Stranraer Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Stranraer, Scotland

A trip to the historical places in Stranraer is probably on top of your travel itinerary. While you’re here, you can visit the waterfront and seaside.

Stranraer is home to 162 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Stranraer is notable for landmarks like Mull of Galloway Lighthouse, Ardwell Gardens and Mull of Galloway Trail - South. Natural beauty is on display at Castle Kennedy Gardens, Logan Botanic Garden and Port Logan Beach. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Cairnryan Port and Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal.

Guests who choose a historic hotel can enjoy a holiday someplace that has a national historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be transformed into a historic hotel provided that it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved within the guestrooms or public spaces of historic hotels in Stranraer, giving a sense of history.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The physical building and architecture of historic hotels are generally what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it’s cultural value as well as how it shaped the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you’ve come to expect, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the normal amenities found in most hotels will also be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Stranraer, don’t worry that you’ll find a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.