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The Thistle

3.0 star property
3-star guest house perfect for exploring Stranraer

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Exterior
32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV
Exterior
32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV
Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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47 DALRYMPLE STREET, Stranraer, Scotland, DG9 7EY
  • Place, Castle Kennedy Gardens
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Cairnryan Port
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 164 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Family Room (X 3)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Stranraer

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of the guesthouse, you'll find Stranraer Museum and Castle of St John. Also, Mull of Galloway Trail - North is within 2 miles (3 km) and Castle Kennedy Gardens is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Stranraer Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Castle of St John - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Castle Kennedy Gardens - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Cairnryan Port - 9 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal - 13 min drive - 8.3 miles

Getting around

  • Stranraer Station - 12 min walk
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fig & Olive - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hong Kong City - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Harbour House Hotel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Barista Coffee House - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Crown - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Thistle

3-star guest house perfect for exploring Stranraer
As a guest of The Thistle, you'll find karaoke, express check-in, and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Stranraer guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Karaoke
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Thistle offers 8 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

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

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Karaoke

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
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, American Express, Discover, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Alcohol isn't allowed at The Thistle.

Property is also known as

Thistle Inn Stranraer
Thistle Stranraer
The Thistle Inn Stranraer
Thistle Inn
The Thistle Stranraer
The Thistle Guesthouse
The Thistle Guesthouse Stranraer

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Thistle to the airport?

The Thistle is 58.9 mi (87-min drive) away from the Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Thistle have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Thistle.

How close is The Thistle to the beach?

This guesthouse is 6.9 mi (14-min drive) from Ringdoo Sands and 10.4 mi (14-min drive) from Luce Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Thistle offer free breakfast?

The Thistle does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Thistle?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at The Thistle?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Thistle?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does The Thistle have a pool?

The Thistle does not have a pool.

Does The Thistle have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is The Thistle to downtown Stranraer?

The Thistle is 0.1 mi away from Stranraer.