Glenapp Castle - A Relais & Châteaux Hotel

Glenapp Castle is a luxury, award-winning, 5-Red Star Relais & Chateaux hotel, providing an intimate level of service, with genuine attention to detail. Nestled in stunning woodlands near Ballantrae, Ayrshire, historic Glenapp Castle was formerly the family seat of the Earl of Inchcape, and today it is widely celebrated as one of Scotland’s most prestigious boutique hotels. Its period interiors have been restored to showcase its stunning Scottish Baronial architecture with modern touches striking an elegant balance. Each of Glenapp's 17 bedrooms are individually and luxuriously styled with a unique combination of fabrics, furnishings, antiques and art. Our new 6000 sq. ft. Castle Penthouse apartment offers the very height of luxury. Our hotel is also renowned for its award-winning restaurant and culinary experiences, including a cookery school, private dining facilities, wine tasting and whisky tasting. The castle’s romantic towers and turrets and beautiful grounds have made our hotel a highly-sought after wedding venue with our specialist team on hand to provide first-class wedding services. Oak-panelled halls lead to the heart of the castle, offering stunning views out to sea and the famous volcanic outcrop of Ailsa Craig. MICE is another key part of our business, attracting business guests seeking sophisticated facilities for conferences, meetings and incentive travel programmes. We also offer sole use hire of the entire hotel for weddings, parties and corporate events. The hotel is a member of Pride of Britain and Luxury Scotland hotels. Our accolades include: Ayrshire Chamber of Commerce 'Excellence in Customer Service'​ Award 2016 Scottish Thistle Award for the 'Most Hospitable Hotel'​ for the West region 2016 Shortlisted for the Catey Award for Best Independent Hotel 2018 Owned by Paul & Poppy Szkiler, the castle is part of the Truestone Group.