The Ship Inn
4.0 star property

Upscale inn with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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The Ship Inn

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Superior Double Room (Room 2)
Superior Double Room | Terrace/patio
Exterior
Lunch and dinner served, international cuisine
Twin Room

Overview of The Ship Inn

Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

1 Fleet Street, Gatehouse-of-Fleet, Castle Douglas, Scotland, DG7 2HU
  • Popular LocationCardoness Castle14 min walk
  • Popular LocationLaggan Outdoor5 min drive
  • Popular LocationMossyard Beach9 min drive
  • AirportGlasgow (PIK-Prestwick)107 min drive
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Room options

Twin Room

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Double or Twin Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Double Room (Room 7)

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Family Room

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Superior Double Room (Room 3)

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Double Room (Room 6)

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Double Room (Room 9)

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Superior Double Room

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Superior Double Room (Room 2)

cleanliness

Highlights

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

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About the area

Gatehouse-of-Fleet

Located in Castle Douglas, The Ship Inn is in a regional park and on the waterfront. Cairn Holy Chambered Cairn and Greyfriars Episcopal Church are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ross Bay and Brighouse Bay. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Laggan Outdoor. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.

What's nearby

  • Mill on the Fleet - 3 min walk
  • Cardoness Castle - 14 min walk
  • Laggan Outdoor - 5 min drive
  • Mossyard Beach - 9 min drive
  • Brighouse Bay - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

  • Masonic Arms - 7 min walk
  • Laggan Outdoor - 6 min drive
  • Basecamp - 7 min drive
  • The Skyreburn Teapot - 3 min drive
  • Galloway Lodge - 3 min walk

About this property

The Ship Inn

Upscale inn near Laggan Outdoor
Located close to Cairn Holy Chambered Cairn and MacLellan's Castle, The Ship Inn provides a terrace, a garden, and a hair salon. The onsite restaurant, No. 1 Fleet Street, features international cuisine. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and a bar.
Other perks at this inn include:
  • Bike rentals, meeting rooms, and a 24-hour front desk
  • An off-leash area, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • Concierge services
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and separate sitting areas, as well as perks like desk chairs and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, memory foam beds, and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • 10 bathrooms with hair dryers
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Polish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • No. 1 Fleet Street

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Built in 1794
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Day bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • 10 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Room service

More

  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive smart lock details

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 40.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 40.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is 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

Is The Ship Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ship Inn?

As of Mar 28, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ship Inn on Apr 17, 2024 start from CA $142.49, 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 for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Ship Inn?

The Ship Inn doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Ship Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Ship Inn?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Ship Inn located?

Situated on the waterfront, this inn is within 9 mi (15 km) of Laggan Outdoor, Cairn Holy Chambered Cairn, and Greyfriars Episcopal Church. MacLellan's Castle and Ross Bay are also within 12 mi (20 km).

The Ship Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

CAROL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

daniel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfy, spacious room. Great food and lovely staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly helpful staff . Good is great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Kendal

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michalakis

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023