Ballantrae Travel Guide

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Ardstinchar Bridge across the River Stinchar in Ballantrae. This old bridge was built in 1770 from the stones of the ruined Ardstinchar Castle, which is just above the bridge on the hillside. It was abandoned in 1964. #InStone #River
Ardstinchar Bridge across the River Stinchar in Ballantrae. This old bridge was built in 1770 from the stones of the ruined Ardstinchar Castle, which is just above the bridge on the hillside. It was abandoned in 1964. #InStone #River
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In the background is the only remnants of the Ardstinchair Castle remaining to this day. Ardstinchar Castle is a late medieval castle in the west coast of Ayrshire at the mouth of the River Stinchar. It was built by Hugh Kennedy of Ardstinchar in the mid-15th century. In the 1770s, the castle was demolished and the stone was used to build a bridge. In the middle is a war memorial.
Ballantrae Spit. Shingle spit at the mouth of River Stinchar with Downan Hill to South
Photo by Mary and Angus Hogg (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

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A perfect coastal escape for couples and friends.

A perfect coastal escape for couples and friends.

Ballantrae
Stay at this cottage in Girvan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and a garden. Popular attractions Pebbles Spa and Ayrshire Coastal Path Trail Head are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
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Spotless clean had everything we needed would have liked hand rail on the 2 steps going out the back for people with bad legs etc

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

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A perfect coastal escape for couples and friends.
North West Castle Hotel

North West Castle Hotel

3 out of 5
Port Rodie Stranraer Scotland
The price is AU$124 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$124
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Stranraer. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (884 reviews)
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Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

North West Castle Hotel
The Portpatrick Hotel by Compass Hospitality

The Portpatrick Hotel by Compass Hospitality

3 out of 5
Heugh Road Stranraer Scotland
The price is AU$111 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$111
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Stranraer. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (530 reviews)
Check in was quick and easy, staff were friendly and polite, room was clean and tidy, dinner was nice, only downside I can say, is the TV was tiny

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

The Portpatrick Hotel by Compass Hospitality
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A perfect coastal escape for couples and friends.

A perfect coastal escape for couples and friends.

Ballantrae
Stay at this cottage in Girvan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and a garden. Popular attractions Pebbles Spa and Ayrshire Coastal Path Trail Head are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
S
Spotless clean had everything we needed would have liked hand rail on the 2 steps going out the back for people with bad legs etc

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

A perfect coastal escape for couples and friends.
Galloway Steading Luxury Glamping Pods

Galloway Steading Luxury Glamping Pods

3.5 out of 5
6 Mains of Park Newton Stewart Scotland
Stay at this golf cabin in Newton Stewart. Enjoy free parking, a golf course and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Luce Sands and Glenluce Abbey are located ...
Galloway Steading Luxury Glamping Pods
Dairy Cottage East Challoch Farm

Dairy Cottage East Challoch Farm

Stranraer SCT
Stay at this holiday home in Stranraer. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Gkenwhan Gardens and Glenluce Abbey are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
Christmas break with family.
A very comfortable and warm house,we all enjoyed ourselves,4 adults and the dogs!Joan and her husband were very friendly,we were welcomed by Joan on our arrival.It was hsrd to.leave as we were settled and comfortable. Another lovely part of Dumfries and Galloway.We enjoyed the animals on the farm.Thanks ...

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2024

Dairy Cottage East Challoch Farm
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Popular places to visit

Ailsa Craig

Explore the great outdoors at Ailsa Craig, a lovely green space in Girvan. Visit the spas in this relaxing area or simply enjoy its bars.

Ailsa Craig

Turnberry Resort Golf Courses

Enjoy a round of golf in Turnberry at Turnberry Resort Golf Courses. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Turnberry Resort Golf Courses

Turnberry Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Turnberry at Turnberry Golf Club. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Turnberry Golf Club

Girvan Beach

4/5(1 review)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Girvan Beach during your travels in Girvan? Discover the spas in this relaxing area or seek out its golf courses.

Girvan Beach

Girvan Community Garden

Enjoy an outing to Girvan Community Garden during your stay in Girvan. Discover the spas in this relaxing area or seek out its golf courses.

Girvan Community Garden

Pebbles Spa

You can take time to visit Pebbles Spa during your travels to Lendalfoot. Visit the spas in this relaxing area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Pebbles Spa

Activities

Galloway: Canyoning Adventure Experience

Galloway: Canyoning Adventure Experience

AU$124
per adult
Galloway: Canyoning Adventure Experience
Snorkeling in the St Anne Marine Park

Sainte Anne Marine Park and Moyenne Island

AU$257
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sainte Anne Marine Park and Moyenne Island
Robert Burns Cottage

Robert Burns Tour

AU$879
per traveller
Robert Burns Tour
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