Star Hotel

Hotels
8.3 (269 reviews)
18 Main Street, Twynholm , Kirkcudbright , GB

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Cleanliness
Good food
Great location
Cons:
Slow WiFi
Small rooms
Some heating issues
Tired decor

Categories

Cleanliness
8.24
Many reviews highlighted cleanliness as a strong point; however, one review noted dirty grout and tired decoration.
Service
8.71
Guests consistently praised the friendly and helpful service.
Location
8.45
Multiple reviews mentioned the great location, especially for exploring the area.
Room Quality
7.9
Rooms were described as comfortable, though some noted small size and heating issues.
Amenities
8.23
Amenities mentioned were generally satisfactory, with special mention of the breakfast facilities.
Value for Money
8.19
Reviewers felt the hotel offered good value, especially with decent rates and offerings.
Food and Beverage
8.44
Food quality was frequently praised, with great breakfasts and dinners noted across reviews.
Overall Experience
8.21
Many guests expressed a strong willingness to return, indicating overall satisfaction despite some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 01:33

Property Description

Charming 18th-Century Family-Run Bed and Breakfast

Historic Charm: Nestled in the village of Twynholm, Star Hotel offers a quaint stay with an 18th-century charm. Each room features en suite facilities and modern amenities for a comfortable experience.

Delicious Dining: Indulge in a variety of real British dishes at the hotel's restaurant, from home-cooked pies to gluten-free options. The tempting menu is sure to satisfy your taste buds after a day of exploration.

Scenic Surroundings: Located just a short distance from Galloway Forest Park, Star Hotel is the perfect base for nature lovers. Explore the park's beauty or venture to nearby historic sites like Dumfries and Castle Douglas.

Experience a delightful blend of history, comfort, and culinary delights at Star Hotel. Book your stay now for a memorable getaway!

Important information:

The restaurant is closed on Mondays.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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 269 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.24
Service: 8.71
Location: 8.45
Room Quality: 7.9
Amenities: 8.23
Value for Money: 8.19
Food and Beverage: 8.44
Overall Experience: 8.21
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Lynn • couple • gb
10
Lovely comfy room with everything that you need at hand
Pros:

Location is fine breakfast was lovely couldn't fault it

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Miller • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Lovely welcoming owners. Clean room and bathroom. Great shower. Meals very generous portions and you can have so many things on the cooked breakfast, I was full for a week!! Great atea to stay to tour around Dumfries and Galloway.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Phil • solo_traveller • gb
10
Absolutely loved this place and the people!
Pros:

Super friendly and welcoming hosts and locals.
Immaculate and tastefully decorated rooms.
Delicious breakfast catering for all dietary needs. (Kitchen was being refurbished when we were there but this presented no problem at all. The landlady invited us to eat takeaway food in the pub).
Reasonably priced.
Very dog friendly.
We will definitely be back!

Cons:

Can't think of anything we didn't like about this place.

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Pam • couple • gb
10
Welcoming and cosy
Pros:

The hotel owner went out of her way to make us welcome and apologised for the kitchen refurbishment which meant evening meals weren't available. She recommended a hotel in Kirkcudbright for dinner which was good. Our room at The Star was very comfortable and peaceful and the vegetarian breakfast was great. We'll definitely stay again, hopefully soon!

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Gayle • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great wee hotel
Pros:

Room was clean, comfortable, and in a lovely quiet location.
Had a fun night in the hotel bar, lovely locals.

Cons:

Nothing.

2025-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Donna • couple • gb
10
Lovely stay, friendly staff, delicious dinner, comfortable stay
Pros:

The staff were lovely and the food was delicious. We had a great dinner and night there.

Cons:

Nothing

2025-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Place and staff are fantastic glad I found it

Cons:

NA

2025-09-30 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • gb
8
Perfect overnight stop, clean and affordable
Pros:

Good value for money. Easy check-in. Dog friendly. Very clean and comfortable room. Nice breakfast.

Cons:

The heating was on when I arrived and it was automatic, I was unable to turn it off. The room was very hot indeed, almost uncomfortably so.

2025-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Scott • couple • gb
9
2025-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Bob • solo_traveller • gb
10
Returning customer, my accommodation of choice in D&G
Pros:

Perfect location for touring D&G
Comfortable, quiet and spotlessly clean
Will recommend to others

Cons:

Nothing

2025-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
10
Pros:

exeyllent breakfast.

2025-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Bob • solo_traveller • gb
10
Met my expectations again - peaceful, spotlessly clean and very comfortable.
Pros:

Returning customer; comfortable, peaceful and spotlessly clean
Ideal location in the heart of D&G
Will be recommending to friends and family

Cons:

Nothing, no issues at all

2025-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Rhonda • family_with_children • gb
9
Sammy was such a lovely host
Pros:

Rooms on a little annex, clean .

Cons:

Nothing

2025-08-24 • via Nuitee
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bourgeaux • extended_group • fr
10
2025-08-21 • via Nuitee
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matthew • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great place for a stay in the area.
Pros:

Great location. Very clean. Comfortable bed. Nice and peaceful. Simple check in.

Cons:

Slightly slow WiFi

2025-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • gb
8
Does the job
Pros:

Twynholm is a very nice village. Small but worth exploring. Property was clean and room had everything needed. Excellent breakfast. Friendly service.

Cons:

Towels were rather thin. It is pity the accommodation is in an annex rather than in the main building. Also a pity that the bar and restaurant are closed during weekdays, especially as there are no other options in Twynholm.

2025-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Debra • solo_traveller • gb
10
A nice break. Relaxed and comfortable and friendly.
2025-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • es
10
Pros:

Very friendly helpful staff, good food, excellent area.
Locals who use the bar very friendly, and welcoming.

Cons:

Nothing

2025-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Lorina • extended_group • gb
9
Enjoyed my time staying at Stat Hotel. I will recommend to my friends and I will be back again.
Pros:

Breakfast and the menus are very satisfying

Cons:

WiFi is bit poor reception especially at room

2025-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Laurie • young couple • gb
7
Comfortable, quiet, good location for us
Pros:

Comfortable and quiet. Although it's a pub the rooms are in an annex so very quiet

Cons:

Room was a bit small, but did the job

2025-08-02 • via Nuitee