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Friars Carse Country House Hotel

3.0 star property
Historic hotel in Dumfries with 2 bars/lounges and restaurant

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2 bars/lounges
TV
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi
Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Aerial view

Reviews

8,8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
  • Room service
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
Feel at home
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
The price is R1 555
R1 866 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Family Quadruple Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Sofa bed
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Honeymoon Suite, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Dun Beag - 1 Bed - Self Catering Only

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Dun Mohr - 2 Bed - Self Catering Only

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Family Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Holiday Inn Dumfries, an IHG Hotel

Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Connecting rooms available
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (538)
The price is R1 240
R1 488 total
includes taxes & fees
05 Jan - 06 January 2025
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About the area

Map
Auldgirth, Dumfries, Scotland, DG2 0SA

What's nearby

  • Morton Castle - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ellisland Farm - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Blackwood Loch - 7 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Dalscone Farm Fun - 11 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Dumfries Ice Bowl - 11 min drive - 10.4 km

Getting around

  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 103 min drive
  • Dumfries Station - 20 min drive
  • Lockerbie Station - 26 min drive
  • Sanquhar Station - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪KFC Dumfries - Cuckoo Bridge Retail Park - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Robert the Bruce - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cavens Arms - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pearl Palace - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Friars Carse Country House Hotel

Located near a train station, Friars Carse Country House Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Dumfries. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the 2 bars/lounges are nice spots to grab a drink at the end of the day. Other highlights at this historic hotel include a snack bar/deli and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Lithuanian

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 21 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
  • Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Front desk staffed during limited hours
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Pets

  • Pets allowed*
  • Service animals welcome
  • Food and water bowls available

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Library
  • Arcade/game room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night

Policies

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Carse House
Friars Carse
Friars Carse Country Hotel
Friars Carse Country House
Friars Carse Country House Dumfries
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Friars Carse Country House Hotel Dumfries
Friars Carse Hotel
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Friars Carse Country House Hotel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Friars Carse Country House Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Friars Carse Country House Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Friars Carse Country House Hotel?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Friars Carse Country House Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Friars Carse Country House Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Friars Carse Country House Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy amenities like 2 bars, an arcade, and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Friars Carse Country House Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Friars Carse Country House Hotel like?
Friars Carse Country House Hotel is located a short 15-minute walk from Morton Castle.

Friars Carse Country House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8,8

Excellent

8,8/10

Cleanliness

9,0/10

Staff & service

8,4/10

Amenities

8,2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8,0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Isobel, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Kevin, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Food not good , tv not working, checki in was not welcoming , it was our honeymoon not good at check in not welcoming at all
Susan, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Veronica, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Isobel, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

We used this hotel as a half way point. Staff very friendly and attentive! Hotel needs renovation tbh. Web site makes it look in much better condition. Food while expensive for eve meal was delicious! We didn't get to try the Scottish Breakfast as on a Saturday it begins at 8am. We left at 7.30am. Historically interesting with Robbie Burns of fame being a local once upon a time.
ROB, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

We were very disappointed with the hotel.Our room was very run down. The mattress needed replacing as springs were coming through. The pillows were old and hard and it was thin utility bedding. The bedside lamp shade was broken. The shower had no sceen just a curtain and you had to run round to get wet. It was dusty and depressing. Breakfront was no better. Poor quality ,overcooked and greasy. We would not stay again. It is set in lovely grounds but these dont compensate for the dreadful bedrooms.
neil, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Trevor, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Fantastic hotel ,location beautiful and the staff super friendly and really helpful . Food was excellent . Definitely recommend this hotel .
Lynne, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Great place right on the river side.
Neil, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Had a lovely stay. Beautiful surrounding. Peaceful and quiet. The rooms are a little tired and could do with bed skirts around bed to minimize looking at an uncovered bottom mattress. At least this was our case in Willow. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful and kind. I loved the fact that people were able to bring their fur-buddies with them and it was very enjoyable to have them while having a drink in the cozy lounge. Thank you, thank you! A special thank you to Ellie and Karen as we left an Apple Watch behind they ensured we were noticed and made arrangements to pop it in the post to us in CA. Anita Jeffrey, Ojai, CA
Anita, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Linda, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Characterful hotel with lovely grounds
The Friars Carse has a lot of character, which we enjoyed. We especially liked the snooker room. The grounds and walk along the river were beautiful. The staff was very attentive and friendly. We enjoyed a three-course meal one evening in the dining room, which is nice for a little splurge. While we found the room itself to be of adequate size, it was very dusty. The headboards, side tables, and top of the wardrobe had loads of dust and pet hair, as if it hadn't been cleaned properly. One of our party has severe dog allergies (prone to hives and a constricted airway when exposed to dogs), so our biggest drawback was the amount of dogs at the hotel. It seems we stayed on a night with an exceptionally high volume of guests with dogs. When booking the hotel, we didn't see any promotion of this being a dog hotel, but did see a notice after booking that dogs are allowed everywhere except the main dining room. We respect and appreciate that dogs are part of many families, but it made the main lounge and bar unusable for us. This left us with the option to be in the dusty room, outside, or dining area - as the dogs eventually took over the snooker room as well. While we don't fault the hotel for this, it's worth noting for anyone with strong allergies.
James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic
Fantastic country house hotel/ castle Loved our stay
REBECCA, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Daniel, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent value for money
Catherine, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Andrew, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

C, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

well equipprd gor an over-nighter
Simon, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

Lovely staff (mostly) and superb restaurant set in superb grounds alongside the River Nith. Desperately needs investment from the owners to modernise the rooms. Poor pressure in shower.
James, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

This property is characterful and a difference to the mass market chain hotels. The staff were friendly and made you feel like a guest rather than just a number. The property decor is looking a bit tired and could do with some investment. Having said that it didn’t detract from the pleasure of our stay. This hotel will become my go to property when I’m staying in Dumfries or surrounding area. Good value for money and great Scottish breakfast. Well done. Totally recommend.
Ian, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Not given the room we booked
We booked a family room containing a double bed and single bed. Our room only had a double bed and there were no other available rooms so we had to wait 40 mins (after arriving late after a long day) while the lovely night manager arranged for a fold up bed. Hotel is generally ok but shoddy in areas
R G, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Shower Power - a complete joke !
1 main issue and a minor one, I was in the Larch room i think and needed to up early ... the shower power is a complete joke ! 1 minor issue ... the wifi power isnt far behind the shower power Its a bit dated in the hotel, some would say oldie-world
david, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful setting
This hotel is in a wonderful setting. It has the look of an old stately house and the grounds are great, especially the land that goes down to the river. Some parts of the hotel may look a little tired, but the staff were great and the food also very good.
BRIAN, 2-night trip
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