Knockinaam Lodge

5.0 star property
Family fun on the sand beach

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Private beach, beach towels
Exterior
Exterior
View from room
Children's play area - outdoor

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Portpatrick, Stranraer, Scotland, DG9 9AD
  • Place, Dunskey Garden
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Castle of St John
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Stranraer Museum
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double or Twin Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double or Twin Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room

  • Sea view
  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Signature Double Room, Bay View

  • Bay view
  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Signature Room

  • Garden view
  • 581 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Twin Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Standard Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • Sea view
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Stranraer

Knockinaam Lodge places you 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Stranraer Museum and 8.7 mi (13.9 km) from Castle of St John. This 10-room, 5-star lodge welcomes guests with free breakfast, a private beach, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Dunskey Garden - 13 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Castle of St John - 21 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • Stranraer Museum - 21 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • Castle Kennedy Gardens - 28 min drive - 14.2 miles
  • Cairnryan Port - 29 min drive - 16.0 miles

Getting around

  • Stranraer Station - 49 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 177 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fig & Olive - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Bean - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Hong Kong City - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Crown - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kismet - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Knockinaam Lodge

Family fun on the sand beach
Guests staying at Knockinaam Lodge enjoy a private beach, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with concierge services and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this beach lodge include laundry facilities, barbecue grills, and a communal living room.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels and Netflix. Memory foam beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. In-room massages are available, and other amenities include phones and wardrobes or closets.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include a private beach.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Knockinaam Lodge

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Playground
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Pro golf shop

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Communal living room
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 45 per accommodation, per stay
  • 2 total pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 65.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: GBP 45 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 65.0 per night

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, mobile payments, and cash
This property uses solar and geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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.
  • 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, mobile payments, and cash.
  • This property uses solar and geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for golf tee times. Contact the lodge at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Knockinaam Lodge Stranraer
Knockinaam Stranraer
Knockinaam Lodge Lodge
Knockinaam Lodge Stranraer
Knockinaam Lodge Lodge Stranraer

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Knockinaam Lodge ?

Knockinaam Lodge provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Knockinaam Lodge ?

As of Feb 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Knockinaam Lodge on Feb 15, 2026 start from $362.69, 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.

What's there to do within easy reach of Knockinaam Lodge ?

This lodge is located in Stranraer, close to Stranraer Museum, Castle of St John, and Dunskey Garden. You'll also find Ringdoo Sands nearby.

Is parking available on site at Knockinaam Lodge ?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the lodge. Electric car charging is also available for guests.

Does Knockinaam Lodge include a casino at the property?

No, Knockinaam Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Knockinaam Lodge ?

No, there is no indoor pool at this lodge.

What do couples enjoy most about Knockinaam Lodge ?

There are many amenities for couples at this lodge, including Champagne service and in-room massages in each guestroom with some featuring ocean views.

Does Knockinaam Lodge have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this lodge.

Does Knockinaam Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Knockinaam Lodge serves free full breakfasts at Knockinaam Lodge each morning.

Will Knockinaam Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Knockinaam Lodge for a fee of GBP 45 per accommodation, per stay.

Does Knockinaam Lodge have connecting rooms?

Yes, this lodge has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Knockinaam Lodge ?

No, at Knockinaam Lodge , there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Knockinaam Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness
It's position. Excellent food.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

BILL

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay. Some plumbing and ventilation issues
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Setting.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Knockinaam Lodge

First visit, wonderful hotel and location. Would not hesitate to return.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the Churchill Room which was very comfortable. The food was fantastic with a great choice of wines. The staff were excellent and nothing was too much trouble, would definitely recommend a stay at this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location and superb food
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

jennie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointed

Covid conditions exceptional and we felt very safe in this regard. We have stayed before several years ago and enjoyed our stay in the past. However this time we were disappointed with our trip and will not return as the delivery was not up to standard. The food was very good and overall the service was too apart from one male staff member who appeared to be a supervisor or manager who showed me to me room and let me carry my own suitcase, I am over 70. He also hovered about as we were eating our meal which spoiled the experience. The room and facilities were not up to the standard expected. I asked for conditioner and was told they didn't supply it even though I was given a bottle the previous day when I asked.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Fit for a king

A absolutely peaceful stay as always tranquil bliss and food from the gods
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anne

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

Quiet and relaxing

Pleasant homely hotel. Superb food (fine dining - tasting menu, small portions) quaint bar. We were the only couple and there was a large well behaved group too. Very secluded, looks onto the shoreline- a lovely view at breakfast. We enjoyed our overnight.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

ANDREW

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

Knockinaam Lodge - two visits in 7 weeks.

You are treated like a family guest at Knockinaam lodge. Coffee and shortbread on arrival. The standard of service and food is exceptional. Very friendly staff and a real treat. Well done to all.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The qaulity of service and attitude of staff was excellent. The food was beyond incredible. Meeting the owner, David, was an added bonus, as got the opportunity to congratulate him on a superb job of turning Knockinhaam into something so unique and special. We both highly recommend this Lodge, and will definitely be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent facilities, service and food; price very reasonable. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet seclusion with excellent food and service. Forget your digital devices and relax. Back again in May.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Bruce

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

Escape from City

Staff and food excellent, room comfortable, larger TV, and tea / coffee making facilities in room would enhance. Stay was during a wet November, location would be lovely in Spring / Summer when hopefully weather warmer. Would have been nice to meet the owners given Lodge only has 10 rooms not all of which were occupied during our stay. Stay was enjoyable but when comparing with other 5 star hotels I would suggest it is a bit pricey.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

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

Excellent experience

Food & staff service excellent, room & bathrooms to a very high standard. Lovely hotel & grounds. Overall a pleasure to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

gordon, belfast

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

A haven of old decencyand relaxation

Beautiful old country house situated in an isolated spot with front lawn leading down to seashore Excellent food&service with very comfortable beds and spacious bedrooms
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Trout, Glasgow

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

So relaxing

What a lovely spot. Great staff and fabulous food.

10/10 Excellent

Tom, Edinburgh

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

Good food in charming hotel

It was a cold night so we were grateful for the wood fires in the public rooms and the electric blankets on the bed. Pleasant staff and owner. Very good dinner, well served. Breakfast very good too. Our room was a good size with a large bathroom and we had a good night's sleep in this quiet spot, despite some noise from adjacent plumbing.

10/10 Excellent

Cherry, UK

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

Great location

Very nice place to stay if you want to push the boat out. Only complaint was -rather mean with the toiletries in the bathroom. Only one shower gel between two of us.