This historic, 18th-century townhouse is in the heart of the harbor town of Kirkcudbright, a 15 minute drive from Galloway National Park. It features two cozy restaurants and a bar. All of the bright, warmly furnished rooms at the Selkirk Arms Hotel offer private bathrooms, TVs, and free Wi-Fi. Each room is individually furnished in its own style, and some rooms include comfortable leather sofas or chairs. Guests at the Selkirk Arms can enjoy fine food and wine at Aristas restaurant, or relax by the open fire with local ales. The bistro offers fresh, hearty food made from local ingredients. Free parking is available at the Selkirk Arms, and Threave Castle is a 15 minute drive away. The 63 acre Threave Gardens are also 15 minutes away by car. Kirkcudbright Golf Club is just 15 minutes away by foot.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.7
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
9.0
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Carolyn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location . Superb good . Comfy bed and room . Staff are amazing - nothing is too much trouble.
  • Annette
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Quality of food excellent. Lovely garden area for sitting.
  • Joanne
    United States of America United States of America
    Cozy bar, lovely resto with terrific food, great service. Wonderful Scottish brekkie.
  • Pendleton
    United States of America United States of America
    Had dinner as well as breakfast .food was excellent and great service . Very friendly staff —a great stay
  • Alex
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Our room and seemingly the whole hotel has been newly renovated. The staff were excellent and the Scottish breakfast was one of the best I've ever had! We also had our three dogs with us and there were welcome.
  • David
    Germany Germany
    Breakfast was lovely, and there was a great choice on the breakfast menu, full Scottish , kippers and eggs we could choice what we wanted, Staff were very very friendly, The room was spacious and very clean, We had a lovely evening meal, and...
  • Cathy
    United States of America United States of America
    Bathroom very nice, and roomy. Food here is very good. The entire staff is very polite and friendly.
  • Frances
    United States of America United States of America
    The staff went out of their way to be helpful. One of us needed gluten-free food and the folks in the restraurant not only met her needs but remembered from day to day so she did not have to ask repeatedly. The people at the front desk gave good...
  • Robin
    United States of America United States of America
    The location was perfect for exploring the town of Kirkcudbright. It was well maintained and the staff was friendly and professional. The back garden is a perfect spot for a cup of tea or a drink. The staff was helpful and friendly
  • Peter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely helpful and friendly staff , particularly the more experienced. The reception and dining rooms were very nicely decorated and the bedrooms were clean and comfortable , as was the bed .

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Artistas Restaurant, Bar Lounge and Bistro
    • Cuisine
      Scottish • Seafood • International • European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Selkirk Arms Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wifi
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Cooking class
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Racquetball
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Wake-up service
  • Packed lunches
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
Selkirk Arms Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation 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
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

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

FAQs about Selkirk Arms Hotel

  • The prices at Selkirk Arms Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Selkirk Arms Hotel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Selkirk Arms Hotel is 1,300 feet from the center of Kirkcudbright. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Selkirk Arms Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Bowling
    • Tennis court
    • Racquetball
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Bicycle rental
    • Walking tours
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Themed dinners
    • Bike tours
    • Cooking class
  • Room options at Selkirk Arms Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Single
  • Selkirk Arms Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Artistas Restaurant, Bar Lounge and Bistro