The Crown Hotel - Newton Stewart
54.953173, -4.481961
Overview
300-year-old hotel in Newton Stewart with on-site dining and access to Galloway Forest Park
Dining & Bar
The Crown Hotel Newton Stewart operates the recently refurbished Knights restaurant, which serves an a la carte menu with options for dietary restrictions. The Queen Street Bar & Restaurant features booth seats, two large TVs, a pool table, and hosts live acoustic music and a live band on Saturday evenings. The hotel also offers a diverse and affordable menu with choices like Stornoway black pudding stuffed chicken and sea bass with prawns.
Outdoor Activities
The Crown Hotel is a 10-minute drive from Wigtown Bay and a 30-minute drive from Loch Ken, with Galloway Forest Park and 7stanes mountain bike trails nearby. The hotel provides secure bicycle storage for biking enthusiasts and offers access to local fishing lochs for anglers. Guests can also enjoy billiards, darts, cycling, hiking, and golf courses in the surrounding Galloway countryside.
Pet-Friendly Policies
The Crown Hotel Newton Stewart welcomes dogs in all areas except bedrooms, making it a pet-friendly stop for travelers. The hotel features a designated smoking area and outdoor furniture, including a picnic area for guests with pets. Nearby walking routes through Galloway Forest Park provide opportunities for dog owners to explore the scenic surroundings.
Events & Functions
The Crown Hotel offers a function room that accommodates up to 120 guests for events such as family gatherings or business meetings. The hotel provides meeting and banquet facilities, along with services like fax/photocopying and private check-in/check-out. Attention to detail in event management ensures a smooth experience for groups, as noted by a party of 29 who pre-ordered and enjoyed a family meal.
Location & Surroundings
The Crown Hotel sits in Newton Stewart, Wigtownshire, in the heart of Dumfries and Galloway, with free parking and street parking available. The hotel is close to Wigtown Bay, Galloway Forest Park, and local attractions like the scenic Loch Ken, just a 30-minute drive away. Guests can access Sainsbury's, Aldi, and Co-op within walking distance for supplies, while the A75 provides easy route to Cairnryan ferry port.
- Dining: Knights restaurant with a la carte menu and dietary options
- Activities: Secure bicycle storage, access to 7stanes mountain bike trails
- Pet Policy: Dogs welcome in all areas except bedrooms
- Events: Function room for up to 120 guests
- Entertainment: Live music at Queen Street Bar & Restaurant on Saturdays
- Location: 10 min from Wigtown Bay, 30 min from Loch Ken
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
15 m²
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Room size:
25 m²
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Bed options:1 Single bed
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Room size:
39 m²
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Essential information about The Crown Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 78 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 800 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 91.2 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Glasgow Prestwick, PIK |
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