The Ship Inn | Hotel in Castle Douglas

| 9.4 (93 Reviews) | 1 Bathroom

Hotel in Gatehouse-of-Fleet, Castle Douglas

This smoke-free inn features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and concierge services. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a library, express check-out, and a garden.
Housekeeping is available on request.
The Ship Inn offers 10 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include day beds and desk chairs. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and portable fans. Hypo-allergenic bedding, irons/ironing boards, and change of towels can be requested. Cribs/infant beds (surcharge) and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

1 Fleet Street, Castle Douglas, DG7 2HU, United Kingdom

Amenities

Balcony/Terrace

Security/Safety

Business Services

Bedding/Linens

Wellness Facilities

Fireplace/Heating

Restaurant

Bar

Guest Services

Entertainment

Breakfast

Child Friendly

Internet

Kitchen

Laundry

Facility Overview

Bathrooms

Towels

Toilet paper

Hair dryer

Soap

Private bathroom

Eco-friendly toiletries

Shampoo

Bedroom

Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)

Portable fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillow menu

Premium bedding

Day bed

Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Memory foam mattress

Heating

Bed sheets

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Desk chair

LED light bulbs

Separate sitting area

Recycling

Guidebooks/recommendations

Individually decorated

Soundproofing

Individually furnished

Eco-friendly cleaning products provided

Water-efficient toilets only

Iron/ironing board (on request)

Breakfast

Room service available

1 bar

English breakfast available for a fee weekends 8:00 AM–10:00 AM: GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children

1 restaurant

Electric kettle

Coffee/tea maker

Champagne service

Parking

Onsite parking includes off-street options

Electric car charging station on site

Accessibility

This property does not have elevators

Handrails in stairways

Well-lit path to entrance

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

Stair-free path to entrance

Activities

Hiking/biking trails

Fishing

Bicycle rentals

Entertainment

Digital channels

32-inch flat-screen TV

General

Meeting rooms

Library

Water dispenser

English

At least 80% of food locally-sourced

Local culture & ecosystem education

At least 80% lighting from LEDs

No plastic water bottles

Comprehensive food waste policy

Smoke-free property

Romance packages available

Water dispenser

Vegetarian dining options

Guest Services

Highchair

Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)

Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Soundproofed rooms

Change of bedsheets (on request)

Daily housekeeping

Change of towels (on request)

Concierge services

Luggage storage

Hair salon

Internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Outdoors

Terrace

Picnic area

Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 pm; check-in end time: 10:00 pm contactless check-in available early check-in is available for a fee early check-in subject to availability late check-in fee for check-in between 10:30 pm and 7:00 am minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

A late check-out fee will be charged check-out before 10:30 am contactless check-out available express check-out available late check-out subject to availability

Child Policy

Children are welcome. rollaway/extra beds are available for gbp 40.00 per night. cribs (infant beds) are available for gbp 20 per night.

Payment Policy

Fee for english breakfast: approximately gbp 15.00 for adults and gbp 7.50 for children pet fee: gbp 15.00 per pet, per stay (maximum gbp 25.00 per stay) service animals are exempt from fees early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) late check-in fee for check-in between 10:30 pm and 7:00 am late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) crib (infant bed) fee: gbp 20 per night rollaway bed fee: gbp 40.00 per night the above list may not be comprehensive. fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Pet Policy

Food and water bowls, an off-leash area, and pet-sitting services are available pets allowed for an extra charge of gbp 15.00 per pet, per stay (maximum gbp 25.00 per stay) service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs and cats only

Cashless transactions are available 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 safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

Reviews

SHELLY

Jul 10, 2026 09:58:17 PM

Review Score: 10

Summary: What a lovely stay we had! We received a very warm and friendly welcome. All of the staff were very attentive and helpful. The evening meal in the restaurant was excellent, wonderfully presented and tasty, well portioned servings. The same could be said for our breakfasts. We had a lovely stay in our modern well appointed room. Wonderful Hotel in a wonderful village with wonderful people. Thank you, see you again!

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Room Arrangement

Room Info	Facilities
Twin Room Room Size: 193 square feet m² 2 Twin Beds	General Pet-friendly room, Free WiFi, Square feet - 193, Ping - 5, Desk, Square meters - 18, Shower only, Bed count minimum 2, Extra bed count 2, Bed count maximum 2
Double Room Room Size: 193 square feet m² 1 Queen Bed	General Pet-friendly room, Free WiFi, Square feet - 193, Separate bathtub and shower, Ping - 5, Desk, Number of bedrooms - 1, Square meters - 18, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Extra bed count 2
Double Room (Room 7) Room Size: 226 square feet m² 1 Double Bed	General Square meters - 21, Square feet - 226, Free WiFi, Ping - 6, Desk, Number of bedrooms - 1, River view, Shower only, Pets not allowed, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Extra bed count 2
Family Room Room Size: 258 square feet m² 3 Double Bed and Twin Beds	General Pet-friendly room, Square feet - 258, Free WiFi, Shower/tub combination, Desk, Number of bedrooms - 1, Ping - 7, River view, Bed count maximum 3, Square meters - 24, Extra bed count 2, Bed count minimum 3
Superior Double Room (Room 3) Room Size: 215 square feet m² 1 King Bed	General Pet-friendly room, Square meters - 20, Square feet - 215, Free WiFi, Shower/tub combination, Desk, Ping - 7, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Extra bed count 2
Double Room (Room 6) Room Size: 215 square feet m² 1 Double Bed	General Pet-friendly room, Square meters - 20, Square feet - 215, Free WiFi, Ping - 5, Shower/tub combination, Desk, Number of bedrooms - 1, River view, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Extra bed count 2
Double Room (Room 9) Room Size: 215 square feet m² 1 Double Bed	General Pet-friendly room, Square meters - 20, Square feet - 215, Free WiFi, Shower/tub combination, Ping - 6, Desk, Number of bedrooms - 1, River view, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Extra bed count 2
Superior Double Room Room Size: 236 square feet m² 1 King Bed	General Square feet - 236, Free WiFi, Shower/tub combination, Desk, Ping - 7, River view, Pets not allowed, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Extra bed count 2, Square meters - 22
Superior Double Room (Room 2) Room Size: 193 square feet m² 1 King Bed	General Free WiFi, Square feet - 193, Ping - 5, Shower/tub combination, Desk, Square meters - 18, Pets not allowed, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Extra bed count 2

FAQ's

Is this The Ship Inn pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the The Ship Inn have a swimming pool?

No, this The Ship Inn does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in The Ship Inn?

Best-rates for the The Ship Inn starts from $188 per night with includes TV, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Business Services, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, Restaurant, Bar, Guest Services, Entertainment, Breakfast, Child Friendly, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry Online Reservations offers a diverse array of accommodation choices for every traveler. Our aim is to pair each traveler with their ideal hotel, resort, or rental, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

Is The Ship Inn a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the The Ship Inn wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the The Ship Inn has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the The Ship Inn?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the The Ship Inn indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for The Ship Inn?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the The Ship Inn are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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Nightly rates from:

US $188