Stay at Queensberry Arms Hotel in Kirkconnel. Enjoy 4.2 stars, LGBTQ+ friendly amenities, and explore nearby attractions like Drumlanrig Castle and Crawick Multiverse.
Guests appreciate the warm hospitality, spotless rooms, and great food, making this a welcoming spot particularly for those travelling with dogs.
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Located at 71 72Main Street in Kirkconnel, the Queensberry Arms Hotel offers a rural setting that is well suited for visitors interested in sightseeing and local recreation. The property has a relaxed, friendly atmosphere, with a focus on welcoming all guests, including those from the LGBTQ+ community, as well as pet owners who appreciate its dog-friendly approach.
The hotel features a small number of rooms with shared bathroom facilities, which guests have found clean and comfortable. Amenities such as kettles, complimentary water, and hairdryers are provided in the rooms. Although the accommodations are simple, guests frequently praise the quality of the home-cooked food served, highlighting the breakfast offerings and the welcoming service from the owners and staff.
Queensberry Arms serves as a convenient base for exploring nearby attractions such as Drumlanrig Castle & Gardens and the Crawick Multiverse, both within easy reach. Its location is also practical for visitors attending events at Ayr Races or The Open at Royal Troon, located less than an hour’s drive away. Nearby airports include Glasgow Prestwick Airport, Glasgow Airport, and Edinburgh Airport, with travel times by car ranging from under an hour to around 1.5 hours.
Visitors seeking a quiet, small-scale hotel with a local pub atmosphere will find this property appealing. Many reviews reflect positive experiences with the warm hospitality, convivial bar scene, and relaxed environment. While some guests note the lack of ensuite rooms and minor suggestions for additional bathroom amenities, the overall value and welcoming character of the hotel are commonly mentioned.
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Had a great stay here. We were going to the Sanquhar Common Riding so it was very convenient with easy parking. The rooms were spotless with comfortable beds and all the extras like kettles, water, hairdryers etc. Martin and his wife were so friendly and the food was delicious. Buddy the dog was a great asset too. On our last night we had drinks outside in the sunshine with some lovely locals. Couldn't fault it and if we visit next year that's where we'll be staying. Great value for money.
Stayed here with a friend whilst attending Ayr Races and The Open at Royal Troon, both less than an hour's drive away from Kirkconell. Martin and Elma are great hosts and couldn't make you feel more welcome as did the locals in the hotel bar!, in fact after by the end of our 3 night stay - and I hope it's not presumptuous to say so - we felt like honourary locals! such was the quality banter to be had in the evenings, particularly watching the Euro 2024 Final!! Elma's cooking is superb, particular mention of her superb porridge and scrambled eggs at breakfast! The location is lovely and quiet and although the rooms are not ensuite, with only four at the property there was never any issues sharing the 2 bathrooms and one extra separate toilet. I would just suggest some paper towels be available in the separate toilet and also some door hooks for towels in the two bathrooms. Would definitely stay again and hope to do so when The Open is at Turnberry in 2027! Wish Martin and Elma continued success with the business going forward and thanks for making myself and Keith so welcome, our stay was definitely the most memorable part of our sporting road trip in the best of ways!
What a fantastic overnight, Martin and his wife were so down to earth and friendly, we had our two dogs and wondered at times if they were the ones paying the bill, so much was the attention and service they received. Wonderful accommodation, everything thought though nicely, our boys were welcome at breakfast. Breakfast was so good we had nothing until evening time. Simply fabulous, thank you so much.
A lovely nights’ stay. Thoroughly clean rooms, very welcoming, dog-friendly owners. Excellent breakfast and coffee - in fact the the best we had during our week long tour in Scotland. Definitely recommend.
Food was great and the people running the place were super friendly. We were on a cycling trip and there was a place to keep our bikes safe
Called in for a meal hear and wasn't disappointed,with decent menu and friendly staff what more can you ask for
What a great local pub, owners were really friendly, allow dogs and even bring biscuits for them. The food served was good quality and home cooked. Really made to feel welcome and would recommend a visit.
Staff very helpful and the room was great for the price. We were also allowed to have our dog with us, which was Great.
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