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The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro

3.0 star property
Travelers relax in a peaceful garden setting or enjoy drinks at the welcoming bar - The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro provides a perfect balance of nature and comfort

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Located near a golf course, The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro offers a charming escape with garden views and a convivial bar. Guests enjoy free in-room WiFi. Visitors praise the helpful staff and convenient location.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is €52
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar

Room options

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed

Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 1 King Bed, Harbour View

Double Room, 1 King Bed, Harbour View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Harbour view
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Located in Stranraer, The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro is next to a golf course and on the beach. Castle of St John and Ardwell Gardens are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mull of Galloway Trail - North and Ringdoo Sands. Dunskey Garden and Gkenwhan Gardens are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. Visit our Stranraer travel guide
Map
7 NORTH CRESCENT, Stranraer, Scotland, DG9 8SX

What's nearby

  • Port Of Larne roundabout and Harbour highway Co Antrim Northern Ireland 02-02-2023
    Cairnryan Port
    24 min drive - 26.7 km
  • Dunskey Garden
    3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal
    28 min drive - 30.1 km
  • Port Logan Beach
    31 min drive - 28.5 km
  • Mull of Galloway Lighthouse
    53 min drive - 45.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Fig & Olive
    11 min drive
  • Henry's Bay House
    12 min drive
  • The Coffee Bean
    11 min drive
  • Hong Kong City
    12 min drive
  • The Crown
    1 min walk

About this property

The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro

Hotel next to a golf course
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and a bar at The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property, a TV in reception and luggage storage
  • A reception hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Waterfront Hotel Bistro Stranraer
Waterfront Bistro Stranraer
The Waterfront & Bistro
The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro Hotel
The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro Stranraer
The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro Hotel Stranraer

Frequently asked questions

Is The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro?

As of 10 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro on 29 Mar 2026 start from €52, 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.

How much is parking at The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro located?

Located in Stranraer, this beachfront hotel is next to a golf course, 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Dunskey Garden, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Mull of Galloway Trail - North and Castle of St John. Ringdoo Sands and Gkenwhan Gardens are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Reviews

The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 432 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 161 out of 432 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 432 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 432 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 432 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly welcome, great food. We had a standard room but it had everything we needed the only issue was that the shower room was small but we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff. Bfast great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast good dinner staff excellent bar was good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, bed was comfortable and staff most helpful. Sadly the accommodation was quite shabby in some respects and there didn’t seem to be any ventilation in the en suite bathroom which made it unpleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room spotless, staff very friendly the only thing when we arrived I thought our booking was bed and breakfast but when we arrived we were told it was room only. Other than that everything was ok, would have liked a sea view but just our luck looking over roof tops
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good food staff could not do enough for you parking easy small double room but very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free parking, very nice bar, excellent food but above all the staff were lovely and appeared to be a great team who loved working there.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay , clean comfortable room , lovely breakfast, excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean,food was great and staff where friendly.Only problem was guests next door to us who spent all night talking loudly,no staff on site to report these 2 idiots to.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Adequate size room for a few days stay, in a lovely quiet location with a good view of the harbour. Enjoyed the breakfast and we also the meals when we ate there one evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Portpatrick is stunning and staying at the Waterfront is the perfect choice. Great staff, excellent value. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a one night stay in a room with a waterfront view. The door to our room had no door handle just a small knob in the centre which we had to grab to pull it shut. It was extremely stiff and hard to open. There was a large mirror which wasn’t hung up just propped up against a wall which made it useless. The bathroom had a bifold door and was extremely narrow. The sink was problematic when trying to wash my face because it was too small and narrow. Not enough room to place your towel. The view was lovely. The room was warm and comfortable but had seen better times.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room and bathroom were quite small, but functional. We were able to hear a lot of outside noise inside our room. The staff was really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ainslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The welcome and service at reception on arrival were excellent. Our room was clean and tidy with a very comfortable bed. We could have done with a chair as there was only a single stool under the dressing table. The bathroom was very compact ( I am 6'4" ) but was clean and had everything required. Excellent breakfast and our stay was superb value. The staff could not have done more to be as helpful as possible to us during our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Iris

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was small & bathroom tiny , we already knew that . Carpets need replacing , was pleasant stay & reasonable for 1 night . Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay in hotel and really friendly staff and food is amazing the location is amazing and parking just short walk away
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly food very good nice quiet hotel would use again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Staff & service
Nice clean basic room but had stunning view .Will definitely go back
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel lovely room comfortable bed staff lovely and very welcoming food lovely great stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ranald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, room a little tired but fine for us. I was really upset to see that the beautiful blue painted exterior of the hotel, that made it stand out, has been changed to grey!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay and for price with an excellent breakfast provided , room on smallish side but for the price it’s exc
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was in beautiful town and right on the sea in the harbour, very nice rooms recently renovated. Breakfast was delicious. Staff were friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kieran

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the stay! A wee lass (Sorry I'm terrible with names) checked me in on the Wednesday night and was really attentive and had a cracking sense of humour. Dropped the bags up and headed back down for a pizza and a few cold ones. There was another young lad with her and the pair made the stay! Food was good. The room was clean and smelled awesome. Only downside to my stay was there was a minor water leak from the room above, I don't know what they were doing as I heard the toilet flush every few minutes. I reported that to a young lad when checking out and felt the concern was taken seriously. I would definitely stay again if you'd have me! Lovely picturesque little seaside town of Portpatrick. Had a great stay, thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good little hotel. Nothing too fancy. Nice size room . Shower and sink a tad small but does fhe job. Breakfast and evening food good but plenty of other places to eat as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025