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North West Castle Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star eco-certified hotel with 2 restaurants

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Classic architecture with a central entrance, flanked by columns and potted plants.
Cozy up by the fireplace in this traditional room, featuring two comfortable armchairs and a table for two.
Swimmers can enjoy a refreshing dip in the rectangular pool surrounded by a patterned tile design.
Formal dining room with round tables, white tablecloths, and silver centerpieces, set amidst a classic design.
Relax in comfort with a large bed, bedside tables, and a chair by the window.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym

Explore the area

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Port Rodie, Stranraer, Scotland, DG9 8EH
  • Castle Kennedy Gardens
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Cairnryan Port
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Twin Room

Relax in a classic room with two single beds, a desk, and a flat-screen TV.

Classic Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Double Room ( Loch View)

Enjoy a restful stay in this cozy room with a large bed, bedside lamps, and a small table.

Family Double Room ( Loch View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Relax in comfort with a large bed, two armchairs, and a small table.

Classic Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Two single beds with matching headboards and footboards, adorned with floral-patterned pillows and beige quilts, create a peaceful ambiance.

Classic Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room (Classic)

Two single beds with matching headboards and footboards, a desk, and a television are featured in this well-appointed room.

Family Quadruple Room (Classic)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Two single beds with white bedspreads and matching runners, flanked by nightstands with lamps.

Family Triple Room (Classic)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double or Twin Room (Loch View )

Relax in comfort with a large bed, bedside tables, and a chair by the window.

Double or Twin Room (Loch View )

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Enjoy a restful stay in this cozy room with a large bed, bedside lamps, and a small table.

Twin Room (Loch View Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Classic Double or Twin Room, Accessible

Relax in a classic room with a neatly made bed, wooden desk, and comfortable armchairs.

Classic Double or Twin Room, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Double Room (Classic)

Cozy retreat with a neatly made bed, wall-mounted lamps, and a floral-patterned wall.

Family Double Room (Classic)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

About the area

Stranraer

Close to the beach.Your stay at this Stranraer hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Stranraer Museum and Castle of St John. Also, Mull of Galloway Trail - North is within half a mile (1 km) and Castle Kennedy Gardens is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Stranraer Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Castle of St John - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Castle Kennedy Gardens - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Cairnryan Port - 8 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal - 13 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

  • Stranraer Station - 5 min walk
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hong Kong City - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Henrys Bay House Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bar Pazz - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Custom House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starfish Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

North West Castle Hotel

3-star eco-certified hotel with 2 restaurants
As a guest of North West Castle Hotel, you'll find an indoor pool, a hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness center. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An arcade/game room, gift shops/newsstands, and a garden are also featured at the eco-certified North West Castle Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Stranraer hotel is smoke free.

  • 73 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
North West Castle Hotel offers 73 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and bathrobes. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Stranraer hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 13 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 13.00 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

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North West Castle Hotel Stranraer
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North West Castle Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 393 out of 767 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 247 out of 767 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 767 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 767 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 767 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

North West Castle Hotel

Lovely clean room, we had dinner in the hotel which was excellent as was breakfast the following morning. The hotel is a little old fashioned & dated but we really enjoyed our stay and couldn’t fault anything. Didn’t have time to use the facilities but the swimming pool looked very good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked all the local products showcased around Hotel. A little disappointed in evening meal but all staff very efficient and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
very friendly and helpful staff. rooms could do with updating and soundproofing. dog was very welcome
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Debra Carol

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

VICTORIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice stay .. comfy beds ... pillows are a bit soft. The rooms were clean but dated. It's an old hotel so it is not unexpected. Staff are awesome and the breakfast was great. Over all i would recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Nicola

Business traveller
Disliked: Room comfort

Noise in early hours!

There was no pool that I was aware. I complained directly by email to the hotel because of noise throughout the early hours of the morning, coming from the Morrisons supermarket next door.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel to stay in for our
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenneen, Quesnel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very unique and traditional style There’s a lot of history to the once house and now hotel. The dining area is spectacular. The pub is loaded with atmosphere We loved the walk by the water and through town
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very comfortable stay . Great location.

This is a really lovely traditional hotel . All the staff are really friendly & at the same time very professional. Yes, it’s a bit old fashioned but I really like this about the hotel . I love its traditional values. A very comfortable stay & a delicious dinner in a beautiful dining room. Great service .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

hotel requires some TLC

The rooms were very drab, could be doing with a lick of paint, and the furniture was dark and ancient, we were in room 73 which had a dismal view. The beds were very comfortable.The walls are paper thin, could hear everything, was kept awake one night and the people in the next room were only having a conversation. The Scottish breakfast tasted as though it was reheated,however, there was plenty of other choices available. I asked for two slices of toast and poached eggs one morning, and the waitress brought one slice. I advised the waitress that I had requested two, she replied rather impatiently I could make one at the machine, however, she then brought me one. The bar was reasonably priced, and Mo the barman was very pleasant and helpful, as were the others. It would have been good if there was cocktails on offer, and maybe some nuts or crisps for sale at the bar. The staff always had a friendly smile.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

J

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needs a good update. But other than that its a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Booked for convenience to ferry. Staff absolutely lovely couldnt do enough for you. Although a tad dated hotel was spotless pool and hot tub very good. Rooms clean beds so comfy room warm. Reception staff pleasant and efficient. Ample parking over all a very good choice of hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It would have been convenient to have a shower bathroom fan, and shower shelf for soap & shampoo
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overnight stay to meet a friend

One night stay to meet a friend. Hotel was recommended by her & didn’t disappoint. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Lovely room but poor bed.

Hotel was lovely and clean with spacious areas and rooms. Two negatives unfortunately. The bed was very creaky and uncomfortable and the evening meal was only Luke warm which spoilt the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Gregory John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Older historical hotel that needs a refresh.

The history and location of this hotel is pretty cool, but I don’t think I would book here again. It is/was a lovely hotel, but it is in serious need of some upgrades. My chief complaint is that the beds are rock hard. Everything else I could overlook, but that was a tough night’s sleep. The food is ok, the views are lovely and the staff is all very lovely. Having an elevator was useful, but it was honestly a little scary, and had a musty smell.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Desmond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Great hotel and staff. Enjoyed the meals. I love the grandeur of the old hotels.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Although the hotel is clean it has certainly seen its day it requires a serious overhaul and upgrade
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025