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The Ship Inn

Gatehouse of Fleet , 1 Fleet Street (Show on Map)

9.0

Excellent

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Summary of reviewsThe Ship Inn is a highly recommended hotel for those looking for a peaceful getaway in the beautiful village of Gatehouse-of-Fleet. The location is central and within walking distance to nearby shops, pubs, woodlands and local amenities. The hotel is an ideal base for exploring the Dumfries and Galloway area with great cycling spots and local towns nearby. The staff is welcoming and the food is amazing, making this an excellent location for couples or families. Guests can enjoy a fantastic breakfast with plenty of options to choose from, including a Full Scottish breakfast with various optional additions. The dinner at the in-house restaurant has received rave reviews from guests who have dined there. The rooms are spacious, clean and well-furnished with comfortable beds and modern bathrooms. The hotel is maintained to a high standard with modern, clean and cosy rooms. The staff is exceptional, friendly, hospitable and professional, greeting visitors with a smile and attentive service. The hotel is very Covid-secure and the staff do a great job of explaining these measures to visitors. Overall, The Ship Inn offers a great experience with high standards of cleanliness, comfort and service.
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4-Star Hotel

Room Types

Superior King Room Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. This double room has a tea and coffee maker, flat-screen TV with streaming services, garden views, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.

Superior Double Room Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. This double room features a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, flat-screen TV with streaming services, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.

Superior Double Room Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. This double room features a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, flat-screen TV with streaming services, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.

Double Room Attic Room

Twin Room Attic Room

Double Room with Garden View Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. This double room features a tea and coffee maker, flat-screen TV with streaming services, garden views, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.

Double Room with Garden View Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. This double room has a tea and coffee maker, flat-screen TV with streaming services, garden views, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.

Superior Family Room Offering free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. This family room features a tea and coffee maker, flat-screen TV with streaming services, garden views, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 4 beds.

Superior King Room Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. This double room has a tea and coffee maker, flat-screen TV with streaming services, garden views, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.

Double Room with Garden View Attic Room

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Guest Reviews

9.0

Excellent

Location

If you're looking for a peaceful getaway, The Ship Inn is the perfect spot! Located in the beautiful village of Gatehouse-of-Fleet, this hotel is central and within walking distance to nearby shops, pubs, woodlands and local amenities. The atmosphere is just right for travelers looking for a tranquil location, an hour's drive from the ferry port. The hotel is an ideal base for exploring the Dumfries and Galloway area with great cycling spots and local towns nearby. Gatehouse-of-Fleet is a hidden gem of a village, close to the river with breathtaking scenery to take in. The staff is welcoming and the food is amazing, making this an excellent location for couples or families. Visitors can keep themselves entertained by exploring bars and restaurants in the evening and beaches and walks during the day. Overall, the hotel is very comfortable with nearby parking, on-street parking and a garden close to the river. It's a truly lovely location in a beautiful part of the world - perfect for a warm welcome or relaxing stay.

Breakfast

Guests who stay at The Ship Inn can enjoy a fantastic breakfast according to the confirmed reviews. They say there are a lot of choices for breakfast and the food is hot and tasty. The menu has plenty of options to choose from, including a Full Scottish breakfast with various optional additions. The breakfast is cooked to order and the quality of food is excellent. Guests complimented the staff and the service they provide. The restaurant is well designed and furnished and some of the guests were entertained with tales of local celebrities. There are also lovely vegetarian options available. Many guests loved the breakfast and dinner at the hotel and mentioned it was the best they had in a hotel. However, others stated that there weren't enough healthy options or fruit and yogurt provided each morning. The breakfast service finished quite early and there was no marmalade available. Nonetheless, the staff was friendly and went out of their way to accommodate guests' needs, such as providing breakfasts for those leaving earlier than usual. Overall, The Ship Inn offers a good choice for breakfast with delicious and fulfilling options served by welcoming and attentive staff.

Dinner

The dinner at The Ship Inn has received rave reviews from guests who have dined at the in-house restaurant. The restaurant serves excellent food that is well presented and hot and has received several positive comments for its outstanding quality. Guests have described their food as delicious, outstanding and very tasty and have commended the service as attentive and of great quality. One guest even went so far as to call it a "fantastic restaurant." The breakfast and dinner options offered have also received praise with guests highlighting that both meals were delicious. Guests also enjoyed the lovely setting, design and furnishings of the dining room. While the restaurant has received high ratings from most guests, some have mentioned that the restaurant can be on the expensive side and that there could be more vegetarian options on the menu. However, these criticisms have been few and far between.

Rooms

The Ship Inn offers spacious and clean rooms that are well-furnished and very comfortable. Guests appreciated the inviting and comfortable atmosphere with fittings in very good condition. The rooms were also quiet, perfect for a good night's sleep. Many guests enjoyed the large, clean rooms with excellent bathrooms, while others loved the modern and beautifully presented rooms. The beds were described as comfortable and the bathrooms were modern and well-equipped. Despite some rooms having low ceilings or being located up steep stairs, the overall standard of the rooms was high, clean and spacious with plenty of storage space. The hotel is a great place to stay for those looking for central location, friendly staff and, overall, a pleasant experience.

Beds

If you want a good night's sleep during your stay at The Ship Inn, you won't be disappointed. The comfortable and cosy beds are a highlight for many guests with several reviews mentioning how comfy and very comfortable they are. The rooms are also noted to be clean, quiet and warm with some featuring smart, modern bathrooms with power showers. The beds are also large and roomy and some guests even have trouble leaving them in the morning. Only one review mentions a bed being too small. But overall, guests rave about the comfy beds, fabulous bathrooms and professional, welcoming staff.

Cleanliness

The Ship Inn has received numerous positive reviews regarding the cleanliness of the hotel. Guests have described the rooms as very spacious, comfortable and tastefully furnished. The hotel is clearly maintained to a high standard with modern, clean and cosy rooms. The food is great and the staff are friendly. Guests have appreciated the Covid-19 measures in place including the social distancing and cleanliness standards. Guests enjoyed the clean, bright and welcoming aspects of the hotel. Some guests have provided feedback that the reception could be more welcoming. However, overall guests have had a very positive experience at the Ship Inn with high standards of cleanliness and comfort.

Staff

The Ship Inn boasts an exceptional staff who couldn't have been more helpful and welcoming to guests. The team is friendly, hospitable and professional, greeting visitors with a smile and attentive service. From the young man who checked us in to the owner himself, guests rave about the staff's friendly and helpful approach. The restaurant staff, including those serving breakfast, are all lovely, helpful and courteous. The hotel is very Covid-secure and the staff do a great job of explaining these measures to visitors. The hotel has a fantastic location in the charming village of Gatehouse and the attentive and helpful staff make the stay even better. Although some guests found the reception staff to be less chatty and welcoming, overall, the staff are the stars of the show at The Ship Inn.

No, The Ship Inn doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at The Ship Inn.

Yes, The Ship Inn welcomes dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at The Ship Inn.

No, The Ship Inn doesn't have a gym.

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