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The Harbour House Hotel

3.0 star property
Beach bed & breakfast with a restaurant and a bar

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The Harbour House Hotel sits right at the ocean's edge, offering a genuine coastal escape. Guests can enjoy British dishes while taking in water views at the Bar & Bistro, find quiet moments on the garden terrace, or borrow a good book from the hotel's library collection.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Fireplace
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 4 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 4 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Double Room, Sea View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
53 MAIN STREET, Stranraer, Scotland, DG9 8JW

What's nearby

  • Dunskey Garden - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Castle Kennedy Gardens - 22 min drive - 14.8 miles
  • Cairnryan Port - 23 min drive - 16.6 miles
  • Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal - 28 min drive - 18.7 miles
  • Port Logan Beach - 30 min drive - 17.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fig & Olive - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hong Kong City - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Henry's Bay House - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Crown - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Harbour House Hotel

Bed & breakfast by the sea
At The Harbour House Hotel, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a library. The on-site British cuisine restaurant, Bar & Bistro, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • English breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • Limited onsite 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 elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1750
  • Georgian architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
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 English breakfast: approximately GBP 10.00 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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

Is The Harbour House Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Harbour House Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Harbour House Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Harbour House Hotel located?

Situated in Stranraer, this beach bed & breakfast is 1.3 mi (2.1 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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The Harbour House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 292 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 97 out of 292 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 292 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 292 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 292 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Scenic beautiful place. Lively pubs, lovely atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

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

Enjoyable stay

Enjoyed our overnight stay in Portpatrick at the Harbour House Hotel. Great location, very helpful staff, lovely food. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent short break
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel in a gorgeous village
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catriona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable bed and friendly staff. We arrived late after a ferry delay. The staff were very accommodating and even advised us on where we could get a late takeaway in Stranraer. Port Patrick was wonderfully peaceful and relaxing (we visited in late Autumn). We ended up staying until dinnertime rather than leaving straightaway as planned. We enjoyed walking the seafront with our children and dog. An overnight stop that turned into a nice break.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One night stay and great value for money would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were very good and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and lovely spacious room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good meals and staff friendly. Upstairs 2 bed flat was clean and ideal for our needs. The enclosed garden at back was great for our dog. Will return to this hotel and the wonderful town of Portpatrick.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

LORNA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice seaviews
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very informative. No fuss very pleasentand friendly .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nikki

Liked: Staff & service

Not too bad with excellent location & lovely staff

The hotel is decent. It is a little old looking and a touch run down however the staff are lovely and the location is perfect! So actually for what we needed it was great. We weren't sure about breakfast as nobody mentioned anything so we ended up not going for breakfast at all. The bar serve a good selection of drinks and there is music on at the weekend which is a nice touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location nice staff roof 5 sea view sleep & breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent position overlooking seafront. Low ceilings and steep stairs to attic room but understandable given age of building. No dedicated parking but can park close by (free) provided not at a busy time with daytrippers. Excellent meals served in bar.
Views from room
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place , great staff lively breakfast .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

3 lads, the bikes and a lighthouse.

Stayed in lighthouse apartment. Easy check in, staff were brilliant, location amazing. Food fantastic on evening, breakfast was fantastic. Apartment was big, clean and very comfortable. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

Great place.

Excellent service all round. The food was brilliant, the beds comfy and the staff couldn't be more helpful. The apartment we were in was beautiful and very spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

LAURA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed with my child in a twin room, a lovely window seat on looking the sea to the side, tea and coffee with complimentary biscuits. Beds very comfy, warm and clean room with a large shower bathroom with complimentary hand soap, shower gel and body wash. Modern and clean areas, the door to our room was abit awkward to lock but after a few attempts we managed. The bar and restaurant area downstairs is inviting, staff friendly and helpful. Car parking is on the street or plenty car parks outside along the harbour and car parks in multiple places by the shore front, all easy access, easy walking distance and free.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, clean, quiet area. Sea view. Happy staff, willing to help. Very enjoyable 3 nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Marilyn

Right in the heart of the village
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ben

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

Hidden gem

This is a hidden gem booked only as a stop over coming back from belfast to go home the next morning and glad i found this place . Staff brilliant they waited 2 hours after check in finished as we ran late, 3 people stayed in group we had a 2 bed apartment whixh had so much space and was really clean, breakfast was amazing the next day and portpatrick is a wonderfully beautiful little village. My only regrets was i didnt get there quicker and couldnt stay longer
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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