Cally Palace Hotel & Golf Course

Hotels
Bespoke Hotels
8.2 (2741 reviews)
Gatehouse of Fleet , Gatehouse of Fleet , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Comfortable amenities
Good location
Cons:
Could use some décor updates
Some amenities had issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.98
Mostly clean; mentioned in several reviews, but some noted it could benefit from a refresh.
Service
8.35
Staff were described as friendly and accommodating across multiple reviews.
Location
8.59
Multiple reviews highlight the beautiful and peaceful location.
Room Quality
7.94
Some rooms were appreciated for size, but décor was noted as tired in some instances.
Amenities
8.27
Amenities such as the pool, sauna, and gym received positive feedback.
Value for Money
7.93
The value for the cost of stay was generally considered fair.
Food and Beverage
8.38
Overall good reviews on breakfast and dining experiences.
Overall Experience
8.15
Guests enjoyed their stays and expressed a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 04:17

Property Description

Historic Charm with Modern Comforts
Cally Palace, once an 18th-century mansion, now stands as a refined golf hotel near Dumfries. The property boasts free parking and Wi-Fi, along with a games room, tennis court, bar, and restaurant.

Elegant Rooms with Golf Course Views
The well-appointed rooms at Cally Palace offer en suite bathrooms, complimentary toiletries, TVs, and work desks. Guests can enjoy views of the lush golf course from their windows.

Culinary Delights and Leisure Activities
Indulge in a dining experience at the restaurant, serving dishes crafted from the freshest local ingredients. Additionally, guests can unwind in the indoor leisure complex, complete with a hot tub, fitness centre, indoor pool, and sauna.

Book your stay at Cally Palace for a perfect blend of luxury and relaxation.

Important information:

Although there is no formal dress code in the restaurant, many guests choose to enjoy dining in smart but casual attire.


When booking 5 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 2741 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.98
Service: 8.35
Location: 8.59
Room Quality: 7.94
Amenities: 8.27
Value for Money: 7.93
Food and Beverage: 8.38
Overall Experience: 8.15
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Edward couple gb
4
Needs a lot of investment
Pros:

Downstairs lounges and evening meal. Beautiful setting

Cons:

Old and creaky. Very hot. Old fashioned rooms and uncomfortable beds. Basic breakfast

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
J
Jacqueline couple gb
8
2026-08-29 via Nuitee
E
Edward solo_traveller gb
4
2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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RAYMOND solo_traveller gb
8
Lovely stay in a very grand hotel
Pros:

Very impressive hotel in beautiful surroundings, the public rooms were lovely and the breakfast was very good. The leisure facilities were excellent and very warm!

Cons:

The only criticism we could say is that the hotel is looking a little tired in places but we do appreciate that it is a very old very large building and upkeep must be very challenging. This would in no way stop us from staying here again.

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Fiona solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Location, golf course, room.
Pam the receptionist was extremely helpful and friendly.

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Louise couple gb
8
2026-08-29 via Nuitee
F
Fiona solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Breakfast great
Location good for visiting family

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
W
William couple gb
9
Exceeded our expectations
Pros:

Breakfast very good good selection of everything needed to make it very good our room was the largest we have Ever stayed in

Cons:

I don think there was any thing I could complain about

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
T
Teresa couple gb
9
We will return.
Pros:

Beautiful hotel. Delicious food and reasonably priced.

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Michael Anthony Grieve solo_traveller gb
8
Resteraunt food outstanding let down by buffet breakfast
Pros:

The dinner food is outstanding

Cons:

Buffet breakfast some cold some over heated

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
D
david couple gb
9
2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Allan couple gb
9
2026-08-27 via Nuitee
K
Katherine family_with_children gb
9
Relaxing stay with family, lovely walks and scenery with very welcoming staff.
Pros:

Beautiful location, lovely staff, excellent family room. Very welcoming

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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gordon couple gb
8
2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Ian solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Good quiet location in a fine old building. The quality of the food for the evening meal was very good. Swimming pool was excellent.

Cons:

Reception staff on departure were friendly but on arrival we were ignored for some time by two reception staff who did not acknowledge our presence and continued a conversation with other hotel staff. No words of welcome were given.
Not a good start.

2026-08-26 via Nuitee
A
Angela couple gb
8
We would stay again though
Pros:

Stunning entrance to the hotel. Grounds were lovely. Swimming and sauna was great too that was a bonus

Cons:

It’s a lovely building but the room we were in was just a bit dated. It was clean though

2026-08-26 via Nuitee
P
Pippa couple gb
8
Beautful surroundigs great location
Pros:

Beautiful house in great surroundings.
Lovely swimming pool and golf course. Very good food and helpful staff. As other reviewers have noted the room decor is tired but the rooms and bathrooms are clean. It’s great value for money and we would definitely stay again.

2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Andrew couple gb
6
OK
Cons:

No lift

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Ken couple gb
7
We enjoyed a four day stay. We love this part of the world. Maybe a return will be planned
Pros:

Disappointed that some breakfast dishes had a mark-up price. The basic buffet was adequate but no more. The food was warm though and well prepared. Fruit salad at breakfast was mainly apple-based - we have an apple intolerance in the family!

The property is in sensationally beautiful grounds.

Evening meals were very very good. A wide- ranging menu, excellently prepared and presented.

Cons:

Spacious and interesting interior was a bonus. But it must cost a lot to maintain and at times cut corners were apparent. It may seem strange to say, but our room was strangely large - more like a dormitory. And one with ill-fitting curtains.

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Nicola couple gb
10
2026-08-25 via Nuitee