Cairnryan is a small village in Dumfries and Galloway situated on the south-west coast of Scotland overlooking Lochryan on the east shore. The village dates from 1701 with the building of Lochryan House by Colonel Agnew of Croach, it was remodelled c1820 and house still stands to the north of today’s village. Well-known for its important maritime history, Cairnryan, was used as a secret military port and naval base in 1941 and throughout WW2 and was also involved in the Normandy Landings in 1944. The ferry port has been used as a terminus for the roll-on-roll-off ferries to Northern Ireland since the 1970’s. Cairnryan is a popular tourist destination and is ideally located for either catching the ferry to Ireland or touring the attractions of Dumfries and Galloway. The tranquil village offers a range of services including shops, holiday accommodation, restaurants, cafes and takeaways. Neighbouring Stranraer is known as the ‘Gateway to the Rhins of Galloway’ with the road north leading to Scotland’s scenic most southern point The Mull of Galloway. There is an 18-hole championship golf course on the shores of Lochryan with views over to Ailsa Craig and the Isle of Arran. Other local attractions include Castle Kennedy and Gardens, Logan Botanic Garden and The Southern Upland Way; a long distance walk starting at nearby Portpatrick.
Places to Stay near Cairnryan
Cairnryan House (0.43 miles)
Situated directly across from the shore of Loch Ryan, Cairnryan House Bed and Breakfast Guest House offers quality accommodation with uninterrupted views across the loch to Wig Bay and Corsewall Point. We are just 500 ... More | visit website
Rhins of Galloway (1.64 miles)
Located in charming lawned gardens close to the A77, this hotel style guest house boasts views over Loch Ryan and is just 20 yards from an attractive shingle beach. The guest house ... More
Balyett Bed and Breakfast (4.29 miles)
Graded 4 stars by the Scottish Tourist Board and recommended by Lonely Planet, this bed and breakfast accommodation has a magnificent seafront location overlooking the coast where the Stranraer and Cairnryan ferries pass by.
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The Swan Inn (4.51 miles)
Marine House Hotel (4.65 miles)
Jim & Fiona Wood welcome you to the Marine House Hotel website. Our well furnished and decorated hotel is in the town of Stranraer, in the southwest of Scotland. We ... More
North West Castle Hotel (4.74 miles)
Lakeview Guest House (4.79 miles)
Ideally situated on Stranraer seafront, just 5 minutes walk from the town centre, train station and ferry terminal, this family-run guest house with free Wi-Fi is conveniently located for an enjoyable ... More
Abonny Guest House (5.01 miles)
Abonny Guest House is a family bed and breakfast accommodation situated close to Stranraer town centre, ferry, rail and bus terminals.The guest house is totally non-smoking and offers both en-suite ... More
Fernlea Guest House (5.05 miles)
Close to Stranraer’s town centre and ferry port, this charming family-run bed and breakfast is housed in an attractive, stone-built Victorian property, boasting fine original woodwork and ceilings. With just 3 rooms, ... More
Cross Haven Guest House (5.11 miles)
Mick and Gayle Holmes guarantee you a warm welcome on your arrival at Cross Haven. It is a beautiful Victorian villa refurbished by us to a high standard. Formerly a ... More
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