Black Horse Hotel

Hotels
Independent
8 (51 reviews)
66 Queen Street, Newton Stewart, Scotland, DG8 6JL , Newton Stewart , GB

Facilities

Birdwatching nearby
Free WiFi
Garden
Karaoke
Mountain biking nearby
Smoke-free property
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Horse riding nearby

Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Limited parking
Expensive breakfast
No spa services

Categories

Cleanliness
7.5
Guests consistently mentioned cleanliness as a positive aspect.
Service
8.3
Service was generally appreciated, although a few guests had complaints about wait times.
Location
8.1
The hotel is located in close proximity to many key landmarks and public transport.
Room Quality
7.8
Rooms were spacious and comfortable, although some guests mentioned minor maintenance issues.
Amenities
7.2
The amenities provided were satisfactory, with some guests highlighting the gym and pool, while others mentioned the lack of spa services.
Value for Money
6.9
Some guests felt that the price was a bit high for the services offered, while others thought it was reasonable given the location.
Food and Beverage
7.3
Breakfast and restaurant services were generally well-received, although a few guests thought there could be more variety.
Overall Experience
8
Most guests had a positive overall experience and would recommend the hotel to others.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-11-18 18:57

Property Description

Recreation Amenities and Garden View

Experience fun-filled evenings with karaoke and unwind while enjoying the scenic beauty of the garden.

Bar/Lounge with Signature Drinks

Sip on your favorite beverages at the cozy bar/lounge, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring the area.

Comfy Guestrooms with Convenient Location

Make yourself at home in one of the 8 well-appointed guestrooms, conveniently situated near local attractions like Blackcraig Wood and Newton Stewart Golf Club.

Book your stay at Black Horse Hotel in Newton Stewart and indulge in a blend of leisure and comfort during your getaway.

Important information:

  • This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: CAL

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 51 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.5
Service: 8.3
Location: 8.1
Room Quality: 7.8
Amenities: 7.2
Value for Money: 6.9
Food and Beverage: 7.3
Overall Experience: 8
K
Kevin
10
Great Host and Room
Pros:

A fantastic host and welcome and the room was superb!

2025-05-21 via Nuitee
M
Mark
10
Pros:

Room 4 - great decor and super comfortable bed. Huge tv too. Bathroom a little dated and needs a refit to be brought up to the standard of the bedroom.

2024-07-30 via Nuitee
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Stephen
10
Great stay
Pros:

Great room food was good and very quiet

2024-07-11 via Nuitee
M
Michael
6
Pros:

The room and bathroom was spotlessly clean. Comfortable bed. Problem with the T.V,. reception so un able to watch it.
Also problem with shower - either scalding hot or freezing cold, no middle area. Parking is easy, right outside hotel with no restrictions. In all, good value for money these days.

2023-09-14 via Nuitee
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Felicity
10
Pros:

This is a lovely property and our room was clearly recently refurbished. (Beautifully). The only point to make is that there is no lift, so accessibility for the less mobile is difficult, but this is just something to know, not a criticism. It’s an old building so just one of those things. Everything else outweighs that.

2021-11-25 via Nuitee
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Christine
10
Fantastic stop over
Pros:

I think the Black Horse has had a complete redecorate as every thing was so new,modern and very clean
Unfortunately due to circumstances there was no food but plenty of cafe, takeaways, restaurant walking distance
Parking was right outside on the roadside and no problems
The beer garden at the back of the pub looked magical
We will stop again on the ferry journeys

2021-10-06 via Nuitee
G
Gudrun
8
Pros:

Very good!

2021-09-16 via Nuitee
L
Linzie
8
Pros:

The room was a good size. It was clean and had all the tea and coffee making facilities you would need. The only downside was the room was next to the outside space. You could hear people talking but luckily it stopped pretty early so didn't cause any problems

2021-09-12 via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
8
All good
Pros:

I really liked this place, the room was fine and had everything needed. Parking was easy and free on the street outside and it was very convenient for the town centre. It was much quieter than expected as well with little road noise, or from the bar nearby. The staff I spoke to were both friendly. I can't comment on the food as I didn't eat there, but overall everything was as expected and I would happily stay again.

2021-09-11 via Nuitee
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Verified traveler partner
8
Pros:

Beautiful place my only downpoint was memory foam mattress and single glazed window so you can hear traffic outside

2021-08-05 via Nuitee
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Verified traveler friends
6
Pros:

The room was nice n big bathroom . The mattress on the bed was foam and uncomfortable . We booked hotel n next day after booking the hotel email was sent saying no meals because of covid ? We had dinner in the 2 Hotels just up from the Black Horse on the same street ? ? I don't no why the Black Horse wasn't serving meals. We won't go back to this hotel

2021-06-20 via Nuitee
P
Paul
4
Never again
Pros:

Hotel smelled a bit funky. No food being served (don’t know why). Tiny tv with bad reception. Window directly above area for smokers. Wouldn’t stay again. Nobody around in the morning to pay.

2021-06-16 via Nuitee
E
Emily
10
Hidden gem
Pros:

hidden gem of a hotel lovely staff too!

2021-06-15 via Nuitee
S
SAM
10
A great place to stay!
Pros:

Based on a work stay the hotel was covid secure, the room was spotless, quiet and comfortable. All staff were friendly and helpful. All in all a great little hotel in Newton Stewart!

2021-06-12 via Nuitee
C
Cameron
8
Pros:

Very good value pleasant and helpful

2019-08-25 via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
8
South west 300 stop off
Pros:

We stayed as part of south west 300 it was a great stop off, very friendly staff. Felt very welcome.
Room was nice and clean , had everything you needed, shower room had slight smell (damp?)but clean.
Comfy bed , we had windows open as it was hot night, the only down fall was noise/ music from bar till about 12.30 .
The room doors are very highly sprung (fire doors) they really bang shut , our very considerate neighbour decided that they would go back and forth to their room about 8 times between 11pm and 2 am .. but not the hotels fault just an inconsiderate prat..
overall great stay , Debbie was very helpful and good laugh.x.

2019-07-29 via Nuitee
B
Barry
8
Ride the Black Horse
Pros:

Friendly, helpful hostess.

2019-05-12 via Nuitee
K
kevin
10
Refuge from a storm
Pros:

Had book a room after storm washed me out from a camping holiday. Excellent service, friendly staff and a great room. Over slept is was so comfortable.

2018-07-29 via Nuitee
H
Heather
10
Pros:

We had a great experience. The rooms were nice, clean, quiet and comfortable. The bathroom was clean. When the staff found out we would be leaving before the included breakfast started they offered us a packed lunch to take with us and it was ready and waiting when we left at 7am the next morning. They went above and beyond!

2018-07-09 via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
10
Celtic Class
Pros:

Really excellent hotel, with friendly staff and idyllic location

2018-06-10 via Nuitee