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The Thistle

3.0 star property
Suburban guesthouse in Stranraer with free parking

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Exterior
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Family Room (X 3)
32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV
Front of property

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb

Explore the area

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47 DALRYMPLE STREET, Stranraer, Scotland, DG9 7EY
  • Place, Stranraer Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Castle of St John
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Mull of Galloway Trail - North
    ‪15 min walk‬

Room options

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Double Room

Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually decorated

Family Room (X 3)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually decorated

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually decorated

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Stranraer

The Thistle puts you in the heart of Stranraer, within just a 10-minute stroll of Stranraer Museum and Castle of St John. Highlights at this guest house include free self-parking, a bar/lounge and karaoke. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-in and express check-out. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Stranraer guest house include Mull of Galloway Trail - North and Cairnryan Port.
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What's nearby

  • Stranraer Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Castle of St John - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mull of Galloway Trail - North - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Cairnryan Port - 8 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal - 12 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

  • Stranraer Station - 12 min walk
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fig & Olive - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Henry's Bay House - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Bean - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hong Kong City - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Crown - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Thistle

Suburban guesthouse in Stranraer with free parking
As a guest of The Thistle, you'll find karaoke, express check-in, and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Stranraer guest house is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Karaoke
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Thistle offers 8 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Karaoke

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 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

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Alcohol isn't allowed at The Thistle.

Property is also known as

Thistle Inn Stranraer
Thistle Stranraer
The Thistle Inn Stranraer
Thistle Inn
The Thistle Stranraer
The Thistle Guesthouse
The Thistle Guesthouse Stranraer

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Thistle?

The Thistle offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Thistle?

As of 15 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Thistle on 22 Feb 2026 start from NZ$156.24, 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 The Thistle?

Yep, The Thistle has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Thistle?

The closest beach to The Thistle is Port Logan Beach (20 km).

What makes The Thistle a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus memory foam beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Thistle.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Thistle?

No, The Thistle does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Thistle?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Thistle?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Thistle Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 95 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Fine
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

2/10 Terrible

Philip

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

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

8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marc

Very compact, but clean and cosy. A more budget option for ferry catchers.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Will

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

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

2/10 Terrible

Sally

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not the best

We’re a family of three (13 year old child) and I’m also pregnant. We were expecting the stay to be basic due to the price, but the reviews looked ok and it seemed ok based on our purposes of staying to visit a relative in hospital for a couple of nights. We arrived at the hotel to find a dilapidated, boarded up old pub of the same name at the front. We arrived just before 6pm and the door had been left unlocked with the keys on the windowsill. The step and flower beds outside the room were covered in cigarette butts, the room smelled of smoke and damp and was generally run down. There were white stains on the curtains on the bathroom toilet mat, out of date buscuits with the complimentary teas and coffees, the walls were that thin we could hear the ‘neighbours’ argument very clearly at 2am in the morning on both nights (although there were ear plugs provided in the room which was helpful). We only had 2 towels despite there being 3 of us and despite requesting a third, we never received this. The bed was comfy enough and the shower worked although the bathroom was quite compact. The TV didn’t work and we just received pixelated images.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay really helpful host ideal for the town centre
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldn’t ask for more on a short notice booking
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

William, Aurora

Travelled with partner
Having travelled extensively across the UK this trip, this was the worst example of accommodation we have seen. We knew we had booked a budget hotel as we simply needed a spot to sleep close to early ferry to Belfast. We couldn’t imagine how bad things were based on the price paid. First, we had to call to get access to our room, which had been left unlocked and key sitting on shelf. We never did get the door to lock from outside when we went to leave for dinner. The towels could be used as sandpaper and were no longer white but dingy yellow. The room was very tired. Gobs of caulking around shower looked like it was applied by a child. Carpets had seen much better days. Critically, there was no heat. We asked and were told it would come on at 5pm. Didn’t happen. Asked again - message ignored. It is unthinkable that a room not have working heat in late September. Fortunately the bed covers were warm or we couldn’t have stayed. On a positive note, the shower water was hot but weak stream. Avoid if possible. The cheap price was not worth the poor accommodation and lost night sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ray

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

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

Overnight stay.

Stay was good. Onsite parking good. Room comfortable. Small shower space but very clean and nice hot water. Bed comfortable. Pillows a bit saggy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karey, Eden Prairie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet property close to grocery store and restaurants. It was a short wslk from the train station. Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Dean

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small & very basic
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Cheap and cheerful

Very friendly on phone although never seen the owner. There was no warm water and I felt cold overnight. Good location though but wouldn’t stay for any more than an overnight
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Nicola

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023