Glenapp Castle

In 'delightful' gardens on high ground overlooking Ailsa Craig, this classic example of a 19th-century baronial castle is run as a luxurious hotel (Relais & Châteaux) by owners Graham and Fay Cowan. 'We were greeted by three staff members at the entrance,' says a visitor in 2012. 'Our luggage was taken to our room and everything was explained to us. The service was exemplary; friendly, no standing on ceremony.' Another comment: 'A perfect stay; the food was outstanding.' The castle has been furnished with fine paintings, Middle Eastern rugs, antiques. The library has floor-to-ceiling bookshelves. Guests have exclusive access to the gardens, which have a huge Victorian glasshouse, rare plants and shrubs, a walled garden and woodland walks. Adam Stokes, the 'innovative and confident' Michelin-starred chef, serves 'beautifully presented' dishes on a daily-changing menu which is 'interspersed with little tasters'. The large bedrooms have swagged curtains and wide bed. 'Our spacious ground-floor room (with access to the garden) had a seating area; a large bathroom had a claw-footed bath and separate shower. Tariffs are high but expectations were met.' (ST, and others)

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Mid-week special offer

Glenapp Castle is offering Guide readers a special discount of 25% off its bed and breakfast rates. In addition its guests will enjoy a complimentary bottle of champagne in their room on arrival if the reservation is for a stay of two nights or more from Sunday to Thursday.

 

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  • Service is exemplary. Excellent welcome. The gardens are a delight. Our rooms were large, with a large bathroom. We appreciated the evening turndown. Dinner was very enjoyable. Dogs are accepted free of charge.

    S T, 07/06/2012

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Mid-week special offer

Glenapp Castle is offering Guide readers a special discount of 25% off its bed and breakfast rates. In addition its guests will enjoy a complimentary bottle of champagne in their room on arrival if the reservation is for a stay of two nights or more from Sunday to Thursday.

 

To benefit from this offer, please mention The Good Hotel Guide.

 

Local attractions

Galloway Forest Park
Britain's largest forest park, with 300 square miles to explore.
Culzean Castle & Country Park
A 600-acre estate with a visitor centre and a deer park.
Burns Heritage Park
Visit the birthplace of Scotland's most famous poet.

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Discount Vouchers

This hotel accepts the following discount vouchers:

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    These entitle readers to a 10% discount off their normal B&B rate for a single night's stay

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Mid-week special offer

Glenapp Castle is offering Guide readers a special discount of 25% off its bed and breakfast rates. In addition its guests will enjoy a complimentary bottle of champagne in their room on arrival if the reservation is for a stay of two nights or more from Sunday to Thursday.

 

To benefit from this offer, please mention The Good Hotel Guide.

 

Contact Details

Glenapp Castle

BALLANTRAE Ayrshire Scotland KA26 0NZ

Telephone

01465 831212

Website

www.glenappcastle.com

Discount Vouchers

This hotel accepts discount vouchers which entitle readers to a 10% discount off their normal B&B rate for a single night's stay

Further Information

Bedrooms

17, 7 on ground floor.

Open

late Mar-2 Jan, except Christmas (though available on request).

Facilities

ramp, lift, drawing room, library, 2 dining rooms, wedding facilities, 36-acre gardens (tennis, croquet), fishing, golf nearby, access to spa.

Background music

none.

Children

no under-5s in dining room after 7 pm.

Dogs

allowed in certain bedrooms, not in public rooms.

Credit cards

Amex, MasterCard, Visa.

Prices

[2012] B&B £177.50-£280 per person, D,B&B £207.50-£310, set dinner £65, website offers, New Year package.

GHG voucher offer

Buy the guide and claim 25% off B&B rates on certain dates