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Lunch and dinner served
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

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Ayrshire, Ballantrae, Girvan, Scotland, KA26 0NZ
  • Place, Ayrshire Coastal Path Trail Head
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Lendalfoot Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal
    ‪17 min drive‬
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Room, Garden View | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Garden View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Grand Room, Garden View | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Grand Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Grand Room, Sea View | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Grand Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Junior Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite

  • Garden view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Grand Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Grand Suite

  • Garden view
  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Castle Penthouse Suite

  • 418 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 4 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Two Bedroom Castle Penthouse Suite

  • 320 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

West Wing Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Luxury Cottage | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Cottage

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Glenapp Castle

A restaurant, an outdoor tennis court and concierge services are available at this smoke-free castle. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free valet parking are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk and a library are on-site.
Glenapp Castle offers 17 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and slippers. This Girvan castle provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the castle include an outdoor tennis court.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at Glenapp Castle, you'll be close to Ayrshire Coastal Path Trail Head. Free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free valet parking are available.
  • Free full breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free valet parking
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at the fine-dining restaurant
  • Services include babysitting, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes an outdoor tennis court, hiking/biking trails and archery
  • 8 minutes by car from Ayrshire Coastal Path Trail Head and 13 minutes from Pebbles Spa
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the luxury Glenapp Castle. The castle can provide concierge services and wedding services. Free valet parking is available.

This 5-star Girvan castle is smoke free.

Guests are served a free full breakfast daily from 8 AM to 10:30 AM.
On-site venue – This fine-dining restaurant specialises in local cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Reservations are required.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor tennis court

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

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

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 49 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: GBP 49 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 7 days before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Glenapp Castle Hotel Girvan
Glenapp Castle Girvan
Glenapp Castle Castle
Glenapp Castle Girvan
Glenapp Castle Castle Girvan

Glenapp Castle Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 83 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely. My boyfriend actually proposed here. Perfect spot.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Elegant small hotel set in a beautiful castle setting with two 5 star restaurants on-site surrounded by beautiful gardens for strolling.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable with great service and food. Wish I had booked more nights!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, food and accommodations. Historical relevance and a unique experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very helpful friendly staff with the meals absolutely amazing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben

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

Perfect hotel

Beautiful hotel, staff were incredibly helpful and always there when needed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were very friendly and attentive. The fresh flowers all around the hotel and bedroom were lovely. Jen in the Azalea restaurant was a brilliant host and the food was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel,wonderful service, lovely food but tiny portions
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet

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

Glennapp Castle getaway

Fabulous stay. Has not lost any of its Scottish charm with five star comfort and excellent food.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Stunning

Beautiful castle hotel, amazing location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise

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

Outstanding welcome

Excellent country house hotel. The greatest asset are the staff who are welcoming , efficient and friendly. Room was immaculately clean. Grounds are beautiful to explore. Will definitely make this an annual visit.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wish you offered six stars as an option. Great experience, great food, great property, great staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

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

A fabulous two night stay.

Beautiful floral displays throughout the hotel. Wonderful staff and service. Lovely grounds to walk around. The archery was great fun thanks to George who was a fantastic coach.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole experience was amazing. The rooms were stunning along with the grounds. Every member of staff was so attentive and friendly. The food was delicious as well. We wish we would have been able to stay longer
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This castle is THE dream destination. We went for our Anniversary and everything was perfect from start to finish. The room was beautifully and tastefully decorated as were all the public rooms. We felt totally relaxed from the moment we stepped inside. The staff were discrete and efficient and nothing was too much trouble for them. If you want to be treated like Royalty, then this is the place for you.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Hidden Gem

The moment you arrive at the cast iron, voice activated front gates you know that this is going to be a good stay! No need to check in, just make your way up the drive to the front entrance where your bags will be whisked away to your room and you'll be treated to quick tour of the castle before joining your bags. From start to finish everything is relaxing and taken care of, even down to the wellington boots and jacket at your disposal to allow a stroll around the gardens in not so clement weather. Food is delicious though a word of caution, leave the denims and t-shirts back at the house - dinner is somewhat more formal. Cannot fault a thing, and we will be back for another visit.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived very late and had called ahead to let the staff know we would be late for our dinner reservation. We were told the kitchen closes at 9:30pm but would have sandwiches or salads available. We arrived after 9:30pm and upon arrival we were escorted to the drawing room to relax for a few minutes, but to our surprise they kept the staff in and served us a full dinner. We felt so bad they kept their staff on just for us, but that is the level of service we received at all times. I would HIGHLY recommend Glenapp Castle! Our room was spacious, cozy, clean and very well-appointed. Again, definitely a place I would stay again when back in Scotland
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Let us down.

Called me a week in advance. Asked me if I was celebrating a special occasion (our 10 year anniversary). Also, if we had any allergies. Check in great. Place is beautiful. Facade of castle from outside a little tired. After checking into room, noticed a fly and insect infestation later in bathroom. Informed management. They took pictures. Nothing done or followed up. Dinner outstanding, the service is amazing and the staff really are well trained. Almost too much! (007 like with their earphones!). Returned to room, TV not working. To their credit, manager brought another TV - it's 10.30pm now. Still nothing done about insects (I have video and pictures too - review isn't letting me upload them). Breakfast 10/10, again top notch service. Credit to their staff. Went for a walk around grounds. Lovely. On checkout, no mention of issues. Dinner and wine came to £200+ and the overnight stay £300+ For a romantic, overnight experience. To fork out almost £600, I was not impressed. I'm disappointed. I expected big things from this place - we'd been wanting to come here for a long time. Informed hotel of our feedback on checkout survey. It's been a few days, still not heard from them. Sadly, we won't be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff make the difference,well managed
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

An outstanding 5* hotel.

Absolutely outstanding in every respect. Thank you for for spoiling my wife and I so much.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Little bit of luxury

Greeted as we were helped in parking after coming through the gated entrance. Made to feel that nothing was a problem and was there to help us enjoy our stay. Excellent food,great room and bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Remote and tranquil, beautiful gardens and walks.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

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

Fabulous anniversary stay

Amazing hotel. The grounds were so beautiful with the autumn colours. The service in exemplary, very personable but not starchy. We will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
When you turn up to a castle you expect something a story. This wasn't and didn't match the brochure. I asked about the history of the castle. I got told it was built 1850 ish. No other details. I found more details from wikipedia than i did from the staff. The service was very slow and very formal. Breakfast took over one and a half hours. Dinner was over 2 hours. The formality remained me more of my old boarding school than a hotel. The seating in the dinning room was closer than the expected 2 meters
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

June

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

Family Holiday

Lovely stay 6 nights service and accommodation perfect if you like period style. WFI a little hit & miss, other wise a lovely place to spoil yourself
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021