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 £83 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
£83
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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! (989 reviews)
"They arranged very spacious rooms for us, clean and comfortable. The breakfast is very nice and the staffs are very friendly. We had a wonderful time!"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 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 £71 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
£71
2 Sept - 3 Sept
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! (583 reviews)
"This hotel was in an amazing location. The view was INCREDIBLE. It is a very old property but they do a good job of trying to keep it clean, maintained and updated. It wasn’t the Ritz Carlton by any means, but it was good enough for what we needed. Close to an AMAZING golf course (walking distance) ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 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.
4 bedroom accommodation in Ballantrae, near Girvan

4 bedroom accommodation in Ballantrae, near Girvan

Ballantrae, near Girvan
Stay at this cottage in Girvan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Pebbles Spa and Ayrshire Coastal Path Trail Head are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
A great base from which to explore this part of Scotland.
"A great base from which to explore this part of Scotland. The coastal drives in both directions are magnificent. Excellent area at the rear of the property to sit during the summer. Very responsive host. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025

4 bedroom accommodation in Ballantrae, near Girvan
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
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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

£131
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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