The Portpatrick Hotel by Compass Hospitality

Hotels
Compass Hospitality
7.7 (3444 reviews)
Heugh Road , Portpatrick , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful views
Comfortable rooms
Friendly staff
Cons:
Slow service
Limited food options

Categories

Cleanliness
7.95
The hotel is noted to be clean and tidy, maintaining a good standard for a pleasant stay.
Service
7.45
While service was friendly, it was occasionally slow due to understaffing.
Location
8.95
The hotel boasts fantastic views and a great location, noted as a highlight by multiple reviews.
Room Quality
7.95
Rooms are described as comfortable and spacious, contributing positively to the overall experience.
Amenities
6.95
Lacked lunch menus and certain amenities that could enhance guest comfort, though overall comfort was noted.
Value for Money
7.45
General sentiment suggest value is reasonable but some guests raised concerns about added costs.
Food and Beverage
6.95
Food received mixed reviews; while generally good, some aspects like lunch options and meal service were critiqued.
Overall Experience
7.95
Guests enjoyed their stays and appreciated the overall charm of the hotel despite some service issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 06:56

Property Description

Stunning Views and Modern Comforts

The Portpatrick Hotel, perched on the edge of Galloway Cliffs, offers breathtaking views and modern amenities. The rooms feature private bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, and TVs, ensuring a comfortable stay. Guests can enjoy a freshly brewed cup of tea or coffee while admiring the scenic surroundings.

Delightful Dining and Entertainment

Indulge in a culinary experience at the hotel's elegant dining room, serving a blend of modern and traditional cuisine. Unwind in the cosy lounge bar, complete with a patio area for relaxation. Live entertainment adds a touch of excitement to some evenings, creating unforgettable memories.

Explore Nature and Heritage

Venture out to Logan Botanic Gardens or visit the majestic Culzean Castle for a day filled with exploration. The charming Portpatrick village below the hotel beckons for a leisurely stroll. Nature enthusiasts can also explore Loch Ryan and Glenluce Abbey, perfect for bird watching and fishing activities.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at Portpatrick Hotel!

Important information:

Please note the following Group and long stay Policies:
- Guests booking 5-9 rooms and guests booking 28 nights or more will be charged a 10% deposit at the time of booking
- Guests booking 10 rooms or more will be charged a 20% deposit at the time of booking
- This payment is nonrefundable and nontransferable.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 3444 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.95
Service: 7.45
Location: 8.95
Room Quality: 7.95
Amenities: 6.95
Value for Money: 7.45
Food and Beverage: 6.95
Overall Experience: 7.95
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Anne solo_traveller gb
1
Poor Review no. 500.
Pros:

The attitude of the young man trying to serve breakfast this morning, Saturday 11th July. We stopped to speak before we left the restaurant.

Cons:

The long list of poor reviews we should have read before we booked.
The uncleanness of the hotel, all areas. The attitude of the girl on reception as she delt with a young couple who changed their minds and declined to stay, leaving at 2230 hrs.
The absence of breakfast products, crockery and cutlery.
The unfased reaction from the reception girl when I spoke to her asking her to get assistance for the restaurant staff as guests were milling around the restaurant unable to get their breakfast and obviously extremely unhappy.
The condition of the room. Paint peeling and flaking off the walls. Bedbug boxes under the beds. Food food under the bed. No water in bottles available in the room. Wouldn't drink water from the taps. Grime on the radiators.
The levels of staff were so low that that is clearly a "Compass" strategy to keep costs down. Staff morale is rock bottom. Compass has clearly not invested in the building or staff training. No manager was available, it was all overseen by extremely young people with wholly inadequate customer service or in fact hospitality experience. We are clearly not the only guests who have complained, but poor feedback is clearly swiped away with excuses. There are not enough adjectives to describe how poor our stay was.
Poor infrastructure
Poor maintenance
Poor service
All streams from poor management, poor ownership.
What a shame. Clearly one of the largest employers in the town and the employees so disrespected by the hotel chain owners.
What a disgrace.
My advice, don't waste your money.
It may sell itself by it's strategic prominence overlooking the town........STAY AWAY ! YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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John solo_traveller gb
9
Enjoyable stay
Pros:

Ell was good, food, location and the staff were very helpful and very good.

Cons:

Our room could do with some upgrading, bathroom suite was tired and could do with being renewed. Some of the wall tiles were loose and ready to fall off.

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Jürgen solo_traveller de
6
"Überraschungsunterkunft"
Pros:

Der Service war freundlich.
Die Speisen in Ordnung.
Die Lage war super.

Cons:

Das angebotene und gebuchte Zimmer durch Booking.com entsprach nicht dem, was uns zur Verfügung gestellt wurde.
Erst nachdem ich an der Rezeption das Zimmer montiert hatte, bekamen wir 2 andere Zimmer zur Auswahl. Diese waren zwar besser, aber entsprachen leider immer noch nicht den gebuchten Leistungen.
Die Fotos entsprachen nicht der Realität.
Wir haben uns damit arrangiert.

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller gb
8
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Glynn solo_traveller gb
6
2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Justin solo_traveller gb
10
Cat Stevens wrote a song about this place, actually no he didn't but it fits, heaven
Pros:

The attentive and polite staff, the food, the rustic charm, the outstanding views!, the ease of access to the village and the bay/beach itself, the bar, the restaurant, and the amenities, if your after piece and quiet nestled within some of the most beautiful landscapes, this is the place to pick.

Cons:

That the staff seemed a bit overwhelmed with the higher influx of custom, but that's not their fault, again very professional, very attentive and incredibly warm and polite form the chef to the front desk staff to the night porter and housekeeping, lack of smithwicks but again it's not Ireland it's Scotland lol, for those inclined the bitters close enough!

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Brigitte couple de
7
2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Kim couple gb
8
We visit the area often and will definitely stay here again
Pros:

Staff very helpful. Hotel in fabulous location. Room was comfortable

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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gerald couple gb
7
Pros:

location and views

Cons:

room

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Kim couple gb
7
2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Susan solo_traveller au
8
2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Katrina solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Got upgrade to an apartment nothing was to much for the staff

2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller no
1
Anbefaler ikke
Pros:

Fin utsikt fra eiendommen

Cons:

Nedslitt og gammelt.
Veldig skittent både i fellesområder og rommene var rett og slett ekkel, var brunt belegg i badekaret og dusjforheng var revet bort med fri innsikt i vinduet.
Det var såppas skittent og ubehagelig at ingen av oss ville dusje der.

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Roshni solo_traveller gb
10
The staff including the receptionist, the staff in bar, and Jim the caretaker were all so helpful and kind. The view and
Pros:

The staff were so kind and helpful. The location was perfect and the view from the hotel was so beautiful

Cons:

It was a bit old but that gave it the rustic feel. And to be honest I loved it about the hotel

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Sarah couple gb
10
The hotel was spotless and staff were so helpful and friendly
Pros:

Very reasonably priced

Cons:

Amazing views

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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David solo_traveller gb
5
Position very good, service uninspiring.
Pros:

Uninspiring.

Cons:

Service not very good, staff training suspect.

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Mustafa Arslan solo_traveller at
10
Pros:

Hotel mit sehr schöner Aussicht. Zimmer groß und sehr schön. Check in geht sehr schnell. Parkplätze vorhanden.

Cons:

Frühstückbuffet nicht viel Auswahl

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Andrew couple gb
8
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Jill solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Amazing views and friendly staff.

Cons:

A little bit understaffed at times, so had to wait for service.

Some tired parts of the hotel.

Breakfast self serve a bit chaotic due to the layout.

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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hair couple us
8
Overall I would stay again
Pros:

Great view abd the food was excellent

Cons:

The patio furniture could use some updating and the bar wasn't staffed with its own person. The restaurant staff was doing double duty so you had to wait until someone popped into the bar or flag someone down

2026-06-30 via Nuitee