About this property

Proudly named Scotland’s Best Independent Hotel 2025, The Cairndale Hotel & Spa in Dumfries offers a warm welcome, stylish accommodations, and first-class facilities in the heart of South West Scotland. Following a multi-million-pound refurbishment, the hotel blends modern luxury spa with traditional hotel charm. Guests can enjoy comfortable bedrooms with attached bathroom, a choice of dining options including our new restaurant, The Oak and our All Day Dining Lounge Bar. We also offer superb entertainment throughout the year. The highlight of The Cairndale is Scotland’s only Five Bubble Luxury Spa, recognized by The Good Spa Guide. Featuring serene treatment rooms, relaxation spaces, and thermal experiences, it is one of the country’s most exciting spa destinations. Treatments include full body massage, luxury facials, seaweed bathing and mud rasul. Please note: Spa access is not included with all stays. Guests wishing to enjoy the spa are invited to book treatments, day packages, or inclusive spa stays directly via our official website. The Cairndale Spa is exclusively for adults (18+). With free parking, family-friendly amenities, and a central location ideal for exploring Dumfries & Galloway, The Cairndale Hotel & Spa is the perfect choice for a relaxing getaway, celebration, or special break.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Buffet

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
or
1 queen bed
1 full bed
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
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1 king bed
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Hotel area info

Restaurants

2 Restaurants On Site
  • Reivers
    • Cuisine
      Scottish • Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Lounge
    • Cuisine
      British • Scottish
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Cairndale Hotel & Spa takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
£10 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.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that pets can be accommodated for an additional cost of 15 GBP per day.

A brand new destination Spa opened at the property in early July 2024. Spa access is not included in the price and requires a reservation. Please contact the Hotel directly.

86 bedrooms with attached bathroom and suites

All day service is available in the Lounge until 11pm.