The Birchtree Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (855 reviews)
1 Maxwell Street , Dalbeattie , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Delicious food
Good value for money
Cons:
Noise from outside
Cold rooms
Dirty carpets in corridors

Categories

Cleanliness
7.09
Some reviews mentioned dirty carpets in the corridors and the room was reported as very cold.
Service
9.26
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
8.1
Central location was appreciated, but some noise issues were noted.
Room Quality
8.25
Rooms were reported as clean and comfortable, though one review noted issues with heating.
Amenities
8.58
Amenities met expectations with a good shower and a coffee machine.
Value for Money
8.44
Many felt the hotel provided good value, particularly with meals.
Food and Beverage
8.89
Food received many positive remarks, particularly for breakfast and dinner.
Overall Experience
8.56
Guests had a generally positive experience with a few minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 01:29

Property Description

Charming Family-Run Hotel in the Heart of Dalbeattie

Convenient Location for Outdoor Activities
Located in the picturesque Solway Coast, The Birchtree Hotel is the perfect hub for exploring local beaches, golf courses, fishing spots, and the thrilling mountain-bike trails of Dalbeattie Forest.

Comfortable Rooms and Scottish Hospitality
Relax in well-equipped en-suite rooms featuring tea/coffee facilities and digital TV. Wake up to a delicious traditional Scottish breakfast each morning, setting the tone for a day of adventures.

Entertainment and Relaxation
Unwind in the cozy bar offering free Wi-Fi, Sky TV, and live sports screenings. Have a friendly game of pool or darts, or simply enjoy the lively atmosphere with a drink in hand.

Experience the best of Dalbeattie at The Birchtree Hotel - Book your stay now!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

    No internet access available.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 855 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.09
Service: 9.26
Location: 8.1
Room Quality: 8.25
Amenities: 8.58
Value for Money: 8.44
Food and Beverage: 8.89
Overall Experience: 8.56
B
Bob solo_traveller gb
10
Located in the town centre, ample on street parking. Well equipped and very comfortable
Pros:

Spotlessly clean, quiet and comfortable room.
10/10 for the en suite.
Staff very helpful.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
A
Alan couple gb
7
Thanks to all the staff who made us very welcome on our first night the Home allocated to us was absolutely very very ho
Pros:

Wonderful staff, nice location very clean nice to sit outside Love looking in the river

Cons:

Limited choice for breakfast, reasonable quality but cooked meal only yoghurt pastries, toast cereals, et cetera

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
F
Firhilljohn solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Friendly welcoming staff, and lovely room

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
D
David solo_traveller gb
9
2026-06-25 via Nuitee
S
Suzanne extended_group gb
10
Great staff, service, food and cost.
Pros:

Great value for money where the staff were super friendly and helpful. Food excellent.

Cons:

Zero

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
B
Barbara couple gb
10
Brilliant stay, we would stay again when visiting the area.
Pros:

The Breakfast was cooked to order and delicious.
The Evening meal was fantastic, staff where friendly and helpful.
Comfortable beds and everything was spotless in the room.

Cons:

The stair carpet could do with a clean or replacing, a handrail would be good as the stairs are quite steep.

2026-06-23 via Nuitee
A
Anthony solo_traveller gb
8
Great but got stuffy night.
Pros:

Great food and beer garden. Sports on the TV and a pool and darts area. Rooms were good.

Cons:

The heat it was a hot room and the provided fan made more noise than actual air movement. The windows couldn't be opened as the river rapids were roaring.

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
G
Gareth solo_traveller gb
8
Friendly and accommodating
Pros:

It was nice and modern, very friendly and accommodating. Happy to help with bike and kit. I was travelling by bike so had a fair amount of stuff.
Food was really good. Great little outside terrace by the river too

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
N
NM Phillips solo_traveller gb
9
2026-06-21 via Nuitee
S
Scott solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-21 via Nuitee
C
Christopher couple gb
10
Great place to stay - lively but not a problem. Great value for money.
Pros:

Ideally placed for us to continue further north. Food is good and the room was excellent. Nice walks nearby - Dalbeattie Town Woods is great.

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
M
Michael extended_group gb
8
Great value, good location, great food
Pros:

Great food, very helpful staff, friendly bar. Free parking opposite the hotel

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
M
Mary solo_traveller nz
8
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
T
Tom extended_group gb
9
Fantastic atmosphere
Pros:

The bar downstairs really is a highlight. Great staff, great food and drink, and the terrace by the river is beautiful. There was karaoke on when we stayed and we had a brilliant night.

Cons:

In the twin room the shower was in the bedroom, which was a bit intimate! It was all good though, no real complaints

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
M
Maggie solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Friendly staff comfortable bed

Cons:

Very hot in the room

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
L
Lynda couple gi
9
Excellent value, warm welcome, great food and ambiance.
Pros:

Nice property by the river. Very pleasant staff. Good food for dinner and breakfast.

Cons:

Stairs to the room a bit grubby.

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
F
Frances couple gb
8
Very enjoyable.
Pros:

The staff were very helpful.

Cons:

I would have preferred a bit more privacy regarding the design of the bathroom.

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
F
FP solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Our room was nice and clean, with comfy bed. Nice breakfast (unless you are super hungry, get the small one - it's still a lot to eat!)
Most of the staff members were really very nice, helpful, cheerful, which is a nice change from what seems to be the new normal now.

Cons:

The worst:
There is a bar/pub right below the rooms. Which can get quite busy. We were provided earplugs (great) but unfortunately, these don't help against i) loud music (especially the drums/bass line) and ii) drunk people jumping up and down and/or repeatedly hitting things against tables/walls/whatever (which vibrated through the whole building, or so it seemed). If you are sensitive to these things, better go elsewhere.

Minor things:
The pillows are of the flat, not-that-great variety. There were little signs of wear and tear, nothing big (and still flawlessly clean) but could use a handyman.

2026-06-14 via Nuitee
S
Sergine solo_traveller fr
8
Pros:

Pas touristique et à proximité de castle douglas,riche en commerces et surtout de threave castle pour l'observation des balbuzards. Arrêt parfait pour découvrir les dumfries.

Cons:

Peut être qu'un espace petit déjeuner avec les chiens pourrait être équipée d'un buffet, éventuellement

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
S
Simon solo_traveller gb
8
Great stay lacking shower gel
Pros:

Convenient location

Cons:

Clean

2026-06-11 via Nuitee