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The Allanton Inn

3.0 star property
Inn with free parking, in the vicinity of Manderston House

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Garden
Front of property
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View
Bar (on property)
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Bathroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$269
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec

Explore the area

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Main Street, Allanton, Duns, Scotland, TD11 3JZ
  • Place, Whitsome Ark
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Manderston House
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Paxton House
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room

Standard Double or Twin Room

Standard Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Espresso maker
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Heating
TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Espresso maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Espresso maker
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Duns

At The Allanton Inn, you'll be 8.6 km (5.3 mi) from Manderston House and 9.6 km (6 mi) from Paxton House. Highlights at this inn include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free inn has free WiFi in public areas and a garden. Added amenities include laundry facilities. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Duns inn include The Jim Clark Room and Norham Castle.
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What's nearby

  • Whitsome Ark - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Manderston House - 8 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Paxton House - 11 min drive - 11.6 km
  • The Jim Clark Room - 13 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Chain Bridge Honey Farm - 13 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Allanton Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Border Baguettes - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Jim Clark Cafe Bistro - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Baytree Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Duns Golden Fish - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Allanton Inn

Inn with free parking, in the vicinity of Manderston House
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 a hairdryer. This Duns inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1832
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

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
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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

What is the cancellation policy at The Allanton Inn?

The Allanton Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 10 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Allanton Inn on 11 Dec 2025 start from AU$269.26, 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.

Is parking available at The Allanton Inn?

Yep, The Allanton Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Allanton Inn?

The closest beach to The Allanton Inn is Coldingham Sands (13.3 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Allanton Inn?

No, The Allanton Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Allanton Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Allanton Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Allanton Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

The Allanton Inn Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 90 reviews

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Charles

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

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Travelled with partner
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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Joe

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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

8/10 Good

Des

Business traveller
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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Business traveller
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

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Business traveller
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

6/10 Okay

Ally

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

james

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

Allanton Inn

Great Inn, brilliant food and great rooms. William was an excellent host and nothing was too much trouble. An isolated location, but all the better for that. Cannot recommend this establishment enough. Brilliant garden and outside facilities for the better Scottish weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

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

The Best Stay

Every box that could be ticked has been with this stay. Welcoming staff Comfortable room with super comfortable bed . Dinner and breakfast were super tasty . If you want the best place to stay I can't recommend this place enough . Easy five stars
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024