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The Ship Inn

4.0 star property
Riverfront inn in Castle Douglas with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Superior Double Room (Room 2) | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated
Exterior
BBQ/picnic area
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Double Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated
In a tranquil setting near Cairn Holy Chambered Cairn, The Ship Inn offers an upscale retreat. Unwind in the garden or treat yourself at the on-site hair salon and No. 1 Fleet Street restaurant, which serves lunch and dinner. With amenities like bike rentals, a library, and free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Water dispenser
  • Hair salon
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area

Feel at home (6)

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
$122 nightly
The total price is $146
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Tomorrow

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Twin Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Twin Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Double Room (Room 7)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 226 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 258 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room (Room 3) | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Superior Double Room (Room 3)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room (Room 6) | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Double Room (Room 6)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 215 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room (Room 9) | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Double Room (Room 9)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 215 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 236 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room (Room 2) | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Superior Double Room (Room 2)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
1 Fleet Street, Gatehouse-of-Fleet, Castle Douglas, Scotland, DG7 2HU

What's nearby

  • Cally Gardens - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Cardoness Castle - 1 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Laggan Outdoor - 6 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Mossyard Beach - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Threave Castle - 28 min drive - 26.9 km

Getting around

  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 108 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 141 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Iron Brew - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Skyreburn Teapot - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Galloway Lodge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Masonic Arms - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Castle Restaurant - ‬14 min drive

About this property

The Ship Inn

Enjoy your visit to Castle Douglas with a stay at The Ship Inn. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Off-leash area available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Built in 1794
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Water dispenser

Accessibility

  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Day bed
  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Highchair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Special features

Dining

No. 1 Fleet Street - This wine bar specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 20 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 40.00 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 12.50 per pet, per stay (maximum GBP 25.00 per stay)

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Also known as

Ship Inn Castle Douglas
Ship Castle Douglas
The Ship Inn Inn
The Ship Inn Castle Douglas
The Ship Inn Inn Castle Douglas

Frequently asked questions

Does The Ship Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Ship Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Ship Inn?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 12.50 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available.

Is parking offered on site at The Ship Inn?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Ship Inn.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Ship Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Ship Inn and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing and hiking. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Ship Inn?

Yes, No. 1 Fleet Street offers international cuisine.

What's the area around The Ship Inn like?

The Ship Inn is located on the waterfront, a short 14-minute walk from Cardoness Castle and 3 minutes' walk from Mill on the Fleet.

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