North West Castle Hotel

Hotels
Bespoke
8.6 (196 reviews)
Port Rodie, Stranraer, Scotland, DG9 8EH , Stranraer , GB

Pets allowed

Facilities

Meeting rooms
Fitness facilities
Arcade/game room
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Garden
Luggage storage
Sauna
Elevator
Fitness facilities
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Fantastic staff
Great location
Cons:
Outdated rooms
Inconsistent meal quality

Categories

Cleanliness
7.81
Mixed reviews; some mention cleanliness but there are also comments about outdated and grubby conditions.
Service
9.28
Staff were consistently described as fantastic, friendly, and welcoming.
Location
9.32
Hotel is in a perfect location close to town and amenities.
Room Quality
7.77
Rooms were described as dated and some mentioned uncomfortable conditions.
Amenities
8.8
Swimming pool, hot tub, and sauna were positive extras mentioned.
Value for Money
8.26
Some reviews question the value based on room condition versus price.
Food and Beverage
8.81
Breakfast and some meals received praise; however, a couple of meals were disappointing.
Overall Experience
8.78
Overall stays were enjoyable despite some issues with room quality.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 12:09

Property Description

Welcome to North West Castle Hotel, your ultimate retreat in Stranraer!

Recreational Paradise
Dive into relaxation with our indoor pool, unwind in the hot tub, or soothe your senses in the sauna. Whether you're looking for a refreshing swim or a leisurely soak, our facilities ensure a rejuvenating stay.

Dining Delights
Savor delightful meals at our two on-site restaurants, or indulge in 24-hour room service from the comfort of your room. Enjoy a refreshing drink at our bars/lounges, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration.

Comfort Meets Convenience
Each of our 73 charming guest rooms features flat-screen TVs and complimentary Wi-Fi. With private bathrooms equipped with essentials, electric kettles for your morning brew, and daily housekeeping, your comfort is our priority.

Experience the best of Stranraer—book your stay at North West Castle Hotel today!

Important information:

  • Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: PIK

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Maximum number of pets per room 2

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

See all policies

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 196 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.81
Service: 9.28
Location: 9.32
Room Quality: 7.77
Amenities: 8.8
Value for Money: 8.26
Food and Beverage: 8.81
Overall Experience: 8.78
P
Patrick couple gb
9
Very comfortable
Pros:

Very friendly and helpful staff

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
M
Melanie extended_group gb
7
2026-07-04 via Nuitee
H
Henry solo_traveller gb
9
2026-07-04 via Nuitee
P
Paul couple gb
10
2026-07-03 via Nuitee
K
kinnaird solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Location and Welcome was friendly nice location and close to town centre.

Cons:

Everything was fine the staff were excellent especially Leah in the bar and Alan in the restaurant both are a huge asset to the company.

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
G
Gerard family_with_children ie
8
Worth the stay. Staff are great.
Pros:

Staff and rooms and location are amazing.

2nd time staying here in 10 days as location is perfect for ferry.

Cons:

Again just the facilities, sauna and jacuzzi need some TLC. But this would not stop me from staying here again.

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
R
Raymond couple gb
8
A great stop off hotel with all the usual facilities & its closeness to Irish ferry terminals at Cairnryan
Pros:

The location to ferry terminal that offered good value for money and the additional facilities of a pool & dinner provision within hotel.

Cons:

No disability parking close to main door entrance. No lift facility due to it being an old building.

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
S
Shirley couple gb
8
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
W
Wilma solo_traveller gb
9
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
A
Allen couple gb
9
Excellent would go back
Pros:

Fine

Cons:

Everything perfect

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
M
Marie solo_traveller gb
9
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
C
Croydon solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
R
Ross solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Staff were all great

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
J
Jean solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
C
Conniss solo_traveller gb
4
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
C
Catriona couple gb
9
A very comfortable stay and great location
Pros:

The staff were very friendly. Dinner was very good and there is a lovely bar with several sitting areas.

The rooms are clean and very comfortable and lovely bathrooms

There is also a very large games room in the hotel and my friend and I had a game of carpet curling. Great fun.

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
M
Margaret couple au
8
Lovely atmosphere and helpful staff
Pros:

Nice location

Cons:

Bed was small and not so comfy

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
D
Desmond couple gb
8
Excellent rest and room service.
Pros:

We were tired from a long journey, the interior of the hotel appeared to have been recently and very well refurbished. We had a spacious room, very comfortable and much needed sleep and availed of the room service breakfast.
The breakfast was delivered on time and was excellent.
We were sorry we did not have time to stay longer and try the dining room.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
R
Robert solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

.

Cons:

.

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
H
Helen couple gb
9
Very relaxing break great location and worth the money
Pros:

Lovely big room very comfortable

Cons:

Lift showing its age our dog was terrified of it

2026-06-28 via Nuitee