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Knockinaam Lodge

Family fun on the black sand beach

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping

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Portpatrick, Stranraer, Scotland, DG9 9AD
  • Stranraer Museum
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Castle Kennedy Gardens
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Cairnryan Port
    ‪24 min drive‬

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Garden

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Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Suite

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Stranraer

Located in Stranraer, Knockinaam Lodge is in a rural area and on a private beach. Castle of St John and Wigtown Square are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Ardwell Gardens and Gkenwhan Gardens. Stranraer Museum and Castle Kennedy Gardens are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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What's nearby

  • Stranraer Museum - 16 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Castle Kennedy Gardens - 22 min drive - 20.8 km
  • Port Logan Beach - 24 min drive - 24.1 km
  • Cairnryan Port - 24 min drive - 24.0 km
  • Logan Botanic Garden - 26 min drive - 23.8 km

Getting around

  • Stranraer Station - 14 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 148 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hong Kong City - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Henrys Bay House Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bar Pazz - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Custom House - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Starfish Restaurant - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Knockinaam Lodge

Family fun on the black sand beach
Guests at this beach lodge will appreciate convenient on-site amenities such as a playground and a picnic area.
Knockinaam Lodge offers 10 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and complimentary slippers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Stranraer lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Recreational amenities at the lodge include a private beach.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

Croatian, Danish, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Norwegian, Polish, Spanish, Swedish
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Amenities

On private beach
Breakfast included
Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant

House Rules

Check in after 2 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11 AM
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Frequently asked questions

Is Knockinaam Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 25 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Knockinaam Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Knockinaam Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Knockinaam Lodge?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Knockinaam Lodge located?

Located in Stranraer, this beachfront lodge is next to a golf course and within 12 mi (20 km) of Stranraer Museum, Castle of St John and Ardwell Gardens. Gkenwhan Gardens and Castle Kennedy Gardens are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Knockinaam Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness
It's position. Excellent food.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

BILL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay. Some plumbing and ventilation issues
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Setting.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Knockinaam Lodge

First visit, wonderful hotel and location. Would not hesitate to return.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the Churchill Room which was very comfortable. The food was fantastic with a great choice of wines. The staff were excellent and nothing was too much trouble, would definitely recommend a stay at this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location and superb food
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

jennie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointed

Covid conditions exceptional and we felt very safe in this regard. We have stayed before several years ago and enjoyed our stay in the past. However this time we were disappointed with our trip and will not return as the delivery was not up to standard. The food was very good and overall the service was too apart from one male staff member who appeared to be a supervisor or manager who showed me to me room and let me carry my own suitcase, I am over 70. He also hovered about as we were eating our meal which spoiled the experience. The room and facilities were not up to the standard expected. I asked for conditioner and was told they didn't supply it even though I was given a bottle the previous day when I asked.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fit for a king

A absolutely peaceful stay as always tranquil bliss and food from the gods
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet and relaxing

Pleasant homely hotel. Superb food (fine dining - tasting menu, small portions) quaint bar. We were the only couple and there was a large well behaved group too. Very secluded, looks onto the shoreline- a lovely view at breakfast. We enjoyed our overnight.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

ANDREW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Knockinaam Lodge - two visits in 7 weeks.

You are treated like a family guest at Knockinaam lodge. Coffee and shortbread on arrival. The standard of service and food is exceptional. Very friendly staff and a real treat. Well done to all.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The qaulity of service and attitude of staff was excellent. The food was beyond incredible. Meeting the owner, David, was an added bonus, as got the opportunity to congratulate him on a superb job of turning Knockinhaam into something so unique and special. We both highly recommend this Lodge, and will definitely be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent facilities, service and food; price very reasonable. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet seclusion with excellent food and service. Forget your digital devices and relax. Back again in May.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Escape from City

Staff and food excellent, room comfortable, larger TV, and tea / coffee making facilities in room would enhance. Stay was during a wet November, location would be lovely in Spring / Summer when hopefully weather warmer. Would have been nice to meet the owners given Lodge only has 10 rooms not all of which were occupied during our stay. Stay was enjoyable but when comparing with other 5 star hotels I would suggest it is a bit pricey.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent experience

Food & staff service excellent, room & bathrooms to a very high standard. Lovely hotel & grounds. Overall a pleasure to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

gordon, belfast

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A haven of old decencyand relaxation

Beautiful old country house situated in an isolated spot with front lawn leading down to seashore Excellent food&service with very comfortable beds and spacious bedrooms
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Trout, Glasgow

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

So relaxing

What a lovely spot. Great staff and fabulous food.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tom, Edinburgh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good food in charming hotel

It was a cold night so we were grateful for the wood fires in the public rooms and the electric blankets on the bed. Pleasant staff and owner. Very good dinner, well served. Breakfast very good too. Our room was a good size with a large bathroom and we had a good night's sleep in this quiet spot, despite some noise from adjacent plumbing.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cherry, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Very nice place to stay if you want to push the boat out. Only complaint was -rather mean with the toiletries in the bathroom. Only one shower gel between two of us.

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022