George Hotel, Stranraer – Operator Opportunity

What this is

Prior Information Notice: Dumfries and Galloway Council seeks operator(s) for the redeveloped George Hotel in Stranraer — a new visitor attraction combining a two-floor arts centre (gallery, events, workshops, studios), six flexible offices/co-working spaces, a two-storey indoor-outdoor climbing and bouldering attraction, a 28-bed affordable bunkhouse with shared facilities, and a communal kitchen — aimed at tourism drawn to the nearby Waterfront. The contract notice was estimated for 16 February 2026; notes of interest on the PIN were considered until 26 January 2026. This PIN is not itself biddable.

Key points

• Operate the redeveloped George Hotel, Stranraer: arts centre + climbing attraction + 28-bed bunkhouse + co-working
• This is the PIN — contract notice expected from 16 Feb 2026; verify status on PCS
• Suits leisure/arts/hostel operators, possibly as a consortium
• Tied to Stranraer Waterfront tourism regeneration

Who can bid

PIN / market engagement — an operator opportunity likely structured as a lease/concession; the contract notice was expected ~16 February 2026. Check PCS for the live notice.

How it is scored

Per the follow-on notice.

Money

No value published; mixed revenue model (arts centre, climbing attraction, bunkhouse, office hire).

How to submit

Record interest on the PCS PIN; PIN document attached to the notice.

Clarifications

Via the PCS Q&A.

Contract period

Per the follow-on notice.

Classification

CPV 70332200 — Commercial property management services 92320000 — Arts-facility operation services92610000 — Sports facilities operation services98341100 — Accommodation management services Scotland