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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.

Excellent location downtown. Good jumping off point for exploring the area. And the guy that runs the place (I never did get his name) was really helpful with suggestions for places to see.
8.9
Scored 8.9
Excellent
Rated excellent
554 reviews
Price from$81.21per night
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.

Spacious room with lovely view over the loch. Good breakfast. Good value for money.
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
611 reviews
Price from$143.68per 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.

staff were friendly and helpful
7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
1,896 reviews
Price from$111.32per night
Briar Brae Bed & Breakfast, hotel in 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.

Friendly owner. Nice location. Lovely breakfast. Value for money.
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
516 reviews
Price from$93.70per 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
443 reviews
Price from$86.21per night
Quay Head View Aparthotel, hotel in 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...

Location Facilities Helpful staff let us leave bikes there
9.3
Scored 9.3
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
449 reviews
Price from$112.44per 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
374 reviews
Price from$134.62per 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
1,026 reviews
Price from$93.70per night
Balyett Farmhouse B&B, hotel in 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.

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.
9.2
Scored 9.2
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
394 reviews
Price from$112.44per night
Corsewall Arms Guest House, hotel in Stranraer

Featuring a terrace, Corsewall Arms Guest House offers accommodations in Stranraer.

The room was large, clean and well supplied. Large windows onto a quiet country scene. Homemade cookies with the tea and coffee service was a fun touch. Breakfast was varied and well done. Our hostess, attentive and super kind. We arrived very late due to a vehicle break down. No problem, the keys were in a lock box and we let ourselves in. Oh, and the king sized bed was 5 star!
9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
357 reviews
Price from$112.44per 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

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  • From $86.21 per night
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 443 reviews
    Breakfast was well prepared, tasty & great value. Room & en-suite had everything we required & accommodations was well organised. Hosts - Colin & Norma were friendly, informative but also discreet in their manner. It was a pleasure to spend the one night there on our way to a wedding near Dublin. It was an ideal location under 10 minutes away from ferry port. Would highly recommend to anyone coming to the area & would stay again if going back to Ireland.
    Donald
    United Kingdom
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 516 reviews
    Brendan and Nicola made us very welcome. We were given the Loch Ryan view room, which was vacant for two of our nights stay. This really made our stay special,as the room has lovely views. The breakfasts were tasty, I recommend trying the Mexican Eggs. The area around the Galloway Peninsula was stunning. So quiet, near empty beaches, free carparks. Certainly a place to return too.
    Sue and Roger
    United Kingdom
  • From $143.68 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 611 reviews
    Room small, bathroom very cold no heater. Radiator in room needed bled reported to staff had no one that could repair it, after reporting a second time we were given a electric heater. Staff did not let us know how the outside door worked to let us in and we had to stand outside for nearly 15 minutes before anyone came, on a cold evening
    Martha
    United Kingdom
  • From $74.95 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,023 reviews
    The location was excellent for our early Ferry trip to Belfast. The rooms were very nice, clean with excellent bath and shower facilities. Parking was easy on the street nearby and the instructions for entering and obtaining the room keys worked well. Overall, a very pleasant place and the price was excellent.
    Charles
    United States of America
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,026 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 $124.93 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 394 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
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 88 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
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,026 reviews
    A warm friendly and courteous welcome and lovely service. Spotless property including an excellent bedroom. Nicely cooked breakfast including cereal and toast. Handy location to the town centre and also for walks nearby around the harbour.
    Doug
    United Kingdom
  • From $148.67 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 449 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
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 43 reviews
    Wilma 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.
    Janine
    United Kingdom
  • From $111.32 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,897 reviews
    Quick check in and room had windows open for fresh air. Dinner was served quickly and staff were excellent. Breakfast was good and I would definitely recommend North West Castle Hotel
    Rayma
    United Kingdom
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 374 reviews
    This 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.
    Vince
    United Kingdom
  • From $103.07 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 485 reviews
    Nicely decorated room with a good bathroom. Most seemed clean. Good location with food options nearby and close to Cairnryan ferry. Can self-check out really early which was useful.
    Michael
    United Kingdom
  • From $74.96 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 486 reviews
    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.
    Franny.
    United Kingdom
  • From $214.58 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 32 reviews
    very clean and well equipped. Host Annemarie was easy to contact. Very quiet and fairly near amenities. Would not normally look at mobile home but is a good option.
    Jane
    Ireland
  • From $111.32 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,897 reviews
    Hotel had a Curling rink, we arrived on a competition weekend and was able to sit in the bar and watch.......great! On the whole the staff were friendly.
    Mark
    United Kingdom
  • From $124.93 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 394 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 $93.70 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 970 reviews
    Good central location next to the beach and yet near the town centre, and the host Emma was very helpful and friendly
    Amer
    United Kingdom
  • From $74.95 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,023 reviews
    Great position for ferry port
    Neil & Kris
    United Kingdom

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