# Hotels & B&Bs near Newton Stewart — Where to Stay > Handpicked hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in Newton Stewart. Compare ratings, prices and locations, then check availability on Booking.com. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/hotels (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. 9 handpicked places to stay [Guide](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart) [🏨 Hotels](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/hotels) [🏡 Cottages](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/cottages) [⛺ Camping](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/camping) [🎟️ Attractions](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/attractions) [🍽️ Restaurants](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/restaurants) Newton Stewart works well as a low-key base for exploring Galloway, with accommodation generally quieter and better value than better-known Scottish tourist towns. Expect traditional country hotels and inns rather than big chains, plus a good spread of B&Bs in the town itself and self-catering cottages scattered through the surrounding hills and along the Cree valley. Creebridge, just over the river from the main town, has a long-standing country house hotel that makes a comfortable base for walkers and anglers. Booking ahead is wise during the Wigtown Book Festival in late September, when accommodation across the wider area fills up quickly, and in summer when forest park visitor numbers peak. Outside those periods, availability is generally good and prices stay reasonable. A car is genuinely useful here: while the town centre is walkable, the best of the surrounding area, from Glen Trool to the Machars coast, is spread out and lightly served by public transport, so staying centrally in Newton Stewart still means driving out most days. Updated 31 August 2026 · Ratings from Google; [how we list](https://staycation.co.uk/about#how-we-list) We list **10** hotels and B&Bs in Newton Stewart. 9 have a Google rating, averaging 4.6/5. ## Best for [Families 5](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/hotels/family-friendly) ## Most recommended hotels and B&Bs in Newton Stewart Ranked by Google rating weighted by the number of reviews (4.3+ from at least 15 reviews). - [1 The Steam Packet Inn ★ 4.6 · 868 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/hotels/the-steam-packet-inn) - [2 Creebridge House Hotel ★ 4.6 · 591 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/hotels/creebridge-house-hotel) - [3 The Crown Hotel ★ 4.4 · 484 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/hotels/the-crown-hotel) - [4 The Bladnoch Inn ★ 4.4 · 310 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/hotels/the-bladnoch-inn) - [5 Black Horse Hotel ★ 4.5 · 162 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/hotels/black-horse-hotel) - [6 Barholm Accommodation ★ 4.9 · 99 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/hotels/barholm-accommodation) - [7 Stables Guest House ★ 4.9 · 54 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/hotels/stables-guest-house) ## [Creebridge House Hotel](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/hotels/creebridge-house-hotel) Hotel · Minnigaff, Newton Stewart A former country house in Minnigaff, just over the river from Newton Stewart, with Galloway Forest Park on its doorstep. [Read more about Creebridge House Hotel](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/hotels/creebridge-house-hotel) [Check availability at Creebridge House Hotel on Booking.com](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DCreebridge%2520House%2520Hotel%252C%2520Newton%2520Stewart%252C%2520United%2520Kingdom) ## [Stables Guest House](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/hotels/stables-guest-house) Guest Accommodation · Corsbie Road, Newton Stewart Guest house on Corsbie Road in Newton Stewart offering breakfast and packed lunches, handy for walkers heading into Galloway Forest Park. [Read more about Stables Guest House](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/hotels/stables-guest-house) [Check availability at Stables Guest House on Booking.com](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DStables%2520Guest%2520House%252C%2520Newton%2520Stewart%252C%2520United%2520Kingdom) ## [Black Horse Hotel](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/hotels/black-horse-hotel) Hotel · 66 Queen Street, Newton Stewart Nine-room Black Horse Hotel on Queen Street in Newton Stewart offers a bar, restaurant and free parking close to Galloway Forest Park. [Read more about Black Horse Hotel](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/hotels/black-horse-hotel) [Check availability at Black Horse Hotel on Booking.com](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DBlack%2520Horse%2520Hotel%252C%2520Newton%2520Stewart%252C%2520United%2520Kingdom) ## [Bruce Hotel](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/hotels/bruce-hotel) B&B · 88 Queen Street, Newton Stewart A no-frills B&B on Queen Street in Newton Stewart, Dumfries and Galloway, handy for golf, fishing and walking country nearby. [Read more about Bruce Hotel](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/hotels/bruce-hotel) [Check availability at Bruce Hotel on Booking.com](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DBruce%2520Hotel%252C%2520Newton%2520Stewart%252C%2520United%2520Kingdom) ## [The Crown Hotel](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/hotels/the-crown-hotel) Hotel · 102 Queen Street, Newton Stewart A straightforward base for exploring Galloway Forest Park, this Newton Stewart hotel suits walkers, cyclists and families travelling with pets. [Read more about The Crown Hotel](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/hotels/the-crown-hotel) [Check availability at The Crown Hotel on Booking.com](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DThe%2520Crown%2520Hotel%252C%2520Newton%2520Stewart%252C%2520United%2520Kingdom) ## [Barholm Accommodation](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/hotels/barholm-accommodation) B&B · St John Street, Newton Stewart A relaxed B&B on St John Street in Newton Stewart, well suited to walkers, cyclists and anglers exploring Dumfries and Galloway. [Read more about Barholm Accommodation](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/hotels/barholm-accommodation) [Check availability at Barholm Accommodation on Booking.com](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DBarholm%2520Accommodation%252C%2520Newton%2520Stewart%252C%2520United%2520Kingdom) ## [Craigmount](https://staycation.co.uk/wigtown/hotels/craigmount) B&B · High Street, Wigtown · 6.6 miles away A High Street B&B in Wigtown, Scotland's book town, handy for the Solway Firth and Galloway Forest Park. [Read more about Craigmount](https://staycation.co.uk/wigtown/hotels/craigmount) [Check availability at Craigmount on Booking.com](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DCraigmount%252C%2520Wigtown%252C%2520United%2520Kingdom) ## [Hillcrest House](https://staycation.co.uk/wigtown/hotels/hillcrest-house) Guest Accommodation · Maidland Place, Wigtown · 6.8 miles away Guest accommodation on Maidland Place in Wigtown, Scotland's Book Town, with coastal walks and countryside close by. [Read more about Hillcrest House](https://staycation.co.uk/wigtown/hotels/hillcrest-house) [Check availability at Hillcrest House on Booking.com](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DHillcrest%2520House%252C%2520Wigtown%252C%2520United%2520Kingdom) ## [The Bladnoch Inn](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/hotels/the-bladnoch-inn) Hotel · Bladnoch Wigtown, Newton Stewart Small five-room inn near Newton Stewart, handy for exploring Galloway Forest Park, with free parking and a garden bar. [Read more about The Bladnoch Inn](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/hotels/the-bladnoch-inn) [Check availability at The Bladnoch Inn on Booking.com](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DThe%2520Bladnoch%2520Inn%252C%2520Newton%2520Stewart%252C%2520United%2520Kingdom) [See every hotel in Newton Stewart on Booking.com](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DNewton%2BStewart%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) ## Things to do in Newton Stewart The best-reviewed of 5 we list · [see them all](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/attractions) [Galloway Forest Park ★ 4.8 · 1,913 reviews Discover stunning woodland walks and abundant nature in this vast Scottish forest, perfect for active families seeking outdoor adventures amid breathtaking Highland scenery.](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/attractions/galloway-forest-park) [Red Deer Range Trail ★ 4.7 · 1,150 reviews Explore this scenic woodland walking trail near Clatteringshaws where families can spot wild red deer in their natural habitat, with parking and snacks available though facilities are limited.](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/attractions/red-deer-range-trail) [Gem Rock Museum ★ 4.7 · 1,052 reviews Discover sparkling minerals and precious stones at this wheelchair-accessible museum in Creetown, where families can explore geological wonders before enjoying refreshments at the onsite restaurant.](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/attractions/gem-rock-museum) ## Where to eat in Newton Stewart The best-reviewed of 15 we list · [see them all](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/restaurants) [Glentrool Visitors Centre ★ 4.6 · 700 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/restaurants/glentrool-visitors-centre) [Brew Ha Ha ★ 4.7 · 506 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/restaurants/brew-ha-ha) [Oakhill Cafe & Deli ★ 4.8 · 426 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/restaurants/oakhill-cafe-deli) [The Riverbank Restaurant ★ 4.7 · 397 reviews](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/restaurants/the-riverbank-restaurant) ## Other places to stay in Newton Stewart ### [18 campsites →](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/camping) - [Conifer Lodges](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/camping/conifer-lodges) ★ 4.7 (474) - [Garlieston Caravan and Motorhome Club Site](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/camping/garlieston-caravan-and-motorhome-club-site) ★ 4.7 (471) - [Balloch O'Dee Campsite](https://staycation.co.uk/newton-stewart/camping/balloch-o-dee-campsite) ★ 4.8 (350) ## Nearby towns [All of Dumfries and Galloway](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries-galloway/hotels) [Dumfries 34](https://staycation.co.uk/dumfries/hotels) [Stranraer 17](https://staycation.co.uk/stranraer/hotels) [Castle Douglas 14](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/hotels) [Moffat 13](https://staycation.co.uk/moffat/hotels) [Lockerbie 10](https://staycation.co.uk/lockerbie/hotels) [Gretna 9](https://staycation.co.uk/gretna/hotels) [Kirkcudbright 8](https://staycation.co.uk/kirkcudbright/hotels) [Dalbeattie 7](https://staycation.co.uk/dalbeattie/hotels) ## Quick answers How many hotels and B&Bs are there in Newton Stewart?+ We list 10 hotels and B&Bs in Newton Stewart. 9 of them have a Google rating, averaging 4.6 out of 5. What are the most recommended hotels and B&Bs in Newton Stewart?+ Weighing Google rating against the number of reviews, the most recommended are The Steam Packet Inn (4.6/5 from 868 reviews), Creebridge House Hotel (4.6/5 from 591 reviews) and The Crown Hotel (4.4/5 from 484 reviews). Are there family-friendly hotels in Newton Stewart?+ Yes. We list 5 in Newton Stewart, including The Steam Packet Inn, Creebridge House Hotel and The Crown Hotel. 🏨 Know a hotel / b&b in Newton Stewart that's missing? Run one yourself or know a good one? Suggest it and we'll review it for the site. Listings are free. [Add a hotel / b&b](https://staycation.co.uk/add-listing?type=hotel&destination=Newton+Stewart)