- We're closed temporally but we're planning to welcome guests again soon -
ABOUT
The Red Lion is a 3-Star former Coaching Inn,
dating back to the early 1800s.
Today, it continues to be a popular watering hole
between Jedburgh and Edinburgh.
Sitting at the heart of this friendly village, overlooking
the peaceful village square, The Red Lion provides a
comfortable base for exploring the Scottish Borders.
Like the rest of his team, landlord Ritchie is an Earlstonian,
and happy to point guests in the direction of
local walks and visitor attractions.
Each of the eight bedrooms is individually styled and has an en suite bath or shower room, digital TV, tea/coffee-making facilities, and free Wi-Fi.
There is a range of rooms including: single, double twin, super-king, and a spacious, south-facing, triple room,
which overlooks the village square.
Dogs are welcome and each four-legged guest receives a welcome pack from Dave, the pub dog.
Breakfast
Traditional Scottish breakfasts with haggis, black pudding, and tattie scones. Lighter options also available.
Free Wifi
Free Wifi is available in
the bar, lounge, private dining room, and
guest rooms.
Lunch and Dinner
Hearty pub fare including
mouth-watering burgers, steak and ale pie, lamb hotpot, and haddock and chips with homemade tartare sauce.
Dogs Welcome
Dogs welcome in the bar
and in guest rooms.
Doggy welcome pack for overnight guests.
Bar
An impressive collection of gin and whiskies to complement the draft ales, and the wine list.
Housekeeping
Welcome tray.
Rooms cleaned daily. Hairdryer, iron, and ironing board available on request.
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01896 848994
Great Houses & Castles
Mellerstain House, Abbotsford, Thirlestane Castle, Paxton House and Floors Castle are on our doorstep.
Horse-riding
There are great rides to be had in the Borders. Earlston is home to Cowdenkowes Riding School.
Walking
Easy access to the Southern Upland Way, with walks amongst some of Scotland's most stunning scenery.
Golf
There are a number of golf courses all within a few minutes' drive of the hotel.
Shopping
Visit the independent shops in our Border towns or pop to Edinburgh via the nearby Borders Railway.
Fishing
The Tweed offers some of the best salmon fishing in the world. 1st Feb to 30th Nov.
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