The Steam Packet Inn

Hotels
8.7 (254 reviews)
The Steam Packet Inn Harbour row , Isle of Whithorn , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Garden
Pets allowed
Hiking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good evening meal
Great location
Cons:
Poor breakfast options
Room cleanliness issues
Noisy environment

Categories

Cleanliness
7.59
Room cleanliness issues noted, including broken windows and dated bathroom.
Service
9.56
Staff were friendly and responsive, but limited by resources at certain times.
Location
9.6
Perfect location by the harbour, with sentimental value for guests.
Room Quality
8.05
Rooms described as nice but with older fittings and cold temperatures.
Amenities
8.58
Basic amenities with room for improvement, particularly the breakfast offerings.
Value for Money
8.54
Overnight rates considered costly given basic breakfast and room issues.
Food and Beverage
8.59
Evening meals praised, but breakfast options were limited and disappointing.
Overall Experience
9.06
Enjoyable stay despite issues, friendly atmosphere, and good meals.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-09 02:52

Property Description

Welcome to The Steam Packet inn in Isle of Whithorn!

Charming Garden and Dining Options
Indulge in the tranquil garden setting or savor a delightful meal at the on-site restaurant. Unwind with your favorite drink at the cozy bar.

Comfortable Rooms with Modern Amenities
Relax in rooms equipped with a flat-screen TV, wardrobe, and plush bedding. The hotel ensures a comfortable stay with fresh bed linen and fluffy towels.

Outdoor Adventures Await
Explore the picturesque Isle of Whithorn with activities like hiking and cycling. Create unforgettable memories amidst stunning natural landscapes.

Ready to experience the charm of The Steam Packet inn? Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Airport code: GLA

Property Policies

  • Internet

    No internet access available.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £0 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 16 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 254 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.59
Service: 9.56
Location: 9.6
Room Quality: 8.05
Amenities: 8.58
Value for Money: 8.54
Food and Beverage: 8.59
Overall Experience: 9.06
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Nicola solo_traveller gb
4
Dont stay if you want to sleep or have a shower
Pros:

Room was spacious and good location.

Cons:

Dont stay here if you want to sleep or have a shower.

There was a shower but no holder to keep it up!!!

The room is above a pub and can only be described as sleeping in a middle of a nightclub. There was music blaring from somewhere until the early hours (not sure if the pub or another). The room was in the front so had drunks singing and shouting until 3am.

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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gordon solo_traveller gb
3
Very disappointed,
Pros:

Having been visiting the Steampacket over many years in the past with my partner and our dog, the setting of the hotel is fantastic. Sadly our dog Jack is no longer with us.

Cons:

The fact that I was there to celebrate my 70th birthday dinner,we were very disappointed that there was no food available, apart from packets of crisps. So it was a drive to another hotel for food and then back for an early night. In the morning there was a very poor breakfast on offer, nothing hot, all continental style.

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
8
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Staff very pleasant and nothing too much trouble. Our second visit and will stay again.
Pros:

Location on the side of the quay. Excellent food.

Cons:

Bathroom could have done with smartening up.

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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David couple au
9
A tonic for the soul.
Pros:

This place is a tonic for the soul! It is way nicer than the photo's portray. We arrived and enjoyed every minute. The staff were so good. Very friendly. Make sure you get a view of the sea (inlet). Stunning in the summer light. We enjoyed the breakfast also, and the lady who served us was brilliant.

Cons:

If you are going for the weekend, it might be a bit noisy, being a pub. We were there in the week, so it was great.

2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Helen solo_traveller gb
9
I really enjoyed my stay
Pros:

Beautiful location with a comfortable room and good food

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Janet solo_traveller gb
7
Had a pleasant stay, location is great. Met family for a lovely meal in the restaurant.
Pros:

Restaurant use excellent, friendly helpful staff.

Cons:

Bathroom in room 1 facilities not up to standard for the price.

2026-06-14 via Nuitee
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Linda solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-14 via Nuitee
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Alan couple gb
8
Pros:

Location and the food.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Colin solo_traveller gb
9
Good stay in a lovely spot
Pros:

Comfortable room overlooking the harbour, good food and local beers.

Cons:

Breakfast was adequate, but a little basic,

2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Lynda solo_traveller gb
8
Lovely spot for overnight stay in this area.
Pros:

Stunning location. Large comfortable room. Restaurant superb.

Cons:

Couldn’t get any normal tv channels or apps to work.
No hot options at breakfast though did offer toast when asked.

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Andy couple gb
9
Great stay no issues will return
Pros:

Great location , great staff quality food dog friendly comfortable rooms

Cons:

Breakfast could have bed. Better

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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Pam couple gb
8
Enjoyed our stay. Everyone friendly. Room comfortable
Pros:

Good location. Lovely view. Bathroom had shelf for toilet bag. Wardrobe. Except breakfast

Cons:

We wanted to book for dinner in advance but were told no dinner provided on Mondays. They recommended a restaurant 7 miles away which we booked. Then when we arrived they said they were doing meals after all.

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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judith anne couple gb
9
Lovely stay really enjoyed it hopefully be back
Pros:

Location brilliant fruit would be a nice addition to breakfast

2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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Pamela couple gb
4
Very poor experience such a shame
Pros:

Lovely area with great views

Cons:

Uncomfortable bed room very basic for price. Waited over an hour in the restaurant for food finally arrived just warm!
Breakfast was appallingly bad such a shame but definitely would not return

2026-04-26 via Nuitee
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tim couple gb
9
Great stay in great location
Pros:

Excellent room overlooking harbour above friendly and lively pub with excellent food

Cons:

Only that the restaurant is closed on a Monday

2026-04-15 via Nuitee
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Janet couple gb
9
A wonderful little gem, that we’ll visit again.
Pros:

Location and view across the little harbour was just the ticket for a relaxing weekend.
Staff were all fantastic and made our little dog very welcome. Food was delicious.

Cons:

Nothing really, other than it would have been nice to have a cooked breakfast option. But the continental breakfast was very good.

2026-04-08 via Nuitee
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Jacqui couple gb
8
Fantastic views, great staff, great food, brilliant beer!
Pros:

Beautiful location. Staff all really friendly and the food was excellent. Great selection of beers on tap!

Cons:

You could hear people downstairs in the bar. It wasn’t raucous at all, just people chatting loudly but a bit distracting.

2026-04-07 via Nuitee
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Pat couple gb
8
2026-03-28 via Nuitee
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Peter couple gb
8
Great room, shame about the hospitality.
Pros:

The room itself was great - overlooking the harbour and very comfortable. It was reasonably priced an the staff were nice.

Cons:

There was no indication before we arrived that the pub wasn't doing food, so we had to drive back out to a local town for fish and chips in the car. It would have been much better if this had been explicit, either on Booking.com or on the pub website. The room was good, but the pub not so much.

2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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david solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Location and staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-10 via Nuitee