The Thistle

47 Dalrymple Street, Stranraer, United Kingdom View Map

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The Thistle

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Historic Charm The Thistle in Stranraer offers a unique stay within a historic building. Guests enjoy free WiFi, private check-in and check-out services, and daily housekeeping. Comfortable Accommodations Rooms feature private bathrooms with walk-in showers, tea and coffee makers, hairdryers, and free toiletries. Additional amenities include work desks, soundproofing, and carpeted floors. Convenient Location Stranraer Beach is a 12-minute walk away, Agnew Park lies less than 0.6 mi from the inn, and Glasgow Prestwick Airport is 55 mi distant. Highly rated for room cleanliness, comfort, and convenient location.

220 Reviews

8.0Very Good
Cleanliness
8.7
Staff
8.5
Location
8.6

What Guests Say

  • “Comfortable and clean, quite sufficient for our needs - relatively inexpensive so suited our budget well”
  • “Clean and simple but effective, perfect location for an early morning ferry trip.”
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Top Amenities

  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible Rooms / Facilities
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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Family Room with Private Bathroom1/4

Family Room with Private Bathroom

216 sqft • 1 Double, 1 Single, 1 Single

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  • Alarm clock
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Double Room1/4

Double Room

216 sqft • 1 Double

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Disabled-Friendly En Suite Chalet1/4

Disabled-Friendly En Suite Chalet

216 sqft • 2 Single

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  • Accessible toilet
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    What Guests Loved

    8
    Very Good

    Based on 220 reviews

    Location

    8.6

    Cleanliness

    8.7

    Staff

    8.5

    Overall Quality

    8.1

    Pros +

    • Comfortable and clean, quite sufficient for our needs - relatively inexpensive so suited our budget well
    • Clean and simple but effective, perfect location for an early morning ferry trip.
    • Park right in front of your room! GREAT BEDS! Nice bathrooms, clean and quaint. ?

    Cons -

    • No one to meet us, didn't see anyone during our stay, unit left open with keys inside, had to call to find out about access
    • The bathroom was way too small and claustrophobic.
    • Nothing!
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    6MrPosted on: 5-31-2023

    Comfortable and clean, quite sufficient for our needs - relatively inexpensive so suited our budget well

    No one to meet us, didn't see anyone during our stay, unit left open with keys inside, had to call to find out about access

    8JamesPosted on: 11-19-2025

    Clean and simple but effective, perfect location for an early morning ferry trip.

    The bathroom was way too small and claustrophobic.

    10CynthiaPosted on: 7-3-2025

    Park right in front of your room! GREAT BEDS! Nice bathrooms, clean and quaint. ?

    Nothing!

    5MistyPosted on: 5-26-2025

    It was a place to sleep and shower

    The staff was lazy. Not everyone has the ability to call. Should have sent instructions through message on booking site. The door was a pain to figure out how to lock. No instructions.

    8JohnPosted on: 5-11-2025

    Local to all facilities etc. Offered good clean and comfortable accommodation and parking.

    I commented to the owner that I found the room very cold on the first day and the heating did not kick in till late on. This was mainly due to the accommodation being in the shade during the day and recommended small heating devices or other controls for it.

    7DeanPosted on: 4-28-2025

    Very comfortable bed

    Heating didn't work bathroom is tiny barley move

    8SimonPosted on: 4-24-2025

    Spacious clean rooms, with everything you need for a short stay. Room was warm and bed comfortable.Short walk to the Main Street. Check in easy.Would book again.

    5KathleenPosted on: 4-5-2025

    The price

    No food and the bar was closed no food or drink

    9SandraPosted on: 3-26-2025

    The owner came to meet us on arrival, he removed furniture to make the room easier for the wheelchair user, he brought us a heater just in case we needed it. Good free wi-fi. Very convenient location to the town centre. Beds were comfy. Very Clear instructions on a notice board in the room.

    The driveway to the property was a challenge as I have a large vehicle and the wall was not flat on each side. Bathrooms need a bit updating and carpets

    10MartinPosted on: 3-9-2025

    Very clean reasonable price and really handy for the early ferry

    10FrancisPosted on: 2-17-2025

    I have stayed here before, so the fact that I returned is a good sign. I find that the Thistle Inn is very conveniently located within easy walking distance of the town center, breakfast is not available but Morrisons with its cafe is just around the corner. For me the Thistle Inn has a feel good feeling.

    I had to go so early to catch the ferry.

    10StevePosted on: 2-4-2025

    Perfect stay if you come off the ferry, great host Sandy! Wok in Chinese down the road lovely food

    7HannahPosted on: 1-10-2025

    Its a fine place to stay for the night, completely clean and comfortable, flexible checkin time and close to the boat which is great.Nice big room with armchairs

    perhaps a little tired and in need of redecorating at some point soon

    10BrucePosted on: 12-25-2024

    Very near the ferry. Clean and comfortable for a budget stay when getting the ferry

    8PaulPosted on: 12-21-2024

    Good location, clean and comfortable with convenient parking

    The taps were very hard to turn on and off

    5TerryPosted on: 12-12-2024

    Price

    Its not an Inn, the Inn is closed down, the accomodation is chalet style to the rear of the main property

    10StephenPosted on: 10-25-2024

    It was quiet and was clean easy book in and helpful staff

    10JoycePosted on: 10-20-2024

    Clean and tidy. Good night sleep near shop for food and breakfast

    8CarolePosted on: 10-14-2024

    Sandy was very friendly and helpful.Good location very near to a supermarket and restaurants. Accommodation was clean, warm, comfortable and well equipped. Electric Shower provided a good hot water supply. On site parking was handy. Overall good value for money.

    En suite bathroom was not the largest but it was adequate.

    5JimPosted on: 10-10-2024

    The place has seen better times. The pub at the front of the property is boarded up. There was no staff on the property when we were trying to check in. There was a phone number that we were supposed to call, but we didn't have a local phone. Luckily someone offered to call for us and were were told by someone on the phone which room was ours and that the key was inside. It worked... but we never saw anyone who worked there. Tiny bathroom. It is probably what I should have expected for the price, but it wasn't as nice as I was expecting from the reviews.

    No staff. A bit run-down. Tiny parking spaces. Need to have a working telephone to check in.

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Transportation

    • Free Parking
    • Accessible parking

    Health & Safety

    • Health Services
    • Daily disinfection

    Accessibility

    • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
    • Accessible toilet
    • Facilities for disabled guests available
    • Wheelchair accessible

    Kid Friendly

    • Family Friendly

    General

    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
    • Lower bathroom sinks available

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 3:00 PM
    Check-outBefore 10:00 AM
    InternetFree Wi-Fi is available.
    ParkingFree parking is available.
    Children & Extra BedsChildren of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 1 stay free with cot.
    PetsPets are not allowed.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    Please note that The Thistle is an inn, not a hotel. Rooms are located above the bar, and in chalets to the back of the car park. If you expect to arrive after 22:00, please inform the property in advance using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. The Thistle Inn has a small private car park outside the rooms. This is not suitable for large high-sided vans or for trailers. NO PETS ALLOWEDPlease inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    Location

    The Thistle

    47 Dalrymple Street, Stranraer

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