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The Ship Inn - Winner Best Hotel Experience 2024 Visit Scotland

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About this property

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This inn also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a hair salon.
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  • Parking

  • Restaurant

  • Non-Smoking Rooms

  • Room Service

  • Tennis Courts

  • Housekeeping

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Location

1 Fleet Street, Gatehouse-of-Fleet, Scotland, United Kingdom

Mill on the Fleet (0.1 miles)

Cardoness Castle (0.7 miles)

Cally Gardens (1.1 miles)

Mossyard Beach (4.3 miles)

Laggan Outdoor (4.4 miles)

Cairn Holy Chambered Cairn (7 miles)

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Room options

15

Double Room

Room details

1 Queen Bed

Sleeps 2

193 ft²

Heating
Wi-Fi (Free)
Separate Living Room

8

Twin Room

Room details

2 Twin Beds

Sleeps 2

193 ft²

Heating
Wi-Fi (Free)
Separate Living Room

7

Family Room

Room details

1 Full Bed
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2 Twin Beds

Sleeps 4

258 ft²

Heating
Wi-Fi (Free)
Separate Living Room

7

Superior Double Room

Room details

1 King Bed

Sleeps 2

236 ft²

Heating
Wi-Fi (Free)
Separate Living Room

5

Double Room (Room 9)

Room details

1 Full Bed

Sleeps 2

215 ft²

Heating
Wi-Fi (Free)
Separate Living Room

8

Double Room (Room 6)

Room details

1 Full Bed

Sleeps 2

215 ft²

Heating
Wi-Fi (Free)
Separate Living Room

8

Superior Double Room (Room 2)

Room details

1 King Bed

Sleeps 2

193 ft²

Heating
Wi-Fi (Free)
Separate Living Room

9

Double Room (Room 7)

Room details

1 Full Bed

Sleeps 2

226 ft²

Heating
Wi-Fi (Free)
Separate Living Room

10

Superior Double Room (Room 3)

Room details

1 King Bed

Sleeps 2

215 ft²

Heating
Wi-Fi (Free)
Separate Living Room

Guest reviews of The Ship Inn - Winner Best Hotel Experience 2024 Visit Scotland

Facilities

9.8

Cleanliness

9.9

Rooms

9.8

Service

9.7

Location

9.9

Dining

9.9

10

Mark

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Aug 28, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Had a lovely 2 night stay again and absolutely loved it. Room 3 was great and so were the staff and food. Dog friendly is excellent. Loved our stay again.
Had a lovely 2 night stay again and absolutely loved it. Room 3 was great and so were the staff and food. Dog friendly is excellent. Loved our stay again.
10

Lorna

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Aug 21, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Second stay at the Ship Inn, room is perfect, breakfast excellent. Food is terrific although the restaurant was almost full (apparently it usually is…) and this perhaps reflected in the service last night. Example, we were finished our starters and had to chase our drinks. But granted restaurant was very busy. Would certainly use again if opportunity arises.
Second stay at the Ship Inn, room is perfect, breakfast excellent. Food is terrific although the restaurant was almost full (apparently it usually is…) and this perhaps reflected in the service last night. Example, we were finished our starters and had to chase our drinks. But granted restaurant was very busy. Would certainly use again if opportunity arises.
10

Alan

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Aug 16, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Parking was in the street outside the hotel and not a problem. The room was large and spacious and the bathroom was spacious with a great overhead shower. The bar was very large and plenty of room in the restaurant. Best to book a table as it gets busy with locals. The staff were very helpful, attentive and the menu had a good selection and the food was very great. Can recommend the fish and chips or the Sea bass. The breakfast was in the restaurant and cooked to order with plenty to choose from. The Ship Inn has a beer gardens just across the road with views over the river. It’s also a short walk to the town/village and the old Mill is well worth visiting as it has a good history of the town and a nice cafe. I would also recommend driving towards the small war memorial and then taking the road sign posted to a parking area with amazing views across the area. Although the stay was a bit pricy I would have no problem staying again if in the area.
Parking was in the street outside the hotel and not a problem. The room was large and spacious and the bathroom was spacious with a great overhead shower. The bar was very large and plenty of room in the restaurant. Best to book a table as it gets busy with locals. The staff were very helpful, attentive and the menu had a good selection and the food was very great. Can recommend the fish and chips or the Sea bass. The breakfast was in the restaurant and cooked to order with plenty to choose from. The Ship Inn has a beer gardens just across the road with views over the river. It’s also a short walk to the town/village and the old Mill is well worth visiting as it has a good history of the town and a nice cafe. I would also recommend driving towards the small war memorial and then taking the road sign posted to a parking area with amazing views across the area. Although the stay was a bit pricy I would have no problem staying again if in the area.
10

SHELLY

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Jul 10, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

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!
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!
10

Christopher

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Jun 28, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean room, well maintained. All the staff are friendly helpful and professional. Breakfast is cooked to order perfectly.
Very clean room, well maintained. All the staff are friendly helpful and professional. Breakfast is cooked to order perfectly.

Property Policies

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Check-in

Check-out

From 15:30 to 22:00

Before 10:30

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FAQs about The Ship Inn - Winner Best Hotel Experience 2024 Visit Scotland

Is parking available at the property?

Yes, parking is available on-site and is free of charge.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

English breakfasts are served on weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children.

Are pets allowed at the property?

Yes, pets are allowed with a fee of GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay, and a maximum fee of GBP 25.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:30 PM to 10:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:30 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee, subject to availability.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas and rooms.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Castle Douglas, by the sea, within a 10-minute drive of Laggan Outdoor and Cairn Holy Chambered Cairn. It is approximately 8.9 miles from Greyfriars Episcopal Church and 9 miles from MacLellan's Castle.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are welcome at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

Cribs are available for a fee of GBP 20 per night, and rollaway beds are available for a fee of GBP 40.00 per night. Advance request is required for both.

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