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North West Castle Hotel

Property class: 3

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Fireplace
Property entrance
Family Quadruple Room (Classic)
Indoor pool
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$163
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May

Explore the area

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Port Rodie, Stranraer, Scotland, DG9 8EH
  • Place, Stranraer Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Mull of Galloway Trail - North
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Castle of St John
    ‪9 min walk‬

Room options

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Twin Room

Classic Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Family Double Room (Classic)

Family Double Room (Classic)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Double Room ( Loch View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double or Twin Room, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Double or Twin Room (Loch View )

Double or Twin Room (Loch View )

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Family Quadruple Room (Classic)

Family Quadruple Room (Classic)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Stranraer

At North West Castle Hotel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Stranraer Museum and Mull of Galloway Trail - North. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and an indoor swimming pool. .Enjoy the gym, Hot tub and sauna. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available daily between 8 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Stranraer hotel include Castle of St John and Cairnryan Port.

What's nearby

  • Stranraer Museum - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mull of Galloway Trail - North - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Castle of St John - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Castle Kennedy Gardens - 9 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal - 12 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

  • Stranraer Station - 7 min walk
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fig & Olive - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Henry's Bay House - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Bean - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hong Kong City - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Wee Aird Dairy - ‬19 min walk

About this property

North West Castle Hotel

As a guest of North West Castle Hotel, you'll find an indoor pool, a hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness centre. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An arcade/games room, gift shops/newsstands, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly North West Castle Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Stranraer hotel is smoke free.

  • 73 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
North West Castle Hotel offers 73 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and complimentary bathrobes. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Stranraer hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 13 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 13.00 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Castle North West
North West Castle
North West Castle Hotel
North West Castle Hotel Stranraer
North West Castle Stranraer
North West Hotel
West Castle
North West Castle Hotel Hotel
North West Castle Hotel Stranraer
North West Castle Hotel Hotel Stranraer

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at North West Castle Hotel?

North West Castle Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at North West Castle Hotel?

As of 30 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at North West Castle Hotel on 8 May 2026 start from NZ$163, 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.

Is parking available at North West Castle Hotel?

Yep, North West Castle Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to North West Castle Hotel?

The closest beach to North West Castle Hotel is Port Logan Beach (20.3 km).

Does North West Castle Hotel have a pool?

North West Castle Hotel has an indoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at North West Castle Hotel?

North West Castle Hotel features an indoor pool, 1 hot tub and 2 restaurants.

Does North West Castle Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, full brekkie is offered daily between 8 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at North West Castle Hotel?

No, North West Castle Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at North West Castle Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at North West Castle Hotel's onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at North West Castle Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

North West Castle Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 454 out of 901 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 297 out of 901 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 901 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 901 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 901 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is 3rd visit to hotel, staff excellent a mix of young and old that makes a profound difference from other hotels i have visited that tend to have to many young people that lack the experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Eileen

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
I had specifically booked a room that catered for my disabled husband with additional mobility issues. As the lift was broken & he couldn't use the stairs, we were given what they said was the only alternative room. It had a fixed shower over a bath, both of which he couldn't use for health & safety reasons. It was suggested he use the Gents' Changing Rooms for the pool!!!! As a male only facility I wouldn't be able to supervise or assist him .... totally unacceptable. We've stayed here several times as it is convenient for the ferries & the beds are comfortable and the breakfast excellent, however, we will look for somewhere different in the future. A phone call earlier in the day would have given us the opportunity to look for alternative accommodation. Totally disregarded my husband's needs.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place. Lots happening during our stay. Curling convention, disco. Breakfast superb. Staff very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Susan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was nice and clean and very warm and cosy. As per other reviews - the decor is very dated but this isn’t a secret and you know what you are getting.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delightful hotel. Very clean and wonderful staff. It's not the most modern decor but that's part of the charm. It has an honest vintage interior but it's been well maintained. The swimming pool, spa pool and sauna were great and very quiet. The games room was a lot of fun. We were really impressed and would visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything.we love this place.staff make it from the manager right through.pool great for my mobility issues.gail at the curling works so hard and always there to answer questions.and Yvonne and Dorothy go above and beyond for you.nothing a problem.food is great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Abhilash

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Andrii

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I don't know about breakfast or hot tub as I didn't use them. Everything was Ok it's just me don't like old style bathroom sink taps
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Amenities
Lovely hotel staff very helpful, hotel in general needs a refurbishment but I’m aware they have started this, a large hotel so will take sometime, Overall with the swimming pool leisure area well worth the money will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

GILLES

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Eamon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect for us for a short stay after a ferry from Ireland before driving to Northern Scotland. Lovely breakfast and great options in games room to entertain kids (9 year old and 40 year old...)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room clean, staff in restaurant at night very polite and good service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was a good size and we were lucky to be facing the loch. Looked to be have been updated recently. All the staff were excellent, especially in the restaurant. I would suggest you have a look at the water pressure for the showers though. I'd look to stay again if I was heading to Stranraer
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot tub was a little too cold room was a bit too warm, otherwise a very pleasant stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Chelsey

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This stay was one our favorites just because of the history of the place and how everything was still set with antiques.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Adrian

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed for one night, unfortunately arrived too late to make use of any of the facilities , but the room was lovely and warm and we had a well needed sleep before continuing our journeys the following day. Unfortunately too early to experience the breakfasts
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pru

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, pleasant staff, swimming opportunities, different venues for food
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Travelling down to get the early ferry with our dog. Great value for money, dog friendly and easy to get to ferry for Belfast. Decor, etc is bit old fashioned but wasn’t an issue. Great option for the early ferry. .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025