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The Allanton Inn

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Duns inn

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Garden
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Front of property
Shower, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Main Street, Allanton, Duns, Scotland, TD11 3JZ
  • Place, Whitsome Ark
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Manderston House
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Chain Bridge Honey Farm
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Single Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Duns

In Duns .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this inn, you'll find Manderston House and Paxton House. The Jim Clark Room is within 6 miles (10 km) and Norham Castle is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Whitsome Ark - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Manderston House - 8 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Paxton House - 12 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Chain Bridge Honey Farm - 13 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Norham Castle - 16 min drive - 9.7 miles

Getting around

  • Reston Train Station - 17 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The White Swan - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Waterloo Arms - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jim Clark Cafe Bistro - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Masons Arms - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪China Palace - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Allanton Inn

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Duns inn
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Allanton Inn also features a garden and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Duns inn is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1832
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Allanton Inn offers 6 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. This Duns inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and cash.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Allanton Inn Duns
Allanton Duns
The Allanton Inn Inn
The Allanton Inn Duns
The Allanton Inn Inn Duns

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Allanton Inn to the airport?

The Allanton Inn is 60.1 mi (83-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Allanton Inn?

As of Jun 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Allanton Inn on Jun 14, 2026 start from $189, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Allanton Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Allanton Inn.

How close is The Allanton Inn to the beach?

This inn is 12.5 mi (29-min drive) from Coldingham Sands and 13.2 mi (26-min drive) from Salt Pan. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Allanton Inn offer free breakfast?

The Allanton Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Allanton Inn?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Allanton Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Allanton Inn?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does The Allanton Inn have a pool?

The Allanton Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Allanton Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Allanton Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Allanton Inn to downtown Duns?

The Allanton Inn is 0.1 mi away from Allanton.

The Allanton Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Staff & service
Beautiful stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice hotel and great staff, could not recommend more the food was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very enjoyable stay

The inn was clean, comfortable, with friendly staff and great food, especially the full Scottish breakfast. Overall, we had a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Inn by a river and owners and staff were great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place for a mini break

Great location and lovely outdoor space to relax with a drink
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ainslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was excellent, easy check in, comfortable room, really good bed, excellent food ( dinner and breakfast ). Great beer in the bar.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room, excellent hosts, nice atmosphere and first class food....
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice stay

Staff were very friendly and welcoming, food and drink was amazingly good as was my room and amenities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent country pub. Room was very good and food (breakfast and dinner) were very high quality using locally produced fresh products.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Amenities
excellent stay staff so friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy roadside parking friendly staff lovely food would recommend to family and friends
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Great hosts very welcoming. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Would recommend to anyone staying in the area
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rural location in a well renovated and unique British pub Great food Great hosts Very quiet and private Definitely recommend to any traveller
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Des

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All really nice room too hot in the night Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place, staff really friendly. Food was ok in my opinion but my other half really enjoyed the lamb and breakfast, i had the burger.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect if you want peace and Quite

Lovely little inn . Fantastic food and friendly staff . Great outdoor garden
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alastair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Les

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Character Inn

Very enjoyable stay for family get together. Particularly helpful and friendly staff.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic pub with lovely beer garden, good rooms, excellent food and welcoming staff. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Beautifully appointed and innovative and tasty food
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay for a short break. Nice little pub, great food, very comfortable room. Breakfast was amazing! Thank you
Great little pub!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everybody was extremely pleasant. The food was excellent, both in the evening and for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic stay!

Fantastic stay at the Allanton inn. Bar and restaurant is great, especially having a drink in the large outdoor area. Staff are very helpful and extremely friendly. The bed in our room was a little hard but it this is a minor issue for such a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
From walking in to check in can not fault anything
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent!

Excellent stay. The food was amazing, all local, quality produce. The rooms were well appointed, clean and very comfortable. Highly recommended, will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024