Name: Glenapp Castle
Address: Ayrshire, Ballantrae, KA26 0NZ, United Kingdom, Ayrshire, Ayrshire, KA26 0NZ, UK
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at £245 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.6

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Glenapp Castle

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Ayrshire, Ballantrae, KA26 0NZ, United Kingdom –

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Very peaceful setting. Excellent food and service.

Margaret, United Kingdom

The fantastic gardens. The friendliness of all staff Very dog friendly - able to leave our dogs unaccompanied in the bedroom Flexibility of menu by Executive Chef David Alexander Teamwork of the staff

Dr, United Kingdom

First and foremost the entire staff could not have been any nicer, more helpful or more lovely. The physical condition of the premises is better than expected. I have stayed in other castles in Scotland and this was the best bar none. Everything was seamless which is so unusual nowadays. The food was outstanding. I travel all over the world and stay at 5 star hotels most Of the time. Our stay at Glenapp was outstanding in every way. We will be happy to rave about your property to our friends. It was so relaxing, so restful and everything was anticipated and arranged without any effort or thought on our part. Also so glad you do not have WiFi! Also very rare but greatly appreciated NOT to have the electronic world I therefore with our stay. Just Perfect. Thank you so much and please let you entire staff know they are individually and collectively as good as it gets. Bravo!

Erwin, USA

This was a 70th birthday treat for one night and exceeded expectations. Glenapp is truly a 'proper' castle, set in extensive private grounds, probably not at their best late autumn, after strong winds/rain. Service is outstanding, starting with a personal welcome at the front door on arrival, and continuing to be warm, friendly and attentive, throughout our stay. Staff training is to a very high standard. Dinner was divine - best food we have ever tasted, and beautifully presented. Breakfast, obviously a lesser meal, was also excellent, with a generous choice of both hot and cold. Now looking for an excuse to return next year!

Sailorgirl, United Kingdom

The food was superb. The grounds were beautiful. The decor was thankfully not faux moderne and was in keeping with the architecture and interior design.

Martin, USA

Staff were all BRILLIANT, could not do enough for you, super service, amazing food. cannot say enough good things about Glenapp Castle

Don, United Kingdom

Attentive friendly staff. Beautiful decor and comfortable room. Secluded location

Debra, United Kingdom

The bed was very big and comfortable. The food was amazing. We ordered the afternoon sea for lunch and it exceeded our expectations. The wine list is amazing and the wine with each course was very well chosen for us. All staff are very friendly and prompt to help. The grounds are immaculate.

Alison, United Kingdom

Beautifully furnished historic Castle with extensive manicured grounds. The staff were excellent, especially Andreas, who was bright, cheerful and professional during our stay.

Peter, Australia

Relaxing in beautiful surroundings , very friendly and capable staff providing excellent customer experience.

Robert, New Zealand

9.8

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What guests loved the most:
“Very peaceful setting. Excellent food and service.”

Margaret United Kingdom
“The fantastic gardens. The friendliness of all staff Very dog friendly - able to leave our dogs unaccompanied in the bedroom Flexibility of menu by Executive Chef David Alexander Teamwork of the staff”

Dr United Kingdom
“First and foremost the entire staff could not have been any nicer, more helpful or more lovely. The physical condition of the premises is better than expected. ”

Erwin USA
“This was a 70th birthday treat for one night and exceeded expectations. ”

Sailorgirl United Kingdom
“The food was superb. The grounds were beautiful. The decor was thankfully not faux moderne and was in keeping with the architecture and interior design.”

Martin USA
“Staff were all BRILLIANT, could not do enough for you, super service, amazing food. cannot say enough good things about Glenapp Castle”

Don United Kingdom
“Attentive friendly staff. Beautiful decor and comfortable room. Secluded location”

Debra United Kingdom
“The bed was very big and comfortable. The food was amazing. We ordered the afternoon sea for lunch and it exceeded our expectations. ”

Alison United Kingdom
“Beautifully furnished historic Castle with extensive manicured grounds. The staff were excellent, especially Andreas, who was bright, cheerful and professional during our stay.”

Peter Australia
“Relaxing in beautiful surroundings , very friendly and capable staff providing excellent customer experience.”

Robert New Zealand

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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, 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.

This property also has one of the best-rated locations in Ballantrae! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Ballantrae! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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Continental, Full English/Irish

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Free private parking available at hotel

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	Luxury Double or Twin Room with Garden View 1 double bed or 2 single beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This en suite room has a flat-screen TV with DVD player, trouser press, desk, alarm clock, safe, seating area and tea and coffee facilities. All of the bedrooms are furnished with personally chosen antiques, fine oil paintings and individually decorated to the highest standard in traditional style, in keeping with the unique setting that is Glenapp Castle. Each room is individual in style, decor and view. Room facilities: • Shower • Bath • Safety Deposit Box • Telephone • Hairdryer • Trouser Press • Bathrobe • Radio • Desk • Seating Area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • CD Player • Toilet • Private bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • Wake-up service • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linen • Clothes rack Free WiFi! Please select everything you’d like to know more about (Your response helps provide better information for travellers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the selected options? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve, so you can book more easily next time. Close We're sorry, but there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in date / / Check-in date Check-out date / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
+ Max adults: 2 Max children: 1 (up to years of age)	Junior Suite – Bigger than most in Ballantrae 2 single beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This en suite room has a flat-screen TV with DVD player, trouser press, desk, alarm clock, safe, seating area and tea and coffee facilities. Room facilities: • Shower • Bath • Safety Deposit Box • Telephone • Hairdryer • Trouser Press • Bathrobe • Radio • Desk • Seating Area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • CD Player • Toilet • Private bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Carpeted • Fireplace • Flat-screen TV • Sofa • View • Wake-up service • Dining area • Wardrobe or closet • Garden view • Towels • Linen • Clothes rack Free WiFi! Please select everything you’d like to know more about (Your response helps provide better information for travellers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the selected options? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve, so you can book more easily next time. Close We're sorry, but there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in date / / Check-in date Check-out date / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
+ Max adults: 2 Max children: 1 (up to years of age)	Grand Double or Twin Room with Sea View 2 single beds or 1 double bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This en suite room has a flat-screen TV with DVD player, trouser press, desk, alarm clock, safe, seating area and tea and coffee facilities. Room facilities: • Shower • Bath • Safety Deposit Box • Telephone • Hairdryer • Trouser Press • Bathrobe • Radio • Desk • Seating Area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • CD Player • Toilet • Private bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Wake-up service • Wardrobe or closet • Sea view • Garden view • Towels • Linen • Clothes rack Free WiFi! Please select everything you’d like to know more about (Your response helps provide better information for travellers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the selected options? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve, so you can book more easily next time. Close We're sorry, but there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in date / / Check-in date Check-out date / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Master Double or Twin Room 2 single beds or 1 double bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This en suite room has a flat-screen TV with DVD player, trouser press, desk, alarm clock, safe, seating area and tea and coffee facilities. Room facilities: • Shower • Bath • Safety Deposit Box • Telephone • Hairdryer • Trouser Press • Bathrobe • Radio • Desk • Seating Area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • CD Player • Toilet • Private bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Carpeted • Fireplace • Flat-screen TV • Sofa • View • Wake-up service • Dining area • Wardrobe or closet • Sea view • Garden view • Towels • Linen • Dining table • Clothes rack Free WiFi! Please select everything you’d like to know more about (Your response helps provide better information for travellers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the selected options? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve, so you can book more easily next time. Close We're sorry, but there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in date / / Check-in date Check-out date / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
+ Max adults: 2 Max children: 1 (up to years of age)	Master Sea View Room – Bigger than most in Ballantrae 2 single beds or 1 double bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This en suite room has a flat-screen TV with DVD player, trouser press, desk, alarm clock, safe, seating area and tea and coffee facilities. Room facilities: • Shower • Bath • Safety Deposit Box • Telephone • Hairdryer • Trouser Press • Bathrobe • Radio • Desk • Seating Area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • CD Player • Toilet • Private bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Carpeted • Fireplace • Flat-screen TV • Sofa • View • Wake-up service • Dining area • Wardrobe or closet • Sea view • Garden view • Towels • Linen • Dining table • Clothes rack Free WiFi! Please select everything you’d like to know more about (Your response helps provide better information for travellers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the selected options? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve, so you can book more easily next time. Close We're sorry, but there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in date / / Check-in date Check-out date / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
+ Max adults: 2 Max children: 1 (up to years of age)	Large Double or Twin Room with Garden View 2 single beds or 1 double bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This en suite room has a flat-screen TV with DVD player, trouser press, desk, alarm clock, safe, seating area and tea and coffee facilities. Room facilities: • Shower • Bath • Safety Deposit Box • Telephone • Hairdryer • Trouser Press • Bathrobe • Radio • Desk • Seating Area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • CD Player • Toilet • Private bathroom • Heating • Slippers • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Wake-up service • Wardrobe or closet • Garden view • Towels • Linen • Clothes rack Free WiFi! Please select everything you’d like to know more about (Your response helps provide better information for travellers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the selected options? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve, so you can book more easily next time. Close We're sorry, but there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in date / / Check-in date Check-out date / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

Hotel surroundings – Guests loved walking around the neighbourhood!

Closest airports

Glasgow Prestwick Airport
33.3 miles
George Best Belfast City Airport
47.6 miles
Belfast International Airport
56.6 miles

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“This was a 70th birthday treat for one night and exceeded expectations. Glenapp is truly a 'proper' castle, set in extensive private grounds, probably ...”

Sailorgirl

United Kingdom

9.1

“Beautifully furnished historic Castle with extensive manicured grounds. The staff were excellent, especially Andreas, who was bright, cheerful and professional...”

Peter

Australia

9.1

“You’ve probably seen Downton Abbey, the hit TV series. Staying at Glenapp Castle is as if you are living in Downton Abbey. The experience starts as soon as yo...”

Anonymous

Netherlands

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1 restaurant on site

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Open for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Menu: À la carte

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13:00 - 00:00

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08:00 - 11:00

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Children and extra beds

All children are welcome.

The maximum number of extra beds in a room is 1.

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Glenapp Castle accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

“The fantastic gardens. The friendliness of all staff Very dog friendly - able to leave our dogs unaccompanied in the bedroom Flexibility of menu by Executive Chef David Alexander Teamwork of the staff”

“First and foremost the entire staff could not have been any nicer, more helpful or more lovely. The physical condition of the premises is better than expected. I have stayed in other castles in Scotland and this was the best bar none. Everything was seamless which is so unusual nowadays. The food was outstanding. I travel all over the world and stay at 5 star hotels most Of the time. Our stay at Glenapp was outstanding in every way. We will be happy to rave about your property to our friends. It was so relaxing, so restful and everything was anticipated and arranged without any effort or thought on our part. Also so glad you do not have WiFi! Also very rare but greatly appreciated NOT to have the electronic world I therefore with our stay. Just Perfect. Thank you so much and please let you entire staff know they are individually and collectively as good as it gets. Bravo!”

Erwin

USA

“This was a 70th birthday treat for one night and exceeded expectations. Glenapp is truly a 'proper' castle, set in extensive private grounds, probably not at their best late autumn, after strong winds/rain. Service is outstanding, starting with a personal welcome at the front door on arrival, and continuing to be warm, friendly and attentive, throughout our stay. Staff training is to a very high standard. Dinner was divine - best food we have ever tasted, and beautifully presented. Breakfast, obviously a lesser meal, was also excellent, with a generous choice of both hot and cold. Now looking for an excuse to return next year!”

“The bed was very big and comfortable. The food was amazing. We ordered the afternoon sea for lunch and it exceeded our expectations. The wine list is amazing and the wine with each course was very well chosen for us. All staff are very friendly and prompt to help. The grounds are immaculate.”

Alison

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Newest reviews for Glenapp Castle

Reviewed: 4 November 2018

Margaret Hadley
United Kingdom
10

“I would recommend this location and would certainly visit again.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Luxury Double or Twin Room with Garden View
- • Stayed 2 nights
Could have been warmer in the public areas.
Very peaceful setting. Excellent food and service.

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: 4 November 2018

Dr
United Kingdom
10

“One of the very best hotels in the whole of the UK”
- • With a pet
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Luxury Double or Twin Room with Garden View
- • Stayed 2 nights
Nothing
The fantastic gardens. The friendliness of all staff Very dog friendly - able to leave our dogs unaccompanied in the bedroom Flexibility of menu by Executive Chef David Alexander Teamwork of the staff

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: 25 October 2018

Erwin
USA
10

“As hard as we try to”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Luxury Double or Twin Room with Garden View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
First and foremost the entire staff could not have been any nicer, more helpful or more lovely. The physical condition of the premises is better than expected. I have stayed in other castles in Scotland and this was the best bar none. Everything was seamless which is so unusual nowadays. The food was outstanding. I travel all over the world and stay at 5 star hotels most Of the time. Our stay at Glenapp was outstanding in every way. We will be happy to rave about your property to our friends. It was so relaxing, so restful and everything was anticipated and arranged without any effort or thought on our part. Also so glad you do not have WiFi! Also very rare but greatly appreciated NOT to have the electronic world I therefore with our stay. Just Perfect. Thank you so much and please let you entire staff know they are individually and collectively as good as it gets. Bravo!

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: 20 October 2018

Sailorgirl
United Kingdom

2 helpful votes
9.2

“A perfect way to ease the pain of turning 70!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Luxury Double or Twin Room with Garden View
- • Stayed 1 night
Surprised not to find tea and coffee making facilities in the room, a strange omission in such a high quality hotel. Shower delivered cold water only, though a nice hot bath was an acceptable alternative. On reporting this it seems it may have been 'user error', but hot/cold function is not clear and instruction should be given on arrival.
This was a 70th birthday treat for one night and exceeded expectations. Glenapp is truly a 'proper' castle, set in extensive private grounds, probably not at their best late autumn, after strong winds/rain. Service is outstanding, starting with a personal welcome at the front door on arrival, and continuing to be warm, friendly and attentive, throughout our stay. Staff training is to a very high standard. Dinner was divine - best food we have ever tasted, and beautifully presented. Breakfast, obviously a lesser meal, was also excellent, with a generous choice of both hot and cold. Now looking for an excuse to return next year!

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: 4 October 2018

Martin
USA
10

“Thoroughly enjoyable and would go back again.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Luxury Double or Twin Room with Garden View
- • Stayed 2 nights
Hard to say.
The food was superb. The grounds were beautiful. The decor was thankfully not faux moderne and was in keeping with the architecture and interior design.

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: 27 September 2018

Laura
Italy
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Luxury Double or Twin Room with Garden View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Amazing everything was simply amazing

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: 24 September 2018

Anonymous
Netherlands
Age group: 35 – 44
10

“This must be the closest experience to owning a castle. ”
- • Business trip
- • Couple
- • Luxury Double or Twin Room with Garden View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing.
You’ve probably seen Downton Abbey, the hit TV series. Staying at Glenapp Castle is as if you are living in Downton Abbey. The experience starts as soon as you arrive, when you are welcomed by staff in such a friendly manner that you feel right at home. The service is absolutely outstanding and world class - and so friendly - and the castle, rooms and gardens are gorgeous. Highly, highly recommended. Don’t forget to eat dinner here, we had a lovely 6 course dinner that was world class cuisine.

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: 23 September 2018

Anonymous
Australia
10

“A must stay...”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Luxury Double or Twin Room with Garden View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
What a perfect place there was nothing to fault the food was first class all the staff provided impeccable service highly recommend

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: 9 September 2018

Ahmed
Kuwait

2 helpful votes
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Large Double or Twin Room with Garden View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
nothing
every thing

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: 29 August 2018

Don
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
10

“Excellant Service Beyond expectations”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Luxury Double or Twin Room with Garden View
- • Stayed 2 nights
nothing
Staff were all BRILLIANT, could not do enough for you, super service, amazing food. cannot say enough good things about Glenapp Castle

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: 26 August 2018

Debra
United Kingdom
9.6

“Very relaxing and peaceful break away from the stresses and strains of modern life!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Master Sea View Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Not enough choice on the dinner menu.
Attentive friendly staff. Beautiful decor and comfortable room. Secluded location

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: 21 August 2018

Alison
United Kingdom
Age group: 45 – 54
10

“Amazing!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Master Sea View Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
The bed was very big and comfortable. The food was amazing. We ordered the afternoon sea for lunch and it exceeded our expectations. The wine list is amazing and the wine with each course was very well chosen for us. All staff are very friendly and prompt to help. The grounds are immaculate.

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: 21 August 2018

Ray
Malta
9.6

“Excellent and relaxing”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Luxury Double or Twin Room with Garden View
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Reception facilities
Exquisite cuisine. Very friendly courteous staff

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: 1 August 2018

Peter
Australia
9.2

“Beautiful Castle and Grounds”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Large Double or Twin Room with Garden View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
High cost when paying in Australian dollars ... $832/night for B&B.
Beautifully furnished historic Castle with extensive manicured grounds. The staff were excellent, especially Andreas, who was bright, cheerful and professional during our stay.

Stayed in July 2018
Reviewed: 9 June 2018

Robert
New Zealand
9.2

Superb
- • Business trip
- • Couple
- • Luxury Double or Twin Room with Garden View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
It would be difficult to fault ,
Relaxing in beautiful surroundings , very friendly and capable staff providing excellent customer experience.

Stayed in June 2018

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