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The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel for sun and fun

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On the beach
Breakfast meal
Exterior
Exterior

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$162
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug

Room options

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 19.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 19.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Double Room, 1 King Bed, Harbour View

Double Room, 1 King Bed, Harbour View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 19.00 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed

Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 19.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

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7 NORTH CRESCENT, Stranraer, Scotland, DG9 8SX

What's nearby

  • Dunskey Garden - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Castle Kennedy Gardens - 21 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Cairnryan Port - 23 min drive - 26.7 km
  • Port Logan Beach - 26 min drive - 28.5 km
  • Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal - 28 min drive - 30.1 km

Getting around

  • Stranraer Station - 13 min drive
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hong Kong City - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Henrys Bay House Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bar Pazz - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Custom House - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Starfish Restaurant - ‬12 min drive

About this property

The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro

Hotel next to a golf course
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and a bar at The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • A reception hall, luggage storage and a TV in reception
  • Smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, French, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Waterfront Hotel Bistro Stranraer
Waterfront Bistro Stranraer
The Waterfront & Bistro
The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro Hotel
The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro Stranraer
The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro Hotel Stranraer

Frequently asked questions

Is The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro pet-friendly?

Yes, 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 does it cost to stay at The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro?

As of 28 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro on 7 Aug 2025 start from AU$162.45, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro located?

Located in Stranraer, this beachfront hotel is next to a golf course, 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Dunskey Garden, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Mull of Galloway Trail - North and Castle of St John. Ringdoo Sands and Gkenwhan Gardens are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 383 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 144 out of 383 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 383 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 383 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 383 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay , clean comfortable room , lovely breakfast, excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mrs Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The waterfront and staff are lovely. Parking isnt so good. Great stay with lovely harbor walks
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay in hotel and really friendly staff and food is amazing the location is amazing and parking just short walk away
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Staff & service
Nice clean basic room but had stunning view .Will definitely go back
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely view of the harbour from our room. You get what you pay for. Shower room a bit small but its what they have refurbed and only thing that would fit Not a lot of staff but lady who checks you in, serves behind the bar, takes and serves food orders for dinner and breakfast is amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly food very good nice quiet hotel would use again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kamila

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

Great place to stay!

We were nicely suprise by the accomodation and hospitality! Highly recommending for a short break.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent overnight stay, nice breakfast and dinner. Great location. Staff excellent, bar did not cater for my needs as no gluten free beer on tap or in bottles.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel lovely room comfortable bed staff lovely and very welcoming food lovely great stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay and for price with an excellent breakfast provided , room on smallish side but for the price it’s exc
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved the location! Our room had a view overlooking the harbor. Some remodeling going on but did not disturb our experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice peaceful stay not the room on website but comfortable enjoyed
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This two-day break was perfect. Although the rooms and bathrooms were quite small, the space was cleverly utilised. We were fortunate with the beautiful weather, which allowed us to enjoy hiking along the coastline before retuning to sunset dinners. The staff were incredibly friendly, and the room was spotlessly clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

William

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had booked a classic room with king sized bed, pictures looked good. Arrived to find we weren’t even staying in the hotel but a cottage offering the smallest rooms I’ve ever stayed in with a shower and toilet in a cupboard. Place needed a really good clean, double bed was two singles pushed together, one had a wonky spring. Communal area in need of a good clean too.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The rooms are the smallest we have ever experienced, especially the bathroom.The photos on Expedia are misleading as they are for a family room not a room for two people. It was like being in a closet. Our first room the bed was old and uncomfortable. The manager and staff were helpful in changing our room to one that was upgraded with a new bed. We booked a king size bed but it definitely was smaller. The location is great-right next to the water. If you know the room is very small and you’re ok with that then it’s a nice place. We felt like we were in an airplane trying to pass each other in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accessible. Breakfast is great. The staff were very obliging and the sea views were tremendous 👏 👌 👍 Oh, and the room was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In a stunning spot, the hotel staff were great and couldn’t do enough.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angus

Lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were so nice food drink were good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel good food and very friendly staff. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hello, let's be fair, the property is in need of updates it's being done which is great it's not done over night possibly get it done then open after a shut down, it's a difficult situation l guess family and staff are great and they have not owned it long , fair prices and great food and drink so good luck with the updates, especially in the showers, and with water pressure without a pump on the top floor....
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice cozy room. Located right on the harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Booked for a last minute weekend that also had to be pet friendly and luckily we found The Waterfront. The room itself was clean & spacious with a great view (ensuite was small but they warn you about that) and breakfast was one the nicest I've had in a hotel. As for the staff, they were so friendly and helpful especially when we checked in late.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Apart from extremely creaky floorboards hotel room was lovely loved the location staff were friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect and fantastic value
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023