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The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel with free WiFi

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On the beach
Exterior
Exterior
Breakfast meal

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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7 NORTH CRESCENT, Stranraer, Scotland, DG9 8SX
  • Dunskey Garden
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Cairnryan Port
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room | Individually furnished, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Single Room | Individually furnished, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View | Individually furnished, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed | Individually furnished, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Stranraer

On the beach.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 - 1.9 miles
  • Castle Kennedy Gardens - 21 min drive - 14.6 miles
  • Cairnryan Port - 23 min drive - 16.6 miles
  • Port Logan Beach - 26 min drive - 17.7 miles
  • Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal - 28 min drive - 18.7 miles

Getting around

  • Stranraer Station - 13 min drive
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harbour House Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Crown - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Henry's Bay House - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪D'nisi Coffee - ‬11 min drive

About this property

The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro

3-star beachfront hotel with free WiFi
As a guest of The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro, you'll find a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Stranraer hotel is smoke free.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro offers 17 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • 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.

  • 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Waterfront Hotel Bistro Stranraer
Waterfront Bistro Stranraer
The Waterfront & Bistro
The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro Hotel
The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro Stranraer
The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro Hotel Stranraer

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro to the airport?

The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro is 66.6 mi (101-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 Waterfront Hotel & Bistro?

As of Sep 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro on Sep 8, 2025 start from $80.49, excluding 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 Waterfront Hotel & Bistro have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro.

How close is The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro offer free breakfast?

The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro have a pool?

The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro does not have a pool.

Does The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro to downtown Stranraer?

The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro is 0.1 mi away from Portpatrick.

The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 390 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 145 out of 390 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 390 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 390 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 390 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location on waterfront, staff are superb especially Lauren who was super efficient and friendly, bed was comfy and room (6) was nice and clean. Breakfast was outstanding, full Scottish was freshly cooked and really tasty. The en-suite bathroom in our room however was ridiculously tiny, so cramped that it was impossible to sit fully on toilet as legs hit against pipes under sink. You could reach from toilet to switch electric shower on as it was that close. Water pressure was so low shower operated at a trickle and you had to step out of bathroom to have enough space to dry yourself but cold tap on sink was so powerful it sprayed water all over the bathroom. Overall, staff were brilliant but the place needs an equally talented plumber!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was in beautiful town and right on the sea in the harbour, very nice rooms recently renovated. Breakfast was delicious. Staff were friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

William

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had booked a classic room with king sized bed, pictures looked good. Arrived to find we weren’t even staying in the hotel but a cottage offering the smallest rooms I’ve ever stayed in with a shower and toilet in a cupboard. Place needed a really good clean, double bed was two singles pushed together, one had a wonky spring. Communal area in need of a good clean too.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Nice clean basic room but had stunning view .Will definitely go back
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay in hotel and really friendly staff and food is amazing the location is amazing and parking just short walk away
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alan, Brampton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent overnight stay, nice breakfast and dinner. Great location. Staff excellent, bar did not cater for my needs as no gluten free beer on tap or in bottles.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice wee seaside hotel, getting renovated just now..never caused any issues whatsoever! Lovely food very nice staff...good value for money!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert

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

8/10 Good

Edward

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved the location! Our room had a view overlooking the harbor. Some remodeling going on but did not disturb our experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This two-day break was perfect. Although the rooms and bathrooms were quite small, the space was cleverly utilised. We were fortunate with the beautiful weather, which allowed us to enjoy hiking along the coastline before retuning to sunset dinners. The staff were incredibly friendly, and the room was spotlessly clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kamila

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

Great place to stay!

We were nicely suprise by the accomodation and hospitality! Highly recommending for a short break.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When we arrived the staff were very helpful, and although we had arrived a couple of hours before check in, they advised us that the room was ready and we could drop our luggage off. They informed us that the car parking is anywhere in the public parking area, and there were plenty of spaces directly across the road from the Hotel. The Hotel itself is right on the Waterfront, although the name may give that away, and there is an outside seating area, to enjoy the sunshine with a few drinks from the bar. Some renovation work was ongoing in the hotel, but this did not affect our stay. The room was small but comfortable and the bathroom whilst very small was well thought out in the space allocated. The bed was comfortable, allowing for a good nights sleep and the shower was powerful. Breakfast was the usual mix of a cooked breakfast, along with a selection of cereals, yoghurt, bread and pastries, the cooked breakfast was very enjoyable and filling. We also had a meal in the restaurant one evening, the menu was extensive, and the quality of the food was very good. All in all a very nice stay, with friendly staff and we would definitely return in the future. .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfred

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly food very good nice quiet hotel would use again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Hayley

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Port Patrick always a beaut

Stay every year in PortPatrick & this year booked a seafront room thinking would be better. Apart from the views it really isn’t. Building work in the room next door which disturbed my Sunday afternoon. Dogs are allowed to stay and one dog opposite my room didn’t stop barking! The loud noise on Sunday after in the bar below was terrible, I really though a fight had broken out, the language was disturbing. I’ll be booking Harbour again next year or Crown, as the waterfront is in poor condition. There is some work going on. However my room wasn’t very clean (wasn’t dirty) just didn’t feel fresh. Bed sheet just constantly came off as it was too small! The bathroom is a disgrace!! The size is ridiculous for a more expensive room! The mould in the shower cubicle. So dated and far too small for the price. The shower water pressure cannot be described as pressure as there was none! Like trickles coming out! The hairdryer is dated and again no pressure. Gave up trying to dry my hair!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice peaceful stay not the room on website but comfortable enjoyed
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hello, let's be fair, the property is in need of updates it's being done which is great it's not done over night possibly get it done then open after a shut down, it's a difficult situation l guess family and staff are great and they have not owned it long , fair prices and great food and drink so good luck with the updates, especially in the showers, and with water pressure without a pump on the top floor....
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay and for price with an excellent breakfast provided , room on smallish side but for the price it’s exc
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel lovely room comfortable bed staff lovely and very welcoming food lovely great stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Janice

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accessible. Breakfast is great. The staff were very obliging and the sea views were tremendous 👏 👌 👍 Oh, and the room was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025