About
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
- 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.”
Top Amenities
- Free Internet Access
- Free Parking
- Accessible Rooms / Facilities
- Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Options
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1/4Family Room with Private Bathroom
- Adapter
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
1/4Double Room
- Adapter
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
1/4Disabled-Friendly En Suite Chalet
- Accessible bath/shower
- Accessible toilet
- Adapter
- Alarm clock
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What Guests Loved
Based on 220 reviews
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!
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
Clean and simple but effective, perfect location for an early morning ferry trip.
The bathroom was way too small and claustrophobic.
Park right in front of your room! GREAT BEDS! Nice bathrooms, clean and quaint. ?
Nothing!
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.
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.
Very comfortable bed
Heating didn't work bathroom is tiny barley move
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.
The price
No food and the bar was closed no food or drink
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
Very clean reasonable price and really handy for the early ferry
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.
Perfect stay if you come off the ferry, great host Sandy! Wok in Chinese down the road lovely food
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
Very near the ferry. Clean and comfortable for a budget stay when getting the ferry
Good location, clean and comfortable with convenient parking
The taps were very hard to turn on and off
Price
Its not an Inn, the Inn is closed down, the accomodation is chalet style to the rear of the main property
It was quiet and was clean easy book in and helpful staff
Clean and tidy. Good night sleep near shop for food and breakfast
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.
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-in | After 3:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | Before 10:00 AM |
| Internet | Free Wi-Fi is available. |
| Parking | Free parking is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 1 stay free with cot. |
| Pets | Pets are not allowed. |
| Room Rates | All 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
47 Dalrymple Street, Stranraer
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