Reviews of Balcary House Hotel
Buccleuch Road, Hawick, TD9 0EH, United Kingdom
#20 of 40 hotels in Hawick
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 595 hotel reviews
8.6Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.3
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Comfort
9.3
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Location
9.1
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Facilities
8.6
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Staff
8.8
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Value for money
8.5
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Free WiFi
7.2
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Reviewed: 11 June 2024
David
United Kingdom58 reviews1 helpful vote8.0“A quiet, secluded place to stay in a large country house just outside Hawick.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Super King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Bathroom shower was functional.
Excellent breakfast. Location was very quiet and secluded.
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: 10 June 2024
Alison
United Kingdom1 review10“An excellent stay.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • King Suite with Balcony
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
There was nothing we didn't like. We couldn't find fault with anything.
Perfect location with a great outlook. Lovely friendly staff.and good food making a very comfortable stay.
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: 8 June 2024
Sarah
United Kingdom2 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Lovely staff
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 29 May 2024
Judith
Australia18 reviews8.0“Loved having a chat with Bob about the Australian connections to the house.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Suite with Balcony
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Lovely house and room. Good breakfast
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Virginia
United Kingdom37 reviews3 helpful votes9.0“Comfortable and convivial”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Suite with Balcony
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
We stayed in room 5 and we could hear the conversation from Room 6 very clearly through the walls. It was quiet at night though so not a problem. The room wasn’t made up on our second day but there were apologies for this.
Set in beautiful grounds, within walking distance if Town Centre. Reception was very helpful. Good recommendations for places to eat in town. Lovely breakfast. Would stay again
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 25 May 2024
Alison
United Kingdom12 reviews9.0“Very enjoyable”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Apartment
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
We really enjoyed our stay, beautiful area.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Margaret
United Kingdom2 reviews8.0“If you want a quiet place to relax this is definitely a place to consider”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Super King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Staff whom were serving breakfast, table wasn’t set, seemed like they were in a guddle, brought us our tea and coffee without any milk, sat for about 10 minutes before someone was back on the floor in the dining room, coffee and tea was then cold, brought our toast…. No butter, again waited around 10 mins again! Staff member told us there had been mistakes made that morning. However… breakfast was piping hot and delicious
Beautiful countryside, it was quiet 🤫 and peaceful,
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Linda
United Kingdom2 reviews10“relaxing and friendly staff beautiful interior”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
bed would've been better if it was a larger, divan bed , as the mattress was smaller than the wooden slatted bed frame and the gap between the mattress and base of frame had to be padded out with some cushions. as it's a honeymoon suite, fresh flowers would've been a lovely touch
breakfast was sent to my room on the morning of my wedding, staff were very friendly and no trouble to help out when I needed it. beautifully decorated.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 12 May 2024
Jill
United Kingdom54 reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Pleasant and comfortable.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Friendly and helpful staff, always available to answer any questions. Good sized bedroom. Breakfast was just right with quick service and lovely person serving.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 12 May 2024
Julian
United Kingdom32 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Suite with Balcony
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Beautiful old charm house in extensive gardens.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 12 May 2024
Mulhearn
United Kingdom10 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Apartment
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Beautiful & tranquil location with accomodating hosts.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 2 May 2024
Anne
United Kingdom9 reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Ice machine or guest fridge would be useful
Beautiful setting. Peaceful grounds. Delicious breakfast served by cheery personable staff. Best bacon I've ever had and appreciated Bob the chef taking time to tell us about the history of the house.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 2 May 2024
Hobson
United Kingdom1 review10Exceptional- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Had to rush breakfast a little as earliest was 8am and had to be out by 8.20 so no cooked breakfast. TV a bit on the small side for size of room
Quite, hidden location. Very classy decor mix of modern and designer. Beds, linen and towels were exceptional. Staff friendly.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 30 April 2024
Ray
New Zealand11 reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Great location and beautiful grounds.”- • Couple
- • King Suite with Balcony
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The rooms are lovely. The breakfast was top notch and Bob the chef/manager, is a pure gent. The ladies in the dining room are all very polite. Sue, the owner is very friendly, her husband, not so much. We kind of got the feeling we were intruding. Lovely friendly dogs running around the grounds.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 10 April 2024
Beverly
United Kingdom2 reviews9.0“Overall it provided our needs fully.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Perhaps a slightly more friendly welcome when we arrived would have created a better impression to suit the rest of the stay.
Clean. Nice setting. Handy for town. Chef and staff excellent. Comfy beds. Good showers.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 10 April 2024
Donna
United Kingdom10 reviews9.0“Great for dogs and beautiful breakfast!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Apartment
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
When contacting hotel, male who answered phone was very abrupt and not particularly friendly- all the other staff we met in the hotel were lovely, particularly the waitress who served our breakfast.
Spacious for the dogs and easy to take them out.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Ajay
United Kingdom1 review8.0“Beautiful stay in a remote location.”- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing.
The facilities and breakfast were exceptional.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 31 March 2024
Carolyn
United Kingdom15 reviews8.0“Good location and friendly breakfast staff.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Although there was a bar/room snack menu no one mentioned it and I’m not sure if it was available. The door to the bar was open but it was empty and since it wasn’t mentioned at check in I don’t actually know if it was open or not.
The location was great, plenty of space for our car. The breakfast and staff in the breakfast room were lovely.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 27 March 2024
Laura
United Kingdom1 review10“Great stay would recommend”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • King Suite with Balcony
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Lovely clean rooms that smelt really nice , comfy beds, quiet and great breakfast
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 17 March 2024
Anthony
United Kingdom31 reviews8.0“A relaxing stay which we enjoyed”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Difficult to read a book in the evening as the lighting was 'low' Had this been a working stay it would have been problematic. Mood lighting is fine if you just want to watch TV
The room was spotlessly clean, comfortable and the breakfast was delicious. The hotel was very well situated for the places we wished to visit and provided an ideal base for our 3 night stay
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 11 March 2024
Sheona
United Kingdom14 reviews3 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
All good
Loved the decor and curtains. It's was quite grand with lots of plaster detailing. Just gorgeous. Beds are so comfy. Quiet and peaceful surroundings. Friendly hosts and staff.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 7 March 2024
Joy
United Kingdom5 reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Suite with Balcony
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Loved everything
Beautiful grounds
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 7 March 2024
James
United Kingdom1 review9.0Superb- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • King Suite with Balcony
- • Stayed 1 night
The couple were so nice. I arrived late and the kitchen was closed, but they still made me a sandwich and bits.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 4 March 2024
Jennifer
United Kingdom4 reviews10“Perfect to take my mum away for the night. Loved the history of the building. Very clean and loved the room. Thank you”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Extremely clean, comfy bed & delicious breakfast.
Stayed in February 2024
