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North West Castle Hotel

3.0 star property
Travelers enjoy the indoor pool and arcade games at this welcoming hotel, where local flavors shine and staff members are always ready to help

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Located near the train station, North West Castle Hotel offers a peaceful garden setting and entertainment options. Guests can relax in the sauna or spa tub, stay fit at the gym, or enjoy regional specialties at the two on-site restaurants.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Classic Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Double Room (Classic)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Double Room ( Loch View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Classic Double or Twin Room, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin Room (Loch View )

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Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Quadruple Room (Classic)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Stranraer, North West Castle Hotel is near a train station and near the beach. Castle of St John and Glenluce Abbey are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Gkenwhan Gardens and Dunskey Garden. Visit our Stranraer travel guide
Map
Port Rodie, Stranraer, Scotland, DG9 8EH

What's nearby

  • Stranraer Museum
    Stranraer Museum
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Port Of Larne roundabout and Harbour highway Co Antrim Northern Ireland 02-02-2023
    Cairnryan Port
    8 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Mull of Galloway Trail - North
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Castle of St John
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal
    12 min drive - 8.1 miles

Getting around

  • Stranraer Station
    7 min walk
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick)
    90 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Fig & Olive
    9 min walk
  • Henry's Bay House
    9 min walk
  • The Coffee Bean
    6 min walk
  • Hong Kong City
    6 min walk
  • The Crown
    11 min drive

About this property

North West Castle Hotel

Hotel near a train station
Take advantage of a garden, an arcade/game room, and dry cleaning/laundry services at North West Castle Hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and local cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as 2 bars and a gym.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a ballroom, and a gift shop
  • A billiards/pool table, smoke-free premises, and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 73 rooms boast comforts such as bathrobes, as well as perks like free WiFi and free bottled water. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

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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 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 13 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 13.00 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, debit cards, and cash
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

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Castle North West
North West Castle
North West Castle Hotel
North West Castle Hotel Stranraer
North West Castle Stranraer
North West Hotel
West Castle
North West Castle Hotel Hotel
North West Castle Hotel Stranraer
North West Castle Hotel Hotel Stranraer

Frequently asked questions

Does North West Castle Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is North West Castle Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this 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?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at North West Castle Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at North West Castle Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is North West Castle Hotel located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Stranraer Museum, Mull of Galloway Trail - North, and Castle of St John. Castle Kennedy Gardens and Cairnryan Port are also within 6 mi (10 km). Stranraer Station is 7 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

North West Castle Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 449 out of 891 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 294 out of 891 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 891 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 891 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 891 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely new refurbished modern room, smart tv, comfortable bed and modern bathroom with modern shower, have stayed here many times, never fails to deliver.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pru

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, pleasant staff, swimming opportunities, different venues for food
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were really really lovely. Nice feel to the place. Great amount of EV chargers on site. Place was clean. Smart tv in room which was nice. Only downside really was the walls are thin, so we could hear multiple rooms through the night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast a bit oily but a great place to stay; also staff really helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing hotel with excellent facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Amenities
Lovely hotel staff very helpful, hotel in general needs a refurbishment but I’m aware they have started this, a large hotel so will take sometime, Overall with the swimming pool leisure area well worth the money will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large bedrooms, friendly & helpful staff and, if travelling with pets, absolutely perfect. Have stayed overnight many times when catching the ferry .... wouldn't stay anywhere else AND the chef does a mean cooked breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delightful hotel. Very clean and wonderful staff. It's not the most modern decor but that's part of the charm. It has an honest vintage interior but it's been well maintained. The swimming pool, spa pool and sauna were great and very quiet. The games room was a lot of fun. We were really impressed and would visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, spacious room, nice restaurant and...Curling on site!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal place to stay especially when travelling with a dog. Lovely food, perfect breakfast & great walks from the front door!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kieran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great bed, great breakfast, great staff, great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward

First class. Everyone helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I loved the room! It was so spacious and very clean. The staff were friendly and helpful too.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lee

The room was spotless, if a little old-fashioned The breakfast was superb, all bar and serving staff were attentive and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice building, staff very friendly and professional.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was a good size and we were lucky to be facing the loch. Looked to be have been updated recently. All the staff were excellent, especially in the restaurant. I would suggest you have a look at the water pressure for the showers though. I'd look to stay again if I was heading to Stranraer
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice staff, basic facilities, great food
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed for one night, unfortunately arrived too late to make use of any of the facilities , but the room was lovely and warm and we had a well needed sleep before continuing our journeys the following day. Unfortunately too early to experience the breakfasts
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff on both visits were really friendly and helpful We will definitely return perfect stay to catch the ferry Belfast .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Travelling down to get the early ferry with our dog. Great value for money, dog friendly and easy to get to ferry for Belfast. Decor, etc is bit old fashioned but wasn’t an issue. Great option for the early ferry. .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Cleanest hotel I have stopped in. Excellent Breakfast and evening food. Found out that they have a Curling Sports Centre where the sport of Curling is done. Currently this team are the world champions. if you are looking for a Hotel in Stranraer, definitely go to the North West Castle Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good all round service and help, good facilities and location of the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room. Friendly staff. Room correct temperature (on a cold night outside) and bed very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful property, lovely meals and a very comfortable bed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were AMAZING all around. Room was large, clean & comfortable. Food was delicious
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025