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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a wooden counter, a television, a mirror, and a tray with a mug, spoon, and a packet of snacks.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a public telephone, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A long, narrow hotel corridor with doors on both sides, a carpeted floor, and a sign indicating room number 026.

1. Days Inn by Wyndham Gretna Green M74

12.8 km from Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace

Louise

S$59

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

2. The Gables Hotel

14.1 km from Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace

karen

S$60

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

3. Springkell

6.1 km from Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace

Michelle

S$136

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A cozy living room with two grey armchairs, a wooden side table, a lamp, a magazine, and a stone wall with a decorative star.

A building with a sign reading "Midtown Farm" above a window. There are potted plants in front of the window.

A wooden pergola with a tiled roof, surrounded by potted plants and outdoor furniture.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bathtub, a television, and a wooden cabinet.

4. Midtown Farm Bed & Breakfast

17.7 km from Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace

Deborah

S$132

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A three-tiered dessert stand with various pastries and a glass of white wine on a table in a restaurant.

A modern lobby with a sofa set, a lamp, and a patterned wall.

A modern lounge area with seating arrangements, wooden paneling, and pendant lighting.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a balcony with outdoor seating, and a view of trees.

5. Smiths at Gretna Green

14 km from Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace

Lisa

S$199

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A stone bridge over a pond with surrounding greenery and a building in the background.

A residential area with houses, a road, and a small pond with plants.

A bright room with two chairs, a small table, and a potted plant. There is a large window and a door leading to an outdoor area.

A garden with a pond, a pergola, and a sign for 'Apple Tree West House'.

6. Bojangles Guest House

14.8 km from Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace

Robert

S$193

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach and a body of water.

A coastal landscape with a clear sky and the sun shining.

A living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, and a plaid carpet.

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard, and a decorative mirror on the walls.

7. Powfoot Hotel

10 km from Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace

Catherine

S$251

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern house with a paved pathway leading to the entrance, surrounded by well-maintained greenery and a clear sky.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a decorative chandelier.

A restaurant with a long counter, patterned chairs, and a chandelier.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a view of distant hills.

8. Hetland Hall Hotel

10.4 km from Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace

Sharon

S$187

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A stone building with a red door and a bell tower, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with a fountain and colorful flowers.

A historic building with a stone facade, red brick walls, and a traditional arched entrance.

A courtyard with a fountain, stone buildings, and a well-maintained lawn.

A banquet hall with round tables set for a formal event, featuring blue and white tablecloths and matching chair covers.

9. The Mill Forge

10.3 km from Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace

Girlline

S$152

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A traditional white building with a central arched window and a sign above the entrance.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, a desk, and a mirror.

A gazebo with a sign reading "The Kissing Gate Gretna Green" surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden fence.

A bar area with a counter displaying various bottles, a selection of chairs, and a wall adorned with framed pictures.

10. Gretna Hall Hotel

14.2 km from Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace

Jason

S$164

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A reception desk with a sign, wooden paneling, and a tiled floor.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and a patterned wall.

A reception desk with a sign reading "RECEPTION" and a staircase with wooden balusters.

A conference room with rows of chairs, a stage, and chandeliers.

11. Corner House Hotel

8 km from Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace

J David

S$127

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A restaurant interior with stone walls, wooden bar, and seating areas.

A wooden door with a sign above it reading 'TOILETS'.

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a bedside table, a chair, and a small table.

A bathroom with a sink, mirror, shower, toilet, and a trash bin.

12. The Hazeldene Hotel

14.3 km from Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace

Jack

S$116

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

The exterior of Kings Arms Hotel with a traditional facade, a prominent sign, and a small signboard advertising Sunday Carvery.

A staircase with a checkered carpet, wooden handrails, and a fire extinguisher.

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chandelier, and floral wallpaper.

A two-story building with a white facade and black trim, featuring a sign for 'Kings Arms Hotel'.

13. The Kings Arms Hotel

9.1 km from Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace

Elizabeth

S$158

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A coastal residential area with houses, a green field, and a body of water.

A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, a framed picture on the wall, and a view of a parking area and greenery outside.

A glass-enclosed shower with a handheld showerhead, a small step with a perforated floor, and a white stool.

A cozy living room with a wooden dining table, red sofa, and a brick wall.

14. Hope and Anchor Port Carlisle

13.2 km from Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace

David

S$137

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A building with a sign reading 'Premier Inn' and a welcome sign outside.

15. Premier Inn Dumfries

18.8 km from Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace

James

S$88

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a wooden countertop, and a dining area with a grey sofa and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern kitchen with a built-in stove, oven, and microwave. There is a window with a view of trees outside.

A narrow rural road flanked by leafless trees and a wooden fence.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with a fire exit sign, and a wooden floor.

16. The Nook

19.4 km from Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace

S$557

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A cozy living room with a fireplace, bookshelves, and comfortable seating.

A residential area with houses, a parking area, and green fields in the background.

A staircase with a wooden handrail and a woven light fixture.

A cozy bar area with a stone pillar, wooden furniture, and a wall of liquor bottles.

17. Hightae B&B

10.8 km from Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace

Jonathan

S$237

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A bedroom with a tufted headboard, a bed with white linens, two bedside tables with lamps, and a window with curtains.

A fireplace with blue tiles and decorative items, a wooden mantel, and a patterned carpet.

A building with a white facade, large windows, and a brick chimney.

A conference room with long tables, chairs with blue sashes, and floral centerpieces.

18. Solway Lodge Hotel

14.7 km from Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace

Janet

S$161

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A room with a large window, a sofa, and a door.

A modern kitchen with wooden flooring, a small dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of a stone wall through a window.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a large window, and a view of the outdoors.

A narrow hallway with a wooden floor, a white door with a window, and a radiator on the wall.

19. Cherry Croft

13 km from Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace

S$637

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A cozy living area with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, a clock on the wall, and a radiator.

A compact kitchen with a stove, oven, and wooden cabinets. There's a bench and a small table with a plant.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in oven, and a black refrigerator.

A compact kitchen with a wooden table, bench seating, a small potted plant, and a television on a cabinet.

20. Hadrian's Rest Glendale Holiday Park

14.3 km from Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace

S$612

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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Top Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace Hotel Reviews

Crown and Mitre Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Room was so comfy and bed was lovely … can’t wait to return"

The Gables Hotel

8/10 Good

"Lovely hotel in nice grounds, recently renovated. Nice room and staff very friendly and attentive. Only thing missing is a good menu in restaurant. No choice of starters , main meal burgers, fish and chips, steak pie etc . Great if that’s what you’re looking for. Would have been nice to see something with potatoes veg salad etc . Still a lovely stay"

Solway Lodge Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel with fantastic staff"

Ox Hotel Carlisle

8/10 Good

"Nice quiet location easy parking staff very helpful ten minute walk to town centre"

Days Inn by Wyndham Lockerbie Annandale Water

8/10 Good

"Very practical location, where we could charge our EV, eat, sleep and shower. All the basics at a decent price."

Smiths at Gretna Green

10/10 Excellent

"Really smart hotel, staff and food great"

Powfoot Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent in every way, 1st time staying here and will be back."

The Mill Forge

10/10 Excellent

"The property and staff were exceptional breakfast was amazing"

Holiday Inn Dumfries by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, serene environment and friendly/professional staff. Really enjoyed the dinner in the restaurant, served by great staff and delicious food. So far my best stay in Scotland."

Other attractions near Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace

Annandale Distillery

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can take time to visit Annandale Distillery during your travels to Annan. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

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Lockerbie Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Lockerbie at Lockerbie Golf Club. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.

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Dryfesdale Lodge Visitor Centre

9.6/10 (4 reviews)

After visiting Dryfesdale Lodge Visitor Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lockerbie. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.

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Lockerbie Ice Rink

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

Catch an event at Lockerbie Ice Rink during your trip to Lockerbie. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.

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Dino Park

8.0/10 (10 reviews)

Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Dino Park during your trip to Clarencefield. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

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The Devil's Porridge

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at The Devil's Porridge in Eastriggs.

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Annandale Way

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can take time to visit Annandale Way during your travels to Annan. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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Ruthwell Cross

Find out about the history of Dumfries with a stop at Ruthwell Cross. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace?

Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace is located in a welcoming area of Ecclefechan known for its array of dining options and bar scene. You'll find 32 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace?

Sure Hotel by Best Western Lockerbie is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace. Another good choice is Corner House Hotel, located 5 mi (8 km) away.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace?

Expedia has 32 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace.

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Our top choices for Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace hotels

1. Days Inn by Wyndham Gretna Green M74

2. The Gables Hotel

3. Springkell

4. Midtown Farm Bed & Breakfast

5. Smiths at Gretna Green

6. Bojangles Guest House

7. Powfoot Hotel

8. Hetland Hall Hotel

9. The Mill Forge

10. Gretna Hall Hotel

11. Corner House Hotel

12. The Hazeldene Hotel

13. The Kings Arms Hotel

14. Hope and Anchor Port Carlisle

15. Premier Inn Dumfries

16. The Nook

17. Hightae B&B

18. Solway Lodge Hotel

19. Cherry Croft

20. Hadrian's Rest Glendale Holiday Park

Top Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace Hotel Reviews

Crown and Mitre Hotel

The Gables Hotel

Solway Lodge Hotel

Ox Hotel Carlisle

Days Inn by Wyndham Lockerbie Annandale Water

Smiths at Gretna Green

Powfoot Hotel

The Mill Forge

Holiday Inn Dumfries by IHG

Other attractions near Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace

Annandale Distillery

Lockerbie Golf Club

Dryfesdale Lodge Visitor Centre

Lockerbie Ice Rink

Dino Park

The Devil's Porridge

Annandale Way

Ruthwell Cross

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