Ernespie House Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (284 reviews)
Ernespie road , Castle Douglas , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Fax/photocopying
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Kid meals
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Rooms need renovations

Categories

Cleanliness
7.65
Some reviews mention cleanliness issues with rooms and bedding.
Service
9.15
Many reviews highlight friendly and helpful staff.
Location
9.15
Multiple guests praised the convenient location.
Room Quality
7.65
Some rooms were noted as dated and needing renovations.
Amenities
8.15
Amenities mentioned but not extensively criticized.
Value for Money
8.15
Some felt value was low due to room quality vs price point.
Food and Beverage
8.65
Guests enjoyed the food, especially breakfast and dinner.
Overall Experience
8.65
Overall pleasant stays were noted, with room for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 18:42

Property Description

Charming Hotel in Castle Douglas

Garden Oasis: Escape to our tranquil garden, perfect for a leisurely stroll or enjoying a cup of coffee.

Cozy Rooms: Relax in our well-appointed rooms featuring modern amenities and comfortable bedding.

Sun Terrace Retreat: Unwind on our sun terrace with picturesque views, ideal for soaking up the sun or stargazing at night.

Book your stay at Ernespie House Hotel for a memorable getaway in Castle Douglas.

Important information:

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

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for £15 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 13 years old and over stay for £20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 284 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.65
Service: 9.15
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 7.65
Amenities: 8.15
Value for Money: 8.15
Food and Beverage: 8.65
Overall Experience: 8.65
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Hugh solo_traveller gb
2
Pros:

Not much however the room was warm and spacious, that's about it.

Cons:

Dated, tired decor. Shower pressure none existent. No blind or curtain in the shower room! The exterior is in need of serious attention, driveway full of potholes, not recommended.

2026-03-27 via Nuitee
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Joanne extended_group gb
3
2026-03-25 via Nuitee
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Reinhard extended_group de
9
Pros:

Das Ambiente des Hauses, insbesondere der große Raum.

2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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Olivia solo_traveller gb
9
Amazing place to unwind for a break
Pros:

The location, hospitality from the staff and freshly made food.

Cons:

N/A

2026-03-01 via Nuitee
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Brown couple gb
7
2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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Carol family_with_children gb
10
2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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Lucie family_with_children gb
8
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Milson couple gb
8
A very pleasant stay due to the friendly staff and food.
Pros:

The breakfast was very good. The staff were very helpful and nothing was too much trouble for them.
The location was fine for us. Avery quiet location in the grounds of an old Manor House.

Cons:

The view from the bedroom. To be fair they are still renovating the property and grounds which was mentioned in the description.
I would have appreciated a small fridge in the room.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Sharon couple gb
9
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Thamra couple gb
9
Pros:

A big surprise for us was a pantomime conducted by a local entertainment group. The meal and entertainment were very good indeed! Breakfast was good and promtly served the following morning so that we could arrive in good time for the Cairnryan to Larne ferry.

Cons:

No a la carte due to the panto feature but not really a problem. To be really picky, the room upon arrival was too cool.

2025-12-28 via Nuitee
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Strugielska couple gb
6
Pros:

Good location very close to city centre,nice big and clean room,

Cons:

Food not very tasty,

2025-12-03 via Nuitee
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Alistair solo_traveller gb
2
Would not return to the hotel ,only 1 picture taken
Pros:

The location was great , and I loved the coal fire .

Cons:

It was not the cleanest , I had to get one of the pillows changed as it was a light brown colour, about 20 minutes after eating some of my dinner , I had to visit the toilet two times within 5 mins of each other , the eating area which was the reception and relaxing area was very dark , they still charged for bed & breakfast even though I only had bed , I paid for my dinner at the time .

2025-11-19 via Nuitee
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Joshua couple gb
8
2025-11-13 via Nuitee
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Ariane couple gb
9
Pros:

The hotel was well signposted and easy to find. The front desk and lobby was lovely and felt warm and welcoming. The room was ample for the two of us and very clean. It was very quiet at night and the beds were comfortable and the breakfast was very good and the coffee nice and strong. We really enjoyed our stay.

Cons:

The hotel is clearly a labour of love and renovations are ongoing. We didn't mind at all and found it inspiring to think about someone taking on a big endeavour. Some might not like the rough edges in some areas, but we quite liked it and found it added to the charm.

2025-11-09 via Nuitee
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Judith extended_group gb
9
Very comfortable, peaceful and relaxing
Pros:

Situation, appearance, style, staff friendliness and attitude, menu

Cons:

Difficult lavatory flush device.

2025-10-16 via Nuitee
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WENDY couple gb
10
2025-10-08 via Nuitee
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Peter couple gb
9
A fortuitous choice.
Pros:

Friendly and helpful family and excellentevening meals.

2025-09-19 via Nuitee
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RONALD couple gb
9
We had a very happy stay here and would certainly use again
Pros:

Breakfast excellent - cooked to order and brought to the table, Good choice and quick service, Being pnsioners the owner went the extra mile to help us carry our luggage to our room. He was very welcoming and helpful.

Cons:

shower in bathroom required attention, It was not fully functional

2025-09-15 via Nuitee
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Ryan
6
Could be fantastic, but was basically ok...
Pros:

I'd describe this as a hotel with enormous potential. The old, extended building and it's beautiful surroundings could be something fabulous, but it needs a ton of money spent on it to get there.

The staff were all extremely helpful and kind. The breakfast and evening meal both great. The property is just quite tired, and in most areas feels like it has been put together on a pretty tight budget.

Everywhere was perfectly clean - a big comfort certainly - but the furniture, decor, bathroom, fabric of the rooms, all just had a dated feel and in many areas (such as the rotting wood around the bathroom door frame) just crying out for some TLC.

If the room rate was half the price I'd award it a much higher score, but at this price there are much better rooms around...

2025-09-15 via Nuitee
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Sam couple gb
9
Nice relaxing break.
Pros:

Nice old building with an interesting history. Still has the remains of a large walled garden that you can walk around. Staff were very friendly and the food was really good - breakfast and dinner. Ensuite was a bit cramped but everything was clean.

Cons:

Small issue with the window handle but the owner said they were carrying out further upgrades within weeks. No complaints otherwise.

2025-09-09 via Nuitee