The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro
3.0 star property

Beachfront hotel for sun and fun

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The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro

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Garden
Exterior
Standard Twin Room
Restaurant

Overview of The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro

Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

7 NORTH CRESCENT, Stranraer, Scotland, DG9 8SX
  • Popular LocationDunskey Garden3 min drive
  • Popular LocationCastle of St John12 min drive
  • Popular LocationStranraer Museum12 min drive
  • Popular LocationStranraer Station13 min drive
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Room options

Standard Twin Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Single Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 200 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Stranraer

Located in Stranraer, The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro is next to a golf course and on the beach. Ardwell Gardens and Mull of Galloway Trail - South are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ringdoo Sands and Gkenwhan Gardens.

What's nearby

  • Dunskey Garden - 3 min drive
  • Cairnryan Port - 19 min drive
  • Castle Kennedy Gardens - 23 min drive
  • Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal - 23 min drive
  • Port Logan Beach - 30 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Grapes - 12 min drive
  • The Coffee Bean - 12 min drive
  • Bar Pazz - 12 min drive
  • Henrys Bay House Restaurant - 13 min drive
  • Starfish Restaurant - 12 min drive

About this property

The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro

Hotel adjacent to a golf course
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a bar at The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free premises, and a reception hall
  • A TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have amenities such as free WiFi. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English, French, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish

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

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • 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 staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

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

  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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

Is The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro?

As of Mar 28, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro on Apr 8, 2024 start from CA $147.49, 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.

How much is parking at The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro located?

Located in Stranraer, this beachfront hotel is next to a golf course, 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Dunskey Garden, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Castle of St John and Stranraer Museum. Ringdoo Sands and Gkenwhan Gardens are also within 12 mi (20 km).

The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 296 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 296 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 296 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 296 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 296 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Nick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We booked a superior double room with a king size bed to discover it was 2 single mattresses pushed together, the restaurant was closed we had to go to the sister hotel for breakfast which we were told we would have to be there for 8.30 am because they were fully booked breakfast was an extra if we hadn’t took that booking we would not have got a breakfast which we had paid for with our booking.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Allan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The room was warm and comfortable but the hot water was hit and miss. The internet didn’t work. There was a lot of apologies and the offer of a free drink with dinner. The restaurant was fully booked, no privileges for guests (and no free drink)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Gordon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It has a good location. The hotel is getting up graded so there is a building site next door
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Nigel

Travelled with family
The seafront location of the property was very good. We stayed in a cottage at the back of the property and this was querky. Would have preferred to meet a human rather than receiving letter with instructions/key to enter room. Room was a little tired but clean although the bin had not been emptied. The shower was only lukewarm which was slightly challenging in winter. Would have been nice to eat in the bistro but this was shut. Had a nice meal in the adjacent Crown Inn. Brisk walk to the Harbour House Hotel for breakfast in the morning - lucky to dodge the heavy rain. Overall enjoyed the stay but would probably better in the summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely warm room, wi fi?
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Alastair

Travelled with partner
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

colin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Windy night in Portpatrick
Stop over before catching ferry, which due too bad weather was cancelled staff went out of their way to help and find extra accommodation. Hotel is a delight ,food excellent, spotlessly clean,staff friendly very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roderick

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Rebecca

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Great location near waterfront, beautiful place to walk around and explore. Lots of free parking available. Room was nothing like the photos on the website, barely enough room to walk around the bed and other furniture, bathroom was barely functional and opened packets of shampoo were in the shower from previous guest.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Frances

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Interesting and enjoyable stay. Room was a bit warm for me. Portpatrick was beautiful and brought back lots of memories of previous visits
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023