Glenapp Castle

–Excellent location - show map
+65 photos
Scored 9.4
Rated superb

Staff

9.7

Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Glenapp Castle

Between Stranraer and Girvan, Glenapp Castle in Ballantrae offers luxurious accommodation in 36 acres of gardens and woodland. Dating back to 1870, this 5-star South Ayrshire hotel includes an award-winning restaurant and provides free on-site parking and Wi-Fi. All rooms and suites at Glenapp Castle include a flat-screen TV with DVD player, trouser press, desk, alarm clock, safe, seating area and tea and coffee facilities. Each has an en suite bathroom with bath, shower, hairdryer, bathrobe and complimentary toiletries. Rooms have views of the sea or gardens. The restaurant offers gourmet 6-course dining, 3-course A La Carte Gourmet Dinner, a 7-course tasting menu and also offer Gourmet Lunches and indulgent afternoon tea is also served. An extensive list of wines and champagne is offered. Glenapp Castle is around 35 minutes’ drive from Galloway Forest Park. Ayr, Troon and Prestwick Airport are all around 1 hour’s drive north of Ballantrae.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

—
Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
or
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
or
1 double bed
2 single beds
or
1 double bed
2 single beds
or
1 double bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3
1 large double bed
Bedroom 4
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.

Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
Facilities
Cleanliness
Comfort
Value for money
Location

Select topics to read reviews:

Guests who stayed here loved

Kathleen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“This felt like a sublime experience. The staff were extremely attentive without being invasive. Everything was beautifully organised and peaceful. The location was amazing with a stunning seaview of Ailsa Craig. Every plate of food was cooked...”
Robert
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“From the personal and friendly meet and greet as we arrived, the seamless portarage, castle itself, excellent food including best smoked salmon I've tasted, fireplace in a lovely room (Glenapp) and relaxed luxurious surroundings, this was a very...”
Lynne
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Luxurious, fabulous surroundings and lovely staff. Peace and quiet. Comfort of room and bed.”
Christine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely professional staff Comfortable room Excellent food”
Alison
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location was lovely & very convenient for the places we wished to visit. The staff were very helpful & friendly. We enjoyed our stay”
Göran
Sweden Sweden
“The best castle we have been staying in Skottland!!!”
Ct
Australia Australia
“The hotel and grounds were stunning. We were truly made to feel like royalty.”
Alan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The grounds were amazing. Food was excellent and staff attentive but not overpowering”
Steven
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“lovely hotel and grounds. Food was exceptional and the staff were great.”
Paul
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Staff were so helpful, especially Iona, Rueban and Rose. Food was very nice. Location is amazing and very peaceful.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1

No additional info available

House rules

Glenapp Castle takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestroCash

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Glenapp Castle in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.