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The Harbour House Hotel

3.0 star property
Bayside bed & breakfast with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Beach/ocean view
View from property
View from property
Garden
Front of property

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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53 MAIN STREET, Stranraer, Scotland, DG9 8JW
  • Dunskey Garden
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Castle of St John
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Stranraer Museum
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Family Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Fireplace
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 4 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 3 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
  • 6 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Stranraer

At The Harbour House Hotel, you'll be 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Dunskey Garden and 10.2 km (6.4 mi) from Castle of St John. Highlights at this beach B&B include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .Bar & Bistro serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The bed & breakfast's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning English breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .In proximity to this 3-property class Stranraer B&B you'll find Cairnryan Port.
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What's nearby

  • Dunskey Garden - 2 min drive
  • Castle of St John - 12 min drive
  • Cairnryan Port - 19 min drive
  • Castle Kennedy Gardens - 22 min drive
  • Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Stranraer Station - 17 min drive
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hong Kong City - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Henrys Bay House Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bar Pazz - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Custom House - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starfish Restaurant - ‬12 min drive

About this property

The Harbour House Hotel

Bayside bed & breakfast with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at The Harbour House Hotel.

This 3-star Stranraer bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1750
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Harbour House Hotel offers 11 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary slippers. This individually furnished accommodation includes desks. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Stranraer bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Street parking available
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 10 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bar & Bistro

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 10.00 for adults and from GBP 10.00 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

HARBOUR HOUSE HOTEL Stranraer
The Harbour House Stranraer
THE HARBOUR HOUSE HOTEL Stranraer
THE HARBOUR HOUSE HOTEL Bed & breakfast
THE HARBOUR HOUSE HOTEL Bed & breakfast Stranraer

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Harbour House Hotel?

The Harbour House Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Harbour House Hotel?

Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Harbour House Hotel?

The closest beach to The Harbour House Hotel is Port Logan Beach (16.5 km).

Does The Harbour House Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, English breakfast is on offer daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Harbour House Hotel?

No, The Harbour House Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Harbour House Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Harbour House Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Harbour House Hotel?

Cats and dogs are welcome at The Harbour House Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer.

The Harbour House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 235 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 235 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 235 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 235 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 235 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff very hospitable. Good for dog owners
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
disappointing self catering
basic self catering accommodation as we were not in the hotel itself. good service but unable to sort out the issues caused by hotel.com, ie we booked as B&B hotel .com. did not carry this through. beds clean but really poor mattress. needs a revamp and overhaul of beds and furnishing.okay overall for price we paid but would be really disappointed if peak prices were paid. excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing stay. Would give more stars if I could. Just what we needed for a relaxing night away with the doggy! Thank you so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was good for the price. Breakfast was good certain items bit overcooked. On the whole value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
The hotel is nice and in a great location. The room is a dent size with a recently renovated bathroom. of good value. The restaurant is good as well
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Chris

Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fleur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, beautiful space
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second visit this year. Enjoyed the whole experience and have already booked our return
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ainslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff, from check-in to departure were friendly and efficient. Our room was excellent - loved our seaview from the comfortable seats in the bay window! Our stay was fantastic value and we are looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely overnight stay in Portpatrick
Had a really nice stay at the Harbour House. Staff were all very nice and helpful, building was exactly as I expected (homely) and bedroom was grand. Great view of harbour when I opened the curtains in the morning. Would definitely recommend and will be back for sure
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keri

Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, Chichester

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The uniqueness of our attic room, with lovely view of the harbour. Excellent service and attentiveness from staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Angela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Asked for ocean view and double room got apartment with view of houses never got there till 5 and hotel was full staff said they had moved everthing about mmmmmmonly paid £81 for apartment enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Smallest bathroom I've ever been in. Room wasn't service in the 4 days even when I asked for the bins to be emptied. Breakfast very average and evening meals over priced.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Colin

Beware of live music
The hotel should mention that they have live music on Friday nights. Was on the top floor but could still hear and feel the music. could not sleep between 9pm and midnight. If I had known, I would have book elsewhere as we had to get up early and leave in the morning. People in the room close were so noisy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Stayed for two nights. Good food, clean,helpful staff. Will definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Trevor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on seafront. Lovely view from conservatory where we ate our meals. Some parts of the property are looking a bit tired.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jackie

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice view of harbour in 4 bed room .. although music from bar on Saturday night was a bit loud till midnight. Staff were friendly and overall nice stay for a basic hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

RA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jenni

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Monty

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not a pleasant trip
A number of items made by stay there unpleasant: 1. Their page on Hotels.com says that they have parking. When I got there I could not find their carpark so I rang to ask them. I was told they don't have their own carpark as such, but there is street parking. I had to park about 350 yards from the hotel and walk in the pouring rain with two suitcases. 2. I was told my room had a partial sea-view. There was no sea-view at all (see attached photos). 3. The table I was given to eat my meal at was dirty and sticky, to the point that I could not even rest my arms on the table (see attached photo). 4. The mattress was really cheap and thin. Every time I sat on the bed it felt like I was sitting on a brick wall. It wasn't very comfortable to sleep on either.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Kathy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The check in was excellent the lady at Reception whose name was Jennifer could not do enough for you. She was professional charming polite very helpful. I did not have any issues but my partner did as in the next statement. Next morning at breakfast we found that we were not checked in for breakfast even though we confirmed this with Jennifer the staff who were on said we were not and got quite rude about it one whose name was keiran was not happy we had turned up at 9.30. He said we weren't booked in. He stood over my partner in an aggressive behaviour and said YOUR NOT BOOKED IN..RIGHT. He then left and the other staff member offered us a table which was dirty which was pointed out so cleaned it down then took ages to prepare it. We eventually got something to eat. Whilst we were eating my partner overheard Keiran swearing at the other members of staff. Late on that day my partner confronted him about the way he spoke to him at breakfast and he informed him that he argued with him, he turned round and said your still arguing with him, so we left. The following morning we came down to breakfast we were shown to our table without any fuss the staff were polite and helpful. In the evening my partner asked the kitchen staff if they could put his gel packs and freezer blocks in their freezer which they did so. Upon checking out we handed the key over I went to load the car I left my partner waiting for his freezerpacks, to be told there wasnt any. Worst experience of our lives
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024