Glenapp Castle

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.5
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.9

Between Stranraer and Girvan, Glenapp Castle in Ballantrae offers luxurious accommodations 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 private bathroom with bath, shower, hairdryer, bathrobe and complimentary toiletries. Rooms have views of the sea or gardens. The restaurant offers 3-course 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. The Castle Restaurant offering classical Scottish gourmet dining, and The Azalea, by Glenapp Castle, offering a more informal dining setting in the heart of our Walled Gardens. 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 in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

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

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Breakfast to go

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

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Chris
Jamaica Jamaica
“This is a beautiful property and the staff are amazing. Very attentive and genuinely cares about your happiness. Even met the Proprietor Paul and his wife Poppy. Lovely people who were so friendly. Don’t miss Jen at Azalea, truly awesome.”
Anne-marie
United States United States
“THAT was our biggest problem! We were not informed that the glorious breakfast was included in our stay. As we were extending ourselves and paid for dinner, we did not do breakfast due to the anticipated cost. And THEN, at check-out, we found...”
Ann
United States United States
“The location was charming, the facilities lovely and the staff top notch!”
Cappelli
United States United States
“The staff were amazing and the castle was beautiful. The food was creative and delicious.”
Tom
United States United States
“This is an amazing place. You will be treated like royalty by the staff. The owner is there on a regular basis to greet and assist. You will NOT be disappointed. This is a once in a lifetime must be experienced.”
Sleepy
Hong Kong Hong Kong
“Beautiful castle. The owners took much care to renovate and keep the property in an excellent condition. Gardens were superb. Glasshouse dining sublime. Many activities available. Surrounding grounds also lovely. Small number of rooms meant a good...”
Mark
Australia Australia
“Glenapp Castle is a beautiful property with exceptional levels of service by the team. We loved almost every aspect of our experience - particularly the level of service from the team and wandering the grounds.”
Caroline
Switzerland Switzerland
“Absolutely loved my stay here. Lovely castle, staff were amazing and the food delicious. Very casual atmosphere even though it is a high end experience.”
Macdonald
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The 7 course taster menu was exceptionally delicious, well presented and memorable The service was good The breakfast was fantastic”
Kimberly
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“It’s out of the way , which is both positive and negative , and its beautiful, comfortable and exceeded expectations”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

2 Restaurants On Site
Castle Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    Scottish • Local
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Ambience
    Traditional
The Azalea, by Glenapp Castle
  • Cuisine
    Scottish • Local
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Ambience
    Modern

Amenities of Glenapp Castle

Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities

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

House rules

Glenapp Castle takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

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

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