Reviews of Cross Keys Inn Ettrickbridge
Main Street, Ettrickbridge End, TD7 5JN, United Kingdom
#1 of 1 hotels in Ettrickbridge End
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 96 hotel reviews
9.1Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.6
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Comfort
9.5
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Location
9.2
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Facilities
9.2
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Staff
9.6
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Value for money
9.0
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Reviewed: 18 May 2024
Alex
United Kingdom1 review10“Great location, friendly staff, nice food”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Large Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Shower was a bit low on power and hard to get temperature right.
Nice evening meal and breakfast. Very friendly staff.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 16 May 2024
Andy
Germany45 reviews4 helpful votes9.0“Very comfortable stay in great location”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room with Shower
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Now I am being picky… Breakfast was good but It would be great if you had ‚real‘ bread (not basic plain standard sliced), and Marmite available. Plus coffee standing on hot-plate becomes stewed.
Very nicely furnished room and great food & bar service. Very comfortable stay.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 15 May 2024
Judith
United Kingdom36 reviews1 helpful vote10“Short but very sweet!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room with Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing at all
It was a lovely pub in the middle of a small quiet village. The food was excellent and the staff kind and friendly. I have no hesitation in recommending it 😊
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 15 May 2024
Patty
United States5 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Room was hot
Everything
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 9 May 2024
Allysen
United States2 reviews10“Loved our stay here.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
This was a favorite stay on our trip. We stayed at many different places during our trip, but my kids liked this place the best. The staff was super friendly, the food was awesome, and the area was so quiet and quaint. There isn't a lot in the town, so if you are looking for shopping this may not be the place for you. We woke up and went for a long walk, the locals were very friendly and helped us find a good route. The inn was comfortable and clean. The restaurant was a surprise, we assumed basic pub food, which was not the case. It was fresh and delicious.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 9 May 2024
Julie
United Kingdom10 reviews1 helpful vote10“Perfect pub stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior King Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Was hoping for lorne sausage and fruit pudding in my Scottish breakfast but porridge was delicious
Lovely pub in a perfect location. Staff were brilliant and room was perfect. Excellent restaurant
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 9 May 2024
Malcolm
United Kingdom5 reviews10“Truely wonderful”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Great location, quiet (birds singing, cattle lowing) superb food, good shower and linens - exceptional staff (helped us with storing our bikes) Lovely friendly feel to the place.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Mary-ellen
United Kingdom8 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The room was a bit small.
The breakfast was exceptional.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Park
United Kingdom3 reviews9.0Superb- • Couple
- • Standard King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Noisy generator outside kept us awake
Lovely location Beautiful bedroom with comfy bed and nice toiletries in bathroom Hospitality great
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 1 May 2024
Kenneth
United Kingdom19 reviews10“Great atmosphere good food fantastic staff”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The girl that terned her hand to everything mandy was fantastic she was like a whirlwind and so plesent a credit to the establishment
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Janice
United Kingdom10 reviews10“Brilliant place.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing.
Perfect place to stay with our 10 month old baby. Our room was a great size with a lovely view. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. We enjoyed a fantastic dinner in the bar and they even catered for our baby even providing plastic cutlery for him. The character of the Inn was really lovely. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 23 April 2024
Elizabeth
United Kingdom47 reviews2 helpful votes10“Lived up to expectations. Thoroughly enjoyable stay.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room with Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Good breakfast and dinner
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 23 April 2024
Deborah
United Kingdom6 reviews10Exceptional- • Business trip
- • Couple
- • Family Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing to not lik
Great place, friendly staff, lovely room, good food, particularly liked the play your cards right activity on the first evening
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Carol
United Kingdom33 reviews4 helpful votes10“Excellent in every way. We are, of course, coming again!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room with Shower
- • Stayed 3 nights
The toilet lid argued with the handle on the water tnk and would'nt easily stay up! Oh! And I do like orange marmalade at breakfast time.....
The big room comfy beds, fluffy towels and the view. And the friendliness and efficiency of staff and ownere. And the menu. Interesting that the Hot tap switched the opposite way from 'normal'.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 3 April 2024
Johanne
United Kingdom5 reviews1 helpful vote10“A friendly, warm stay in a beautiful location.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Nothing
The staff were really friendly and helpful. It was a very comfortable stay in a delightful setting.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Alexander
United Kingdom3 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Large Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
As in lots of hotels find only one chair provided which means somebody has to sit on the bed. Not the most comfortable. Frustrating.😚😚
Plenty choices. Very satisfying.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 19 March 2024
Julia
United Kingdom1 review10“Fantastic find”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room with Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Possibly larger menu
Bedrooms of a high standard Excellent food Friendly staff
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 21 February 2024
Graham
United Kingdom13 reviews10“Brilliant”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Staff were really friendly and the evening meal was lovely. Breakfast was amazing
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 19 February 2024
Adrien
United Kingdom159 reviews8 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Very friendly and helpful hosts. Comfortable, well appointed room. Great bar - real ale and real fire. Good food. Very welcoming to cyclists and stored bikes in shed.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 17 February 2024
Emma
United Kingdom1 review9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Rooms were so comfortable. Evening meal delicious and good portions. Staff more than accommodating.
Lovely place to stay. So welcoming and accommodating. Adults, children, and dogs are well looked after. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 5 February 2024
Katie
United Kingdom1 review1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Large Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Cross Keys B&B provided us with a delightful weekend escape. Nestled in a charming, lovely country location, the B&B offers a traditional and welcoming atmosphere, complemented by exceptionally clean and comfortable bedrooms. The high standard of bedding and well-regulated warmth through the night ensured a restful stay. The B&B is perfectly situated for exploring the surrounding area, offering access to wonderful local walks and a short driving distance to stunning locations such as the Grey Mare's Tail and St. Mary's Loch. Furthermore, its proximity to the Borders and Scotland's farther reaches makes it an ideal base for further exploration. The staff and food perfectly matched the charm of this lovely Scottish retreat, leaving us with a desire to return.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 1 February 2024
Victoria
United Kingdom10 reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Lovely pub in a beautiful location”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Family Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The sound from the bar when there is late night entertainment travels, and the hot breakfast in the morning was mediocre and luke warm unfortunately
Lovely pub! The staff are all very friendly and helpful and the family room is spacious. Dinner was delicious!
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: 29 December 2023
Jo
United Kingdom44 reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Great last minute deal”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Really welcoming. Good good. Comfortable rooms. Nice beer and bar
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 22 December 2023
Anna
Australia5 reviews1 helpful vote10“We had a great time, nice ales, delicious dinner and a good sleep at the Ettrickbridge Inn.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Beautiful inn full of character and nice people. Great beds, great food, scenic location.
Stayed in December 2023
