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Ernespie House Hotel

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free parking at this 3-star Castle Douglas hotel

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Exterior
Front of property
Master suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing
Lobby sitting area
Junior Suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Ernespie Rd, Castle Douglas, Scotland, DG7 3JG
  • Threave Garden
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Threave Castle
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Kippford Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Master suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Master suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

King room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Double Room

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Family Room

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Four Poster Bedroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Castle Douglas

In Castle Douglas .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Castle Douglas hotel, you'll find Threave Garden and Threave Castle. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are RSPB Ken-Dee Marshes Reserve and Lock Ken.

What's nearby

  • Threave Garden - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Lock Ken - 12 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Threave Castle - 13 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Kippford Beach - 17 min drive - 11.3 miles
  • Galloway Forest Park - 29 min drive - 23.9 miles

Getting around

  • Dumfries Station - 22 min drive
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Niko's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Lochview Motel - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Moores Chip Shop - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Threave Castle - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Halikarnas Fish & Chips - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Ernespie House Hotel

Enjoy the free parking at this 3-star Castle Douglas hotel
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Ernespie House Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Castle Douglas hotel is smoke free.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • 2000 sq ft of conference space
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Ernespie House Hotel offers 14 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per accommodation, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Ernespie House Hotel Castle Douglas
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Ernespie House
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Urr Valley Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Ernespie House Hotel to the airport?

Ernespie House Hotel is 57.7 mi (94-min drive) away from the Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ernespie House Hotel?

As of Jun 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ernespie House Hotel on Jun 12, 2025 start from $141.88, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Ernespie House Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Ernespie House Hotel.

How close is Ernespie House Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 10.1 mi (27-min drive) from Kippford Beach and 12.3 mi (28-min drive) from Rockcliffe Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Ernespie House Hotel offer free breakfast?

Ernespie House Hotel offers free full breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Ernespie House Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Ernespie House Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Ernespie House Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Ernespie House Hotel have a pool?

Ernespie House Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Ernespie House Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Ernespie House Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Ernespie House Hotel to downtown Castle Douglas?

Ernespie House Hotel is 0.6 mi away from Castle Douglas.

Ernespie House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 51 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Two day break

Unexpected upgrade, lovely food (reasonably priced), attentive staff. Beautiful setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Brilliant value for money

Excellent food and great choice. Bar prices very reasonable. Great location to Castle Douglas in very well maintained grounds. Staff and manager so lovely, friendly, caring.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The first family room was smelling of damp, towels were very damp, individual shower gels were empty& left in shower. Pubic hair on the toilet seat. There were 3 staying, only 2 mugs & the glass had toothpaste in the bottom of it. We were really looking forward to our stay. Heard the food was great, just didn't take the chance & ate elsewhere.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy-Ann

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were wonderful and friendly. Very dog friendly. Peaceful location. Perfect stopping off point for our journey to the ferry.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Iain

Traveled with family
Geeting bit dated and run down. A stodgy and traditional Scottish Hotel. Not my taste, But others may really like this.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ray

Liked: Staff & service

2 Night Stay

It was very good overall, the service was attentive and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean, comfortable and excellent food

Super friendly and engaging staff. Clean room with a very comfortable bed. Excellent food.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Scott

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No hot water for a shower and had to ask for heating to be put on in the room, our stay was November. Very cold and draughty hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enerspie house hotel Fab!

Beautiful rural setting. We had a lovely stay. Friendly, welcoming staff, lovely room with comfortable bed and perfectly cooked food! We will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location staff friendly service good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Peter

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Requires refurbishing.

Fabulous grounds but the hotel itself is in need of serious refurbishment. Our room still had wood chip wallpaper on the walls. That said the staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Tessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly staff

Just stayed one night, staff there very friendly and helpful - had a lovely evening meal with home cooked food and a great breakfast! Its an old fashioned hotel but its got character - drive up to the hotel is lovely, nice and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Hilary

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Aileen, Galashiels

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with partner
The room was well appointed and comfortable. I found the breakfast ok, and the attendant not observant of our needs despite it being not busy, at the time we were dining only the two of us. We would have lived more coffee and some yogurt but the attendant had left the area not to be seen again. We also were not given the code for the outside door and had to call to get back in after arriving back from dinner out. The greeting was warm upon arrival, the bedding nice. The shower took very long to achieve proper pressure and heat. It was a lovely place despite these things.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

ELIZABETH

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

A disappointing overnight stay

The worst overnight stay my wife and i ever had cleanliness was appalling dog poo bin at front door smelt terrible had to ask for it to be cleaned windows filthy outside area very unkempt asked to be moved from bedroom looking out on the roof of the kitchen i could go on this hotel should be closed until it has a full make over
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jerry

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2023