Ballantrae Travel Guide

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A stone bridge over a river with lush greenery and a well-maintained lawn.
A coastal landscape with a grassy area, a metal structure, and a hill in the background.
A stone monument with inscriptions, surrounded by lush greenery and a historic stone tower in the background.
A river with grassy banks and distant hills.
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A historic stone church with a bell tower and a cemetery with headstones.
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A perfect coastal escape for couples and friends.

A perfect coastal escape for couples and friends.

Ballantrae
Stay at this cottage in Girvan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and a garden. Popular attractions Pebbles Spa and Ayrshire Coastal Path Trail Head are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
We had a good weekend at the Ballantrae food festival.
"We had a good weekend at the Ballantrae food festival. A good place for touring the south west coast."

Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026

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A perfect coastal escape for couples and friends.
North West Castle Hotel

North West Castle Hotel

3 out of 5
Port Rodie Stranraer Scotland
The price is £80 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
£80
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Stranraer. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Stayed with a party of 13 Ramblers. Great to discover there was an efficient drying room for kit in the laundry area. The staff were very efficient at serving us all in the evening. Nobody was kept waiting despite the size of the party ."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026

North West Castle Hotel
The Portpatrick Hotel by Compass Hospitality

The Portpatrick Hotel by Compass Hospitality

3 out of 5
Heugh Road Stranraer Scotland
The price is £70 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
£70
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Stranraer. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (603 reviews)
"Toilet was constantly flushing and quite noisy. Unable to repair over the weekend. Breakfast very poor. As we had a dog we ate in a side room. There was limited cutlery, napkins. No salt and pepper. There was no menu and told it was only the buffet. However we later realised that eggs could be ordered. ..."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

The Portpatrick Hotel by Compass Hospitality
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A perfect coastal escape for couples and friends.

A perfect coastal escape for couples and friends.

Ballantrae
Stay at this cottage in Girvan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and a garden. Popular attractions Pebbles Spa and Ayrshire Coastal Path Trail Head are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
We had a good weekend at the Ballantrae food festival.
"We had a good weekend at the Ballantrae food festival. A good place for touring the south west coast."

Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026

A perfect coastal escape for couples and friends.
Turnberry Apartments

Turnberry Apartments

4 out of 5
Milton Wynd Girvan Scotland
Stay at this golf apartment in Girvan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Turnberry Golf Club and Turnberry Resort Golf Courses ...
9/10 Wonderful! (24 reviews)
"Clare was amazing from the start. The check in process was very smooth. We had a lot of space, the fittings were of high quality but the sofa and carpet could do with being replaced. I would definitely stay here again as it was very close to the beach, which is so lovely in this part of the world, ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

Turnberry Apartments
Tranquil&Beautiful surroundings,situated in the country 20mins seaside,dark sky

Tranquil&Beautiful surroundings,situated in the country 20mins seaside,dark sky

Pinwherry Scotland
Stay at this holiday home in Girvan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Lendalfoot Beach and Pebbles Spa are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay. Peaceful and quiet with stunning views and surroundings. The property was lovely and clean on arrival with everything we could need during our stay. Host communication was very good. Would definitely recommend a stay here."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Tranquil&Beautiful surroundings,situated in the country 20mins seaside,dark sky
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Things to do

Culzean Castle, Burns Country & the Ayrshire Coast from Glasgow

Culzean Castle, Burns Country & the Ayrshire Coast from Glasgow

£106
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Culzean Castle, Burns Country & the Ayrshire Coast from Glasgow
Galloway: Canyoning Adventure Experience

Galloway: Canyoning Adventure Experience

£65
per adult
Galloway: Canyoning Adventure Experience
Sainte Anne Marine Park and Moyenne Island

Sainte Anne Marine Park and Moyenne Island

£132
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sainte Anne Marine Park and Moyenne Island
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Cities near Ballantrae

A pier with a lighthouse, red bollards, and the sea in the background.

Girvan

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