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Barony Castle Hotel | 4-Star Scottish Borders Venue
Barony Castle Hotel is a distinguished 4-star establishment rooted in over 400 years of Scottish heritage. Originally constructed in the 16th century for the Murrays of Blackbarony, the castle has been meticulously transformed into a welcoming venue that blends historical charm with modern comforts. Located just 35 minutes south of Edinburgh within 25 acres of tranquil Scottish Borders countryside, we offer 82 uniquely appointed bedrooms, including family rooms and pet-friendly accommodations, alongside six luxurious suites. Our award-winning 1536 Restaurant, led by Head Chef David Fulton, focuses on locally sourced produce with a commitment to sustainability, having earned the Healthy Living Award.The hotel's extensive leisure facilities include an indoor pool, sauna, gym, and landscaped grounds ideal for weddings and corporate events. With dedicated spaces like the Elibank Suite for up to 110 guests and a historic outdoor altar licensed for civil ceremonies, we specialize in creating memorable experiences ranging from intimate gatherings to grand celebrations. The team at Barony Castle Hotel combines centuries-old hospitality traditions with contemporary service standards to ensure guest satisfaction across accommodation, dining, and event hosting.
Services
Accommodation
Wedding Venue
Restaurant
Leisure Facilities
Meeting Rooms
Event Hosting
Dining
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Highlights and features
- Over 400 years of hospitality heritage in a historic Scottish castle
- Award-winning 1536 Restaurant with locally sourced sustainable cuisine
- Dedicated wedding coordinators for flawlessly executed events
- 25 acres of scenic woodland and castle grounds for photography
- Comprehensive leisure facilities including indoor pool and gym
Associations and certifications
- AA 4 star hotel
- Rosette awarded restaurant
What people say
Stunning venue
Outstanding service
Delicious food
Perfect wedding setting
Historic charm
Services
Accommodation
Offering 82 uniquely decorated bedrooms including classic doubles, twin rooms, family suites, and pet-friendly options. Each room features modern amenities while preserving historic character with views across the castle estate, gardens, and Scottish Borders countryside. Modern comforts include complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee making facilities. The six luxury suites provide enhanced space and premium features for special occasions.
Wedding Venue
Hosting weddings from intimate gatherings to grand celebrations with multiple venue options. Features include a 16th-century outdoor altar licensed for civil ceremonies, multiple function suites accommodating up to 250 guests, and dedicated wedding coordinators. Services include custom menu design, accommodation for wedding parties, and comprehensive event planning support with preferred suppliers.
Restaurant
1536 Restaurant offers seasonal menus crafted from locally sourced ingredients by award-winning Head Chef David Fulton. The Blue Dug Bar provides lighter fare with extensive whisky collection. Special menus include vegan, gluten-free, and children's options. Guests can enjoy afternoon tea service and themed dining events throughout the year.
Leisure Facilities
Modern wellness amenities include a 10-metre indoor pool with whirlpool bath, sauna, and heated loungers. Fully equipped Technogym fitness center with cardiovascular and strength-training equipment. Complimentary access for hotel guests with scheduled maintenance hours. Grounds feature woodland walks and scenic vistas across the Scottish Borders.
Meeting Rooms
Four dedicated meeting spaces with natural daylight and capacity for up to 200 delegates. Equipped with LCD screens, audio-visual technology, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Day and residential packages available with customizable catering options. Includes team-building activities in surrounding grounds and 100 parking spaces.
Questions
What wedding packages are available at Barony Castle Hotel?
We offer two wedding packages: The Baroniaal Package for larger events and The Castle Package for more intimate celebrations. Both include accommodation, dining options, and coordination services.
Can I host non-wedding events at Barony Castle?
Yes, we accommodate corporate events, private parties, and special occasions with customizable packages for meetings, conferences, and social gatherings.
What dining options exist for non-residents?
Our 1536 Restaurant and Blue Dug Bar welcome guests without accommodation bookings. We offer seasonal menus, afternoon tea, and special event dining experiences.
Are pets allowed in the hotel rooms?
Yes, we provide pet-friendly accommodation in a limited number of rooms with specific guidelines and additional cleaning charges.
How accessible is Barony Castle from Edinburgh?
The hotel is located 17 miles (35 minutes) south of Edinburgh City bypass with easy access via major roadways and public transportation options.
What leisure facilities are available to guests?
We offer an indoor pool with whirlpool bath, sauna, gym with Technogym equipment, and extensive grounds for walking and photography.
Reviews (7)
Tommy Stewart
Jan 05, 2022
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Staff great,room good,breakfast one of the best,leisure side a little tired but sign of times regarding covid with hospitality budgets.would stay again.
Bethany Daire
Dec 26, 2021
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My partner and I went for the Boxing Day Carvery. Although all the staff were extremely pleasant and welcoming, the food was average at best and we felt not worth the 70 pre-paid menu, plus drink(s) were required to be bought on top. Also, the ambiance seemed jumbled and not that festive, all emphasised by us only staying for an hour for the whole meal. Extremely disappointed and will not be recommending.
Lisa Gresham
Dec 01, 2021
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We had a lovely one night stay here, all of the staff were excellent! Nice room with a comfortable bed, excellent food and service. We unfortunately didnt have chance to use the leisure facilities, however if we stayed again we definitely would use the pool, it looked lovely!
Mark Sneddon
Nov 28, 2021
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2 night stay for 2. Warm friendly welcome at check-in. Now it's at this point it's worth noting that this hotel is an older listed building, albeit with modern amenities. At the time of our visit it was going through a fair bit of restoration. (Some rooms included.)
Fortunately we were on first floor, as lift was out of order. (no drama for us)
We were accommodated at rear of hotel. The room was a double + single but was clean & warm & although the decor was a tad tired, we actually like this about old style hotels. We had D/B+B both days & must point out the food was way above our expectations
Fortunately we were on first floor, as lift was out of order. (no drama for us)
We were accommodated at rear of hotel. The room was a double + single but was clean & warm & although the decor was a tad tired, we actually like this about old style hotels. We had D/B+B both days & must point out the food was way above our expectations
Robert Morley
Nov 01, 2021
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Listed as a 3 star hotel. Staff work very hard bringing top service to visitors. Public areas are pretty fair condition, ourvroom was a bit " tired" and in need of a bit more time being spent in housekeeping. This Hotel given a bit more "tender loving care" could re- gain its 4 star rating. Thanks for your services on our stay and good luck in your way upward again.
Joe Campbell
Oct 28, 2021
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Disabled room , blocked shower ,dirty and marked walls. Paid for upgrade and got supposed better room , shower control came off in my hand , door couldn't be locked, shower head was hanging, toilet room holder was falling off wall as was door hook in bathroom and to top it all off , unplugged my partners phone and the double socket started coming away from the wall. All reported to reception , nookie of speaking to management just sorry well get maintenance to have a look and they had check to charge for upgrade. Over 2 days I heard two other couples complain about room facilities when checking
Jo Seawright
Oct 06, 2021
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Very tired, our room was quite dirty in places. We had a suite for a special occasion. Half the furniture was missing, what was there was either inadequate, uncomfortable or so battered it needed to be skipped. Broken window frames, unable to close properly, flaking paint, spiders and cobwebs all over the windows obviously not cleaned regularly. (Really large spider camping out next to the loo )
Wall paper peeling off in places. One window blind broken. Somewhat stingy with the kettle provisions, and many more issues. Was not anywhere near the advertised standard. When we complained the
Wall paper peeling off in places. One window blind broken. Somewhat stingy with the kettle provisions, and many more issues. Was not anywhere near the advertised standard. When we complained the
