Title: The Thistle Inn - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Thistle Inn Hotel in Castle Douglas with free breakfast and a restaurant ![Comfort Quadruple Room, Ensuite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19910000/19907300/19907268/31299a9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Comfort Twin Room, Ensuite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19910000/19907300/19907268/63097a9c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19910000/19907300/19907268/bf94dfc1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Twin Room, Ensuite | Miscellaneous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19910000/19907300/19907268/46332f99.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19910000/19907300/19907268/b8713c7b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Thistle Inn offers guests a complimentary breakfast to begin their day, along with a cozy bar and restaurant for relaxation. Visitors appreciate the helpful staff and can enjoy WiFi access in common areas or play a match on the property's outdoor tennis court. 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - - Bar - Housekeeping - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sep. 19 - Sep. 20](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-20&selected=19907268&PinnedHotelID=19907268&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-20&selected=19907268&PinnedHotelID=19907268&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sep. 20 - Sep. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-20&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=19907268&PinnedHotelID=19907268&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-20&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=19907268&PinnedHotelID=19907268&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sep. 19 - Sep. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=19907268&PinnedHotelID=19907268&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=19907268&PinnedHotelID=19907268&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Sep. 26 - Sep. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=19907268&PinnedHotelID=19907268&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=19907268&PinnedHotelID=19907268&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Comfort Quadruple Room, Ensuite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19910000/19907300/19907268/327f877e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Quadruple Room, Ensuite ### Highlights Refrigerator Separate bedroom Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Daily housekeeping Desk - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed ![Comfort Twin Room, Ensuite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19910000/19907300/19907268/e15d21fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Twin Room, Ensuite 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Refrigerator Separate bedroom Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Daily housekeeping - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Basic Triple Room, Ensuite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19910000/19907300/19907268/3872f4dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Triple Room, Ensuite ### Highlights Refrigerator Separate bedroom Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Daily housekeeping Desk - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCastle-Douglas-Hotels-The-Thistle-Inn.h19907268.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCastle-Douglas-Hotels-The-Thistle-Inn.h19907268.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Castle Douglas is home to The Thistle Inn. RSPB Ken-Dee Marshes Reserve and Lock Ken reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Galloway Activity Centre and Cally Gardens. Discover the area's water adventures with water skiing and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling. [Visit our Castle Douglas travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Castle-Douglas.dx182747) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.98053%2C-3.98528&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=AQNGYrXYo7u73GG7lQOCzg7Rx1U=) 51-55 Main Street, Castle Douglas, Scotland, DG7 3AU ### What's nearby - Lock Ken - 6 min drive - 7.3 km - Threave Garden - 9 min drive - 10.7 km - Threave Castle - 16 min drive - 10.5 km - Kippford Beach - 23 min drive - 25.6 km - Galloway Forest Park - 23 min drive - 31.1 km ### Getting around - Dumfries Station - 26 min drive - Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 86 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Designs Cafe - ‬5 min drive - ‪Halikarnas Fish & Chips - ‬5 min drive - ‪Nikos - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Jewel in the Crown - ‬6 min drive - ‪Moore's Chip Shop - ‬5 min drive ## About this property ### The Thistle Inn Property highlights At The Thistle Inn, you can look forward to free breakfast, a bar, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. Other perks at this hotel include: - Free self parking and extended parking - An outdoor tennis court and smoke-free premises ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet ### Parking and transportation - Free extended parking on site ### Food and drink - Free breakfast available - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Things to do - Outdoor tennis court ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM Early check-in subject to availability Contactless check-in available ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### You need to know 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 Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and cash ### We should mention This property does not have elevators This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is also known as Thistle Inn Castle Douglas Thistle Inn Castle Douglas Thistle Castle Douglas Inn The Thistle Inn Castle Douglas Castle Douglas The Thistle Inn Inn The Thistle Inn Castle Douglas Thistle Inn Thistle Inn The Thistle Inn The Thistle Inn Hotel The Thistle Inn Castle Douglas The Thistle Inn Hotel Castle Douglas ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Thistle Inn pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Thistle Inn? > As of Sept 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Thistle Inn on Sept 21, 2025 start from CA $124.64, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Castle-Douglas-Hotels-The-Thistle-Inn.h19907268.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at The Thistle Inn? > Self parking and extended parking are free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Thistle Inn? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Thistle Inn? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Thistle Inn located? > Situated in Castle Douglas, this hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Lock Ken, Threave Castle, and Loch Ken Marina. Threave Garden and RSPB Ken-Dee Marshes Reserve are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Thistle Inn Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 24 8 - Good 10 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 9.6/10 Staff & service ### 8.8/10 Amenities ### 9.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### richard May 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Really nice people and very nice food too with a pub , very quiet and grate location for heading out for local adventures will be booking again. ##### richard Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Suzanne Aug 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The Thistle Inn was the perfect stop for the night. We were greeted by the owner and the room was cool and quiet. Exactly what we needed after a long drive. Breakfast was cooked to order and delicious. Michelle is very pleasant and enjoyed talking about the area with great recommendations for other places to visit. ##### Suzanne Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen Jun 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great room and food was amazing too. Highly recommend 👌 ##### Karen Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen Jul 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice and clean good value for money ##### Stephen Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frances Apr 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nice stay. I would recommend to other travelers. Room was clean, beds were comfortable, a delicious breakfast ... very good coffee! ##### Frances Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janine Apr 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfect Homely, friendly, cosy and warm with amazing cooked breakfast. Lovely host x ##### Janine Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glenn Mar 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Staff very friendly,room clean ,brilliant breakfast ( very important ) very nice place to be.Ideal position for roaming around Loch Ken ##### Glenn Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shannon May 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The owner was very friendly and welcoming. ##### Shannon Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard Apr 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good value hotel Stayed one night in triple room on road trip around Dumfries & Galloway. Room clean and comfortable with a microwave and fridge a bonus. Only negative was lack of electric sockets, although this was not really problematic. Staff extremely helpful and friendly and with a good cooked breakfast. Parking was also easy. Would stay again. ##### Richard Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dessie Oct 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service friendly staff. food was excellent ##### Dessie Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim Jul 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Comfortable stay with decent food and drink Friendly staff, nice room, decent food, decent price, all good! ##### Tim Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Alan Apr 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Warm welcome and friendly reception Food was good 'pub' grub ##### Alan Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Mike May 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Good Value Stay Good value pub room, with really helpful and friendly staff. Excellent breakfast. Sound insulation from adjacent rooms could have been better. We were advised less than an hour before arrival that the pub and restaurant would be closed that evening due to a family event, so we’d have to eat in Castle Douglas. No problem but the recommendations were all full - it would have been really nice if the Thistle Inn had offered to book a table for us. It must be stressed that this was a one off and doesn’t reflect normal service. ##### Mike Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### John Alexander Conway Jan 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities So quiet I drove straight past the place. Cosy wee well appointed room. Walls a bit thin though. ##### John Alexander Conway Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Robert Nov 5, 2023 Liked: Amenities I have stayed at the Thistle Hotel on previous visits to Castle Douglas and find it welcoming and i always book a room here if availability is good , will be staying again if and when I am on business nearby. ##### Robert Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt Aug 25, 2024 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great little village inn. The proprietor and chef Michelle was welcoming and friendly. The attached restaurant was delicious. We had a beautiful dinner and Scottish breakfast the following morning. You definitely get a great glimpse of village life in this friendly little village pub. The room was clean and comfortable. You will enjoy it here! Thank you for your lovely Scottish hospitality. ##### Matt Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clifford Sep 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I stopped here, as I was ill. The staff made me lemon herbal drink and brought it to my room, they very kind to me. The Anex room was basic but Very reasonably priced for a room with bathroom ##### Clifford Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian Mar 17, 2024 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities Thanks to Michelle for being so kind and helpful. Nice clean room. Fab breakfast: award winning poached eggs ##### Ian Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John Jun 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The personal service ##### John Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Cynthia Jul 22, 2024 Disliked: Amenities The breakfast was very poor, no cereals, no juice or extra toast and Jam etc. Our sons room had no windows plus the laundry room next door was noisy all night so he didn't get much sleep. His shower wasn't working but they did knock the price down. ##### Cynthia Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Aug 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Very hardworking and lovely little B&B stay This room (or at least the one we had which was a sort of loft conversion, accessed by metal plane style stairs) was absolutely fine either for people who are absolutely fit and mobile and on a budget, or people staying one or two nights only. We were only booked for one night and that was fine. The metal stairs are slippery in the rain BUT the owners in showing us up to the room helped carry cases etc. It is not difficult but if you have any mobility challenges, be sure to ask for ground floor room. Bathroom was shower, loo, small sink - very clean and some in room toiletries also provided which was a nice touch. Our room had several beds and I think was the family room, which makes it ideal for some groups, but as a couple we'd have preferred one larger double bed - however, we had to book this fairly late in our planning, it was the only room available and it was really well priced for the area. Food downstairs in the pub is nice, my tip would be stick to the classics like the burgers and lasagna. More ambitious looking dishes like the scallop and black pudding starter were OK but felt less good in terms of value for money - I had burger envy of my husband's choice! Staff cannot do enough for you and given how tiny the place is in terms of two or so people running the bar, kitchen and dealing with on site accommodation queries they do a smashing job. Our breakfasts in the morning were DELICIOUS. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vincent Aug 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Prima locatie voor ons. Op het moment van ons verblijf heeft de eigenaar speciaal voor ons diner klaargemaakt. ##### Vincent Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neil May 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Neil Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Drew Mar 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Drew Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert Nov 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Robert Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels in Rapid City](https://www.expedia.ca/Rapid-City-Hotels.d6059491.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Carberry Tower Mansion House and Estate](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Carberry-Tower-Mansion-House-And-Estate.h1411895.Hotel-Information) > > [The Whispering Pine Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Spean-Bridge-Hotels-The-Whispering-Pine-Lodge.h11119972.Hotel-Information) > > [Residence Inn by Marriott Seattle University District](https://www.expedia.ca/Seattle-Hotels-Residence-Inn-By-Marriott-Seattle-University-District.h10621943.Hotel-Information) > > [Whitefish Riverfront Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Whitefish-Hotels-The-Pine-Lodge-On-Whitefish-River.h8343327.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Hay River](https://www.expedia.ca/Hay-River-Hotels.d3969.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Port Coquitlam](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Coquitlam-Hotels.d9374.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Sligachan Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Isle-Of-Skye-Hotels-Sligachan-Hotel.h14705327.Hotel-Information) > > [The Sage Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Santa-Fe-Hotels-The-Sage-Hotel.h26295.Hotel-Information) > > [Pier B Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Duluth-Hotels-Pier-B-Resort.h11934447.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Niagara Falls/Fallsview Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Niagara-Falls-Hotels-Hilton-Niagara-FallsFallsview-Hotel-Suites.h463153.Hotel-Information) > > [Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Dalmahoy-Hotel-Country-Club.h21999.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Grand Bend](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Bend-Hotels.d181878.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Tokyo-Hotels-Tokyo-Bay-Shiomi-Prince-Hotel.h44877300.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Jalisco - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Vallarta-Hotels-Riu-Jalisco-All-Inclusive.h897912.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Kanata](https://www.expedia.ca/Ottawa-Hotels-Fairfield-Inn-Suites-By-Marriott-Ottawa-Kanata.h891243.Hotel-Information) > > [Pet-friendly Hotels in Toronto](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-Pet-Friendly-Hotel.0-0-d178314-tPetfriendlyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to Los Angeles (LAX)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/lax/edmonton-to-los-angeles) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Chiang Mai (CNX)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/cnx/vancouver-to-chiang-mai) > > [Flights from Manila (MNL) to Calgary (YYC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/mnl/yyc/manila-to-calgary) > > [Flights from Delhi (DEL) to Montreal (YUL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/del/yul/delhi-to-montreal) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Kelowna (YLW)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/ylw/toronto-to-kelowna) > > [Flights from Richmond (RIC) to Montreal (YUL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ric/yul/richmond-to-montreal) > > [Air Transat](https://www.expedia.ca/Air-Transat-Flights.cTS.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Hamilton (YHM) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yhm/yvr/hamilton-to-vancouver) > > [Flights from Manises (VLC) to Palma de Mallorca (PMI)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/vlc/pmi/valencia-to-palma-de-mallorca) > > [Flights from Charlottetown (YYG) to Chicago (ORD)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyg/ord/charlottetown-to-chicago) > > [Flights from Seattle (SEA) to Delhi (DEL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/sea/del/seattle-to-delhi) ### General > [Visit Kandy](https://www.expedia.ca/Kandy.dx178045)