Top-Rated Hotels in Dumfries And Galloway

Originally an 18th century mansion, Cally Palace is now a sophisticated golf hotel just 48 minutes’ drive from the market town of Dumfries. With free on-site parking and free Wi-Fi, it also has its own games room, tennis court, bar and restaurant. The spacious, smartly decorated rooms at Cally Palace each include an private bathroom with complimentary toiletries, a TV, a telephone and a work desk. They also all feature views of the surrounding golf course. The restaurant offers a dining experience using the freshest of local ingredients. Breakfast, lunch and dinner menu's are available. After a day of exploring, guests can relax in the indoor leisure complex. It features a hot tub, fitness center, indoor pool and a sauna.

- "Luxurious, friendly & beautiful place to stay" - "Had an excellent stay" - "Another Brilliant Stay At The Cally Palace" - "It was only for one night and a very comfortable stay everything was beautiful" - "Will definitely return. If same room!" - "A very nice place to spend a few nights." - "Would stay again but, but want a ground floor room." - "Short break" - "A brief interlude on the way to the Isles" - "Lovely stay with only a few niggles"

Hotel in Gretna with spa services and a 24-hour front desk
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and spa services. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, 24-hour room service, a business center, and conference space are onsite.
Smiths at Gretna Green offers 50 accommodations with fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.

This Gretna hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "We were at a family wedding and the stay was great. The bathrooms need a bit updating but overall it was a great stay. It was raining on the morning of the wedding but umbrellas were available. The staff were very attentive so overall a great stay" - "What a lovely hotel and stones throw from the famous blacksmiths shop and gift shop. Great service, lovely food. Lots of happy couples enjoying their special days. Yes loads of weddings. It's Gretna what do you expect. "

Neptunes Rest Guest Hotel provides beachfront accommodations in Stranraer. Among the facilities at this property are full-day security and luggage storage space, along with free Wifi throughout the property. Every room comes with a flat-screen TV with streaming services. There's a private bathroom with walk-in shower in some units, along with bathrobes, a hair dryer, and free toiletries. At the bed and breakfast, every unit comes with bed linen and towels. A mini-market is available at the bed and breakfast. The area is popular for cycling and hiking, and bike rental is available at the bed and breakfast. Outdoor play equipment is also available for guests at Neptunes Rest Guest Hotel. Stranraer Beach is a 3-minute walk from the accommodation. Glasgow Prestwick Airport is 53 miles from the property.

- "Great overnight stay whilst heading for the ferry warm & clean lovely breakfast" - "Great location for catching the ferry" - "Friendly, clean and easy 👍🏻" - "Was somewhere good value for money and close to the ferry to get a decent sleep as I had a long drive at the other side." - "Convenient"

Hotel in Dumfries with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and 24-hour room service. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a meeting room, a 24-hour front desk, and a garden are onsite.
Hetland Hall Hotel offers 30 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Dumfries hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "Beautiful place to visit " - "The hotel and room were fantastic for a stop on the way to Scotland. Food was lovely, both the evening meal and breakfast." - "Needs EV charging points. " - "The room and hotel itself were stunning. Views were beautiful. Dinner and breakfast both delicious." - "Well presented hotel, beautiful suite with a lovely view. Service was great - the staff were all friendly and helpful. Food and drink at the restaurant was good - even had a decent selection of tasty cocktails. "

Set in 18 acres of private parkland, Hetland Hall Hotel serves local produce on its Scottish menu. Overlooking the Solway Firth, this hotel also has an outdoor children’s playground. With a log fire and views of the grounds, guests can enjoy bar meals, snacks and drinks in the Fountain Lounge. Full Scottish breakfasts, lunch and dinner are served in the Copper Beech Restaurant. Free Wi-Fi access, a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities, a hairdryer and a private bathroom are included in each room. Some rooms at Hetland Hall have views across the gardens towards the Solway Firth. Free private parking is available and Dumfries can be reached after a 5-minute car journey. Hoddom Castle and Kinmount House are within 10 minutes’ drive of this hotel. Gretna Green is just 15 minutes’ drive away.

- "Perfect break" - "A lovely hotel, in a lovely setting with great rooms." - "Our wedding venue 10/10" - "Wedding reception held here" - "Amazing lovely hotel" - "Very pleasant and enjoyable. Couldn’t fault a single thing" - "Good, enjoyable" - "My group were very comfortable staying here in close proximity of Caerlaverock WWT for some birdwatching. I’ve already b"

Hotel with a restaurant, 3-minute walk to Spoilt Spa at Smiths
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and 24-hour room service. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a business center, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk.
Gretna Hall Hotel offers 88 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Gretna hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "I liked pretty much everything! Clean, comfortable with great ambiance. Staff were very efficient and really friendly. " - "Lovely traditional hotel which has just been refurbished to a high standard. But the price reflects this as it has nearly doubled since the last time I stayed a few years ago. But most hotels in Scotland now are expensive. " - "Clean friendly hotel. Would definitely stay again and recommend to friends " - "What a beautiful place to stay. It exceeded our expectations. 5 minutes walk to the Blacksmith shop. Rooms were comfy clean spacious and very well equipped. The service outstanding and breakfast the best I've had for a very long time. I would love to visit again. Thank you"

A traditional Georgian building in Thornhill, Buccleuch and Queensberry Arms Hotel offers comfortable accommodations 25 minutes’ drive from Dumfries. It has a restaurant and bar, and provides free parking and Wi-Fi access. Each room is stylishly furnished and has its own high-quality private bathroom, with bathrobes supplied. All rooms have a flat-screen TV and telephone. A full Scottish breakfast is served, and there is also a buffet selection. The restaurant serves a seasonal lunch and dinner menu, with tempting desserts and local cheeses. Buccleuch and Queensberry Arms Hotel lies around 28 miles east of Galloway Forest Park. Carlisle is just under 1 hour’s drive, with Edinburgh and Glasgow 75-90 minutes away.

- "Great accommodation and area" - "Always a delight to stay here. Everything is welcoming and relaxing and dogs made so welcome it is a delight" - "Lovely" - "great stop over just what we needed" - "fabulous comfortable rooms with delicious breakfast & friendly staff to help us." - "Exceptional Service" - "A very enjoyable stay" - "First class luxury stay where staff made us feel really welcome and important!" - "Excellent as always"

Hotel in Castle Douglas with a golf course and a fitness center
A golf course, an indoor pool, and a restaurant are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a sauna are onsite.
Cally Palace Hotel & Golf Course offers 56 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. This Castle Douglas hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Cally Palace Hotel and Golf Course stands as a majestic retreat where the beauty of nature meets the grace of tradition. The enchanting setting, luxurious amenities, and exceptional staff create an atmosphere of refined indulgence. While breakfast stumbled, it did little to diminish the overall allure of this Scottish gem—a destination that invites you to savor the grandeur of both its surroundings and hospitality." - "Excellent comfortably hotel. Quite challenging golf cours"

Featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, Mount Stewart Hotel offers accommodations in Portpatrick, 5.6 mi from Stranraer. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Free private parking is available on site. All rooms feature a private bathroom where for your comfort you will find bath robes, slippers and complimentary toiletries. Certain rooms include a seating area where you can relax. A flat-screen TV and hair dryer are offered. Most rooms have sea views. There is room service at the property. Belfast and Belfast Airport are reached by ferry which takes 2 hours.

- "Exceptional hotel - best in the area, by far." - "Comfortable hotel with stunning waterfront views" - "10/10 will definitely be back & highly highly recommend" - "Will be returning asap" - "Great stay" - "Liked it so much that we are back in 10 days." - "absolutely fantastic" - "Great stay, great staff!" - "Beautiful view and comfortable sleep" - "Clean comfortable accomodation" - "Great place to stay and will definitely be back"

Riverfront inn with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
This smoke-free inn features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and concierge services. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, a library, and express check-in are onsite.
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.

- "Lovely hotel, very warm welcome, spotlessly clean, large room and bathroom." - "Great place to stay, ample parking; quiet, lovely location; food is very good; staff are friendly and helpful. Very clean and good sized room with a very good modern shower." - "Ideal pub accommodation in lovely village. Super restaurant. Couldn’t fault it for a couple of nights." - "One night stay to meet friends who live locally. Lovely place. Would highly recommend this hotel. Excellent facilities, great food, excellent customer service. "

Located in Closeburn, 6.1 miles from Drumlanrig Castle, Trigony Hotel and Garden Spa provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Providing a bar, the property is located within 13 miles of Dumfries and Galloway Golf Club. The property has room service and luggage storage space for guests. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at the hotel also offer free WiFi, while selected rooms have a patio. An à la carte, Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast is served at the property. The area is popular for hiking and cycling, and bike rental is available at this 4-star hotel. Dumfries and County Golf Club is 14 miles from Trigony Hotel and Garden Spa, while Caerlaverock Castle is 21 miles away. Glasgow Prestwick Airport is 45 miles from the property.

- "Beautiful hotel with good old fashioned service with a smile. Very personable and I will be back." - "Beautiful hotel, excellent value for money, pet friendly." - "Very enjoyable friendly stay" - "Amazing" - "Go for the location, stay for the breakfast" - "Beautiful hotel with great staff!" - "Very nice hotel" - "Lovely setting with great gardens and wonderful food" - "Fabulous" - "Excellent.we will be back"

- "We stayed here on our way to the highlands. This is a lovely hotel that is really well maintained. The rooms have been renovated recently and are very comfortable. It's situated on top of a hill and has beautiful grounds surrounding it. " - "Lovely hotel!! Booked due to attending a wedding near by, lovely modern room and very reasonably priced" - "Very nice rooms, setting and staff. Good breakfast" - "Nice modern hotel close to city centre - good rooms, good car park, good restaurant/bar"

The refurbished Ship Inn is a boutique hotel located in the heart of Galloway. It has fully modernized bedroom suites with a wide breakfast choice and a bar selling an extensive selection of whiskeys, wines and real ales. This property is stylish and comfortable and has a high standard of service. The contemporary restaurant is open 7 days a week serving lunch and dinner with a bar selling an extensive range of whiskeys, wines and real ales The hotel is set in the village of Gatehouse of Fleet, amid beautiful countryside. The National Cycle Route 7 passes close to the village.

- "Lovely stay" - "We would definitely stay again if in the area." - "A great short break" - "Our stay was fabulous! We will be back." - "Amazing, thank you" - "A lovely hotel in a beautiful setting - highly recommended" - "Very comfortable stay foo and staff excellent, we were made very welcome would certainly stay here a" - "Rest short break made better by lovely friendly and helpful staff" - "Very pleasant stay. Would be happy to recommend to others visiting the area."

Upscale hotel with a coffee shop and a bar
This hotel features a bar/lounge, a coffee shop/cafe, and a business center. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include conference space, laundry facilities, and a computer station.
Buccleuch and Queensberry Arms Hotel offers 14 accommodations with portable fans. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Overall a lovely hotel. Very friendly staff, excellent food, clean and comfortable rooms. Highly recommend " - "Overall the staff were very flexible regarding our dining requirements. Food was excellent." - "i liked the lodge it was like a 5 star apartment shower controls were outside the shower so you didnt get burned very relaxing comfy bed" - "Really relaxed, comfortable hotel. Lovely decor, delicious food and cosy welcoming bar."

Facing the beachfront, The Kenmuir Arms Hotel offers 4-star accommodations in New Luce and features a garden, terrace and restaurant. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a playground. Guests can have a drink at the bar. Glasgow Prestwick Airport is 60 miles away.

- "First class" - "A stylish getaway hotel" - "Wonderful short break" - "Wonderful" - "Excellent" - "DO NOT OVERLOOK THIS PLACE" - "Fabulous!" - "A hidden gem!" - "Very good 2 Night Stay" - "Excellent - lovely staff" - "Excellent 'pub and rooms style' hotel, great staff and locatkon" - "Very welcoming and cozy" - "Lovely hosts, super food very comfortable" - "little gem of a hotel in beautiful surroundings"

Inn in Sanquhar with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a coffee shop/cafe are available at this smoke-free inn. Free English breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a meeting room, a 24-hour front desk, and a library.
Blackaddie House Hotel offers 7 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and complimentary bottled water. 34-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Refrigerators and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "Second visit here recently and noticed no difference in level of care and attention. The hosts are simply amazing. Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking for accommodation in or around Sanquhar. Food is amazing too. It would 100% be my go to if I ever needed to be back in the area. Gardens and river view are great for a post breakfast walk. " - "Nice hotel great location arrived late host lovely room ok ticked all the box’s " - "Lovely comfortable hotel. Well maintained. We stayed in Snipe room which is compact but ok for a night or 2. Bed comfortable nice Elemis toiletries. The only suggestion would be to add a towel holder next to the bathroom sink. Breakfast was delicious, good quality produce and just the right amout. "

Adjacent to Starbucks, Days Inn Gretna Green is close to the M74 and M6 motorways, and within easy reach of Carlisle. It has unlimited free Wi-Fi and chargeable parking. Newcastle-upon-Tyne and County Durham are about 1 hour from the hotel. The famous wedding village of Gretna Green is close by. Tasteful rooms with attached bathroom include a flat-screen TV with Freeview channels, a free hot drinks tray. Local attractions such as The Old Blacksmiths Shop, Gretna Green, Carlisle Castle, Carlisle Cathedral and Solway Coast are all close by.

- "Quiet, clean, spacious and comfortable." - "Excellent location at a very good price." - "A perfect stop off when travelling North or South or if you need a base to explore the area" - "Pleasant" - "Good place to recharge for a long drive." - "Good for visiting Gretna Green" - "Good overnight stop for motor biking to Scotland" - "Convenient and comfortable" - "Room clean, receptionist helpful. Easy to check out."

Hotel in Stranraer with a restaurant and a bar
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and conference space. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and wedding services.
Mount Stewart Hotel offers 6 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "Staff super friendly and accommodating for late check in !! " - "Excellent stay," - "Lovely location on top of hill with great sea views. Our room, Buchanan, had a table and chairs in front of window with sofa and then bed behind them. Could see the sea from all. Bed was comfy and bath also has sea view. Staff friendly and very accommodating (went during COVID circuit breaker 2 weeks). Had dinner in room which was very tasty. Portpatrick is a quiet, scenic harbour village with a few eating options, walks and can be a base for exploring area. Would recommend and will come again. "

Featuring its own curling ice rink and an indoor pool, North West Castle Hotel is located opposite Stranraer harbor, which serves as the main ferry port between Scotland and Ireland. Other benefits include a sauna, spa bath and a gym. Free WiFi is provided in each room at North West Castle Hotel, as well as an private bathroom, a TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Dishes made with fresh local produce are served in the hotel’s 2 restaurants, and accompanied by an extensive wine list. Musical accompaniment comes in the form of the hotel’s pianist, who will play your song requests. Guests can also relax in The Residents Lounge which features views along the entire length of Loch Ryan. Stranraer town center is just a 5-minute walk from the hotel and features an ancient castle, cafés and shops. Scenic walks can be taken in the local area and day trips to Belfast are made easy by the frequent ferries which sail back and forth.

- "very pleasant" - "Just what we needed after a long drive!" - "Great - will be booking again" - "Will stay again" - "Value for money stay" - "Warm Hotel but Luke Warm Reception" - "Very good" - "Excellent hotel and a great barman who made us feel very welcome 🤗" - "perfect for my needs" - "Very good" - "Excellent location and ideal for an overnight stay for the ferry" - "Good value hotel in good location."

Upscale hotel with free breakfast and a coffee shop
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a coffee shop/cafe. Free English breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a garden.
OYO Auldgirth Inn offers 20 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and bathrobes. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Dumfries hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "We enjoyed our stay. Our room was comparatively small, aside from the king-sized bed - it's an old inn after all - but very comfortable and well equipped. We stayed there essentially because of the prospect of good food, and we certainly enjoyed our meal. The folk there were welcoming so it was a good experience, ." - "clean enviroment. breakfast choice limited. no cereal on offer." - "Fantastic food from an enthusiastic, imaginative and caring chef. Great location for touring the region. Rooms ‘bijou’ due to the type of property and it’s history but very clean and comfortable."