The Ken Bridge Hotel & Campsite - New Galloway
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Family-run Georgian hotel & campsite with free river fishing and dark skies in New Galloway
Rooms & Accommodations
The Ken Bridge Hotel New Galloway offers ten en-suite bedrooms, including family rooms with private bathrooms and superior doubles with river views. The quadruple room provides space for groups, and all rooms feature walk-in showers. High-speed free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
Dining & Bar
The hotel houses two restaurants that serve evening meals made from locally sourced produce. The traditional bar stocks a selection of malt whiskies and offers a snack bar with special diet menus. Guests can also request packed lunches for day trips.
Outdoor Activities & Recreation
The Ken Bridge Hotel provides complimentary fishing access on its stretch of the River Ken. On-site water sport facilities include canoeing, windsurfing, and bicycle rental, while the games room has billiards and darts. Nearby Loch Ken offers additional watersports, and the Galloway Activity Centre runs outdoor programs.
Campsite Facilities
The adjacent riverside campsite at The Ken Bridge Hotel & Campsite features pitches with electric hookup, fresh water points, and a disposal station. Toilets and a shower are available, and the site offers picnic areas and a sun terrace. The campsite is located in a dark skies area, ideal for stargazing.
Family & Pet-Friendly Features
Family rooms accommodate groups, and the hotel provides board games and puzzles for children. The outdoor areas are pet-friendly, allowing dogs on the campsite and in certain hotel spaces. A designated smoking area and 24-hour security ensure a comfortable stay for all guests.
- Location: Riverside on the River Ken, 20 min from Castle Douglas
- Rooms: 10 en-suite bedrooms with river views and family options
- Dining: Two restaurants with local produce and a traditional bar with malt whiskies
- Activities: Free fishing, water sports, bicycle rental, games room with billiards and darts
- Campsite: Riverside pitches with electric hookup, dark skies for stargazing
- Family: Family rooms, board games, pet-friendly outdoor areas
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
12 m²
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Room size:
16 m²
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Room size:
16 m²
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Snack bar
Paid airport shuttle
Flat-screen TV
Sports & Fitness
- Wind surfing
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Billiard tables
- Darts
- Fishing
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Board games
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Beach umbrellas
- Aqua park
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Heating
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about The Ken Bridge Hotel & Campsite
| 💵 Lowest room price | 87 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 900 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 64.0 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Glasgow Prestwick, PIK |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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