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The White Swan Hotel

3.0 star property
Duns guesthouse with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Bar (on property)
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Property grounds
Restaurant
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Escape to The White Swan Hotel, adjacent to a golf course with 18 holes of fun. Unwind at the bar or on the outdoor tennis court, and enjoy a meal at the restaurant while staying connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (6)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Meeting rooms
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Flat-panel TV
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Flat-panel TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Flat-panel TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Flat-panel TV
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Family Room, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Flat-panel TV
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
31-32 MARKET SQUARE, Duns, Scotland, TD11 3AL

What's nearby

  • The Jim Clark Room - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Duns Castle Nature Reserve - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Manderston House - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Paxton House - 18 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Floors Castle - 27 min drive - 31.0 km

Getting around

  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 79 min drive
  • Berwick-Upon-Tweed Station - 20 min drive
  • Reston Train Station - 21 min drive
  • Dunbar Station - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Allanton Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Jim Clark Cafe Bistro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Border Baguettes - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Horn Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pewter Plate - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The White Swan Hotel

Adjacent to a golf course, The White Swan Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Duns. The restaurant is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after visiting the outdoor tennis courts for a workout, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 8 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets stay free
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Pool table

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • Outdoor tennis court

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Mobile key entry

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

WHITE SWAN HOTEL Duns
WHITE SWAN Duns
THE WHITE SWAN HOTEL Duns
THE WHITE SWAN HOTEL Guesthouse
THE WHITE SWAN HOTEL Guesthouse Duns

Frequently asked questions

Does The White Swan Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The White Swan Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The White Swan Hotel?

Yes, pets stay free. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at The White Swan Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The White Swan Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The White Swan Hotel and nearby?

Practice your swing on the tennis courts.

Are there restaurants at or near The White Swan Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around The White Swan Hotel like?

The White Swan Hotel is a short 3-minute walk from The Jim Clark Room and 17 minutes' walk from Duns Castle Nature Reserve.

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The White Swan Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as amazing, delicious, and good value. (10 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Ideal for a couple day stay over in Duns. Central to all areas.
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great breakfast friendly staff
Steven, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Overall a very pleasant stay, with warm and friendly service.
Terry, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely Place, Dinning available and WiFi was alright but was not working sometimes
John, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Mediocre

Mediocre, you get what you pay for. Staff friendly and assertive. The place could do with a face lift it’s really basic, dated and run down in places. That being said had all basics and was comfortable. We stayed in room two. There’s a crack in the bottom left of window and the toilet seat was that old it was black. A new toilet seat really needs to be priority. All furnishings are dated, stair case carpet etc work right down. Due to how old the pub is you can hear everything from other guests. 3am doors slamming, up and down hall way and loos flushing etc. We found it handy that you could come and go as you please from building as we had a even in Edinburgh so wouldn’t get back until late. Breakfast was ok. Nothing special but good for the price and edible! We would stay again if it was just to sleep for one night but don’t think we could stay here longer than the one.
Shannon, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff was great and friendly.The room was clean but there was some water problems with the tap and shower
Neil, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Bathroom got deep stair from bedroom and floor was nosey and bumpy, not nice view from bedroom window, staff are friendly
sammie, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

We didn't get the room we booked. Floor was slanted. Beds uncomfortable. The bartender was the only thing pleasant about the stay.
Tiffany, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

I did not stay there - and did not even go in to Reception as the entrance hall was stinking of stale smoke and dirt. Curtains could be seen hanging off rails, and the carpet in the corridor was filthy so I was not willing to go any further.
1-night trip

6/10 Good

Table lamp on writing desk, but no socket to plug in to. No ventilation to en-suite. Faulty TV remote control, unable to lower volume. Door handle loose to en-suite.
Stephen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Amazing staff and delicious breakfast. Thank you!
Aga, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Unable to give a review as I had to cancel my trip
KAREN, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

The walls are like paper, if you are a light sleeper I do not advise staying here, there was a boiler or something mechanical constantly firing up, making a noise every few seconds, then it would shut down briefly, but then start again! I had about 2 hours sleep. I was in room 5, which has a huge gap under the door so I could hear everyone else nearby, not just passing my room but in other rooms, with their bathroom fans switching on, walking around etc. I had a full day in work to do in Edinburgh and wish I'd just driven up from my home that morning, 300 miles away as I would have been less tired. The mirror in the room is weirdly positioned so high it was pointless, I'm 5'3" and had to check my suited appearance in a shop window near my car as I left and do my makeup off a compact mirror I had in my bag. The bathroom one is set so far back from the sink that was no use. Definitely not suitable for a business travel stopover, I had to shut the window too as it was right by a roof so someone could get up there and in to my room, plus there was noise downstairs. I suppose you get what you pay for, cheap but not cheerful. Nice staff at breakfast, breakfast was good.
Tania, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Very convenient in centre of Duns. Some renovation needed
shauna, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great price and room for the weekend. Only 3 dedicated parking spaces out front and if they're taken you have to move your vehicle every 2 hours around the square because of parking restrictions. Stairs and passages are tidy but could do with an update. Overall happy with the establishment.
Stuart, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

We stayed at the White Swan for a private party. The staff were very friendly and pleasant. Can't fault them. The breakfast was lovely. Our room gave us a laugh though. We stayed in the Family room on 2 levels. The floors were tilted in all directions so made the furniture lean in all directions and the drawers opened when you walked passed them. The beds was clean and comfortable but there was water left in the kettle and the spoons were dirty so I'm assuming they hadn't been checked from the last occupants. The lights didn’t work above both the sinks. But the shower and bath were clean and the water pressure was excellent when using the shower. Several of my family members were met with unfriendly banter from the locals who were in the bar watching the Rugby. I can only assume its because Scotland lost but it was a little uncomfortable.
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It's always good to stay here, great food, and friendly staff.
PAUL V, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything ,such friendly staff and great atmosphere I loved it
robert, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Dated property with basic facilities

On arrival we were quickly greeted and shown to our room. First impression was that the stair carpet was old and dirty looking. The room was small but adequate, however the en-suite bathroom had a broken toilet seat and the door could not be closed. Dinner choices were limited. We chose lasagne but had to return one as it contained clingfilm. It was replaced and the friendly, helpful staff were apologetic, however the meal was of a poor standard and not very tasty. Breakfast was good value though.
Nigel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were friendly and obliging. My room was comfortable and breakfast was delicious.
Pamela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were friendly and the breakfast was perfect
Pamela, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean & comfortable…..old & basic however you get what you pay for. Stay was fine
Steven, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great base for Scottish Borders

Great location to explore the Scottish borders, great food and entertainment and very close to shops and food
John, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Not as plush as the photos, but a nice clean place to stay, with great food and some nice beers.
Tudor, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel. Very comfortable rooms.
Andrew, 1-night trip