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The Ship Inn

Riverfront inn in Castle Douglas with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Sun, Nov 16
Wed, Nov 19
November 2025
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December 2025
In a tranquil setting near Cairn Holy Chambered Cairn, The Ship Inn offers an upscale retreat. Unwind in the garden or treat yourself at the on-site hair salon and No. 1 Fleet Street restaurant, which serves lunch and dinner. With amenities like bike rentals, a library, and free WiFi in public areas.
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Water dispenser
  • Hair salon
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area

Feel at home (6)

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
CA $158
CA $189 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8

Why we love this property

Global flavors on offer
The restaurant offers international dishes with local ingredients. Vegetarian breakfast options shine. In-room champagne service adds luxury to stays.
Premium comfort sleep
Hypo-allergenic and premium bedding on memory foam mattresses ensure peaceful slumber. Blackout drapes and champagne service elevate the experience.

Room options

Showing 9 of 9 rooms
Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Superior Double Room
Superior Double Room
Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Superior Double Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 22 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Superior Double Room (Room 2) | Bathroom
Superior Double Room (Room 2)
Superior Double Room (Room 2)
Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Superior Double Room (Room 2)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Superior Double Room (Room 3) | Bathroom
Superior Double Room (Room 3)
Superior Double Room (Room 3)
Superior Double Room (Room 3)

Superior Double Room (Room 3)

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Double Room (Room 6) | Bathroom
Double Room (Room 6)
Double Room (Room 6)
Double Room (Room 6)

Double Room (Room 6)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 20 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Double Room (Room 7) | Bathroom
Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated
Double Room (Room 7)
Double Room (Room 7)

Double Room (Room 7)

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 21 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Family Room | Bathroom
Family Room
Family Room
Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Family Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 24 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Twin Room
Twin Room
Twin Room

Twin Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Double Room | Bathroom
Double Room
Double Room
Double Room

Double Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Double Room (Room 9)
Double Room (Room 9)
Double Room (Room 9)

Double Room (Room 9)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 20 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
1 Fleet Street, Gatehouse-of-Fleet, Castle Douglas, Scotland, DG7 2HU

What's nearby

  • Mill on the Fleet - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cardoness Castle - 1 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Laggan Outdoor - 5 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Mossyard Beach - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Galloway Forest Park - 41 min drive - 54.2 km

Getting around

  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 108 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 141 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Galloway Lodge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Skyreburn Teapot - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Schoolhouse - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Masonic Arms - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Castle Restaurant - ‬14 min drive

About this property

The Ship Inn

Enjoy your visit to Castle Douglas with a stay at The Ship Inn. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 10 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Off-leash area available

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Built in 1794
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Water dispenser

Accessibility

  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Day bed
  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Highchair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Special features

Dining

No. 1 Fleet Street - This wine bar specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 20 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 40.00 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 12.50 per pet, per stay (maximum GBP 25.00 per stay)

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

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

Does The Ship Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Ship Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Ship Inn?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 12.50 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available.

Is parking offered on site at The Ship Inn?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Ship Inn.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Ship Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Ship Inn and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing and hiking. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Ship Inn?

Yes, No. 1 Fleet Street offers international cuisine.

What's the area around The Ship Inn like?

The Ship Inn is located on the waterfront, a short 14-minute walk from Cardoness Castle and 3 minutes' walk from Mill on the Fleet.

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The Ship Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was freshly cooked, tasty, and well-presented with a variety of options. (5 reviews)
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Popular mentions

Service staffFoodBreakfastRoomRestaurant

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place to stay - it’s the 4th time we’ve stayed here when visiting the area and it’s always a pleasant experience. Good sized family room with my two sons, and overall a very clean and nice pub hotel with friendly staff.

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfy, spacious room. Great food and lovely staff.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay here! I will return in the future
TJ, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ideal pub accommodation in lovely village. Super restaurant. Couldn’t fault it for a couple of nights.
J, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent

One night stay to meet friends who live locally. Lovely place. Would highly recommend this hotel. Excellent facilities, great food, excellent customer service.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quality, quality, quality!

We spent one evening and night at The Ship Inn as part of our Golden Wedding Celebrations. From the moment we checked in to the moment we left, the environment was welcoming, staff professional and friendly, rooms very clean and comfortable and breakfast perfect, giving more than adequate veggie options.
Lynda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay overall was excellent, the food in the restaurant was 1st class. The room was spacious and comfortable. Would highly recommend to friends and family.
Audrey, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very friendly and helpful staff.
Robin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It is really in Gatehouse-of -Fleet, not CD!

Charming hotel, lovely room, very friendly and helpful staff.
Matthew, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent Overnight Stay

Lovely hotel, very warm welcome, spotlessly clean, large room and bathroom.
Jennifer, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Excellent restaurant at premises. Very friendly staff.
Thomas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent

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.
Euan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Razoável
flavia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and accommodating staff. The room was lovely and clean - we really enjoyed our visit and would recommend this hotel.
Donald, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Little gem

Great place to stay with excellent restaurant. Rooms well appointed, very clean and spacious. Staff very accommodating.
Alastair, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Ship Inn Accommodation and Restaurant

We were very comfortable and warm. Staff very friendly and helpful. Breakfast and evening meal very good and tasty. Hotel was in a good play for our needs to visit the area.
Ian, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Gatehouse of Fleet

Great Hotel, great service and food
Richard, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Relaxed, friendly stay in nice location

Nice small family run hotel, wonderful restaurant and super breakfast.
ROGER, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ship

Very comfortable, lovely place to stay with friendly helpful staff
Donald, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect stay at The Ship Inn

Very clean,newly furnished, lovely bathroom, comfortable memory foam mattress Stayed in room 1 which was a good size with dual aspect windows. Food excellent evening meal and lovely breakfast of eggs florentine and Scottish breakfast for hubby. Quaint village ,would definitely stay again
Suzanne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly helpful staff . Good is great
Hester, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great dog friendly hotel

Great dog friendly hotel, restaurant meal really nice and breakfast very good.
Barry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely, clean and spacious room. One of the best showers I've used in a long time. The food in the restaurant was simply amazing, both breakfast and dinner. Beautifully presented and every mouthful savoured. Next time we're in this part of the world we will definitely stay here again.

10/10 Exceptional

Our Stay.

We booked for a two night mid week break and felt this was a good area to base ourselves. The Ship Inn provides accommodation which meets the needs of couples, families, and people with pets. A friendly environment with good service throughout. The room itself was clean and the bed so comfortable with refreshments such as tea, coffee, biscuits all prepared and topped up if needed. The bathroom had an overhead shower. Everything in good working order. Breakfast was available until 09:00 which suited us and the service was efficient and welcoming. The porridge and 'Scottish breakfast' was tasty and well presented. Furthermore it was freshly cooked. We really enjoyed our stay and do plan to return- very good value for money and access to beautiful surroundings.
Caren, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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Paul, 1-night trip