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The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel for sun and fun

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Double Room, 1 King Bed, Harbour View

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
The price is €60
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov

Room options

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
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
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 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

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 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

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
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 - 2.1 km
  • Cairnryan Port - 19 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Castle Kennedy Gardens - 23 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal - 23 min drive - 23.8 km
  • Port Logan Beach - 30 min drive - 26.5 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
  • Smoke-free property, a TV in reception and a reception hall
  • Luggage storage
  • 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

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

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 at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 fire extinguisher, 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 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro on 29 Nov 2024 start from €59.84, 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 Castle of St John and Stranraer Museum. Ringdoo Sands and Gkenwhan Gardens are also within 12 miles (20 km).

The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 345 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 345 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 345 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 345 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 345 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was poor and selection of wines only served some wines by the bottle went next door and got it by the glass
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my break here with my partner and wee dog. Had to cut it short though due to circumstances. Our room which appeared to have been recently refurbished was lovely and immaculate. Loved the wee shower room which was so fresh. The staff were extremely helpful and extremely nice especially Lynsey. Only gripe here is that there was no matress protector on the bed but I'm sure they will put that right ASAP. Will definitely be going back. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Best value for money hotel i have ever stayed in. Thanks everyone. Joan
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
To be honest the bathroom was too small and the toilet didn’t always flush, took time to fill up!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angus

Travelled with partner
Lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

John

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

10/10 Excellent

gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasurable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ranald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property was in a very central location ,beautiful views and the food was lovely and plentiful.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bedroom clean & bed very comfortable,view was great (Room 5) on top floor overlooking the harbour. Staying for 2 nights. Had meal on 1st night and was very good. Fish and chips and steak pie. Beer garden on first night was very pleasant not so good next day (cold and windy) breakfast was delicious and friendly service from young lady. Compliments to all the staff for friendly service. Shower room on the small side.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

martin

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Do not stay here
Checking in. Reception area and foyer were a mess, boxes everywhere, untidy. Not a welcoming site. Room. Not been serviced correctly after the last occupants. No toilet roll or tea! Furniture in the room is old and needs replacing, it felt very tired. En-suite bathroom - a more fitting description would be a cupboard with additions. It measured 2m by 80cm, cosy is not the word to describe it. It does say small on the hotels website, but this is tiny! Carpet on the stairs would appear to be new, and it looks like some decoration of the walls is taking place, i hope they have not paid to have this done as it is appalling. . At our first breakfast we were asked if we needed new towels,which we did not. However we left the 'please service room' sign on the door to get clean cups, teabags,milk and have the bed made up. It was not done. At breakfast the following morning we asked for the room to be serviced, towels and the works. Left the sign on the door again, when we got back from a long day out it had not been done. We went to reception and had to ask for towels, cups, tea and milk. The apology was a throw away 'sorry about that' and the staff sitting the bar did not seem to care less. The pictures of the hotel on its own website and on hotels.com do not represent the hotel as it is now. They appear to be from 2018, when i would suggest the ownership was different to what it is now. It needs updating. Breakfast OK, but ask for bacon to be grilled.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Will

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Do not stay for a quiet break
Door did not close unless locked as it had been smashed in along with the front door to the building, didn't feel safe. Very drunken guest in and out of their bathroom (with loud friends trying to keep them safe) outside our door, crying shouting being sick etc, this was throughout the night. No way of calling reception in room so couldn't notify anyone. Room run down, window didn't open etc. Breakfast and staff were good though
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

lesley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Staff friendly. Room clean but small, ensuite smaller. Breakfast slightly unorganised as had to ask for bread ,sugar and plates. Great poached eggs.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a lovely nights stay here. It’s in a great location. The only negative was that I had booked a table for 8 through hotels.com and when we got there the booking wasn’t there even though we had an email to confirm. Luckily we managed to get a table so all was ok in the end .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jamie

Travelled with partner
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

8/10 Good

allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Short break
The hotel was clean. Service was friendly and good. Dinner was good as was breakfast. Room 6 is a cozy small room with nice sea views. Although the bathroom is a bit small.we had only booked one night,but it would be ok for a longer break
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Proper seaside hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

William

Picturesque seaside village
Hotel is perfectly placed in the village. Staff were friendly. Room was a bit dated but clean enough. Shower room was very small and was probably a converted cupboard
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Cornelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place!
Just one night stop over - off the ferry. Surprised by the distance between ferry and hotel (20min) as the address given on the website was Stranraer - but it actually is in Portpatrick. Fantastic view from the room!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lynn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We were at front of hotel with harbour view , room was adequate, nice king size bed, although was not the room I saw in photos when choosing room. The staff were pleasant although service could be slow . At one point staff member came into our room , without knocking,after we had checked in etc and then asked if we had a key for our room , surely they should have checked if guests had arrived? Some parts of hallways have areas unpainted, carpet was loose on staircase. However this is a budget hotel and is reflected in price we paid.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Ms Annmarie

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024