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North West Castle Hotel

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A room with a fireplace, two leather chairs, a table with glasses and a bottle, and a clock above the mantelpiece. - North West Castle Hotel (Stranraer)
A swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and tiled walls. - North West Castle Hotel (Stranraer)
A formal dining room with a grand piano, multiple tables set for dining, and elegant chandeliers. - North West Castle Hotel (Stranraer)
A courtyard with a white building featuring a stone facade and columns, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants. - North West Castle Hotel (Stranraer)
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a painting on the wall. - North West Castle Hotel (Stranraer)
You can look forward to 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. In addition to 2 bars and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden headboard, and a wall with a floral pattern.

Classic Double Family Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Family Double Room ( Loch View)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a television, two chairs, a small table, and curtains.

Classic Double or Twin Room-Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, and two wall-mounted lamps.

Classic Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(46 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a floral pillow and a headboard. There are two paintings on the walls, one above each bed.

Classic Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a neatly made bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden headboard, and floral wallpaper.

Family Double Room (Classic)

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a painting on the wall.

Family Double Room ( Loch View)

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Classic Double or Twin Room, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a small round table, two chairs, and a window with curtains.

Double or Twin Room

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

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand, a chair, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

Double or Twin Room (Loch View )

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

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A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a wooden dresser, a television, and a window with curtains.

Family Quadruple Room (Classic)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, a round table, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 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
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Port Rodie, Stranraer, Scotland, DG9 8EH

What's nearby

  • A historic building with a clock tower, a museum sign, and a red door.
    Stranraer Museum
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mull of Galloway Trail - North
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Castle of St John
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Agnew Park
    14 min walk - 0.8 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
  • The Shoreline
    5 min walk
  • The Grapes
    7 min walk
  • The Coffee Bean
    6 min walk
  • Driftwood
    12 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered 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

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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

Property class

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

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. Stranraer Marina and Agnew Park are also within 15 minutes. Stranraer Station is 7 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

North West Castle Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 522 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 318 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1006 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely hotel lovely helpful staff and meals were great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice hotel, restaurant top tier, excellent food, breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of great facilities in the hotel and the staff are extremely helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, comfy bed, hot shower and a good breakfast. The staff were very friendly and helpful. A perfect couple of nights rest after some long days travelling, just what I needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great show in the ice rink. Lovely big room. Great breakfast and plenty of room for parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean room and around the place, breakfast was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was lovely and comfortable. The staff was so helpful and caring. We enjoyed our short visit.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed with a party of 13 Ramblers. Great to discover there was an efficient drying room for kit in the laundry area. The staff were very efficient at serving us all in the evening. Nobody was kept waiting despite the size of the party .
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, comfortable, with a great restaurant!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Stayed for 2 nights on bed & breakfast rate. Rooms clean , beds very comfortable, bath & shower both available. Tea, coffee making facilities and biscuits available in room which is always a nice touch. A fresh cooked breakfast to order , which was delicious & piping hot , as was the pot of coffee that was served. Staff are the most pleasant and helpful any time we have visited hence would definitely recommend and would stay again !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely clean hotel the staff were very helpful and friendly, very handy location if using the ferry terminal at Cairn Ryan
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Meals great, staff very attentive
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Good relaxing break. Good food also.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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The staff are very helpful, always smiling, the breakfast was good, and the restaurant was excellent 👌 very good service Hotel very clean and tidy Amenities good, swimming pool, pool table snooker table,bowls good hotel for the railway station 5min walk
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overnight stay at this hotel en route to Ireland. Comfortable beds, enjoyable meal in the hotel restaurant and helpful friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Property was clean but a bit dated . Understand some rooms have been upgraded but not ours but bed was comfortable and plenty hot water . Breakfast was good even though they were extremely busy when we had it
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quality hotel comfortable spacious rooms good value. Evening meal was excellent staff were very friendly and helpful. Great place to stay before taking morning ferry to Ireland
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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We both thoroughly enjoyed our one night stay at NWC & will definitely stay again. We did not use any of the amenities but we were impressed with the number of amenities which were available. Staff were friendly & helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast was fantastic freshy cooked Staff friendly and helpfull
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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It’s always a joy staying in the North West Castle. The rooms are really big and the staff are extremely welcoming and helpful. The only downside was that during the heatwave, the room had become quite warm.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The food in the dining room was tasty, well-cooked and there was a good choice. All the staff were very friendly. All in all a very comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The Northwest Castle is a very out dated hotel, needs to update especially the rooms. We stayed in a bungalow which surprised me as I thought we were staying in the hotel. The staff are lovely , very helpful and very friendly. The food is average. For £121 per night b&b I would expect better. Bathrooms old with deep bath and poor shower above the bath. Stayed a couple of times the first time being in the hotel. Wouldn't stay again unless guaranteed a hotel stay and a modern room. Shame!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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We had a great stay at NW Castle, it suit us perfectly as the kids were well entertained with the games room and pool. Our room was recently renovated and this was hugely welcomed as I had been expecting a tired decor. The hotel is full of charm and that added to the unique experience. All staff were fabulous and helpful. We will likely return for our next trip to Stranraer, thank you to the team.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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This hotel is a great place to stay, eat and play. Beds are great. Food was delicious. Location is handy and scenic.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Another wonderful stay. Great for pre or post sailing. The staff are fantastic and so helpful and friendly. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026