Craignelder Hotel

Hotels
9 (853 reviews)
Cairnryan road , Stranraer , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
Heating
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great food and beverage
Clean and fresh environment
Cons:
Limited parking
Some rooms may need updates

Categories

Cleanliness
8.21
The hotel was clean and fresh based on multiple positive mentions.
Service
9.68
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.22
Great location with proximity to the ferry terminal and the sea front.
Room Quality
8.17
Some rooms are smaller and in need of updates, but overall comfortable.
Amenities
9.2
Well-equipped bar and restaurant; the breakfast was highly appreciated.
Value for Money
9.16
Guests expressed that the food and accommodations offered excellent value.
Food and Beverage
9.21
Food quality was frequently praised, with dinner and breakfast highlighted.
Overall Experience
9.18
Overall positive experiences mentioned throughout the reviews.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 15:51

Property Description

Picturesque Views and Convenient Location
Located in south-west Scotland overlooking Loch Ryan, Craignelder Hotel offers stunning views and easy access to ferry ports to Ireland.

Comfortable Rooms and Dining Options
The hotel features en suite rooms with flat-screen TVs and complimentary toiletries. Guests can enjoy traditional meals at the on-site restaurant and start their day with a full cooked breakfast.

Local Amenities and Attractions
Within a 5-minute walk, guests can explore various shops, restaurants, and even catch a Stranraer FC game nearby.

Ready to experience a relaxing stay with breathtaking views? Book your stay at Craignelder Hotel now!

Important information:

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 853 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.21
Service: 9.68
Location: 9.22
Room Quality: 8.17
Amenities: 9.2
Value for Money: 9.16
Food and Beverage: 9.21
Overall Experience: 9.18
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Mark solo_traveller gb
5
2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Andrew solo_traveller gb
9
Friendly Hotel. Great food service in bar
Pros:

Very friendly staff

Great food - breakfast included : also chose to eat my evening meal here which was excellent

Room comfortable but was very aware of noises from other rooms in the corridor- was awake until after 0100 as a result of disturbances

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Martin solo_traveller at
10
Preis und Leistung sind okay 👍
Pros:

Die gute Verkehrsanbindung.
Das Personal ist freundlich und das Frühstück ausreichend. Der Parkplatz am Hoteleigenen Gelände ist sehr von Vorteil.

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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M C couple ie
10
Staff were fantastic
Pros:

Location

Cons:

No beer garden

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Lorraine couple gb
10
Our room was comfortable and had a lovely view over the water. Staff were great amd nothing was a problem, was also impr
Pros:

Easily accessible, and no problem parking

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Ohagan solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Lovely hotel and staff

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Jill couple gb
10
2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Hector solo_traveller gb
10
Great Stay
Pros:

Fantastic little spot. Staff were super friendly and made our stay perfect. We had a fantastic evening meal and the breakfast was perfect

Cons:

Not that we didn't like but the room was small and could be updated but wouldn't let that put me off .

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Simon solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Gordon solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Christopher extended_group gb
9
Pros:

Excellent meals - book as the restaurant is very popular with non- residents.
Room very clean and comfortable.

Cons:

Hot weather and no air-con.

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Sharon solo_traveller us
8
Good experience of small town Scottish life.
Pros:

Lovely, quaint accommodation. Staff were great. Food was good, especially breakfast.

Cons:

No lift, but I understand.

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Durrand couple gb
5
Happy with my stay, Could do with a few improvements
Pros:

i liked how easy and accessible it was and the breakfast was really nice.

Cons:

The room was too hot even with the window open, The tv kept flashing

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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chris couple gb
8
2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Olaf solo_traveller gb
9
a well frequented and comfortable hotel with great breakfasts and kind staff
Pros:

staff were extremely helpful and accommodating of needs arriving from late arrival and issues that arose. good at communicative. kind and generous hearted.

Cons:

the shower was tricky to get going as there was a fold in the pipe, not immediately apparent why water wasnt flowing.

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Greg solo_traveller pl
10
Pros:

Bardzo pomocny personel.
Bez problemowa komunikacja.
Pokój czyściutki i cichy. Nr8. Widok na zatoczkę. Cicho.
Łazienka schludna.
Szerokie łóżko: )
Śniadanie smaczne i sycące (full scottish)

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Frederique extended_group fr
8
Very good option for Stanrear
Pros:

Fully renovated rooms, well decorated and soundproof. Nice bathroom. Room 9 is particularly nice.

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Andrea solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Judith couple gb
10
See above
Pros:

Exellent location with a beautiful view across Loch Ryan. Comfortable accommodation and very clean. The breakfast was great and we had dinner both nights of our stay. The food is very good and the service is Exellent. The staff are smiley and very pleasant and professional. I would stay here again and recommend it to others.

Cons:

All good

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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crawford solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

We liked staying there as its handy for the boat back to Northern Ireland. Lovely place to stay and very quite. They are getting the outside all painted and it is looking really well. We have stayed there before. The staff are lovely and the find was good.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee