Glenapp Castle

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Scored 9.4
Rated superb

Staff

9.7

Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Glenapp Castle

Between Stranraer and Girvan, Glenapp Castle in Ballantrae offers luxurious accommodation in 36 acres of gardens and woodland. Dating back to 1870, this 5-star South Ayrshire hotel includes an award-winning restaurant and provides free on-site parking and Wi-Fi. All rooms and suites at Glenapp Castle include a flat-screen TV with DVD player, trouser press, desk, alarm clock, safe, seating area and tea and coffee facilities. Each has an en suite bathroom with bath, shower, hairdryer, bathrobe and complimentary toiletries. Rooms have views of the sea or gardens. The restaurant offers gourmet 6-course dining, 3-course A La Carte Gourmet Dinner, a 7-course tasting menu and also offer Gourmet Lunches and indulgent afternoon tea is also served. An extensive list of wines and champagne is offered. Glenapp Castle is around 35 minutes’ drive from Galloway Forest Park. Ayr, Troon and Prestwick Airport are all around 1 hour’s drive north of Ballantrae.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Rooms with:

  • Garden view

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Availability

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Garden View Suite
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US$1,221 for 3 nights
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Garden View Suite

This en suite room has a flat-screen TV with DVD player, trouser press, desk, alarm clock, safe, seating area and tea and coffee facilities.

198 feet²
Garden view
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Safety deposit box
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • Pants press
  • Slippers
  • Telephone
  • Radio
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • DVD player
  • CD player
  • Carpeted
  • Wake-up service
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
Max persons: 2
US$407 per night
Price US$1,221
Excluded: 20 % VAT
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Guests who stayed here loved

Jamie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The service was outstanding, nothing was a problem and staff were so friendly.”
Mike
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Although it was a grand stately Castle home it just felt like Home if that makes sense as everyone made you so welcome There was no pretentiousness or snobbery just friendliness and care.”
Kathleen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“This felt like a sublime experience. The staff were extremely attentive without being invasive. Everything was beautifully organised and peaceful. The location was amazing with a stunning seaview of Ailsa Craig. Every plate of food was cooked...”
Robert
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“From the personal and friendly meet and greet as we arrived, the seamless portarage, castle itself, excellent food including best smoked salmon I've tasted, fireplace in a lovely room (Glenapp) and relaxed luxurious surroundings, this was a very...”
Lynne
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Luxurious, fabulous surroundings and lovely staff. Peace and quiet. Comfort of room and bed.”
Christine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely professional staff Comfortable room Excellent food”
Alison
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location was lovely & very convenient for the places we wished to visit. The staff were very helpful & friendly. We enjoyed our stay”
Göran
Sweden Sweden
“The best castle we have been staying in Skottland!!!”
Ct
Australia Australia
“The hotel and grounds were stunning. We were truly made to feel like royalty.”
Alan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The grounds were amazing. Food was excellent and staff attentive but not overpowering”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1

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House rules

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From 15:00 to 00:00
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Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
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Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
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Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Glenapp Castle in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.