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Cross Keys Hotel

4.2(590)
Hotel

About

The Cross Keys Hotel sits in Kelso's historic 1769 coaching inn building, offering a distinctive setting with individually styled rooms that blend character and comfort. Its location in the French-style cobbled town square makes it a convenient base for business travelers exploring the Scottish Borders or visiting nearby cities like Edinburgh and Newcastle.

The hotel provides attentive service from a family-run team and features a restaurant known for well-prepared local dishes and a lively bar with regular live folk music. Free parking and Wi-Fi add practical convenience for small corporate groups seeking a relaxed yet professional atmosphere.

Best for

  • Client dinners in historic Kelso Town Square
  • Small team stays with local charm
  • Casual business lunches with live folk music

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Hotel in a 1700s coaching inn building
Historic Architecture
Hotel in a 1700s coaching inn building
The Cross Keys Hotel occupies a building dating back to 1769, situated in Kelso's French-style cobbled town square. Its historic roots provide a distinctive setting with individual character in each room, reflecting the building's long-standing
Regular folk music performances in the bar
Live Music Venue
Regular folk music performances in the bar
The hotel's eatery/bar hosts live folk music featuring local performers, creating a lively and authentic atmosphere appreciated by guests and locals alike.

At a glance

Rated 4.2 on Google · 590 reviews