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The Kings Arms Hotel

3.5 star property
Inn in Castle Douglas with free breakfast and restaurant

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Twin Room, Ensuite (Room 10)
Double Room, Ensuite (Room 6) | Bathroom
Double Room, Ensuite (Room 1)
Exterior
Bar (on property)
The Kings Arms Hotel, centrally located, offers guests full breakfast and a quality restaurant. The property provides WiFi, outdoor seating, and extended parking. Visitors appreciate the attentive staff who enhance the stay experience.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$276
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov

Room options

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Single Room, Ensuite (Room 7)

Single Room, Ensuite (Room 7)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Pet friendly
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite (Room 1)

Double Room, Ensuite (Room 1)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room, Ensuite (Room 2)

Family Room, Ensuite (Room 2)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Triple Room, Ensuite (Room 9)

Triple Room, Ensuite (Room 9)

Triple Room, Ensuite (Room 9)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Twin Room, Ensuite (Room 3)

Twin Room, Ensuite (Room 3)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (Room 6)

Double Room, Ensuite (Room 6)

Double Room, Ensuite (Room 6)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Twin Room, Ensuite (Room 4)

Twin Room, Ensuite (Room 4)

Twin Room, Ensuite (Room 4)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Twin Room, Ensuite (Room 5)

Twin Room, Ensuite (Room 5)

Twin Room, Ensuite (Room 5)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Twin Room, Ensuite (Room 10)

Twin Room, Ensuite (Room 10)

Twin Room, Ensuite (Room 10)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
St Andrews Street, Castle Douglas, Scotland, DG7 1EL

What's nearby

  • Threave Garden - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Threave Castle - 11 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Lock Ken - 12 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Kippford Beach - 18 min drive - 19.1 km
  • Galloway Forest Park - 29 min drive - 38.1 km

Getting around

  • Dumfries Station - 23 min drive
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Designs Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kings Arms - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Halikarnas Fish & Chips - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nikos - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Street Lights - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Kings Arms Hotel

Property highlights
At The Kings Arms Hotel, you can look forward to free full breakfast, a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this inn include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Tour/ticket information, smoke-free property and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Kings Arms Hotel have amenities, such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Baths or showers, hairdryers and shampoo
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, children's books and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Courtyard Restaurant

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Built in 1700
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay for free
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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 10.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 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
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

The Kings Arms Hotel Inn
The Kings Arms Hotel Castle Douglas
The Kings Arms Hotel Inn Castle Douglas

Frequently asked questions

Is The Kings Arms Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Kings Arms Hotel?

As of 31 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kings Arms Hotel on 1 Nov 2025 start from AU$275.97, 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 The Kings Arms Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Kings Arms Hotel?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Kings Arms Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Kings Arms Hotel located?

Situated in Castle Douglas, this inn is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Threave Garden and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Threave Castle. RSPB Ken-Dee Marshes Reserve and Lock Ken are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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The Kings Arms Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 143 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 143 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 143 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 143 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 143 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent, stay wonderful staff and delicious food
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very cery good and exeptionally helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our return visit friendly owners and staff, brilliant evening meal and breakfast

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and friendly with excellent breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Richard

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

Castle Douglas stay

Great check-in, super staff, great food,
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Will stay again. Staff and service very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Traditional friendly scottish hotel which suited my needs very well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a very well managed hotel. It was busy when I stayed. I had a problem, beyond the control of the hotel, but the staff managed it perfectly. I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect.

Extremely friendly staff. Spotlessly clean throughout. Fantastic breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you are down Castle Douglas way, planning to stay over, then this place is perfect. Easy and friendly checkin, spotless room and a team that went out their way to make us feel welcome and valued. Easy to see why it gets top marks. We had dinner which was excellent and the tap beer was good to! Cooked Breakfast was first class. Best sausages I have had in ages. Will defo be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location in Dumfries and Galloway allowed me to access locations associated with The Wicker Man film so managed a few in a very short time. The staff were very friendly and very helpful and breakfast for veggies was excellent. My Westie Max enjoyed his stay and the fuss he received. A well situated historic property in Castle Douglas.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

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

Fantastic hotel!

Absolutely fantastic hotel with full restaurant and bar. Dog friendly with a private car park. Delicious food with quick and friendly service. Room always clean and comfortable with possibly the greatest shower I have ever used - hot and strong! So grateful for the fantastic stay, we had come up to allow me to take my driving test and their fabulous breakfast helped prepare me! I passed my test! Thank you again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gráinne

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

Beyond expectation

This was better than the photos suggest. It turned out to be a well-run small hotel where everything worked and the owner was actively looking after people without being intrusive. Cosy bed, quite good and very plentiful food. Easy-going.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Short notice booking

Swift and efficient checkin. The young lady on reception was very helpful with local information and arranged and setup a table for dinner while i dropped my luggage to my upgraded room. My room was recently decorated and spotless. Bed very comfortable. Due to my early morning departure a packed lunch was arranged at no extra charge. Overall i would recommend using the hotel. The staff are key to operating first class service in the hospitality world, all friendly polite and attentive to detail.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness

Think it had been closed a few days. Brrr

The hotel was freezing throughout and the heating was only turned on just before I arrived. The room was tiny and the duvet was a summer one. I am from the North as well so not a softy. Would have been okay if it was cheaper but expected more tbh.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent evening meal and breakfast. Very helpful staff. Bright, clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

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

Good for business trip

Comfortable room, friendly hosts, good food
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

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

Short stay in Castle Douglas

Had read good reviews of this hotel, so decided to book and it was great. Was only here 1 night, but would definitely stay again. Bedroom & bathroom clean and comfortable and a nice comfy bed too. Dinner was great as was breakfast next morning. Staff all friendly, welcoming and helpful. Easy parking either in dedicated patron’s car park or on street. Great location for exploring the area and Castle Douglas itself is a nice town with lots of independent businesses and plenty cafes, delis etc, Took a trip to nearby Kirkcudbright in the evening…only 15 minutes away and heading to Threave Gardens…only 5 minutes drive or could even walk it. All in, a few pleasant days in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We visited The Kings Arms hotel on a 3 night stay whilst motorcycling in the area. We were met by the friendliest member of staff who couldn't do enough for us, the room was a good sized, clean and very comfortable with 3 beds and a large modern bathroom. The evening menu had plenty of choice, sampling several options over the 3 nights, the food was excellent, i highlt recommend the haggis tower. After a good nights sleep we went to the restaurant for breakfast, various cereal, fruit and a Scottish staple porridge along with a full cooked Scottish breakfast again excellent. The bar has a good selection of beers lagers ciders and spirits. As a biker it was reassuring to know that hotels carpark was locked and secured overnight. Overall an excellent stay for bikers golfers or fishing clubs etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Castle Douglas Stay

Food here is absolutely beautiful. The staff are welcoming and knowledgeable. Comfortable beds too.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

steven

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

Clean and Tidy

Great little Hotel and restaurant
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good sized single room with ensuite facilities. Friendly staff, great food and good location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Omar

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

Not the cheapest but you get what you pay for.

Last minute break with our dog for tge Soap box Derby. Everything went to plan with lots of communication. No issues booking in, made welcome even the dog and everything explained if we stayed out late. Quality filling breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

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

an oasis in CD

great welcome, very friendly & helpful staff Friendly other guests
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

jacqueline

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

wont be back

I didn't realise the room wasn't en-suite. for £80 I think a single room with a bathroom 20m along the corridor is way over priced. No shower in the very dated bathroom, TV couldn't get BBC or Alba, room small and very dated. On the positive the service was good and breakfast was very good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024