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Kingsknowes Hotel: Traveller Reviews

Selkirk Rd, Galashiels TD1 3HY, Scotland
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Kingsknowes Hotel
Ranked #2 of 3 hotels in Galashiels
4.0 of 5 stars 21 Reviews
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Melrose, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Good food”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2012

This is good quality food,there were 3 of us and of the 3 starters and 3 mains only one course didnt hit the the spot, with my 19 year old daughter (tasted good to me !)
The reason for the high quality of food is the limited menu,good as it is I dont know you would go to often with just one special.
All that sound negative its not ,the food was fresh and tasty the veg were perfect,my daughter even commented on the flavour and texture of her potatoes!
The rissoto with my sea bream was creamy ,arborial perfection,my wife had a good selection of veggie food.
The test for me is would I go back---yes without a doubt.
Try to get a table away from the window if its a cold night,even with double glazing and a radiator it was chilly but it was a very cold frosty night
Staff were relaxed but attentive and friendly

  • Stayed February 2012, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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UK
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
“EXCELLENT”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 November 2011

Excellent thank you for making our weekend memorable the honeymoon site was beautiful. Sharon you made us relly

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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18 reviews 18 reviews
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29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
“Stayed here for work purposes”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 November 2011
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I stayed here for one night for work, the staff were fantastic a real asset to the team. There is a small grey haired waitress on at night she did everything to accomodate us even though she was rushed off her feet and a young blonde girl was lovely as well. The room itself was on the top floor a bit of an attic room to be honest quite small and the bathroom was old and made funny noises and the taps would take a while to have water come through once turned on but this is an old house and to be expected.It was a single room and at £69 good value really, it had a tv with digital and hairdryer and dressing table so all you need really. I wouldnt be too happy if i got the room for a weekend event with my partner though but suited what i needed it for. One thing is i think the kettle needs changed it a very old fashioned massive thing and i found it quite clunky a nice little travel one would be perfect, also some hot chocolate in the drinks in room would be icing on cake as i dont like tea or coffee! I also found the bedding frustrating, two sheets a tiny quilt and a over throw.. Please be done with the old fashioned B&B bedding and get a nice duvet please. All in all a very clean comfy room and a good nights sleep. Breakfast was served by a lovely lady she was accomodating and even let me borrow her newspaper. Check in and out was done with ease and i will certinaly go back with my partner on a social aspect rather than a meeting booking.

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  • Stayed November 2011, travelled on business
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Preston, United Kingdom
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“An Excllent Hotel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 November 2011
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I stay in hotels most weeks due to work, mainly Premier Inns and Main Chain hotels, however I was fortunate to stay in this gem!!! The food was excellent, both in the evening and breakfast. The rooms were furnished to a great standard, the staff were friendly and attentive.
It is a place I am looking forward to coming back to a relaxing weekend break, just a perfect place.

  • Stayed October 2011, travelled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Liverpool
2 reviews
“Great Hotel!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 November 2011

I stayed at this Hotel for 5 nights and I can honestly say that it was a really pleasurable experience. I ate their every night and found the food excellent. It was all fresh and cooked to perfection. The breakfast was superb, just the thing to set you up for the day head.
The staff are very friendly and accomodating, nothing was too much trouble and they were a credit to the hotel.
My room was clean and had everything I needed for my stay. The views and the gardens were beautiful and the conservatory had grapes hanging off the vine!
You could really be picky and say that some things needed replacing or refurbishing, but It didn't affect my stay. Also you had to drive through a housing estate which was a bit bizare, but again, it didn't affect my stay.
If you are looking for a friendly hotel and good food/service, you won't go wrong here. I will definately be returning!!

  • Stayed October 2011, travelled on business
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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  • Kingsknowes Hotel Galashiels
Address: Selkirk Rd, Galashiels TD1 3HY, Scotland
Price range (per night):* 111 AUD - 226 AUD

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