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The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel for sun and fun

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Located near a golf course, The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro offers a charming escape with garden views and a convivial bar. Guests enjoy free in-room WiFi. Visitors praise the helpful staff and convenient location.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 163
AED 195 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

Room options

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Standard Twin Room | Individually furnished, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed | Individually furnished, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View | Individually furnished, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Single Room | Individually furnished, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

Map
7 NORTH CRESCENT, Stranraer, Scotland, DG9 8SX

What's nearby

  • Dunskey Garden - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Castle Kennedy Gardens - 23 min drive - 23.8 km
  • Cairnryan Port - 24 min drive - 26.7 km
  • Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal - 28 min drive - 30.1 km
  • Port Logan Beach - 31 min drive - 28.5 km

Getting around

  • Stranraer Station - 13 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 Waterfront Hotel & Bistro

Hotel adjacent 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 like:
  • Free self parking
  • A reception hall, a TV in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
  • 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.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
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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
  • 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 elevator

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

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: 8:00 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 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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 only
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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 cribs/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 elevators

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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro?

As of 13 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro on 16 November 2025 start from $53.17, 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?

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: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Check-out 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 mi (20 km).

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The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 408 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 151 out of 408 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 408 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 408 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 408 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small room above the pub/restaurant but clean rooms and a great location. Great for a night or two. Great food.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean,food was great and staff where friendly.Only problem was guests next door to us who spent all night talking loudly,no staff on site to report these 2 idiots to.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice wee seaside hotel, getting renovated just now..never caused any issues whatsoever! Lovely food very nice staff...good value for money!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely hotel right at the water front. Nice for an overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well run, centrally placed hotel. Very pleasant staff and very pleasant surroundings
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Gayle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the view of the Harbour. Comfortable bed , en-suite was very small but manageable, lovely breakfast .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay for only one night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Margaret

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

Short Break

Three adults went for two days 2 rooms rooms a bit small but adequate and bed very comfortable staff for so young excellent and food very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value for money given alternative properties nearby. Room is small but perfectly adequate. Good breakfast served by friendly,efficient staff. Recommended if looking for a good value short break in beautiful Portpatrick.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Interesting and enjoyable stay. Room was a bit warm for me. Portpatrick was beautiful and brought back lots of memories of previous visits
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely warm room, wi fi?
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

christine

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

Brilliant

Great location, very clean, lovely staff and very nice and organised breakfast. Fantastic value for money. Well impressed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Clean Hotel & Friendly Staff. Nice Breakfast.

Great Staff, Clean & Decent Breakfast. Bit Of A Squeeze Fitting En Suite In A Small Room But I'd Rather Have One Than A Shared Bathroom. Got A Good Rate With Breakfast Included, So Would Definately Book Again :)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The only downside is toilets to compact.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Davie

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was tiny, bathroom is so small, you have to fill the kettle with a tiny cup.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very basic, room was so small barely enough room to walk around the bed and bathroom was more like a cupboard, checkin staff lovely but facilities very basic and restaurant was closed too
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

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

8/10 Good

joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room slightly roo small. Hard to get in and manouvre round bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutley loved the location and the view. Gutted the windows were very dirty so we couldn't see much out of them but we loved our stay. Hickup with our food which was sorted no issue. Bathrooms tiny but had everything we needed. Bed was comfy enough, could hear the downstairs people and next doors pub pretty loudly but stopped at reasonable hour and wouldn't stop us coming again would just bring earplugs. Plenty of local walks, the locals were all friendly enough. Well worth the 5 hour drive! Will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Victoria

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Food came out raw, room very small bathroom down flight of stairs not in room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Pape Farm tractor tour

The rooms are smaller than expected, we stayed in the little annexe where poor maintenance meant the external door lock was extremely stiff and the key snapped off in the locked door on the Friday Night, it was still broken on Sunday as we left. luckily there was a back door. Bedroom lamp had no socket to plug it into. On the plus side the breakfast was very good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023