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Craignelder Hotel, hotel in Stranraer

With picturesque views across Loch Ryan, this hotel is located in south-west Scotland, close to the ferry ports to Ireland. It has 2 spacious bars, free parking and free Wi-Fi.

Very friendly welcome and lovely clean rooms. Dinner in the restaurant was delicious!
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
609 reviews
Price from$142.99per night
The Royal Hotel, hotel in Stranraer

Located in town center of Stranraer, The Royal Hotel features a beer garden and bar. Stranraer train station is a 10-minute walk away and the Stena and P&O ports are located nearby.

Great Staff. Great location. Great Great Great value
8.9
Scored 8.9
Excellent
Rated excellent
553 reviews
Price from$80.82per night
North West Castle Hotel, hotel in Stranraer

Featuring its own curling ice rink and an indoor pool, North West Castle Hotel is located opposite Stranraer harbor, which serves as the main ferry port between Scotland and Ireland.

The rooms were big and spacious. Good for a family stay. We had the bungalow and it had a parking for free which was amazing. The toilet is nice and big and clean. Loved everything about the stay. Had a restaurant that served full course meal and was nice too, another plus point.
7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
1,861 reviews
Price from$116.38per night
Windsor house, hotel in Stranraer

Windsor house offers accommodations in Stranraer, a 10-minute walk from Stranraer Beach. Both free Wifi and parking on-site are accessible at the guest house free of charge.

All good , thank you
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
1,018 reviews
Price from$62.17per night
Lakeview Guest House, hotel in Stranraer

Ideally located on Stranraer seafront, overlooking Loch Ryan and just 5 minutes' walk from the town center and train station, this family-run guest house offers free Wi-Fi, ample, free, off-street...

Everything was excellent
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
1,013 reviews
Price from$93.25per night
The Swan Inn, hotel in Stranraer

The Swan Inn offers accommodations in Stranraer, a 1-minute walk from Stranraer Beach. This beachfront property offers access to darts, free private parking, and free Wifi.

The food downstairs was perfect for us and 2 young kids. Staff very helpful and kind when I asked about the egg fried rice and curry sauce! Was delicious! Would definitely stay again before our ferry. Left a daughter’s mobile and they contacted us promptly before we even realised. Perfect location for early morning ferry. Shower was amazing!!! Staff so friendly.
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
483 reviews
Price from$102.58per night
Harbour Lights Guesthouse, hotel in Stranraer

Offering beautiful views of Loch Ryan, Harbor Lights Guest house is located in Stranraer. Free WiFi access is available. Rooms at Harbor Lights Guest house are en suite with a shower.

Convenient and picturesque location. Close to restaurants. Host was accommodating.
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
431 reviews
Price from$85.79per night
The Thistle Inn, hotel in Stranraer

This friendly, family-run inn offers a mix of well-equipped rooms and en suite chalets. The Thistle Inn has a reputation for hospitality that brings back valued guests year after year.

The lovely welcome from Sandy. He made us very welcome. We went to the cenotaph to pay our respects and the pipes and drums where lovely. Stranraer is a lovely place.
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very Good
Rated very good
484 reviews
Price from$74.60per night
Thornbank House, hotel in Stranraer

A 8-minute walk from Stranraer Beach in Stranraer, Thornbank House offers accommodations with access to a hot tub, fitness room, and steam room.

Room was very comfortable and well appointed; TV needed a wee bit of attention but then worked perfectly (previous guest had been fiddling with it!); breakfast was one of the best cooked breakfasts I have enjoyed when staying away from home - freshly cooked to order and very tasty! A big 10/10 - eggselent!
9.8
Scored 9.8
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
370 reviews
Price from$133.97per night
47 Lochview, hotel in Stranraer

Offering a terrace, 47 Lochview offers accommodations in Stranraer. Guests may go for a swim in the heated pool. Outdoor dining is also possible at the campground.

8.9
Scored 8.9
Excellent
Rated excellent
67 reviews
Price from$95.12per night
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What Guests Said About Stranraer:

  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Stranraer is a ferry port with good bus links to Dumfries.

    Stranraer is a ferry port with good bus links to Dumfries. The tow, itself had a "sedate ' feel to it. Traffic was slow and polite. Lots of fish and chips shops. The central castle / tower house is the only place of interest and museum. Famous centre for curling with rink open in winter months.
    Siusaidh
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Absolutely highly recommend this beautiful stylish hotel,...

    Absolutely highly recommend this beautiful stylish hotel, very clean, great food with a warm welcome Excellent location on the sea front and lots of parking spaces. Beautiful reception area and staff were very welcoming and helpful. Room was very spacious with a small table and two chairs, large comfy bed and good facilities. Evening meal was lovely, very tasty and well presented with good choices; as was breakfast the next morning, absolutely perfect. The dining room is beautiful and set out nicely. The bars were both superb to have a drink and relax. Absolutely highly recommend this charming hotel, simply one of the best we have stayed in! We will definitely return!
    Bryan
  • 4.0
    Scored 4.0

    Stranraer is wet and windy and very rundown.

    Stranraer is wet and windy and very rundown. There is not a restaurant open past 9 o’clock. Very few takeaways and a Tesco’s and a Morrisons. There is nothing to do past 1730. Once the shops are closed our hotel we arrived at 2045 And the restaurant had already closed, there was no room service we had to go out in the pouring rain and wind to get a takeaway as they would not allow takeaway delivered to the hotel or to be eaten in hotel bar area which only one was open. We had to eat it in a room and it was cold by the time you got back so complete waste of money. This hotel is rundown and has been the same for the last 20 years. Last time we visited it. Stranraer was bustling, then as the port was in town. But no, there is only cairn Ryan you can leave from and it is 6 miles out of the village. All it’s good for is getting the ferry to Belfast.
    A
    Anonymous
  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    Firstly, ships no longer berth in Stranraer as your photo...

    Firstly, ships no longer berth in Stranraer as your photo depicts.Nothing wrong with Stranraer or the people who are very friendly, but industry and employment is desperately needed together with an improvement of the road network, in particular the 100 mile long A75. All thanks to the Scottish government who are spending the money on the capital City.
    Donald
    United Kingdom
  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    We were quite sad at how downtrodden Stranraer looked since...

    We were quite sad at how downtrodden Stranraer looked since we were there in 2019. It seems very little shops survived the pandemic and there is now very little to do. The buildings could do with a clean or a repaint. This once bustling town is a bit sorry for itself.
    Elaine
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Stranraer itself has become very shabby and rundown.

    Stranraer itself has become very shabby and rundown. However there are wonderful attractions all around it. Logan Botanic Garden was brilliant with a decent cafe. Portpatrick is a beautiful small village with lots of cliff walks while Sandhead has a fabulous beach. Castle Kennedy Gardens and Glenwhan Gardens are also nearby while Wigtown Book Town isn't too far away.
    Sarah
    United Kingdom

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Stranraer

  • From $93.25 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 963 reviews
    The owner was absolutely lovely and accommodated our early check-in as we had just driven two hours with two small children. There was a Park with a Cafe just across the street from the hotel, which was perfect when you have little ones that want to stretch their legs or go for a walk by the seaside. Very walkable to local restaurants or the grocery store. We would definitely stay here again or recommend it to anyone visiting the area. It was about a 15 minute drive to the ports as we were taking a ferry the next day so it was very convenient.
    Racheal
    United States of America
  • From $101.95 per night
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 353 reviews
    Perfect location for us as we were arriving in Scotland from the Belfast to Cairnryan ferry. We were greeted by the hostess at the door when we arrived, which was lovely. Parking was available on the street just outside the hotel, which was convenient. We ate at the Blue Peter hotel just up the hill. Great food but very quiet. Breakfast at the Corsewell arms was great, including haggis!
    Sandra
    United Kingdom
  • From $110.78 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,864 reviews
    The hotel has excellent facilities, with swimming pool gym and even curling. The restaurant was very good with good food and a beautiful and very grand room. The staff were pleasant. The room was a good size. The location is excellent (right opposite the road to the station, near the main bus stops and the town centre and also with free parking). The wifi worked well.
    Jonathan
    United Kingdom
  • From $62.17 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,018 reviews
    We were in room 6 which was a family room at the top of the building. (Not suitable for anyone with mobility issues) The room was lovely decorated and very clean, facilities very good, it was also very warm and comfortable bed... The house was quiet and we had a lovely stay, near city centre.
    EM 33
    United Kingdom
  • From $93.25 per night
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,013 reviews
    Luxurious rooms and a hearty home-cooked breakfast. Beautiful décor and comfy beds. Decanter of whiskey in you room! Views overlooking the bay and the park. Stranraer is a lovely town, with high street, good restaurants, free museum, and free castle to explore. Parking is free and abundant.
    Hall
    United States of America
  • From $93.25 per night
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,013 reviews
    The host is really nice and have a warm welcome with willingness to help me everything. The hostel and the room is super clean and great stay. The place is near by the park that have a fantastic view of the gulf and mountains. I wish I can go back again, if I have a chance.
    Cholthicha
    United Kingdom
  • From $142.99 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 609 reviews
    We had a very comfortable stay at the Craignelder Hotel. There was a high level of cleanliness throughout. Food, including breakfast and dinner are exceptional. Compliments to the chef! All staff were very friendly and helpful in providing us an excellent service.
    Anne
    United Kingdom
  • From $111.90 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 390 reviews
    We had a lovely view of the yard from this small, but comfortable upstairs room. It was nice being on a farm and the location was perfect for an early trip to the ferry. We had a quiet and peaceful nights sleep. Parking was free and near the entrance.
    Cyndy
    United States of America
  • From $85.79 per night
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 431 reviews
    The guesthouse was very much what we had been looking for for an overnight, passing through stay. Convenient location, welcoming and efficient hosts, good parking nearby. Breakfast was fine and the whole visit experience very positive. Thank you
    drs049
    United Kingdom
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 87 reviews
    Brilliant location if you have a car. Stranraer is a couple of miles away for food shopping, and south is some fabulous little towns like Portpatrick. The scenery was amazing, and the cottage is very near the Southern Uplands Way walking route.
    stephen
    United Kingdom
  • From $111.90 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 445 reviews
    Lovely clean apartment with great views over the harbour. Free parking close by is a plus too. Everything is provided for the stay including a nice big smart tv, we’d surely come back here if returning to this part of Scotland
    Charles
    United Kingdom
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 62 reviews
    Location was excellent. Nice walk to beach. Near enough everything we wanted to visit. Quiet location. Nice lodge, big enough for two adults and child. Suited us perfectly.
    A
    Anonymous
    United Kingdom
  • From $93.25 per night
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 506 reviews
    Great location and the owner was very friendly. Lovely breakfast. Stranraer is a nice town and a good place to stop over for the ferry to Belfast.
    Joseph
    United Kingdom
  • From $111.90 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 390 reviews
    Beautiful place, clean room, lovely staff, fantastic food, friendly people, amazing beaches, near to ferry to Ireland.
    Robert
    United Kingdom
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 4 reviews
    Absolutely stunning cottage and the welcome pack was great as well. Quiet location and easy to get to from Stranraer.
    John
    United Kingdom
  • From $110.78 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,864 reviews
    Large comfortable room. Excellent food in dining room. Pleasant staff. Good all round traditional style hotel.
    Douglas Hall
    United Kingdom
  • From $74.60 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 484 reviews
    Central location, has a parking space. Nice place to 'just crash' for a night. Many restaurants nearby.
    Erich Henrik
    Switzerland
  • From $80.82 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 553 reviews
    Room spotless. Staff couldn't be nicer. Parking nearby. Handy for ferry.
    E
    United Kingdom
  • From $93.25 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 963 reviews
    Good location, quiet and near town centre.
    Murdoch
    United Kingdom
  • From $62.17 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,018 reviews
    Great position for ferry port
    Neil & Kris
    United Kingdom

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