Set directly across from the shore of Loch Ryan, and boasting uninterrupted views, this licensed guest house is 500 metres from Cairnryan ferry terminal and 5 minutes from Stranraer terminal.
Originally the Manse, the family-run Cairnryan House was built in 1894 and still retains many of its original features.
All of the en suite rooms are non-smoking and furnished to a high standard, with plenty of features to ensure your comfort. Most of the rooms have views over Loch Ryan.
Guests can sit in the beer garden with a drink, whilst watching the ferries go by.
There is off-road parking for 10 cars. Unfortunately, children under 13 years cannot stay at Cairnryan House.
Hotel Information
Please let us know your anticipated time of arrival in the "Guest Remarks" section of the booking form. We can make arrangements for late entry for guests arriving on the midnight ferries from Belfast and Larne.
Surrounding Area
Cairnryan:
Ferry Port offering the fastest crossing to Ireland with P&O Ferries to Larne, ideal for exploing the Antrim coast and further afield, but just a 5 minute drive to Stranraer for Stena crossings to Belfast.
History, a military port and site of a military railway during World War Two, German UBoats surrendered in Loch Ryan, afterwhich the village found fame in shipbreaking, breaking most notably HMS Eagle in 1978 and HMS Ark Royal in 1980.
Our Guest Information folders provide detailed information on the area and its history and we have numerous leaflets on local attractions, the following are just a few sights:-
Heading north from Cairnryan you'll pass more beautiful coastline with on a clear day, a good view of Ailsa Craig, an Island rising high out from the sea. Boat trips can be made from Girvan and the island was famous for the curling stones fashioned from its rock that won the Scottish Women's Curling Team a Winter Olympic Gold medal in 2002. There's a lighthouse on the island which was manned until 1990.
As we're on the doorstep of South Ayrshire, Golf at Turnberry is only a 35 minute drive away. Close to Cairnryan/Stranraer are six more Golf courses, and other sporting facilities include Tennis Courts, Sailing at Wig Bay, Bowls, Curling or a visit to Stair Park tyo waych Scottish Second Division side Stranraer FC.
A little north of Turnberry at Kirkoswald is Souter Johnnies thatched cottage, remembering the life of the village cobbler immortalised by Robert Burns, Tam O'Shanter. Nearby is the not to be missed Burns Cottage, monument, National Heritage Park and shopping at Ayr.
Inland from Cairnryan is the Glentrool Forest Park offering walks, cycle trails, beautiful Loch Trool and Bruces Stone where Bruce defeated the English in 1307.
South of Cairnryan is the Mull of Galloway, Scotland's most southerly point with spectacular views east to Cumbria, south to the Isle of Man and West to Ireland. The area is also home to thousands of seabirds including Puffins, Fulmars, Shags, Kittiwakes and Guillemots. That nest on the many crevices and ledges. There?s a Lighthouse and Visitor Centre with a turf roof so allowing it to blend in with surroundings houses a number of audio and visual displays, and the nearby heathland is home to many rare plants, butterflies and moths. Bring binoculars for a close up view of some of the birds and of seals frequently seen offshore.
Close by are the Logan Botanical Gardens, where bizarre shrubs and plants thrive in the gulf stream that protects our area. Other gardens include, Ardwell, Glenwhan and Castle Kennedy.
No visit to the area is complete without a trip to the scenic fishing village of Portpatrick and Whithorn, birthplace of Christianity in Scotland and filming location of the 1973 horror film "The Wicker Man".
There's plenty more to see in the area and Stranraer has free parking.
We can also provide information on day trips and lodging in Northern Ireland.
Transport
From the Port of Cairnryan turn left out of the Port entrance and head north on the A77 for approximately 500 metres (600 yards) and you'll see our sign on the right. For ferry foot passengers we are less than a five minute walk from the terminal.
From the Port of Stranraer turn left out of the Port and travel north along the A77 for approximately 6 minutes (5 miles)
From the north, Ayr/Glasgow you'll be travelling south on the A77, on entering Cairnryan, pass the lighthouse on your right, travel through the village and you'll see our sign on the left. If you reach the Cairnryan port entrance you've gone too far.
From England shortly after you pass through the village of Castle Kennedy, the last village before Stranraer, turn right on to the A751 signposted Ayr and Cairnryan. At the end of this road, turn right onto the A77. Having passed the Cairnryan Ferry Terminal you'll see our property 500 metres further along on the right.
Restaurants
Breakfast is served from 07:30 to 08:45 each day. If you require an extra early breakfast, we can still provide you either with breakfast before you leave, or with a continental breakfast to take with you.
Breakfast consists of a buffet style selection of cereals, yoghurt, bread and fruit followed by a fresh home cooked breakfast made to traditional Scottish recipes, using locally farmed produce wherever possible.
Evening meals available if pre-booked in advance. Please request a menu at time of booking.
Important
You must tell Cairnryan House your expected arrival time, particularly if you are arriving on the late-night ferries from Belfast and Larne.
Cairnryan House will not accept children under the age of 13 years.
Cancellation Terms
Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 6 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.
Children and Extra Bed Policy: Children older than 13 years are welcome.
Extra beds are not available.
Maximum capacity of total guests in a room is 2.
Deposit Policy: No deposit will be charged.
VAT and city/tourist taxes: 17.5 % VAT is included.
Service charge is not applicable.
City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Internet: Wi-fi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Meal Plan: Full English breakfast is included in the room rate.
Parking: Free private parking is possible on site.
Pets: Pets are not allowed.
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
