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The Merchants House, hotel in Cairnryan

Located in Cairnryan, The Merchants House offers a bar. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the guest house free of charge.

The location regarding the ferry. The room overlooking the ocean. Fiona's exceptional cooking and wonderful kindness.
9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
7 reviews
Price from£79per night
Cairnryan Bed and Breakfast, hotel in Cairnryan

This 4 Star Visit Scotland bed and breakfast is a 2-minute drive from ferry ports with crossings to Belfast, Larne and Cairnryan. Free parking and complimentary Wi-Fi is available at this property.

The house was very clean and tidy. Everything you could want for was available. Great breakfast, great views. A great stay if you're getting the ferry.The host was very kind and friendly. Parking was great. Would definitely stay again. Thanks.
9.8
Scored 9.8
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
519 reviews
Price from£85per night
Cairnryan Heights t-a Brae Holiday Homes, hotel in Cairnryan

Cairnryan Heights t-a Brae Holiday Homes is situated in Cairnryan and has a terrace and a bar.

Nothing,it was too too far from stranear,even in stranear pubs were below par.
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very good
Rated very good
149 reviews
Price from£95per night
The Royal Hotel, hotel in Cairnryan

Situated in town centre of Stranraer, The Royal Hotel features a beer garden and bar. Stranraer train station is a 10-minute walk away and the Stena and P&O ports are located nearby.

Host exceptionally helpful and welcoming. Rooms really clean and comfortable. Lovely restaurant very near
8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
578 reviews
Price from£65per night
Craignelder Hotel, hotel in Cairnryan

With picturesque views across Loch Ryan, this hotel is situated in south-west Scotland, close to the ferry ports to Ireland. It has 2 spacious bars, free parking and free Wi-Fi.

Breakfast good
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
621 reviews
Price from£115per night
North West Castle Hotel, hotel in Cairnryan

Featuring its own curling ice rink and an indoor pool, North West Castle Hotel is located opposite Stranraer harbour, which serves as the main ferry port between Scotland and Ireland.

A lovely spacious room with an enormous comfortable bed. The room had great views over the Loch. The pool and sauna were both very pleasant. Breakfast was good, but not a generous spread. Great car park and bar. All staff very friendly and helpful.
7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
1,996 reviews
Price from£93.60per night
Briar Brae Bed & Breakfast, hotel in Cairnryan

Briar Brae Bed & Breakfast is set in Stranraer on the sea front, with views over Loch Ryan. The property is located 9 km from Portpatrick and 11 km from the ferry port.

Breakfast was really well presented and excellent quality
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
523 reviews
Price from£75per night
Harbour Lights Guesthouse, hotel in Cairnryan

Offering beautiful views of Loch Ryan, Harbour Lights Guesthouse is located in Stranraer. Free WiFi access is available. Rooms at Harbour Lights Guesthouse are en suite with a shower.

Fabulous, large room, great breakfast, good location.
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
471 reviews
Price from£69per night
Thornbank House, hotel in Cairnryan

Situated in Stranraer, in a historic building, 700 metres from Stranraer Beach, Thornbank House is a guest house with a fitness centre and indoor pool.

A lovely clean and comfortable accommodation. Fiona was friendly and helpful.
9.8
Scored 9.8
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
379 reviews
Price from£107.75per night
Wigbay Loch View 28, hotel in Cairnryan

Set in Kirkcolm, Wigbay Loch View 28 features accommodation with a private pool. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi.

We were catching a morning ferry to northern ireland so only needed to stay one night, the fact this was an option was brilliant and perfect for us. The caravan was lovely and cosy and the view is amazing. Little disappointed we weren't staying longer. Is also a short drive away from the port
7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
185 reviews
Price from£78per night
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What guests said about Cairnryan:

  • 2.0
    Scored 2.0

    Awful Stena line experience,curry is a disgrace,sandwich is...

    Awful Stena line experience,curry is a disgrace,sandwich is as dry as an oxter in the sahara and it was supposed wet,nan was. A strip of carpet ,.staff treat you as an inconvenience at all times.explain why, Stena, u can't enter cafe 40 mins before crossing when I arrived 3 hours before,do you not want to make money .full of jobsworth idiotic employees and i hopw yhis review which is honest but hits them where it needs to hit in the online paying for tickets witj staenaline,if ever a company needs to fail its stenaline
    scott
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Homey, friendly and immaculately clean accommodations.

    Homey, friendly and immaculately clean accommodations. Pat was so helpful. The driveway is a bit hard to see on the way by but the place is scenic and convenient for leaving on the ferry. Ate a great meal at the Custom House pub.
    Chris
    Canada
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Our stay was very good. Hosts were helpful and friendly.

    Our stay was very good. Hosts were helpful and friendly. Room was excellent,it’s our personal choice that we don’t care for black bedding. The room was immaculately clean,shower good. His and her sinks which we liked very much. Rooms were spacious light and comfortable.
    Brenda
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    The location is great, especially for access to the ferry...

    The location is great, especially for access to the ferry ports. We visited Logan Botanic Gardens, Glenwhan Gardens and Castle Kennedy which are all within a short drive from Cairnryan. We had a lovely meal at Henry's Bay House restaurant in Stranraer. Also had a nice snack from Subway in Stranraer and delicious soup with home made bread at Glenwhan Gardens. Would avoid trying to find somewhere to eat in Stranraer town as there are few restaurants that looked appealing.
    Marion
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    It was where we caught the ferry to Ireland and if ever...

    It was where we caught the ferry to Ireland and if ever going again I would definitely use Cairnryan. We used a restaurant by the name of Henry’s Bay 10 mins away and it was very nice would recommend they did a teatime special that was excellent value for money and the staff were very attentive. The route to Ayr from Cairmryan has a beautiful coast way and well worth a drive to. There were some breathtaking views.
    Peter
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Cairnryan sits on the side of Loch Ryan and is therefore one...

    Cairnryan sits on the side of Loch Ryan and is therefore one sided. The village is 10-15 minutes from Stranraer which has plenty of pubs, cafes and restaurants. As a touring base or a stopover for the ferry Cairnryan is ideal but if you want nightlife that’s out. We ate in Henry’s Bay House Restaurant which is very good. As for activities for young couples my wife and I are 73 and 70 years young so no advice on that. On the other side of the loch there are quite a few nice beaches within a 12 mile drive but take a picnic. As stated above touring is ideal. Portpatrick and the Mull of Galloway are well worth a visit in fine weather, as are Castle Kennedy and Logan gardens. The picture is taken from Cairnryan Bed and Breakfast.
    Ian
    United Kingdom

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Cairnryan

  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 520 reviews
    This is an excellent guesthouse. I couldn’t fault it in any way. The owner, Pat, could not have been more helpful with organising a booking for dinner and directing me how to get there. I believe this is presently the only B&B in Cairnryan, which is the closest village to where Stena operates its ferries to Belfast. The Stena terminal is less than 5 minutes away (which was relevant to me because I was travelling to Belfast).
    Anthony
    Australia
  • From £128 per night
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 567 reviews
    The Rhins of Galloway is an exceptional place to stay. Rooms are decorated to a very high standard, many including extra features like tv in the bathroom, lights controlled via handsets and large TVs. The breakfast does not disappoint with lots of choice and all beautifully prepared. I have stayed in five star hotels that have not lived up to the standards set by Rhins of Galloway.
    David
    United Kingdom
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 520 reviews
    The hosts were fantastic and very friendly.Made our stay in this fantastic bed & breakfast even more enjoyable would highly recommend this property to any looking to stay in Cairnryan fantastic experience and will most certainly be back
    David Cameron
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 149 reviews
    Absolutely ideal for travellers heading on the early ferries from Cairnryan. Great night's sleep, nice to relax after the journey with a well appointed kitchen and comfy sofa.
    Ian
    United Kingdom
  • From £128 per night
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 567 reviews
    Tender, love and care. Every single details was perfect. Better than some five stars hotel.
    Martin
    Spain