Sandhead Travel Guide
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North West Castle Hotel
Hotel is a bit basic clean and welcoming situated not far from train station and bus services also close to town centre which is like all others run down the harbour area is also a bit run down plenty of pubs nearby the swimming pool is OK.but there is no shower in the actual pool.area so when you ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026

The Portpatrick Hotel by Compass Hospitality
The breakfast menu was ok but we were surprised when I asked for a couple of croissants. One was delivered immediately but when I asked for the second we were told the kitchen had closed ???
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026

The Waterfront Hotel & Bistro
Room been upgraded comfortable Staff very pleasant nothing a problem breakfast freshly cooked to order Only had a couple of drinks as stayed one night looked well stocked bar
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

Galloway Steading Luxury Glamping Pods

Newton Stewart-sleeps 6-pool-parking-pet Friendly

Longforth Farm Cottage
We arrived slightly earlier but Derek had left the house key in door for us to let ourselves in. He called later to check everything was OK and showed us how to open the hottub lid . It was all ready to jump in and very warm. Cottage was modern and everything needed was provided, towels, bathrobes ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
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Cairnryan Port
Explore the waterfront in Cairnryan with a trip to Cairnryan Port. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.

Logan Botanic Garden
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Stranraer Museum
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Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal
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Mull of Galloway Lighthouse
Learn about the local history of Drummore when you take a trip to Mull of Galloway Lighthouse. Stroll along the beaches or visit the monuments while you're in the area.
Port Logan Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Port Logan Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Stranraer. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.





