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North West Castle Hotel

Property class: 3

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A room with a fireplace, two leather chairs, a table with glasses and a bottle, and a clock above the mantelpiece.
A formal dining room with a grand piano, multiple tables set for dining, and elegant chandeliers.
A swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and tiled walls.
A courtyard with a white building featuring a stone facade and columns, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a painting on the wall.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Port Rodie, Stranraer, Scotland, DG9 8EH
  • Place, Stranraer Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Mull of Galloway Trail - North
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Castle of St John
    ‪9 min walk‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a television, two chairs, a small table, and curtains.

Classic Double Or Twin Room-Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Classic Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Classic Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a neatly made bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden headboard, and floral wallpaper.

Family Double Room (Classic)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a painting on the wall.

Family Double Room ( Loch View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a television, two chairs, and a window with curtains.

Classic Double or Twin Room, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a small round table, two chairs, and a window with curtains.

Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand, a chair, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

Double or Twin Room (Loch View )

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Two single beds with wooden headboards, white bedding, and floral-patterned pillows.

Double Or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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An open book on a bed with a floral pillow.

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a painting on the wall.

Family Quadruple Room (Classic)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Suite | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, a round table, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Stranraer

North West Castle Hotel places you within a 10-minute stroll of Stranraer Museum and Mull of Galloway Trail - North. This 3-star hotel has 73 guestrooms and offers an indoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Stranraer Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mull of Galloway Trail - North - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Castle of St John - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Agnew Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal - 12 min drive - 8.1 miles

Getting around

  • Stranraer Station - 7 min walk
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fig & Olive - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Shoreline - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Grapes - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Bean - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Wee Aird Dairy - ‬19 min walk

About this property

North West Castle Hotel

At North West Castle Hotel, guests enjoy an indoor pool, a gym, and a sauna. There's free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. Additional amenities include free WiFi in public areas, a hot tub, and meeting rooms.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, and bathrobes. Electric kettles, desks, and wardrobes or closets are also standard.
An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered 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

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

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

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • 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 list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property class

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

Is free cancellation available at North West Castle Hotel?

North West Castle Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at North West Castle Hotel?

As of Sep 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at North West Castle Hotel on Oct 1, 2026 start from $108, 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.

What's there to see near North West Castle Hotel?

This hotel in Stranraer is within a 10-minute walk of Stranraer Museum, Mull of Galloway Trail - North, and Castle of St John. You'll also find Castle Kennedy Gardens and Agnew Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at North West Castle Hotel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. An electric car charging station and wheelchair-accessible parking are also available for guests.

Does North West Castle Hotel include a casino at the property?

No, North West Castle Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at North West Castle Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with a hot tub.

What do couples enjoy most about North West Castle Hotel?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including 2 restaurants, an indoor pool, and 2 bars/lounges.

Does North West Castle Hotel have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a sauna.

Does North West Castle Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, North West Castle Hotel has 2 restaurants, and serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will North West Castle Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at North West Castle Hotel for a fee of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night.

Does North West Castle Hotel have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Can I book a room with a balcony at North West Castle Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at North West Castle Hotel offer a balcony and may feature lake views.

North West Castle Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 518 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 323 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1009 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, comfortable, with a great restaurant!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff lovely hotel lovely food.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Meals great, staff very attentive
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel so nice we have booked again for our return trip 🙂
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really impressed stayed one night to be close to the ferry terminal would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant place to stay specially when you’re catching the ferry over to Ireland, lovely
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overnight stay at this hotel en route to Ireland. Comfortable beds, enjoyable meal in the hotel restaurant and helpful friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quality hotel comfortable spacious rooms good value. Evening meal was excellent staff were very friendly and helpful. Great place to stay before taking morning ferry to Ireland
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food in the dining room was tasty, well-cooked and there was a good choice. All the staff were very friendly. All in all a very comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this little hotel, which was within walking distance of the train station. They also provided a great breakfast and the view of the harbour is charming! The staff was very friendly and helpful as well.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was fantastic freshy cooked Staff friendly and helpfull
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old hotel but renovated rooms. Everything is in good shape and hotel has a nice atmosphere. Large comfortable rooms and staff were very pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room only as early start, evening meal was nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and helpful Staff. Good food and clean rooms. No complaints at all.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good. Breakfast was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean on suit was clean had a great nights sleep
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is a great place to stay, eat and play. Beds are great. Food was delicious. Location is handy and scenic.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

NICK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unique & great value for money. Food was fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another wonderful stay. Great for pre or post sailing. The staff are fantastic and so helpful and friendly. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were really friendly and helpful. Nothing was too much trouble for them. Great location by the sea
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The dinner menu was varied . My wife and i had roast lamb. It was delicious and succulent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, lovely food. Very handy for the ferry. The hotel is a little old fashioned but they are doing renovations at the minute. I love staying here
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very comfortable stay, clean comfortable room, good food in the evening and at breakfast, friendly helpful staff, excellent amenities, however the hotel building and rooms were a little tired.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
We really appreciated the bright and helpful staff being available to show us our room in the very early hours of the morning
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Chelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This stay was one our favorites just because of the history of the place and how everything was still set with antiques.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025