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Recommended hotels in Cairnryan

1. Lakeview Guest House

Stranraer

Laura

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

2. North West Castle Hotel

Stranraer

Stuart

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

3. Corsewall Lighthouse Hotel

Stranraer

Paul

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

4. The Thistle

Stranraer

kelli-lee

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

Double Room, 1 King Bed, Harbour View | Water view

5. The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro

Stranraer

kenneth

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

6. Glenapp Castle

Girvan

"We had a lovely stay at the Castle - the room was beautiful as was the food. The staff in the restaurant and those who welcomed us were amazing. Only disappointment was on check out we asked the history of the castle and were told by a very disinterested staff member to "look it up online"! We thought they would have been very proud to talk about the history and when it was built etc. Other than that we loved it!"

Kellie

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

7. The Harbour House Hotel

Stranraer

John

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

8. The Portpatrick Hotel by Compass Hospitality

Stranraer

Glen

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

9. Knockinaam Lodge

Stranraer

BRIAN

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

10. The Crosswater

Barrhill

John

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

11. Woodland Bay Hotel

Girvan

Ian

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

12. Fernhill Hotel

Stranraer

Kennedy

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

13. Kringlands

Stranraer

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

14. The Galloway Steading- The Fox's Den couples retreat cabin with Hot tub

Glenluce

Zach

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

15. Coorie Retreats

Stranraer

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

16. Galloway Steading Luxury Glamping Pods

Newton Stewart

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

17. The Galloway Steading-The Herons Nest cabin with Hot Tub couples/families

Glenluce

Megan D.

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

18. The Galloway Steading-The Stag Hoose Family cabin with Hot Tub

Glenluce

Annemaree K.

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

19. The Galloway Steading site- The Beehive retreat

Glenluce

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

20. The Galloway Steading-The Hedgehogs Hideout Family cabin with Hot Tub

Glenluce

Joseph T.

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Top Cairnryan Hotel Reviews

The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro

10/10 Excellent

"Great food, excellent staff. Room very comfortable with a great bed."

The Crosswater

10/10 Excellent

"This is a room above a pub. It is the cleanest room I have ever stayed in. It is small but functional with a comfortable bed. The staff are excellent and extremely accommodating. Breakfast is free and so is the clean fresh air. Food is excellent and the place is pet friendly. Its about 35 mins to the ferry but worth the journey."

The Harbour House Hotel

8/10 Good

"Room 1 should be advertised/used as a single room as too small for 2 people. It wasn't value for money! No chair to put anything & limited storage. The bathroom needs some hooks or a rail for towels. It was clean. All food we had was very good. All staff were helpful, friendly & polite. We will go again but request anything but Room 1!"

Woodland Bay Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I would recommend this self catering facility to anyone visiting the area. Very nice hotel room with mini kitchen. Fridge, microwave, tea and coffee making facilities, iron. Some food supplies and snacks. Breakfast cereals. Also a TV and WI-FI connection. Great sea view from room. I was only there for one night business trip but would quite happily have stayed with my wife as a tourist. Good nights sleep in comfortable bed, quiet and peaceful Plenty of parking spaces. Definitely 10 out of 10. Will stay again when I'm next in the area."

Glenapp Castle

10/10 Excellent

"This castle is fabulous! For Americans it is like stepping into a Downton Abby set. The staff greet you at the door, take your luggage and from that moment forward treat you like royalty. Not only is this a gated property, but you need your sir name in order for the gate to open! Then the drive up the narrow road just enhances your excitement to see the castle. John was great at showing us around and to our room. He was very helpful in understanding where everything was and how to get around. The option to use boots and coats owned by Glenapp to tour the grounds was an added bonus so you didn’t get your own shoes dirty. The room was spacious, clean and very welcoming. To have the option of taking a full tub was amazing. Surprising was the turn down service given without request - we had already retired but would have loved to have this done for us. In the morning we requested some hot tea to enjoy while in the sitting area of our room. We were given a drink credit by using Expedia, but I am wondering if the dinner and breakfast were already included in the pricing. That was not clear, but we did enjoy a very wonderful breakfast while listening to classical pop music - very Bridgerton. Even without the TV references, this is a quintessential castle experience and I highly recommend staying at Glenapp Castle."

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What can I expect from a motel trip to Cairnryan?

If you're not able to find a motel in Cairnryan, let us help you find motels or similar properties from over 313 lodging options in the larger area. Simply use our search tools to filter by price per night or cost-effective amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transport.

What are motels like?

Motels often offer free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motels usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. The term "motel" was coined in 1925 in San Luis Obispo, California by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel.

What can I do in Cairnryan?

Those visiting Cairnryan have good things to say about the coffee shops. As you're sightseeing around the area, make sure that you enjoy all there is to see and do. Some outdoorsy places nearby include Castle Kennedy Gardens, Logan Botanic Garden and Dunskey Garden. While you're exploring the area, consider visiting Loch Ryan Port, Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal and Stranraer Museum.

What's the weather like in Cairnryan?

Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Cairnryan to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 14°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 6°C. Average annual precipitation for Cairnryan is 1326 mm.

What are my options for getting around Cairnryan while staying in a motel?

We've gathered some information about getting around Cairnryan to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick), which is located 40.3 mi (64.9 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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Recommended hotels in Cairnryan

1. Lakeview Guest House

2. North West Castle Hotel

3. Corsewall Lighthouse Hotel

4. The Thistle

5. The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro

6. Glenapp Castle

7. The Harbour House Hotel

8. The Portpatrick Hotel by Compass Hospitality

9. Knockinaam Lodge

10. The Crosswater

11. Woodland Bay Hotel

12. Fernhill Hotel

13. Kringlands

14. The Galloway Steading- The Fox's Den couples retreat cabin with Hot tub

15. Coorie Retreats

16. Galloway Steading Luxury Glamping Pods

17. The Galloway Steading-The Herons Nest cabin with Hot Tub couples/families

18. The Galloway Steading-The Stag Hoose Family cabin with Hot Tub

19. The Galloway Steading site- The Beehive retreat

20. The Galloway Steading-The Hedgehogs Hideout Family cabin with Hot Tub

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The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro

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