13 East Bowmont Street, Kelso, TD5 7DA, United Kingdom
#1 of 38 hotels in Kelso
Guests' ChoiceBased on 147 apartment reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.8
Facilities
9.7
Staff
9.6
Value for money
9.7
Free WiFi
10.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 25 April 2022
April
United KingdomNothing, it was all great.
Immaculate, very tastefully decorated and modern with all the facilities you could need.
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 25 February 2022
Martin
United KingdomI did not like the stairs to the upper bed room, we all found then difficult to navigate they felt very uneasy when using them. It would be better if it had a door to that room (maybe not possible due to lay out) as those who slept up there were disturbed by others using the kitchen.
We liked almost everything about our stay. the place was exceptionally clean and the hosts were very accommodating they let us park two cars on their land. I could not find fault at all with the property apart from see below. I would definitely stay here again and i would also recommend to others.
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 28 December 2021
Mark
United Kingdomnothing
just perfect stayed 4 night over Christmas. owners had tree and decorations up. place was immaculate.
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 7 December 2021
Janet
United KingdomYou could hear some traffic noise when in the bedroom as the apartment is on a main road but it didn't affect us too much.
Excellent location very close to restaurants and pubs. The spacious apartment was beautifully furnished. Everything you would need was there. Really enjoyed our stay. Simon even provided a photo of where to park the car. If we return to Kelso would definately stay again.
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 30 November 2021
Allan
United KingdomNothing to not like
Accommodation -----Cleanliness-----Location-----Apartment Facilities-----Access to Town Centre with excellent places to eat. Riverside Walks both long and short paths.
Stayed in November 2021
Reviewed: 8 November 2021
Mick
United KingdomAbsolutely stunning. Facilities were superb. We were a group of 2 couples and apartment was very spacious. Location right on the doorstep of restaurants, pubs and shops.
Stayed in November 2021
Reviewed: 4 November 2021
Eva
United KingdomNothing
Everything.
Stayed in October 2021
Reviewed: 11 October 2021
Rosemary
United KingdomNothing!!
The location was brilliant. The accommodation more than exceeded our expectation and we really want to stay again in the future.
Stayed in October 2021
Reviewed: 4 October 2021
Angela
United KingdomLocation - 20 minute walk to racecourse and excellent restaurant next door.
Stayed in October 2021
Reviewed: 19 September 2021
Paul
United KingdomThe small negative is in no way a reflection on the property nor the owners but situated on a corner of one of the main thoroughfares in Kelso, traffic noise (particularly of vehicles on the Kelso cobbles) may be a distraction for some people. The noise is really only evident in the bedroom when the rest of the house is quiet.
Considering that this property was booked last minute and was to a degree 'Hobson's choice', it was superb. Travelling down from a race meeting at Musselburgh to the Carlisle area, in order to continue our mini break, the choice available to us was very limited. The spacious property in Kelso was relatively expensive (for just two of us) but we had no choice. However, when we arrived we were delighted with what we found. Admittedly the cost reflected the fact that there were three double bedrooms, two superb en-suite shower rooms, a fabulous kitchen fitted out with everything that you could have wanted for a self-catering stay and a very comfortable lounge. Communication with the owner was superb throughout and the additional offer of a private parking space was much appreciated. Despite the cost we would definitely stay here again if travelling in the Scottish Borders. Additionally, Kelso is beautiful and there is a lot to do in the area.
Stayed in September 2021
Reviewed: 5 September 2021
Karen
United KingdomNothing, everything was absolutely perfect!
Before we arrived I received a message with all the details we would need for parking and gaining entry to the apartment. You have to go up one flight of stairs to gain entry and once in the apartment we were taken aback at how spacious the place is. It’s beautifully decorated throughout and absolutely spotless. There’s everything you need to make your stay comfortable and you could easily spend one to two weeks here as a base for exploring the Scottish Border towns and countryside. There’s 3 double bedrooms, one en-suite on the top level. The two bathrooms are immaculate, with fabulous shower stalls in each. The kitchen is fully stocked with pots, pans, utensils etc, everything you need to cook a meal and there’s a good range of cups, glasses, plates and bowls to eat and drink from. The whole place has been put together with excellent taste but still feels very comfortable. Thanks so much Simon and Julie for allowing us to stay in your apartment, we all agreed that we would definitely stay again should we return to the area.
Stayed in September 2021
Reviewed: 15 August 2021
Deborah
United KingdomNothing.
Great Apartment in excellent location - everything nearby. Good parking for the motorbikes. Simon was really helpful.
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: 25 July 2021
Sophie
United KingdomNOTHING!
Beautifully decorated and exceptionally clean apartment. Friendly and helpful host with great communication leading up to and including our stay.
Stayed in July 2021
Reviewed: 22 July 2021
Diane
United KingdomThe property is located on a corner adjacent to a roundabout. Traffic noise might be a problem for some although it did not disturb us.
The property is in an excellent location with shops, restaurants etc. within a few minutes walk. Everything was provided to make our stay comfortable and convenient and the apartment is exceptionally clean and in excellent decorative order. There was ample free parking across the road.
Stayed in July 2021
Reviewed: 22 July 2021
Brenda
United KingdomThere was no negative issues about our stay. A perfect property in a perfect location.
Proximity to town centre plus the apartment was very well equipped for catering.
Stayed in July 2021
Reviewed: 15 July 2021
Robert
United KingdomNothing
Everything
Stayed in July 2021
Reviewed: 13 July 2021
Torsten
United KingdomReally exceptional. Very well equipped and maintained flat. Very spacious. Pleasure to stay there for a week.
Stayed in July 2021
Reviewed: 13 June 2021
Christine
United KingdomNothing - this truly is a gem of a property.
Chic apartment in the heart of Kelso. Beautifully furnished, light bright spacious rooms. Exceptionally clean Comfortable beds and a well appointed kitchen. Situated within easy walking distance of all the sights and shops.
Stayed in June 2021
Reviewed: 12 September 2023
Gregory
AustraliaRoad noise in bedroom
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 30 July 2023
Debbie
United KingdomMore comfortable seating in lounge
Central position, cleanliness, friendly owner
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 22 June 2023
Margarette
United KingdomIt was not made evident that to access the apartment you had to climb a stairs. Also not at all keen on the very unusual floating stairs leading to the third bedroom. think they are a bit unsafe and only felt safe in my bare feet going up them. #Also the stairs were in the Kitchen, which which was very strange and there was no door to the bedroom, the whole are was open to the kitchen. Also no mirror up there, so you had to go downstairs and into the lounge to dry your hair.
Quite a quirky apartment, but nicely furnished and comfortable with good beds, and modern bathrooms with good showers. Location as very quiet and easy to get to, two minute walk into the town square.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 31 March 2023
Lesley
United KingdomThe stairs were a handful for me with my little dog as I am slightly disabled.
The under manager and housekeeper were extremely helpful.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 2 January 2023
Kateryna
United KingdomNot so much didn't like ..more if I had known I might chosen elsewhere. A steep staircase into the flat which is fair enough when your on the first floor however, had this been specified I might have gone elsewhere only because I have a knee injury and my husband has a back injury and having to carry lots of bags etc was a bit of an issue due to this. The attic bedroom was lovely, but again, steep stairs to access it; we didn't use this room, but even our friends said the steps were pretty steep. These are not criticisms but something to be aware of if you have injuries or problems with steep stairs. The downstairs loo window needs fixed. Once we figured out how to close it, we couldn't reopen There is a surcharge for dogs even though booking.com mentions pet friendly. However, as it happens, one of my friends took ill and couldn't come, so no furry friends on this trip, booking.com should maybe mention the surcharge, though.
Very lovely decor, everything you could possibly need, comfy beds, warm and inviting. Excellent facilities. Good location, nice pub near by with fab food; Cobblers. Free parking for one car and plenty free parking near by. Nice location, plenty of shops, both leisure and convenience.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 25 May 2022
Gary
United KingdomFor our requirements it was excellent
Good location
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 10 April 2022
Muriel
United KingdomTraffic noise on cobbles
Very well thought out,comfortable,warm, plants cared for.
Stayed in April 2022
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