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Ernespie House Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Castle Douglas with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe

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Two dome-shaped structures stand under the stars, surrounded by a serene grassy area and a wooden fence.
Relax in a stylish room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a comfortable armchair.
Relax in this stylish room with a comfortable sofa, wooden coffee table, and a neatly made bed.
Traditional building with a central entrance, flanked by windows and decorative elements.
Enjoy meals in this elegant dining area with a long table, comfortable chairs, and a fireplace.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$252
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug

Room options

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Master suite

Master suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King room

King room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Four Poster Bedroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
Ernespie Rd, Castle Douglas, Scotland, DG7 3JG

What's nearby

  • Threave Garden - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Lock Ken - 12 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Threave Castle - 13 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Kippford Beach - 17 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Galloway Forest Park - 29 min drive - 38.4 km

Getting around

  • Dumfries Station - 22 min drive
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Niko's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Lochview Motel - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Moores Chip Shop - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Threave Castle - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Halikarnas Fish & Chips - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Ernespie House Hotel

Property highlights
Take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe at Ernespie House Hotel. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to a garden and a fireplace in reception, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Secured bike storage, smoke-free property and wedding services
  • Barbecues, bike tour information and a banquet hall
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities such as sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and heating

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,000 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per accommodation, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Ernespie House Hotel Castle Douglas
Ernespie House Castle Douglas
Ernespie House
Ernespie House Hotel Castle Douglas
Urr Valley Hotel
Ernespie House Hotel Hotel
Ernespie House Hotel Castle Douglas
Ernespie House Hotel Hotel Castle Douglas

Frequently asked questions

Is Ernespie House Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Ernespie House Hotel?

As of 22 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ernespie House Hotel on 5 Aug 2025 start from AU$251.58, including 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 Ernespie House Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ernespie House Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Ernespie House Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Ernespie House Hotel located?

Situated in Castle Douglas, this hotel is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Threave Garden and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Threave Castle. RSPB Ken-Dee Marshes Reserve and Lock Ken are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Ernespie House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 58 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff great - they are trying to bring the place bac
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Hazel Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay, I thought good value for money,.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The views from the hotel are amazing . The staff and very friendly , informative and helpful . Our room was very spacious with views over the fields (room 20.) Very clean and tidy . Breakfast very good and sets you up for the day . Pre dinner cocktails sitting in the garden an added bonus . Dinner exceptional and in particular the curries ! Would highly recommend staying at Ernespie again . Anyone travelling with children the neighbouring Ernespie Farm and play area is ideal . Thank you Ernespie . Aly & Greg
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location staff friendly service good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy-Ann

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were wonderful and friendly. Very dog friendly. Peaceful location. Perfect stopping off point for our journey to the ferry.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enerspie house hotel Fab!

Beautiful rural setting. We had a lovely stay. Friendly, welcoming staff, lovely room with comfortable bed and perfectly cooked food! We will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean, comfortable and excellent food

Super friendly and engaging staff. Clean room with a very comfortable bed. Excellent food.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Two day break

Unexpected upgrade, lovely food (reasonably priced), attentive staff. Beautiful setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Brilliant value for money

Excellent food and great choice. Bar prices very reasonable. Great location to Castle Douglas in very well maintained grounds. Staff and manager so lovely, friendly, caring.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ray

Liked: Staff & service

2 Night Stay

It was very good overall, the service was attentive and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Tessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly staff

Just stayed one night, staff there very friendly and helpful - had a lovely evening meal with home cooked food and a great breakfast! Its an old fashioned hotel but its got character - drive up to the hotel is lovely, nice and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Quick overnight stay

Great hotel in a good location. Lovely staff. Good food - evening meal and breakfast. Room had a few snags but easily sorted with help of owner.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Iain

Geeting bit dated and run down. A stodgy and traditional Scottish Hotel. Not my taste, But others may really like this.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Peter

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Requires refurbishing.

Fabulous grounds but the hotel itself is in need of serious refurbishment. Our room still had wood chip wallpaper on the walls. That said the staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Scott

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No hot water for a shower and had to ask for heating to be put on in the room, our stay was November. Very cold and draughty hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The first family room was smelling of damp, towels were very damp, individual shower gels were empty& left in shower. Pubic hair on the toilet seat. There were 3 staying, only 2 mugs & the glass had toothpaste in the bottom of it. We were really looking forward to our stay. Heard the food was great, just didn't take the chance & ate elsewhere.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

A disappointing overnight stay

The worst overnight stay my wife and i ever had cleanliness was appalling dog poo bin at front door smelt terrible had to ask for it to be cleaned windows filthy outside area very unkempt asked to be moved from bedroom looking out on the roof of the kitchen i could go on this hotel should be closed until it has a full make over
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good Scottish independent hospitality

Quick check in, room very spacious though could do with a few more hangers. Looks recently refurbished carpet and headboard and bed very comfy. TV on bracket has good swivel so can be viewed both in bed or from the sofa or chairs. Would benefit from a large bulb in the bedroom center light. Bathroom bit small and the shower cuts out a lot of the light from the basin. Food all freshly cooked to order and the curry dishes should not be missed - all excellent authentic with delicate spicing, not burning hot as some can be. Breakfast again cooked to order and served at the table other than juice and toast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

The room was well appointed and comfortable. I found the breakfast ok, and the attendant not observant of our needs despite it being not busy, at the time we were dining only the two of us. We would have lived more coffee and some yogurt but the attendant had left the area not to be seen again. We also were not given the code for the outside door and had to call to get back in after arriving back from dinner out. The greeting was warm upon arrival, the bedding nice. The shower took very long to achieve proper pressure and heat. It was a lovely place despite these things.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic break away

We had an excellent two nights at Ernespie House. Our hosts were welcoming, friendly and couldn't do enough to ensure we enjoyed our stay. All the staff we met were pleasant and hospitable. The hotel is spotless and our room was fantastic with all amenities, warm and cosy for such a large room with a wonderful high ceiling, bed was super comfy, lovely pillows and duvets, attention to detail is spot on. We had our evening meal both nights and they were first class. The honeycomb cheesecake is fabulous and I can honestly say the Rump steak was the best I have ever tasted. Cooked breakfast both mornings, delicious! It was very wet while we were there, so we weren't able to have a good look around the vast grounds, plan to do so on our next visit (weather permitting) The couple obviously have many plans for their new venture and we plan to visit again next year and see their progress. Wishing them every success for the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

6/10 Okay

PAUL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property could do with better quality beds, owner was friendly and polite but feel at £122 pound it should be better don’t get me wrong it was ok just a bit overpriced.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024