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The Ship Inn

4.0 star property
Riverfront inn with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Superior Double Room (Room 2) | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated
Double Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated
BBQ/picnic area
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1 Fleet Street, Gatehouse-of-Fleet, Castle Douglas, Scotland, DG7 2HU
  • Place, Mill on the Fleet
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cally Gardens
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Galloway Forest Park
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 236 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room (Room 2) | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Superior Double Room (Room 2)

  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room (Room 3) | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Superior Double Room (Room 3)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room (Room 6) | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Double Room (Room 6)

  • 215 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Double Room (Room 7)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 226 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Twin Room

  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room (Room 9) | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Double Room (Room 9)

  • 215 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Gatehouse-of-Fleet

The Ship Inn places you within a 10-minute drive of popular sights such as Laggan Outdoor and Cairn Holy Chambered Cairn. This 10-room, 4-star inn has in-room conveniences like sitting areas, coffee makers, and flat-screen TVs.
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What's nearby

  • Mill on the Fleet - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cally Gardens - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Cardoness Castle - 1 min drive - 0.8 miles
  • Laggan Outdoor - 5 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Galloway Forest Park - 41 min drive - 33.7 miles

Getting around

  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Galloway Lodge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Skyreburn Teapot - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Schoolhouse - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Masonic Arms - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Castle Restaurant - ‬14 min drive

About this property

The Ship Inn

Riverfront inn with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
At The Ship Inn, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a library. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with concierge services and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers an off-leash area. Additional amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a terrace.
Guests can expect to find 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Memory foam beds sport premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Sitting areas, coffee makers, and portable fans are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property grounds
Cally Palace Hotel & Golf Course
  • Pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 377 reviews
$78 nightly
The price is $94
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Cally Palace Hotel & Golf Course

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • No. 1 Fleet Street

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • High chair
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 1794
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Day bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 12.50 per pet, per stay (maximum GBP 25.00 per stay)
  • Dogs and cats only
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 40.00 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 20 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: GBP 12.50 per pet, per stay (maximum GBP 25.00 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 20 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 40.00 per night

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

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: 3:30 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Ship Inn Castle Douglas
Ship Castle Douglas
The Ship Inn Inn
The Ship Inn Castle Douglas
The Ship Inn Inn Castle Douglas

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Ship Inn?

The Ship Inn offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ship Inn?

As of Nov 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ship Inn on Nov 29, 2025 start from $131.48, 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.

What's there to do around The Ship Inn?

This inn 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.

Will I be able to park at The Ship Inn?

No, there isn't parking available at the inn.

Does The Ship Inn have a casino on the premises?

No, The Ship Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Ship Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is The Ship Inn good for couples?

This riverfront inn offers many amenities for couples, including Champagne service as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Does The Ship Inn have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this inn.

Does The Ship Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, The Ship Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Ship Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at The Ship Inn for a fee of GBP 12.50 per pet, per stay. The property also provides an off-leash area.

Are there connecting rooms at The Ship Inn?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this inn.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Ship Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Ship Inn.

Reviews

The Ship Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

TJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay here! I will return in the future
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay overall was excellent, the food in the restaurant was 1st class. The room was spacious and comfortable. Would highly recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kiemon

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

It is really in Gatehouse-of -Fleet, not CD!

Charming hotel, lovely room, very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

Excellent Overnight Stay

Lovely hotel, very warm welcome, spotlessly clean, large room and bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent restaurant at premises. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Euan

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

Excellent

Great place to stay, ample parking; quiet, lovely location; food is very good; staff are friendly and helpful. Very clean and good sized room with a very good modern shower.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret-Ann

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Steven

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and accommodating staff. The room was lovely and clean - we really enjoyed our visit and would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alastair

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

Little gem

Great place to stay with excellent restaurant. Rooms well appointed, very clean and spacious. Staff very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

The Ship Inn Accommodation and Restaurant

We were very comfortable and warm. Staff very friendly and helpful. Breakfast and evening meal very good and tasty. Hotel was in a good play for our needs to visit the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

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

Gatehouse of Fleet

Great Hotel, great service and food
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

ROGER

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

Relaxed, friendly stay in nice location

Nice small family run hotel, wonderful restaurant and super breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jordan

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Excellent

One night stay to meet friends who live locally. Lovely place. Would highly recommend this hotel. Excellent facilities, great food, excellent customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideal pub accommodation in lovely village. Super restaurant. Couldn’t fault it for a couple of nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

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

Ship

Very comfortable, lovely place to stay with friendly helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

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