The Harbour House Hotel

3.0 star property
Beach bed & breakfast with a restaurant and a bar

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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53 MAIN STREET, Stranraer, Scotland, DG9 8JW
  • Dunskey Garden
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Cairnryan Port
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal
    ‪27 min drive‬

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Room options

Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 40 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Family Room

  • 40 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 28 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 42 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Double Room, Sea View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

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

Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 28 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Stranraer

Located 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Dunskey Garden, The Harbour House Hotel is within a 15-minute drive of Castle of St John. This 11-room, 3-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Dunskey Garden - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Stranraer Museum - 15 min drive - 10.7 miles
  • Castle Kennedy Gardens - 21 min drive - 14.6 miles
  • Cairnryan Port - 23 min drive - 16.6 miles
  • Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal - 27 min drive - 18.7 miles

Getting around

  • Stranraer Station - 17 min drive
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hong Kong City - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Henrys Bay House Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bar Pazz - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Custom House - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starfish Restaurant - ‬12 min drive

About this property

The Harbour House Hotel

Beach bed & breakfast with a restaurant and a bar
A local mainstay since 1750, The Harbour House Hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a library, and a terrace. Limited parking is available. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this beach bed & breakfast include laundry facilities, a garden, and a picnic area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, and slippers. Coffee makers, portable fans, and ironing boards are also standard.

Languages

English, French, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish

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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
  • 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

Restaurants on site

  • Bar & Bistro

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1750
  • Georgian architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 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 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
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers limited parking.

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.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

Are free cancellation options available at The Harbour House Hotel?

The Harbour House Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do within easy reach of The Harbour House Hotel?

This bed & breakfast is located in Stranraer, close to Stranraer Museum, Dunskey Garden, and Castle of St John. You'll also find Mull of Galloway Trail - North nearby.

Will I be able to park at The Harbour House Hotel?

Yes, though parking is limited.

Does The Harbour House Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, The Harbour House Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Harbour House Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

Is The Harbour House Hotel good for couples?

This waterfront bed u0026 breakfast offers many amenities for couples such as a bar and an ocean-view restaurant with some guestrooms featuring fireplaces.

Are there hot tubs at The Harbour House Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does The Harbour House Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Harbour House Hotel serves an English breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Bar & Bistro.

Does The Harbour House Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at The Harbour House Hotel for a fee of GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at The Harbour House Hotel?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Harbour House Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Harbour House Hotel.

The Harbour House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 253 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 83 out of 253 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 253 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 253 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 253 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent apartment, all very good will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

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

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean room and very spacious. Would definitely stay again x
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Booked a last minute weekend away without even looking or caring where we went and have to say we were so pleased when we got here. Went for the half board deal, breakfast was nice, dinner was delicious but the cheeseboard - I want to go back just for that!! We were in one of the apartments and the place was so cosy and warm with everything that we needed and plenty of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

gary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good location

Location of hotel was ideally situated on harbour front close to local shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great value!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sreelal

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place sfaff very helpful very clean great place for all local amenities brilliant Scottish breakfast staying there this summer
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a lovely time and had great meals and the entertainment was good on Hogmanay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Wendy

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

Excellant, dog friendly hotel

Lovely two bed apartment attached to the hotel. Dog friendly making it a convenient stay for Cairnryan ferry port. Very clean and tidy. Excellant heating system. Portpatrick is a beautiful little town and would definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

colin

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

Ferry stop over

Excellent room but a little draughty, but heating Excellent. Staff helpful and friendly, good Scottish breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Short stay

Excellent service, decent food, room was basic but had everything we needed for our short stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Frances

Traveled with partner
Friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

Perfect stay

Love Portpatrick for a night away, 2nd time staying here, can't fault anything about the hotel, great price for bed and breakfast, they had a band playing the night we stayed. Staff are really friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff very hospitable. Good for dog owners
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

disappointing self catering

basic self catering accommodation as we were not in the hotel itself. good service but unable to sort out the issues caused by hotel.com, ie we booked as B&B hotel .com. did not carry this through. beds clean but really poor mattress. needs a revamp and overhaul of beds and furnishing.okay overall for price we paid but would be really disappointed if peak prices were paid. excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing stay. Would give more stars if I could. Just what we needed for a relaxing night away with the doggy! Thank you so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was good for the price. Breakfast was good certain items bit overcooked. On the whole value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024