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7.4

1,566 reviews

The Waterfront

The Waterfront

7 North Crescent Portpatrick, Portpatrick, DG9 8SX, United Kingdom

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Free parking

Restaurant

Beachfront

Free wifi

Meeting/Banquet facilities

Beach

Golf course

Bar

The Waterfront

The Waterfront in Portpatrick, United Kingdom, is a 3-star hotel nestled at 7 North Crescent Portpatrick, just 0.1mi from the city center. A beachfront retreat with landmark views, this location puts the coast within easy reach for sunset strolls and sea breezes.

On-site amenities include free parking, complimentary WiFi, a restaurant and bar, and direct access to the beach. The property is pet-friendly with extra charges, and features a sun deck, terrace, and garden. Meeting/banquet facilities, a golf course nearby, and a picnic area add versatility, while non-smoking rooms and free toiletries contribute to a comfortable stay. Kids’ meals are available for an extra charge.

Reviews total 1,566, reflecting regular attention from travelers who choose this beachfront base in Portpatrick.

The Waterfront offers a beachfront escape with landmark views and direct access to the beach. A sun deck, terrace, and garden provide inviting spaces to unwind after a day by the sea, while the coastal setting keeps seaside days and sunset moments within easy reach.

Dining centers around Restaurant #1, serving British cuisine in ambiances that range from FamilyFriendly to Traditional and Romantic, with a bar for drinks on site. Pets are allowed, with charges may apply. Non-smoking rooms and free toiletries contribute to comfortable stays. A picnic area adds versatility, while meeting/banquet facilities support events, and a nearby golf course invites an extra day of activity.

Cash is accepted, along with Mastercard, Visa, and Maestro. Room options include a Family Suite, Room - 1 Bed, Sea View, Small, 1 Bed, Small Double Room, and Classic King, among other choices. The property has earned 1,566 reviews, indicating steady traveler interest in this waterfront destination.

Closest airports

George Best Belfast City Airport

33.9mi

Belfast International Airport

45.7mi

Campbeltown Airport

46.9mi

Prestwick Airport

50.7mi

Isle Of Man / Ronaldsway Airport

56.1mi

Most popular amenities

Free parking

Restaurant

Beachfront

Free wifi

Meeting/Banquet facilities

Beach

Golf course

Bar

Sun deck

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Landmark view

Picnic area

Garden

Free toiletries

Rooms

Standard Twin Room in The Waterfront

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Room - 2 Twin

2 Twin Beds

205 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

Shower

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Featuring free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The twin room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit has 2 beds.

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Room - 1 Bed, Sea View

200 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The double room offers a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

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Room - 1 Twin

250 sqft

Tea/Coffee maker

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The double room offers a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 1 bed.

Double Room with Sea View in The Waterfront

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Double Room, Sea View

1 Queen Size Bed

205 sqft

Landmark view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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x6

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Small, 1 Bed

200 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

+

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Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The double room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

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Family Suite

300 sqft

Tea/Coffee maker

+

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The family room provides a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The family room features a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, heating and a TV. The unit offers 4 beds.

Small Double Room in The Waterfront

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Small Double Room

1 Queen Size Bed

205 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

Shower

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Room

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Single Room

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Classic, King Size

1 King Size Bed

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x3

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Superior

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Superior, Single

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Economy Double Room

x4

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x3

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Guest reviews

7.4

1,566 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Jim

8.2

May 2025

Food was excellent. Staff very friendly. Overall good value for money.

Room was clean but a bit dated. Toilet was uniquely situated in what looked like a wardrobe.

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Bronia

8.2

May 2024

The location was excellent to enjoy the setting sun. Also ideally placed to explore the surrounding areas. Breakfast was very good and set us up for the day. The staff were helpful, friendly and very welcoming. No problems parking

The evening menu was a bit limited but apart from that we were more than satisfied with our stay.

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Kelvin

8.2

November 2024

we thought the food was great and the views over the bay were lovely. we especially liked the massive onion rings, haggis and goats cheese pizza. the hotel was nice and quiet and you could relax when the weather was poor and you wanted to stay in your room.

The Tv reception wasnt great but it wasnt a major issue when you were out and about but if the weather was poor so was the reception. that is not a complaint as we didnt come on a relaxing break to watch tv, but it could be addressed. The room needed an information pack for things like fire exits, meal times and wifi connections.

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Jane

8.2

December 2024

Although the room wasn't perfect we had a really lovely stay. The staff are lovely, so friendly and accommodating. The breakfast is amazing, tasty lots of choice and great quality. The location is stunning, Port Patrick is a beautiful place. You get great value for money. I would highly recommend a stay at the Waterfront Hotel.

The room was very warm, we think it had underfloor heating which we couldn't control and remained on all night. There was a heavy picture with a mirrored frame just perched on the radiator, not sure if it was supposed to be there or if putting it on the wall got over looked. The fire alarm had no cover. The bathroom is very small, the sink is really difficult to use without getting water all over due the the placement of the shelving above.

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Wendy

8.2

September 2024

the hotel was very clean and was cleaned regually smelt fresh and clean we had fried breakfast which was of a good standard with fruitjuice and coffee would of been nice to have some fresh fruit to choose from we stayed in room 7 which has a window and had been newly refurbished new shower area which was nice and white no marks in sight /new carpet and decore in room and bedsheets where clean and new clean matress and tv with tea and coffee facilities we asked for more coffee and milk daily which the staff didnt mind doing they where polite and helpful we didnt have a hairdrier in the room which was stated that it had when we booked and no ironing equipment and nothing in the room to say ask at reception for if they did have? hotel nice and pieaceful and quiet at night also

hairdrier in room /iron .. fruit for breakfast as a healthy option

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Jeanette

10

April 2024

Lovely hotel. Clean,comfortable hotel. Good value for money. Staff friendly and helpful. Food excellant, good choices on menu. Room with sea view. Clean and big room.

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Ann

9.1

July 2025

Location was excellent. We had a sea view -our room had a lovely small bay window seat looking right onto the sea. Room had everything we needed. All the staff were very attentive, nothing a bother and happy to help. We would like to say a big thank you to Jade, Rachel and Tanya who are wonderful staff members. Port Patrick is a beautiful part of Scotland, lovely community spirit as this was our first time visiting there. Weather was excellent which always helps. Food in the hotel was delicious-we were DBB, no complaints, good choice and good portions

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Helen

8.2

August 2024

The staff were lovely, very friendly. Lovely place to stay. Would definitely visit again. Bed was so comfortable.

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Andrea

10

February 2025

Food was lovely, breakfast was served hot and quickly, Evening meal was also lovely - staff were lovely. Rooms were spotlessly clean and well decorated - some of our party said bathrooms were a little small. Location was great. On arrrival girl on reception was so friendly, introduced herself as Lauren and said just to give her a shout if we needed anything. Throughout our stay she was so accomodating - arranged a table for breakfast/lunch for us all to sit together (10 of us) and the same through in the bar area. Lauren is a credit to the hotel she was so friendly and helpful. Breakfast staff were really nice and helpful as well - think when staff are nice makes your stay so much nicer.

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Carlynn

8.2

October 2024

The staff were very hospitable and nothing was too much bother for them. They responded to all requests with positivity and a smile. Special mention to Lindsay who was extremely helpful/chatty. Our room had a sea view - ideal from which to view the storm whilst being warm and toasty!! We felt our dinner, bed & breakfast deal was good value. The food was varied, delicious and plentiful. Given we visited offseason, public parking was straightforward and available. Previous reviewers have noted how small the bedrooms/en suites are. We can only agree, although the en suites are functional, surprisingly powerful shower and ingenious in design!

Nothing other than not being likely to spend more than a couple of nights given the restricted space, and lacking confidence parking would be available nearby in high season.

Points of Interest Around The Waterfront

Attractions

Carrickfergus Castle

28.9mi

Restaurants

Restaurant #1

Cuisines

  • British

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Traditional
  • Romantic

Amenities of The Waterfront

Free parking

Restaurant

Beachfront

Free wifi

Meeting/Banquet facilities

Beach

Golf course

Bar

Sun deck

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Landmark view

Picnic area

Garden

Free toiletries

Stay rules - The Waterfront

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property