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North West Castle Hotel

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

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Building design
Fireplace
Banquet hall
Double or Twin Room (Loch View ) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Indoor pool

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Classic Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Double Room ( Loch View)

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

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Classic Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room

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

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double or Twin Room

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

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Family Quadruple Room (Classic) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Quadruple Room (Classic)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Family Triple Room (Classic) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Triple Room (Classic)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Double or Twin Room (Loch View ) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room (Loch View )

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

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double or Twin Room, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Double Room (Classic)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

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 - 0.4 miles
  • Castle of St John - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Castle Kennedy Gardens - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Cairnryan Port - 8 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal - 13 min drive - 8.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fig & Olive - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hong Kong City - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Harbour House Hotel - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Barista Coffee House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Crown - ‬11 min drive

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.

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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

  • 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.

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

Castle North West
North West Castle
North West Castle Hotel
North West Castle Hotel Stranraer
North West Castle Stranraer
North West Hotel
West Castle
North West Castle Hotel Hotel
North West Castle Hotel Stranraer
North West Castle Hotel Hotel Stranraer

Frequently asked questions

How close is North West Castle Hotel to the airport?

North West Castle Hotel is 55.4 mi (71-min drive) away from the Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does North West Castle Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at North West Castle Hotel.

How close is North West Castle Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 7.3 mi (16-min drive) from Ringdoo Sands and 10.2 mi (14-min drive) from Luce Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does North West Castle Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at North West Castle Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 13.00 per person. It's available every day from 8 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at North West Castle Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at North West Castle Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at North West Castle Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does North West Castle Hotel have a pool?

North West Castle Hotel features an indoor pool.

Does North West Castle Hotel have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like local cuisine and brunch.

Does North West Castle Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is North West Castle Hotel to downtown Stranraer?

North West Castle Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Stranraer.

Reviews

North West Castle Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 408 out of 813 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 266 out of 813 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 813 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 813 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 813 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jack

Business traveler
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were very friendly and helpful and food was really good. The hotel has lots original and charming features and good on site parking too.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Rita

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Our view was not a good view of the lovely area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just used this hotel as an overnight before the ferry. Very comfortable and helpful friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

A lovely stay, nice big room overlooking the bay, if a bit dated. Food in restaurant was excellent but the portion size was way too big, my husband and I couldn’t finish our meal, so on the second night we only had starters.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was my first visit to Stranraer. The hotel was really convenient for the train station, and the town centre.The staff were very welcoming and helpful. The room was very spacious and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Outside of the building looked run down, rooms where very dated and the mattress tog must of been very high as I was sweating all night. Couldn't see the TV from the bed as it was so small. Food was lovely though
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent from start to finish, every single member of staff was a credit to you. Lovely hotel, fantastic pool/Jacuzzi/sauna, great food and a lovely bar to sit and enjoy a few drinks. Booked this just to let us get to an early ferry easily but it genuinely added on a very valued and enjoyable night to our Holiday.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie, Abilene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was clean and the front desk staff was extremely pleasant. We enjoyed the restaurant cuisine and the game room downstairs.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was easy to find, large car park and friendly staff Centrally located meaning wvweything was in walking distance
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideally placed for us travelling by train. Very comfortable and welcoming. Good breakfast. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were only at this hotel for a very short time but our experience was good. We stayed in a family room which was very spacious for us and our two teenagers.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

JOHN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff extremely friendly, helpful and very hard working. Lots of lounges to sit in and a good choice of food in the restaurant reasonably priced all well decorated. Rooms are very clean but could do with a few touches like pictures on the walls and update the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Sam

Business traveler
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Feels as if the hotel is in need of TLC, but nobody wants to spend the money. The radiators may be switched off, but the pipework is still hot, so a summer's evening is very warm in the rooms. The bathroom glasses are plastic. The carpet has been around since Robert the Bruce's time. The toilet handle was hanging loose. Some of this can be easily fixed, some needs a bit more investment. If Stranraer had a Holiday Inn, it would be an instant preference.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ennis

Traveled with group
Staff very friendly and helpful. Food at breakfast and dinner was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

rebecca

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was full of dust tvs didn’t work and we very old Spoke to reception and they were not bothered about it at all Very grubby and unclean room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Superb breakfast Good to have other facilities such as snooker table. Large rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Carol

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

celine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Accueil chaleureux et sympathique, charmante chambre spacieuse et confortable, je suis venue plusieurs fois et je reviendrais...
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Joan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

NEC

My room was located in the Hotel Annex. The TV was poor quality and housed in a strange way on a coffee table. The Decor in the room was quite dated and the bathroom although functional was very tired. To me the annex which contained 3 bedrooms looked very much like staff accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent staff, very good dinner and cooked breakfast. After 4.5 hours drive up from Yorkshire The welcome was very good. Parts of the hotel are a little tired and need repainting and some refurb. But as a stopover before my ferry to Ireland: Good Thank You
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Joyce

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We only stayed for one night as we were catching the ferry the next morning. Lovely room, friendly, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025