Overlooking the ocean, The Harbour House Hotel is a charming seaside retreat. Savor British cuisine and take in the views at Bar & Bistro, relax on the garden terrace, or unwind with a book from the library.
Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal - 27 min drive - 30.1 km
Getting around
Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 101 min drive
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 146 min drive
Stranraer Station - 17 min drive
Restaurants
The Fig & Olive - 11 min drive
Hong Kong City - 12 min drive
Harbour House Hotel - 1 min walk
The Crown - 1 min walk
The Coffee Bean - 11 min drive
About this property
The Harbour House Hotel
Situated on the bay, The Harbour House Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Stranraer. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this Georgian bed & breakfast include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
11 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
On-site parking is limited
Street parking available
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
Beach nearby
Fishing nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Built in 1750
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Georgian architecture
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Heating
Portable fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Bar & Bistro – Overlooking the ocean, this pub specialises in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 10.00 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
The Harbour House Stranraer
THE HARBOUR HOUSE HOTEL Stranraer
THE HARBOUR HOUSE HOTEL Bed & breakfast
THE HARBOUR HOUSE HOTEL Bed & breakfast Stranraer
Frequently asked questions
Does The Harbour House Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Harbour House Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Harbour House Hotel?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Harbour House Hotel?
Yes. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Harbour House Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Harbour House Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as fishing. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Harbour House Hotel?
Yes, Bar & Bistro offers British cuisine and ocean views.
What's the area around The Harbour House Hotel like?
The Harbour House Hotel is located on the waterfront.
Popular attractions include Cairnryan Port, which is 19 minutes away by car.
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Reviews
The Harbour House Hotel Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
9.2
Staff & service
8.2
Eco-friendliness
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
Breakfast was delicious, generous, and cooked to order with a good selection of options. (21 reviews)
The property's restaurant offered a good selection of meals, including gluten-free options, with friendly staff and pleasant dining areas. (6 reviews)
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Reviews
8/10 Very good
19 Aug 2025
Enjoyable stay
Enjoyed our overnight stay in Portpatrick at the Harbour House Hotel. Great location, very helpful staff, lovely food.
Will definitely stay there again.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 Aug 2025
Fijn!
Wij kregen de hoekkamer met uitzicht op zee. Geweldig! Ontbijt en diner prima, vriendelijk personeel en voldoende parkeergelegenheid op straat. Goed overnachtingshotel op weg naar de ferry naar Ierland.
J.
J., 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
18 Aug 2025
Not too bad with excellent location & lovely staff
The hotel is decent. It is a little old looking and a touch run down however the staff are lovely and the location is perfect! So actually for what we needed it was great. We weren't sure about breakfast as nobody mentioned anything so we ended up not going for breakfast at all. The bar serve a good selection of drinks and there is music on at the weekend which is a nice touch.
Nikki
Nikki, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 May 2025
3 lads, the bikes and a lighthouse.
Stayed in lighthouse apartment. Easy check in, staff were brilliant, location amazing. Food fantastic on evening, breakfast was fantastic. Apartment was big, clean and very comfortable. Would definitely stay here again.
This is a hidden gem booked only as a stop over coming back from belfast to go home the next morning and glad i found this place . Staff brilliant they waited 2 hours after check in finished as we ran late, 3 people stayed in group we had a 2 bed apartment whixh had so much space and was really clean, breakfast was amazing the next day and portpatrick is a wonderfully beautiful little village. My only regrets was i didnt get there quicker and couldnt stay longer
ben
ben, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Jan 2025
Great place , great staff lively breakfast .
John
John, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
19 May 2025
Right in the heart of the village
Marilyn
Marilyn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 May 2025
Great place.
Excellent service all round. The food was brilliant, the beds comfy and the staff couldn't be more helpful. The apartment we were in was beautiful and very spacious.
Steven
Steven, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 May 2025
Comfortable, clean, quiet area. Sea view. Happy staff, willing to help. Very enjoyable 3 nights.
Janet
Janet, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 Jun 2025
Visiting southern Scotland, this location and quaint harbor town met our needs. The hotel is fine - well located and perfect for visiting this town and part of Scotland. Our room was large with no issues. Restaurant and service similarly fine with no complaints . Price was very reasonable I felt compared to other options - I’d recommend and would give it 2.5 to 3 star rating
James P
James P, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
25 Apr 2025
Ideally located close to the beach, the harbour, cafes, restaurants.
Lovely view from top floor window. Staff friendly and helpful.
Philip
Philip, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
26 Jun 2025
Very well situated, wonderful sea view
Room was attic conversion, with slanted ceilings and you had to watch in case you bumped your head.
Terrible signal on TV, couldn't watch and enjoy
William
William, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Feb 2025
Lovely clean room and very spacious. Would definitely stay again x
Tracey
Tracey, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
25 Mar 2025
Cosy & comfortable
Clean & comfortable. Food nice, cosy bar and good breakfast. Dog friendly.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Mar 2025
Excellent apartment, all very good will be back
Elaine
Elaine, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
20 Jan 2025
Good location
Location of hotel was ideally situated on harbour front close to local shops.
gary
gary, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
20 Dec 2024
Short stay
Excellent service, decent food, room was basic but had everything we needed for our short stay
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 Mar 2025
The staff were friendly and helpful. There was live music in the bar on Saturday night, the band was very good, and there was a lively atmosphere, very enjoyable.
Adrian
Adrian, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Jan 2025
Fantastic place sfaff very helpful very clean great place for all local amenities brilliant Scottish breakfast staying there this summer
Johnny
Johnny, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 Apr 2025
Amazing view of the harbour and out to sea. In the heart of the village so very central. Good breakfast for a reasonable cost. Quirky rooms using the space available well.
Ailia
Ailia, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 Aug 2025
A little bit of consistency goes a long way!
The location was perfect, Port Patrick is a secret piece of happiness.
The Hotel easy to get too, however no parking on-site but the surrounding area is FREE however its a free for all if you can get close enough if not the harbour carpark is just 2 min walk up the road and again its FREE!
The Family room we were in was very big but the bathroom tiny. The view from the room was amazing. It was clean and all we needed for a 1 night stop over.
The Breakfast was nice, however my partner asked for a pouched egg instead of fried and was told NO! Then the next table asked for Scrambled egg instead of fried and was told YES which angered my partner immensely! (Poached egg was also on the menu).
The cleaner was very friendly the other staff ummmmm
Would we stay again maybe not, their seems to be a few options in the close vicinity but don't let the non-poached eggs put you off for the money its not bad x
Lawrence
Lawrence, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Oct 2024
Great location, beautiful space
Fleur
Fleur, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Jun 2024
Portpatrick
We enjoyed our stay, a very quaint place to visit.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Jan 2025
I had a lovely time and had great meals and the entertainment was good on Hogmanay