The smaller boardroom and lounge spaces are suitable for more focused sessions and gatherings. If you really need a huge area, outdoor spaces and marquees can be set up on the estate grounds.

Barony Castle Hotel also runs scheduled social events and themed nights throughout the year. These happenings combine entertainment with local hospitality, and include themed party nights, tribute acts, live music evenings, and seasonal celebrations.

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Sustainability

Barony Castle Hotel is committed to operating in an environmentally responsible way and is a member of VisitScotland’s Green Tourism program. The hotel integrates sustainability into daily operations by reducing waste, recycling materials like paper, glass, batteries, and bulbs, using eco‑friendly cleaning products.

The management also encourages energy‑saving behaviours, monitors gas, electricity, and water consumption, and uses low‑energy lighting in public areas. Guests are invited to participate by conserving energy and water, reusing towels and linens, and exploring the local area sustainably by walking, cycling, or using public transport.