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Fernhill Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Stranraer with a restaurant and a bar

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View from property
Balcony view
Reception
Flat-screen TV
Garden
Fernhill Hotel sits right on a golf course, offering a peaceful getaway with breakfast at its restaurant and garden walks. Guests can play a full 18 holes, store luggage, or use dry cleaning services. Former visitors consistently mention the staff's helpfulness.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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Superior Twin Room, Balcony, Sea View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Superior Twin Room, Balcony, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room, Sea View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Superior Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Suite, Sea View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Junior Suite, Sea View

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View (1) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View (1)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Classic Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Classic Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Sea View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Superior Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Sea View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Single Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Classic Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Classic Double Room, Sea View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Classic Double Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Double or Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Basic Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Stranraer, Fernhill Hotel is next to a golf course and near the beach. Mull of Galloway Trail - North and Ringdoo Sands reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Dunskey Garden and Ardwell Gardens. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Heugh Road, Stranraer, Scotland, DG9 8TD

What's nearby

  • Dunskey Garden - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Castle Kennedy Gardens - 20 min drive - 14.4 miles
  • Cairnryan Port - 23 min drive - 16.4 miles
  • Port Logan Beach - 26 min drive - 17.5 miles
  • Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal - 27 min drive - 18.5 miles

Getting around

  • Stranraer Station - 13 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 145 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fig & Olive - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hong Kong City - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Harbour House Hotel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Crown - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Bean - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Fernhill Hotel

Hotel adjacent to a golf course
Consider a stay at Fernhill Hotel and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage, and a banquet hall
  • Smoke-free premises and 1 meeting room
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Fernhill Hotel have comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Fernhill Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Fernhill Hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Fernhill Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Fernhill Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Fernhill Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Fernhill Hotel located?

Situated in Stranraer, this golf hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Dunskey Garden and within 9 mi (15 km) of Castle of St John and Stranraer Museum. Mull of Galloway Trail - North and Ringdoo Sands are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Fernhill Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 200 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 200 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 200 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 200 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 200 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, excellent breakfast and superb view from the bedroom window and dining room.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were exceptionally helpful... Dining was a pleasure with excellent service and amazing views.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morag

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All staff were first class and views from our bedroom amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Nice hotel with fabulous views. The staff were great and made our stay very pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhona

Liked: Amenities
Fabulous view from our bedroom & the hotel dining room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay as always.

Another lovely stay at Fernhill. We had a lovely room with a sea view. Breakfast and dinner were excellent as always. It’s nice to see the same staff every time. Always a good sign.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marshall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Situation and staff
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

charanjit

Liked: Cleanliness
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Great location. Friendly, helpful staff. Very comfortable bedroom. Only quibble was with the coffee/ hot water machine. Temperamental. Such good table service could include a pot of tea or coffee?
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff,great food and beautiful views
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here a couple of times recently and have enjoyed our stay on each occasion. The hotel is comfortable with great sea views from some rooms. The staff are very friendly and have made us feel very welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Moira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed out stay. The room was nicely decorated, food good and staff all helpful We would happily stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovley location, friendly attentive staff, room fine
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean, great staff and dog friendly

The hotel was spotless, the staff were very helpful and informative, we had a small dog and everyone was friendly and made us all feel at home
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alastair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Portpatrick bliss

Great hotel, clean spacious rooms, amazing views, wonderful dining and very competent and attentive staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay.

Excellent standard of service delivered by friendly professional staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The beautiful views and the friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dog friendly and the harbour was picturesque
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lars

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay

Great hotel, food was excellent and the staff couldn't do enough for us. Will definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Hotel, Fab views from the Rooms of the Sea and pretty town. Food terrific and Bar and Restaurant staff a credit to the place. Loved it and will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from the rooms window stunning also service excellent nothing to much trouble for the staff Staying there again in august Food excellent Rooms very comfy
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fernhill Portpatrick

Nice hotel with a homely feel, great breakfast with a beautiful view.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely place to stay in Portpatrick

Had a fantastic short break at Fernhill Hotel. The staff really looked after us and were second to none. Parking was easy and the views across the bay were beautiful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Visit with friend

Clean and well maintained hotel with fantastic sea view. Short walk to Portpatrick harbour. Extremely friendly place to visit, helped by an excellent hotel experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Magnificent view from the room and at dinner. We will definitely come back here
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

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