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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.
Stella
United Kingdom
Spacious room with lovely view over the loch. Good breakfast. Good value for money.
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
610 reviews
Price from$143.31per 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.
Steven
Norway
Great Staff. Great location. Great Great Great value
8.9
Scored 8.9
Excellent
Rated excellent
553 reviews
Price from$81per 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.
Mario
Kuwait
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
1,870 reviews
Price from$116.64per night
Briar Brae Bed & Breakfast
Stranraer
Brier Brae Bed & Breakfast is set in Stranraer on the sea front, with views over Loch Ryan. The property is located 5.6 mi from Portpatrick and 6.8 mi from the ferry port.
Kristine
United States of America
This is a comfortable old home on the water with lovely views. Brendan, our host, was helpful and available. He made us dinner reservations for the night of our arrival. The bed and pillows were comfortable. The shower worked very well with on demand hot water. We had two different breakfasts, both delicious. There’s a nice walking path out the front door along the water’s edge and less than a mile to town center. I highly recommend staying at Briar Brae.
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
508 reviews
Price from$93.46per night
Balyett Farmhouse B&B
Stranraer
Balyett Farmhouse B&B offers spectacular views of Lochryan and the countryside. Guests benefit from free parking and free WiFi. The rooms feature an en suite or private bathroom.
Mark
United Kingdom
Balyett is wonderfully located just outside Stranraer, off the road to Cairnryan. The room was extremely comfortable and I loved the bed; it was very soft (which I like) but may not be to everyone's taste. The bathroom was small but was modern and clean.
Lovely breakfast on one long table.
9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
390 reviews
Price from$112.15per night
The Swan Inn
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.
Sarah
United Kingdom
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
485 reviews
Price from$102.81per night
Quay Head View Aparthotel
Stranraer
Quay Head View Aparthotel offers accommodations in Stranraer. Portpatrick is 6 miles away. Free WiFi is offered. All units include a flat-screen TV. There is a seating and/or dining area in some...
Jennifer
Canada
Clean, comfortable, lots of room. Bathroom was amazing, just lots of space compared to many places we have stayed over the last week.
9.2
Scored 9.2
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
446 reviews
Price from$112.15per night
Cairnryan Heights 2 Bed caravan holiday home
Stranraer
Offering a terrace, Cairnryan Heights 2 Bed caravan holiday home offers accommodations in Stranraer. This property offers a heated pool, free Wifi, and free private parking.
paul
United States of America
The property had a nice homey feel and was decorated and inviting.
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very Good
Rated very good
32 reviews
Price from$164.18per night
Lakeview Guest House
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...
Richard
United Kingdom
Everything was excellent
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
1,013 reviews
Price from$93.46per night
Harbour Lights Guesthouse
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.
Teresa
United States of America
Convenient and picturesque location. Close to restaurants. Host was accommodating.
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
433 reviews
Price from$85.98per night
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8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 553 reviews
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What Guests Said About Stranraer:
- 8.0Scored 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.
SiusaidhUnited Kingdom - 10Scored 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 - 4.0Scored 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.AAnonymous - 6.0Scored 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.
DonaldUnited Kingdom - 6.0Scored 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.ElaineUnited Kingdom - 8.0Scored 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.SarahUnited Kingdom
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- From $93.46 per night8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 965 reviewsThe 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.
RachealUnited States of America - From $102.81 per night8.4Scored 8.4Very GoodRated very good· 485 reviewsGot what we needed for 1 night stay over, room great size and clean,only negative I booked room as it had food advertised so thought handy for elderly parent rather than going looking for dinner elsewhere, unfortunately we picked night that kitchen was closed but girl who showed us to room was lovely and recommended a place not far that we could drive and park near, all good would recommend and book again when next in area
AnnetteUnited Kingdom - 9.5Scored 9.5ExceptionalRated exceptional· 85 reviewsThe property was very nice, lean, and cozy. The location is very good if you come by car, otherwise is far to reach it from the bus routes. However, we loved it. Very nice views around, quiet and relaxing place. Good starting point if you want to explore the area around. There are beaches, botanical gardens, castles, and children's playgrounds nearby. We loved it and will be back someday. Thank you.
IvayloUnited Kingdom - 9.5Scored 9.5ExceptionalRated exceptional· 1,013 reviewsPerfect place to stay for visiting Stranraer & for catching ferries from the nearby Cairnryan. Lots of parking just across the road. Decent, clean room. Hosts Alan & Elaine were both very friendly & accommodating; I had to leave at an ungodly hour to catch an early morning ferry and they made sure a good continental breakfast was still offered. The little bottle of whiskey was a lovely touch too :)Katy YorkshireUnited Kingdom
- 9.2Scored 9.2WonderfulRated wonderful· 141 reviewsReally good stay in Portpatrick. Ian was a great host. The lodges are an ideal base for exploring the south west of Scotland. The lodges cater well for a family and provide the usual mod cons that will keep the kids happy. It’s an added bonus that they’re also dog friendly. Great views and is in a beautiful part of the world. I wouldn’t hesitate to book again.SimonUnited Kingdom
- From $112.15 per night9.1Scored 9.1WonderfulRated wonderful· 390 reviewsBalyett is wonderfully located just outside Stranraer, off the road to Cairnryan. The room was extremely comfortable and I loved the bed; it was very soft (which I like) but may not be to everyone's taste. The bathroom was small but was modern and clean. Lovely breakfast on one long table.MarkUnited Kingdom
- From $81 per night8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 553 reviewsSome 5star hotels I’ve done over the years could take a lesson from this hotel. Had to leave early for personal reasons but, welcoming, great locals in the communal bar, treated like a friend, can’t fault anything! Central location, cheery and fun. Top stuff!
EdwardUnited Kingdom - From $111.03 per night7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 1,870 reviewsEnjoyed our stay in the Hotel even . We cannot praise the staff enough they are all very friendly and welcoming. As for the food it was excellent, probably the best we have had when booking DBB in Scotland. We will definitely be back again.
John BradleyUnited Kingdom - From $112.15 per night9.2Scored 9.2WonderfulRated wonderful· 446 reviewsLovely 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
CharlesUnited Kingdom - 9.0Scored 9.0WonderfulRated wonderful· 43 reviewsWilma was really welcoming and helped with parking right by the door. My room was at the back of the building, quiet and private. The hotel location was easy to find and close to main routes for ferry.JanineUnited Kingdom
- From $134.27 per night9.8Scored 9.8ExceptionalRated exceptional· 372 reviewsThis is a very friendly hotel with excellent rooms and facilities. Great choice for breakfast and good value for money. Our room had a view over the sea. would definitely stay again.VinceUnited Kingdom
- 9.5Scored 9.5ExceptionalRated exceptional· 508 reviewsGreat 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.JosephUnited Kingdom
- From $112.15 per night9.1Scored 9.1WonderfulRated wonderful· 390 reviewsBeautiful place, clean room, lovely staff, fantastic food, friendly people, amazing beaches, near to ferry to Ireland.
RobertUnited Kingdom - From $74.76 per night8.3Scored 8.3Very GoodRated very good· 1,017 reviewsBooked room . When I arrived someone else was in room . So I have to book another hotel . Don’t trust these peopleiinderjitCanada
- From $74.77 per night8.1Scored 8.1Very GoodRated very good· 483 reviewsCentral location, has a parking space. Nice place to 'just crash' for a night. Many restaurants nearby.Erich HenrikSwitzerland
- From $134.27 per night9.8Scored 9.8ExceptionalRated exceptional· 372 reviewsEverything. Great location and near to ferry. Very friendly and helpful owners.dannyUnited Kingdom
- From $81 per night8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 553 reviewsRoom spotless. Staff couldn't be nicer. Parking nearby. Handy for ferry.EUnited Kingdom
- From $111.03 per night7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 1,870 reviewspet friendly, large room, plenty of parking, near ferryKatieUnited States of America
- From $95.33 per night8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 67 reviewsnear the sea chair in lounge comfortable
ValerieFrance - From $74.76 per night8.3Scored 8.3Very GoodRated very good· 1,017 reviewsthe location near the hospitalDDawnUnited Kingdom
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