Selkirk Arms Hotel

Hotels
8.8 (644 reviews)
High Street , Kirkcudbright , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Excellent food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Small room sizes

Categories

Cleanliness
8.24
Some guests reported cleanliness issues, particularly with housekeeping.
Service
9.21
Staff were frequently mentioned as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.05
Location noted as convenient for exploring the area.
Room Quality
8.2
Some rooms reported as small and chilly, with noise issues.
Amenities
8.73
Amenities noted, but some out of date.
Value for Money
8.69
Reviews suggest good value for the quality of food and service.
Food and Beverage
9.24
Food received high praise for quality and variety.
Overall Experience
9.01
Most reviews indicate a positive experience despite some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-09 02:53

Property Description

Historic 18th-Century Townhouse in Kirkcudbright

Cosy Restaurants and Bar
The Selkirk Arms Hotel boasts 2 cosy restaurants and a bar, providing guests with a charming and convenient dining experience during their stay.

Individually Furnished Rooms
Each room at the Selkirk Arms Hotel is uniquely decorated, offering a cozy and personalized ambiance for guests. From comfortable leather sofas to stylish chairs, the rooms provide a comfortable retreat after a day of exploring the town and nearby national park.

Fine Dining and Local Ales
Guests can indulge in fine food and wine at Aristas restaurant or unwind by the open fire with local real ales. The bistro also serves fresh and hearty dishes made from local ingredients, ensuring a delightful culinary experience.

Book your stay at Selkirk Arms Hotel for a historic and cozy retreat in Kirkcudbright.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: GLA

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 644 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.24
Service: 9.21
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 8.2
Amenities: 8.73
Value for Money: 8.69
Food and Beverage: 9.24
Overall Experience: 9.01
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Richard solo_traveller us
8
Beautiful room in quaint, charming hotel
Pros:

We had a great room (#20). I believe it’s the only room with a view. Large and well appointed.

Cons:

The restaurant was mediocre to poor. The food coming out of the kitchen harkens back to the bad old days of British food when everything was bland, over-cooked, or poorly cooked. It’s too bad because the hotel itself is very nice … a little old but clean and almost charming.

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Park couple gb
10
We’ll come again
Pros:

Very friendly staff.
Clean and comfortable.
Good food

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Carol couple gb
10
Pros:

Lovely staff, excellent room and food.

Cons:

Unfortunately the room we originally booked was not suitable as my husband has mobility difficulties.
It was only after I had paid that I received an email indicating that the room might not be suitable.
This should have been pointed out prior to payment.
Thanks to very helpful staff we were allocated a different room.
Luckily it was the last one available.

2026-08-26 via Nuitee
A
Achim couple de
9
2026-08-26 via Nuitee
J
John solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Very comfortable old style hotel with a charming interior.
Staff were friendly and the food was very good.
Comfortable bed.

Cons:

The room was a little on the small side.
It took over five minutes for the shower to run hot.

2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Natalie solo_traveller us
10
Such a delightful stay visiting friends in the area.
Pros:

Lovely hotel in a small coastal community. The flowers in the garden were beautiful. The food and drinks were tasty. Staff were so hard working, accommodating and friendly.

2026-08-23 via Nuitee
J
Jane couple gb
8
2026-08-22 via Nuitee
M
Miriam couple gb
3
Very disappointing
Pros:

Location

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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Rita solo_traveller ee
8
Pros:

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Cons:

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2026-08-21 via Nuitee
A
Andrea couple gb
9
Evening meal and breakfast delicious, thoroughly recommend both.
Pros:

Very friendly staff

Cons:

Would have valued a lift as bedroom up two flights

2026-08-19 via Nuitee
M
Marion couple gb
8
Been many times and will return
Pros:

Breakfast was very good smoked salmon and scrambled eggs evert time

Cons:

Parking never enough room just shows how busy itis

2026-08-19 via Nuitee
P
Peter couple gb
9
Good hotel, good staff good food!
Pros:

Location excellent, comfortable hotel ,efficient friendly staff, good food.

Cons:

Not much!

2026-08-18 via Nuitee
B
Brendan solo_traveller gb
6
2026-08-16 via Nuitee
M
Meg couple gb
9
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
M
Martina couple gb
10
Beautiful hotel staff so friendly food including breakfast freshly made loved it all
Pros:

Location food and staff

Cons:

Room very warm but it’s an old building not equipped for hot weather but the room was spotless and a beautiful size

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Linda family_with_children gb
2
An awful bed room and shower room in a poky attic space. Not as advertised!
Cons:

This hotel was advertised as a boutique hotel, it was far from it. The room was extremely poor, I expected a 4 star hotel but the room facilities were old. There was a an old shower only with failing silicone. There was no real mirror above the wash hand basin. Just a small shaving mirror and a rusty hook beside the door. When we arrived the room was baking hot as it was in the attic and the blinds and curtains were open - so like a greenhouse! I paid quite a lot of money for this and expected a high standard.

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Lorraine Smith couple gb
10
Comfortable. Good location. Friendly staff.
Pros:

The location. Friendly staff. Food excellent.

Cons:

N/A

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Alastair solo_traveller gb
9
2026-08-12 via Nuitee
J
Josef solo_traveller de
8
2026-08-11 via Nuitee
B
Barbara couple gb
9
Friendly, very good quality hotel in convenient location.
Pros:

Breakfast excellent. Husband raved about kippers and my poached eggs perfectly cooked and hot.
Enjoyed a glass of very cold wine ( good wine list) in pretty garden. Parking very convenient and short walk into town.

Cons:

Occasional noise from alley below bedroom window but did not occur very late.

2026-08-11 via Nuitee