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Room in the Borders - 1 Sime Place

Property class: 3
3-star apartment with kitchenette in Galashiels

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1 Sime Pl, Galashiels, Scotland, TD1 1ST
  • Place, Bank Street Gardens
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Gala House
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Melrose Abbey
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the area

Galashiels

In Galashiels .At this aparthotel, you'll be steps from Bank Street Gardens and within a 10-minute walk of Old Gala House. Torwoodlee Golf Club and Waverley Line are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bank Street Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Old Gala House - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Melrose Abbey - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Dalhousie Castle - 44 min drive - 46.1 km
  • Portobello Beach - 59 min drive - 58.7 km

Getting around

  • Galashiels Station - 3 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tempest Brewing Co - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Provender - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ochiltree's Dining - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Room in the Borders - 1 Sime Place

3-star apartment with kitchenette in Galashiels
  • 5 guestrooms or units
Room in the Borders - 1 Sime Place offers 5 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature espresso makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3-star aparthotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Smart televisions come with digital channels. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with digital channels

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total
  • Fee: GBP 20 per pet per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request) (for a fee)

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 5 units
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Towels (changed on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Housekeeping fee: GBP 30 per week

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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.

Property is also known as

Room In The Borders 1 Sime
Room in the Borders - 1 Sime Place Aparthotel
Room in the Borders - 1 Sime Place Galashiels
Room in the Borders - 1 Sime Place Aparthotel Galashiels

Frequently asked questions

How close is Room in the Borders - 1 Sime Place to the airport?

Room in the Borders - 1 Sime Place is 39.6 mi (70-min drive) away from the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Room in the Borders - 1 Sime Place have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Room in the Borders - 1 Sime Place.

Does Room in the Borders - 1 Sime Place offer free breakfast?

Room in the Borders - 1 Sime Place does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Room in the Borders - 1 Sime Place?

No, there is no casino at this aparthotel.

What time is check-in at Room in the Borders - 1 Sime Place?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Room in the Borders - 1 Sime Place?

Free parking is not available at this aparthotel.

Does Room in the Borders - 1 Sime Place have a pool?

Room in the Borders - 1 Sime Place does not have a pool.

Does Room in the Borders - 1 Sime Place have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this aparthotel.

How close is Room in the Borders - 1 Sime Place to downtown Galashiels?

Room in the Borders - 1 Sime Place is 0.5 mi away from Galashiels.

Room in the Borders - 1 Sime Place Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice set up, clean room and lovely shower
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Just back for a night at Room in the Borders and what can I say. It’s got to be one of the cleanest and nicest rooms I have stayed in. The room had everything in it including an iron. I would highly recommended this place to anyone who is staying in Galashiels. I will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025