The Harbour House Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star beach B&B with restaurant

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A coastal town with a clear beach, a rocky shoreline, and a lighthouse in the distance.
A restaurant with a view of the sea and rocky landscape.
A view through a window with a clear ocean and rocky coastline.
Exterior
The Harbour House Hotel with outdoor seating and a signboard.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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53 MAIN STREET, Stranraer, Scotland, DG9 8JW
  • Place, Dunskey Garden
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, beach near Maidenhead Bay
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, beach near Moor Plantation
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Family Room

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 68 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room, Sea View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Stranraer

Seaside stay .You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Dunskey Garden and 9 miles (15 km) of Castle of St John with a stay here. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Stranraer Museum and Mull of Galloway Trail - North.

What's nearby

  • Dunskey Garden - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • beach near Maidenhead Bay - 12 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • beach near Moor Plantation - 12 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal - 28 min drive - 18.7 miles
  • Port Logan Beach - 33 min drive - 20.9 miles

Getting around

  • Stranraer Station - 18 min drive
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 106 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Shoreline - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Fig & Olive - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Grapes - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Bean - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪D'nisi Coffee - ‬11 min drive

About this property

The Harbour House Hotel

3-star beach B&B with restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at The Harbour House Hotel.

This 3-star Stranraer bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1750
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Harbour House Hotel offers 11 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. These individually furnished accommodations include desks. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Stranraer bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 10 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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 English breakfast: approximately GBP 10.00 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

HARBOUR HOUSE HOTEL Stranraer
The Harbour House Stranraer
THE HARBOUR HOUSE HOTEL Stranraer
THE HARBOUR HOUSE HOTEL Bed & breakfast
THE HARBOUR HOUSE HOTEL Bed & breakfast Stranraer

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Harbour House Hotel to the airport?

The Harbour House Hotel is 65.5 mi (106-min drive) away from the Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Harbour House Hotel?

As of Aug 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Harbour House Hotel on Aug 11, 2026 start from $121, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Harbour House Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Harbour House Hotel.

How close is The Harbour House Hotel to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 15 mi (23-min drive) from Luce Sands and 16.4 mi (30-min drive) from Port Logan Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Harbour House Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Harbour House Hotel, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 10.00 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Harbour House Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at The Harbour House Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Harbour House Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this bed & breakfast.

Does The Harbour House Hotel have a pool?

The Harbour House Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Harbour House Hotel have a restaurant?

The Harbour House Hotel is home to Bar & Bistro, which features British cuisine and ocean views.

Does The Harbour House Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is The Harbour House Hotel to downtown Stranraer?

The Harbour House Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Portpatrick.

The Harbour House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 329 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 108 out of 329 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 329 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 329 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 329 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Really good breakfast, room very comfortable and clean, staff very helpful and polite overall a lovely stay at a beautiful location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Food was excellent quality and value
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness
Super friendly, cosy & affordable hotel with great views & a good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable rooms and apartment. Friendly staff and lovely location. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

KATIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I absolutely adored my stay here & everything was perfect. I just wish I’d booked longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from the room was the best. The evening meal was the best, breakfast was the best, the dogs loved the place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and the view (room 8 ) amazing . We saw some beautiful sunsets. The staff were all lovely and very friendly. Breakfast every morning was delicious, especially the haggis.
Sunset view from our room.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were lovely and so helpful. There was a variety of choices for your breakfast.
Beautiful Portpatrik on New Year’s Day.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel in a gorgeous village
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robert

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

Enjoyable stay

Enjoyed our overnight stay in Portpatrick at the Harbour House Hotel. Great location, very helpful staff, lovely food. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One night stay and great value for money would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing value for money. Overnight stay for hospital appointment - very spacious, comfortable and clean apartment. Comfy beds quiet surroundings.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Scenic beautiful place. Lively pubs, lovely atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel is tired and needs some refurbishment, cracked tiles in entrance. Furniture walls knocked and marked . Bedroom spacious and clean but dated , bed lined poor, beds with sagging mattress. Furniture knocked and worn, newest bathroom but cracked wobbly floor tiles, broken cabinet, rusty towel rail, shower door would not close. Staff very friendly, views from hotel superb. Breakfast is quantity over quality.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent short break
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful apartments next door. Spacious, clean, all amenities. Quiet and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place , great staff lively breakfast .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely friendly staff. Wonderful view from our cosy room on the top floor. Very good value breakfast. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and lovely spacious room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location nice staff roof 5 sea view sleep & breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet location with a really great restaurant and good choice of meals.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catriona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025