Balcary Bay Country House Hotel

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Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.8

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About this property

Beachfront Location: Balcary Bay Country House Hotel in Castle Douglas offers a private beach area and beachfront access. Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the garden, enjoying sea views and a tranquil setting. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, sea views, and modern amenities such as free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and work desks. Family rooms and interconnected rooms cater to all travelers, ensuring a comfortable stay. Dining Experience: The traditional restaurant serves international cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Highly rated for its excellent service and comfortable rooms, the hotel provides breakfast in the room and room service. Leisure Activities: Guests can participate in yoga, fitness, cycling, and snorkeling. Additional facilities include a coffee shop, outdoor seating area, and picnic spots, enhancing the leisure experience.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Beachfront
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
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2 twin beds
1 king bed
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1 sofa bed
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2 twin beds
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1 sofa bed
1 king bed
1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Carole
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Fantastic location Wonderful large room overlooking the water Very friendly staff Tasty, good quality food The glorious weather helped, so we could use the seating outside to it's best advantage Plenty of parking available for guests”
Robert
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“the hotel was lovely. we like the food being all local produce as i come from a farming family . We loved the peace and quiet , just the place to re charge and relax. We fell asleep listening to the waves lapping on the shore. Hope to...”
Waltp
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Stunning location. Comfortable beds. High quality dining. Welcoming.”
Mcconnell
United States United States
“The food was wonderful. Staff was so accommodating and pleasant. Location was amazing!”
Michelle
United States United States
“A charming hotel in a beautiful location on the bay.”
Frederic
Ukraine Ukraine
“Very pretty location with interesting places nearby (Kirkcudbright !) Nicely decorated and cosy hotel ; staff showing attention, talkative when needed, very respectful and helpful.”
Peter
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful decor. Great winelist. Breakfast menu was excellent.”
Marie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Exceptional location, situated right on the Bay, beautiful scenery. All the staff are a credit, very obliging, very polite & very friendly. This is our second stay here, definitely more to come. Also the car park is free. A hidden gem.”
Christine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful, historic place with a fantastic location, but it’s the staff who really make it. They are all so kind and friendly, and the whole place has a lovely atmosphere.”
Chris
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location, comfort relaxation stunning views fantastic food and great service”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
  • Ambience
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Balcary Bay Country House Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Beachfront
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area

House rules

Balcary Bay Country House Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
£35 per child, per night

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that pets will incur an additional charge of £30 per stay, per pet.

Please inform Balcary Bay Country House Hotel 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.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.