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The Thistle Inn

47 Dalrymple Street, Stranraer DG9 7EY, Scotland
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The Thistle Inn
Ranked #23 of 27 Stranraer B&B and Inns
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013 via mobile

We arrived at the hotel after a 5 hour journey with an 8 month old baby and 2 other young children. We had booked a family room and ensured the hotel was 'pet friendly' as we had our dog with us also. Upon arrival, a member of staff rang through to the owner as she was unsure where we were... More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2013

I was concerned before staying at the Thistle because of the other reviews however i found the place to be clean, the room adequately sized and everything worked fine. It is a basic B&B and should be reviewed as such. Overall i had a good nights sleep and found the staff extremely helpful and accomodating. Would definately recommend to anyone... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 October 2012 via mobile

My partner and i booked here last minute+wished we had checked the reviews first! The room was small+reeked of smoke,bed was hard with one flat pillow each.bathroom was the tiniest i have ever seen!towels were tiny to match.tv was also tiny+my partner had to jiggle the aerial wire to get even basic channels.place was really noisy.breakfast room was dingy+cold+breakfast nothing... More

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Stayed one night which was more than enough, the only good thing I can say is that the room was clean. Other than that the place is terrible the room had way to much furniture in it . In the morning we were told to make our own toast but only after the lady had been to the shop to... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 August 2012

We stayed here August. Looked at some reviews before we set off and must admit got a little concerned...we shouldn't have. When we arrived we where met by Sandra who showed us our room. Rooms where basic but spotlessly clean. We where there as two couples and booked last minute cheapy so to be honest we weren't expecting much, we... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 August 2012

Where do I begin ? It was hardly the “ Welcome Inn “ On arrival even though the owner watched us parking along side the chalets she never spoke to see if we were booked in, and we had to go chasing after her to check in. We were given a room and then once we took our 15 year... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 August 2012

We stayed here at the end of July as we were attending a wedding in Stranraer. We were a bit concerned when we first pulled up into the car park but eventually found our way into the bar and we were met with a very warm welcome and shown to our room. The room was basic but was spotlessly clean,... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 August 2012

This is the most dreadful place we have ever had the misfortune to stay in. I can't undrestand the reviews that say 'freindly welcome'. I would say no welcome. The person behind the bar eventually found our booking. We were taken to a small dirty room and she left with the words - ' I suppose you'll be leaving before... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 September 2011

Probably below average B&B but good people. Adequate accommodation - very clean all round. Most of the reviews are pretty accurate - take this place as you find it BUT if you want a laugh in the morning its worth the stay just to see the chef perform in the breakfast room. He appeared our first morning halfway through breakfast... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 September 2011

We stayed for one night after arriving back on the ferry from Ireland en route to Edinburgh. We were given a very warm welcome from Freda and shown to our chalet which was very comfortable and clean. We were asked when we would like breakfast and we said 10am and it was ready for us on the dot..hot breakfast and... More

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Also Known As:
The Thistle Inn Stranraer, Scotland
Address: 47 Dalrymple Street, Stranraer DG9 7EY, Scotland
Region: United Kingdom > Scotland > Dumfries and Galloway > Stranraer
Amenities:
Free Parking
Hotel Style:
Ranked #23 of 27 B&Bs / Inns in Stranraer
Price range (per night): INR4,083 - 6,180
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