The Best Castle
Hotels in Ayrshire

Delightful property. Superb interior design. Popular among couples. 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. Glenapp Castle is around 35 minutes’ drive from Galloway Forest Park. 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. Ayr, Troon and Prestwick Airport are all around 1 hour’s drive north of Ballantrae. Show full description

Offering a garden and garden view, Cloncaird Castle Estate Cottages is located in Maybole, 23 km from Ayr Racecourse and 16 km from Robert Burns Birthplace Museum. There is a private entrance at the holiday home for the convenience of those who stay. Culzean Castle & Country Park is 16 km from Cloncaird Castle Estate Cottages, while Belleisle Golf Club is 18 km away. There is an outdoor fireplace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. Each unit comes with a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. An oven, a microwave and toaster are also featured, as well as a kettle. At the holiday home, all units have bed linen and towels. The holiday home features a picnic area and a barbecue. The nearest airport is Glasgow Prestwick Airport, 23 km from the accommodation. Show full description

Superb breakfast. Set in 20 acres of land with views of the Loch of the Lowes and surrounding Ayrshire countryside, Lochside House Hotel features luxury spa facilities, free Wi-Fi and parking. It is set in a former shooting lodge built in the 19th-century. Dumfries House is 5.5 miles away, while Drumlanrig Castle is 23 miles away. The 4-star accommodation comprises 3 cottage suites and a range of en suite rooms. Each offers a TV with cable channels, and facilities for making tea and coffee. Some have scenic views, and others have their own patio. Guests can relax in the landscaped gardens, or enjoy a drink in the bar lounge. The Afton restaurant has stunning views of the hills, and makes use of fresh, locally-sourced produce. The Spa at Lochside offers a wide range of treatments and facilities including a relaxation pool, steam room and tanning booth. The hotel is adjacent to a 9-hole golf course. The town of Cumnock is a 10-minute drive away, and New Cumnock Rail Station is a 5 minute journey by car. Prestwick Airport is half an hour drive away, while Glasgow is 50 minutes' drive away. Show full description

Close to beach front. Luxurious. Comfortable beds. With a luxury spa and elegant rooms, Auchrannie Resort features 3 award-winning restaurants. Situated in Brodick, on the beautiful Isle of Arran, the hotel also has a beauty salon and gym. Stylish rooms at Auchrannie each have a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi and a modern bathroom with Arran Aromatics toiletries.. Rooms also feature tea/coffee making facilities. The leisure facilities include 2 indoor swimming pools, sauna and steam room facilities as well as a turbo spa. The Playbarn includes a large soft play area, a big-screen TV, a teen area with drinks and snacks available. The resort has up to 3 restaurants open, offering a wide range of dishes to suit all tastes. Set in impressive grounds, the Resort is a 20-minute walk from the Brodick Ferry Terminal. There is plenty of free on-site parking, and Brodick Golf Club is half a mile away. Show full description

Situated 2 minutes’ walk from the shores of Brodick Bay, Hunters Guest House offers free Wi-Fi. An en suite or private external bathroom are provided with each room at Hunters, as well as a TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Many shops and cafés can be found in the local area, and Brodick Castle is just a 5-minute drive away. The castle is surrounded by a country park with trails, woodlands, waterfalls, gorges, wildlife ponds, a nature room and wildlife garden. A full Scottish breakfast is served each morning, and a continental breakfast is also available. Show full description