Kings Arms Hotel

Rooms at The King's Arms are cosy and well kept, with breakfast included, which is ideal if you're heading out for an early tee time. Each bedroom is individually decorated and comes with an en suite shower, so you're not waiting around in the morning. You've got a good spread of room types for different group sizes, including singles, doubles, twins and family rooms with private bathrooms.

Food is one of the hotel's strong points for a golf break. The restaurant focuses on home-made dishes, cooked fresh, and it's an easy option when you've come off the course and want something reliable without a taxi ride. The bar is a comfortable spot for a post-round drink, with a range of options on draught and the kind of relaxed atmosphere golfers tend to appreciate.

If the weather behaves, there's an outdoor courtyard where you can eat or have a drink outside. More importantly, the practical facilities are geared towards golfers. There's an off-street private car park, which is handy if you're arriving with clubs in the boot, and a drying room for kit after a wet or windy day.

The hotel's central location in Castle Douglas also means you can stretch your legs in the evening without planning a journey. You're within walking distance of local pubs and shops, so non-golfers in the group have a few options too. Overall, it's a comfortable, golfer-aware base that prioritises the things that make a trip run smoothly.