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Glenapp Castle Christmas Package 2026
Ayrshire, Scotland
At a Glance
- 3-night package from £5,745 per room (based on 2 people)
- Includes all meals and activities
Glenapp Castle, an award-winning, five-star retreat on the Ayrshire coast, is a sanctuary of timeless elegance. Step into a world of Victorian grandeur, where period furnishings and sumptuous interiors meet breath-taking gardens, woodlands and seascapes.
From the moment you arrive, the castle enchants. Oak-panelled halls open onto vistas of the sea and the iconic volcanic outcrop of Ailsa Craig, offering a picture-perfect backdrop for a truly memorable festive escape.
With twinkling fairy lights, the comforting glow of a roaring fire in the Drawing Room, and a beautifully dressed Christmas tree, step into a world of festive enchantment.
Nowhere captures the magic of the season quite like Glenapp Castle, where timeless luxury meets Christmas cheer and every moment feels truly magical.
Julie enjoyed her stay in 2025...
This castle is beautiful. The Christmas package was fun and luxurious. The food was delicious and our room was gorgeous. All of the staff were very helpful and kind. The owners were present and interacting with the guests. The tour of the property was engaging and educational. I'd love to return in the summer when the garden is blooming.
Julie, USA
What it Includes...
Christmas Eve
- Begin your stay with an exquisite Champagne afternoon tea in the Castle Drawing Room, accompanied by the gentle melodies of the resident pianist on the baby grand. Unwind by the roaring fire or explore the gardens and estate at your leisure;
- In the evening, gather for a Christmas cocktail before a leisurely three-course dinner, accompanied by the angelic sounds of the Glenapp harpist. Transport to the watchnight service at the local Ballantrae Parish Church is also available.
Christmas Day
- Celebrate a Merry Christmas with a leisurely full Scottish breakfast, and keep an eye open for Santa - he likes to drop by!
- Spend the morning exchanging gifts, enjoying homemade mince pies, and sipping mulled wine by the fire or be mesmerised by an interactive falconry display, where majestic birds of prey swoop gracefully onto your gloved hand;
- Toast the festivities with Champagne and canapés before indulging in a four-course Christmas lunch, crafted from the finest Ayrshire produce by Glenapp's Executive Chef and culinary team;
- After lunch, take invigorating walks along the coast, through the glen, or across the estate;
- Conclude the day with a delightful evening buffet, followed by entertainment and traditional family games.
Boxing Day
- Enjoy another traditional Scottish breakfast before an action-filled morning of clay-pigeon shooting, archery and treasure hunts on the castle estate;
- A light lunch will be served, accompanied by the Glenapp harpist, with the afternoon free to explore the estate or nearby attractions;
- Indulge in a special Boxing Day cocktail followed by a sumptuous three-course dinner, then don your dancing shoes and join the Scottish celebrations with a traditional ceilidh band, accompanied by Scottish highland dancers to keep your toes tapping all night.
27 December
- Savour one final Glenapp Scottish breakfast before bidding a fond farewell...Haste Ye Back!
What it Costs...
Don't miss out - Jus three rooms left!
Garden View Suite: £5,745 1 room left
Grand Garden View Suite: £6,915 1 room left
Grand Sea View Suite: £7,135 (fully booked)
Junior Suite £7,865 1 room left
Master Suite with Sea View: £9,345 (fully booked)
Castle Penthouse Suite (two bedrooms/four guests): £18,885 (fully booked)
Castle Penthouse Suite (four bedrooms/eight guests): £34,635 (fully booked)
The above prices are per room, for the full three-night package, based on two guests sharing a room, unless otherwise specified.
Children are warmly welcomed at Glenapp Castle. Select suites offer sofa-beds in adjoining lounges, and most rooms can accommodate extra beds. Children's menus are available.
Children up to 5 years: Complimentary
Children 5 – 15: £295 per night
Children 16 years and over: half room rates
Rates are based on children sharing with adults.
Extend your festive getaway - Dinner's on the Castle!
Make your Christmas celebration last even longer by staying an extra night, either before or after your package. Enjoy the usual bed and breakfast rates, along with a complimentary three-course gourmet dinner, for an added touch of Glenapp magic.
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Our Experts Say
Glenapp Castle is a fairytale Scottish castle hotel, hidden on the beautiful Ayrshire coast in Ballantrae, Scotland. Imagine exquisite rooms and outstanding cuisine. Perfect for rest and relaxation. The luxurious, award-winning five star hotel provides an intimate level of service, with genuine attention to detail. It has great beauty in its period furnishings and interiors and through the breath-taking gardens, forest and the seascapes that surround that castle.
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