The Ship Inn | Hotel in Castle Douglas

| 9.4 (87 Reviews) |  1 Bathroom
Gatehouse-of-Fleet Hotel | The Ship Inn

Hotel in Gatehouse-of-Fleet, Castle Douglas

Riverfront inn with a restaurant, in the vicinity of Laggan Outdoor
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.

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Amenities

TV
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
  • Private bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
Bedroom
  • Portable fan
  • Heating
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Pillow menu
  • Day bed
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofing
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Individually furnished
  • Individually decorated
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Desk chair
  • LED light bulbs
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
Breakfast
  • 1 restaurant
  • 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
  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
Parking
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options
Accessibility
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
Activities
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Fishing
  • Bicycle rentals
Entertainment
  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital channels
General
  • Meeting rooms
  • Water dispenser
  • Library
  • English
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • 100% renewable energy
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Romance packages available
  • Smoke-free property
  • Water dispenser
  • Vegetarian dining options
Guest Services
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Highchair
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Concierge services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
Internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Picnic area

Policies

Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:30 pm; check-in end time: 10:00 pm contactless check-in available express check-in available minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 am contactless check-out available express check-out available
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 12.50 per pet, per stay (maximum gbp 25.00 per stay) service animals are exempt from fees 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
An off-leash area is available pets allowed for an extra charge of gbp 12.50 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 this property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

Reviews

Gordon
Feb 8, 2026 10:53:25 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Room excellent and clean staff very friendly and helpful food in restaurant also very good went there off season so not much open in village and surrounding areas but still found enough to do would recommend
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Twin Room
Room Size: 193 square feet m2
2 Twin Beds
Twin Room

General

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
Double Room

General

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
Double Room (Room 7)

General

Square meters - 21, Square feet - 226, Free WiFi, Ping - 6, Desk, Number of bedrooms - 1, River view, Shower only, 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
Family Room

General

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
Superior Double Room (Room 3)

General

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
Double Room (Room 6)

General

Square meters - 20, Square feet - 215, Free WiFi, Number of bedrooms - 0, Ping - 5, Shower/tub combination, Desk, 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
Double Room (Room 9)

General

Square meters - 20, Square feet - 215, Free WiFi, Number of bedrooms - 0, Shower/tub combination, Ping - 6, Desk, 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
Superior Double Room

General

Square feet - 236, Free WiFi, Shower/tub combination, Desk, Ping - 7, River view, 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
Superior Double Room (Room 2)

General

Free WiFi, Square feet - 193, Ping - 5, Shower/tub combination, Desk, Square meters - 18, 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 $183 per night with includes Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Wellness Facilities, Restaurant, Child Friendly, Internet, Fireplace/Heating, Breakfast, Kitchen, Laundry, TV, Bedding/Linens, Bar, Entertainment, Business Services, Guest Services with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

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?

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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