The Murray Arms Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel in Castle Douglas with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Lobby lounge
Bar (on property)
Reception
Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Garden

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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High Street, Castle Douglas, Scotland, DG7 2HY
  • Cally Gardens
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Cardoness Castle
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Mossyard Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬

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Room options

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Gatehouse-of-Fleet

Located within a 5-minute walk of Mill on the Fleet, The Murray Arms Hotel is within a mile (2 km) of Cally Gardens. This 13-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Cally Gardens - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Cardoness Castle - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Laggan Outdoor - 6 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Mossyard Beach - 10 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Galloway Forest Park - 39 min drive - 32.9 miles

Getting around

  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 141 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Galloway Lodge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Laggan Outdoor - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Masonic Arms - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Belfry Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Skyreburn Teapot - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Murray Arms Hotel

Hotel in Castle Douglas with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
At The Murray Arms Hotel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a library. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Other amenities at this golf hotel include free newspapers and a garden.
Flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, fans, and desks are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Polish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Bistro

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Books
  • Games
  • Library

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1760
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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The Murray Arms Hotel Hotel
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The Murray Arms Hotel Hotel Castle Douglas

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around The Murray Arms Hotel?

This hotel is located in Castle Douglas, just steps from Mill on the Fleet. You'll also find Cardoness Castle and Mossyard Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Murray Arms Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Murray Arms Hotel have a casino?

No, The Murray Arms Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Murray Arms Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Murray Arms Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Murray Arms Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Murray Arms Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Murray Arms Hotel serves free full breakfasts at The Bistro on weekday mornings.

Does The Murray Arms Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Murray Arms Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Murray Arms Hotel.

The Murray Arms Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda, Edinburgh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely clean and tidy rooms easy to find location good staff every helpful breakfast was good great choice of different foods
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t like no drinking water in the room, but love this hotel as my Granny used to run it in the 50/60ies so it’s like going to granny’s house for me .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

PHILIP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

craig

Great spacious family rooms. Excellent breakfast and very friends owners and staff. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Murray Arms is the place to stay while in Gatehouse of Fleet. Kind people and a lovely village!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

6/10 Okay

Suzi, Glasgow

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Very dated. Poor quality food.

The Murray Arms requires updating and some investment. The decor is as it was when my in-laws were growing up in Gatehouse in the 50s, the menu is also stuck in this time vortex. Our family room was clean and basic. Unfortunately the Wi-Fi and the TV did not work. I have a feeling this is a common problem but no one is willing to spend the money to fix it. We had our evening meal in the 'refurbished' dining area with its damp ceiling and musty smell. The quality of food was poor and overpriced. The staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018