Galashiels
Places to stay in Galashiels, Scottish Borders
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Galashiels is a town in the Scottish Borders, historically known for its textiles industry. It sits on the River Tweed in a river valley landscape and serves as a working town for the surrounding region.
Where to stay in Galashiels(5)
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The Watson Lodge Guest House is a guest accommodation with strong reviews. The Salmon Inn is a hotel in the town, while Tweedbank offers bed and breakfast accommodation. For those seeking a country setting nearby, Clovenfords Country Inn is located close by and Monorene Guest House provides another guest accommodation option in the area.
Things to Do in Galashiels
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Attractions Near Galashiels
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1 mi
Abbotsford
Melrose · ⭐ 4.7
4 mi
Trimontium Heritage Centre
Melrose · ⭐ 4.8
4 mi
Lochcarron of Scotland Visitor Centre
Selkirk · ⭐ 4.6
6 mi
Philiphaugh Salmon Viewing Centre
Selkirk · ⭐ 4.2
6 mi
Bowhill Stables
Selkirk · ⭐ 5.0
7 mi
Bowhill House and County Estate
Selkirk · ⭐ 4.6
7 mi
Thirlestane Castle
Lauder · ⭐ 4.6
10 mi
Traquair House
Traquair · ⭐ 4.8
Camping in Galashiels
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Gibson Park Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
⭐ 4.6
Melrose Gibson Park Club Campsite
⭐ 4.6 · from £22/night
Victoria Caravan Park
⭐ 4.2 · from £20/night
Roulotte Retreat
⭐ 4.9
Thirlestane Castle Caravan and Camping Park
⭐ 4.6 · from £30/night
The Onstead Certificated Site
⭐ 4.9
Tweedside Caravan Park
⭐ 4.4 · from £18/night
Lilliardsedge Holiday Park and Golf Course
⭐ 4.5
Self-Catering Cottages in Galashiels
All cottages in Galashiels →Lower Canterbury House
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £483
The Hen Hoose
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £383
Saddlers Cottage
2 bed · sleeps 5 · from £543
Stable Lodge
2 bed · sleeps 5 · from £503
Dingleton 45
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £561
Nether Whitlaw Cottage
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £767
The Five Turrets
4 bed · sleeps 8 · from £1,111
Stone Mill
4 bed · sleeps 6 · from £2,419
Common questions about Galashiels
Where can I stay in Galashiels?
We list 5 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Galashiels.
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