Old Course Hotel St Andrews

Old Station Rd St Andrews

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Description

Overlooking West Sands Beach and the Links Golf Course, Old Course Hotel features a luxury spa and award-winning restaurant. Set in a magnificent building, the hotel has scenic views and elegant rooms. The Old Course Hotel St Andrews has the Kohler Waters Spa, which offers luxury spa treatments, a hydrotherapy pool, experience showers and cold plunge pool. There is also a 20-metre swimming pool and fitness centre. The refurbished bedrooms at Old Course have sumptuous décor and modern bathrooms with designer toiletries. With original character, rooms also feature flat-screen TVs and fluffy bathrobes. Free Wi-Fi is included. With 3 AA-Rosettes, Road Hole Restaurant offers fine dining and over 200 whiskies, the contemporary Swilcan Loft serving an eclectic international menu with locally sourced Scottish produce and the most famous 19th hole in golf – The Jigger Inn, serving traditional pub food and its very own Jigger Ale. Situated in scenic St Andrews, Old Course Hotel is just metres from the rugged Scottish coastline and North Sea. Nearby Dundee can be reached in 20 minutes’ drive.

Facilities

About the property's amenities and services

24-hour front desk
Business centre
Dry cleaning
Family rooms
Fax/photocopying
Indoor pool
Trouser press
Wheelchair accessible
Body treatments
Body wrap
Fitness/spa locker rooms
CCTV in common areas
Fire extinguishers
Thermometers for guests provided by property
Room service
Meeting/banquet facilities
Golf course (within 3 km)
Ironing service
Massage
Hot tub/Jacuzzi

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Verified User Reviews (25 reviews)

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Angela
4

"A touch of luxury"

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Jacqui
4

"Beautiful hotel in perfect location"

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Steven
4

"Fabulous"

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Amanda
4

"Exceptional"

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Beverley
4

"Great location and service is amazing."

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Paterson
4

"Best 5 star hotel in the UK not just Scotland"

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Sally
4

"This hotel is worth visiting. The staff were wonderful. Very central to the town and beach."

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Bryony
4

"First time staying at this hotel & we will be back."

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Gail
4

"Everything I wanted from a two night stay"

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Charles
4

"Fabulous"

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Alan
4

"A very good overnight stay in comfortable surroundings with attention to detail."

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Scott
4

"Exceptional"

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Lorna
4

"Luxurious & relaxing."

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Lesley
4

"Lovely relaxing break"

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Melanie
4

"Pleasant stay"

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Mrs
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"Perfect"

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Cameron
4

"Exceptional"

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Helen
4

"Mainly fantastic"

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Ella
4

"Perfect place for a short stay even if you don’t play golf!"

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Nicky
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"Great stay overall."

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Julie
4

"Exceptional"

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Hotel Policy

Here are some policies led

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From 16:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

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Until 12:00
check inChildren and beds

Children of any age are allowed.

1 child (up to and including 2 years old) stays for free when using available cots.

Up to 2 children (up to and including 2 years old) stay for free when using existing beds.

Up to 2 children (from 3 years old to 12 years old) stay for £45 per child per night when using existing beds.

Up to 2 children (from 13 years old to 17 years old) stay for £65 per child per night when using existing beds.

You haven't added any extra beds.

The maximum number of cots is 1.

The maximum number of guests is 4.

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Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

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Pets are not allowed.

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The minimum age for check-in is 18

FAQs

Here are Some Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a shuttle available to get to the closest beach nearby? What are the other transportation options?

The is no shuttle service from the hotel to the West Sands beach. The beach is a short 10 minute walk from the hotel.

Is the hotel currently affected by Coronavirus? What would happen if you booked then it was affected? Thanks

The hotel is currently open for business as usual. At present our normal T&C's for all booking apply.

Is this room dog friendly

We do have a few dog friendly rooms on property - I would recommend contacting the hotel directly to ensure that you are allocated to one of these.

Is there free access to spa all day?

Guest have complimentary access to out Leisure Club from 6am - 10pm everyday. Guests also have complimentary access to the spa between 7am - 10am and 7pm - 9pm each day. Anytime outside of these hours there is a 40.00pp charge

Do the rooms have walk in showers or over bath showers.

Our Rooms mostly have shower over baths, with a percentage offering only showers or bath with separate showers. This would depend on the room type and view required.

Are there spa treatments available and if so can can I make appointments on arrival?

Good Afternoon, We do offer reduced Spa menu at the moment. We would recommend booking treatments prior to arrival to secure your preferred time. Please contact the resort directly to book.

Does king room have a view of the golf course?

Thank you kindly for your message, I can confirm only our Old Course King Rooms would have a view of the Old Course Golf Course.

Do you have accessible rooms for disabled?

Good Morning, Thank you for your message. We do have a limited number of disabled friendly rooms available. Please contact the Reservations office at the hotel directly for more information and availability.

Hi, do we have access to the spa and pool with B&B?

Guests receive complimentary access to the Kohler Spa between 6am - 10am and 7pm - 9pm. Access to the spa out with these times is chargeable at £40 per resident Guests also receive full use of the Leisure Facilities from 6am - 9pm

Do you have on site parking?

Yes, we do have parking spaces for our guest at the front.

Does the Hotel celebrate New Year

The resort does celebrate Hogmanay, please visit our web site to view our winter brochure for all events taking place over our festive period.

I’m planning on booking the king suite but will pets be allowed?

We do have a number of dog friendly rooms in the resort. Please contact our Reservations team to check your specific dates.

Hi there. Would you be able to do 3 adults in a suite rather than 2 rooms? If so what would your rate be? Thank you

We unfortunately do not allow more than two adults per room over the age of 17 within our resort, a double and a single room would be required

Hi, do you have interconnecting bedrooms?

Good Evening, Thank you for your message, I can confirm we offer interconnecting rooms.

Do you have a gym with a rowing machine?

Good Morning, Thank you for your message. Yes, we do have a rowing machine in our Fitness and Leisure Centre.

If we book a King Suite for two adults and one child, where does the child sleep as there doesn't appear to be a second bed?

Good Afternoon, Thank you for your message. Our Suites have sofa beds which can accommodate two children. Hope this clarifies and please do let me know if you have any questions. Warm regards, Reservations Team

Do you have elevators in the hotel?

Good Afternoon, Thank you for your message. I can confirm that we certainly do have lifts in the resort.

My father is an old old golfer and now needs a room with disabled access with really little walking from room to bar/restaurant - is that possible?

Good Afternoon, Please contact our Reservations team directly to discuss options for your Father and we will be happy to help.

Do guests have access to the pool facilities and would this need to be booked? What facilities are available under the current covid guidelines?

Good Afternoon, Our guest can enjoy complimentary use of the Fitness and Leisure facilities as well as complimentary use of the Spa facilities between 7am-10am and 7pm-9pm. We do recommend pre-booking and we now have all resort facilities reopened.

Can it be twin room

Good Morning, Thank you for your message. We do have a number of rooms, which can be twinned. If you request a twin room we will be delighted to accommodate it (subject to availability). Please mind that our Eden Suites and Old Course Deluxe Suites cannot be twinned.

Hello, our group will be coming to your property on Sept 30th. May I check if you have laundry facilities on site? Thank you

Good Afternoon, I can confirm that we have laundry facilities both in house and through an external company.

Do we have to pay to use the swimming pool? Thanks

Guests receive complimentary access to the Spa from 6:30am - 10:00am and 7:00pm - 9:00pm access out with is £40 per resident. Leisure pool is complimentary from 6:00am - 9:00pm

Are children allowed in your pool? Do you need to book the pool?

We would certainly recommend pre-booking the use of our Leisure facilities. Children can use the pool between 10am and 5pm.

Are dogs allowed in dining room

Dogs are welcome to dine within our Ham’s Hames restaurant, a short five minute stroll from the hotel as well as outside the Jigger Inn in the Beer Garden.

Where would you need to go for cigarette

We have designated smoking areas at the West Deck on the 4th floor of the hotel and also a smoking area at the side of the main entrance to the hotel.

Hi can you add dinner onto price

We have special deals directly with the hotel that include dinner.

Hi can we eat in a restaurant in the hotel with our dog ? And where are dogs allowed in hotel ?

Dogs are welcome in our Ham’s Hames restaurant, a short five minute stroll from the hotel as well as outside the Jigger Inn.

is there transportation into town and back (taxi / shuttle bus)

Good Afternoon, Our Concierge team within the Hotel would happily help with booking taxi transfers into the town of St. Andrews if requested.

Can I book for breakfast Sunday 27 September

Could you please contact our reservations team directly and we will be delighted to assist.

Hi, do you have electric car chargers on site?

Good afternoon, We do have electric car chargers on site.

Hi, with restrictions largely ending on 09/08 does this mean all facilities within the hotel are available again?

Good Afternoon, Thank you for your message. Our Spa and Leisure facilities has been fully reopened as well as The Road Hole Restaurant, Road Hole Bar, The Jigger Inn and Hams Hame. Reservations Team

Hi. Are there pet friendly rooms please?

We do have a few dog friendly rooms on property - I would recommend contacting the hotel directly to ensure that you are allocated to one of these.

Are there hairdryers in the rooms?

Good Afternoon, Yes every bedroom in the resort has a hairdryer as does our Kohler Water Spa & Leisure changing rooms. Thank you for your question, I hope the information provided has been helpful.

Do you have electric charging points for vehicles at the hotel

Good Afternoon, We do indeed have electric charging points, situated in our main car park at the front of the hotel. We have 10 charge points which are free for our guests to use.

1.Can guest explore n walk on the old course fairway 2.Any favor to book to play Golf in this Old course ?

On Sunday's the course is closed for visitors to enjoy a walk on the fairways, there is also a public path for you to walk and observe. Our dedicated Golf Stewards can help with the Ballot system however there is no guarantee you may be successful.

Is use of the spa included in the room rate?

Hotel guests can enjoy complimentary access to the spa facilities between 06.30am-10.00am and 7.00pm-9.00pm. When accessing the spa facilities between 10.00am-6.00pm this is priced at £40.00pp per day for up to two hours.

What time can you have access to rooms?

We guarantee check-in from 4pm daily.

Hi, please could you tell me which rooms have a course view, is it the deluxe rooms. Thank you

Thank you for your question, only our Eden Parkland standard & Eden Parkland Suites do not have views of the Old Course. All other categories of rooms do benefit from the spectacular views onto the golf course. I hope this answers your enquiry.

Hi What view do the Eden rooms have please. Thank you Ed

Eden rooms overlook the front of the building which is the entrance to St Andrews and to the hotel.

I visited your hotel last November whilst staying in the Roxburgh as had my dog and we always stay either fairmont or Roxburgh for this reason girl on reception told myself that you do take dogs I looking coming 29-12 to 1-1-21

We have a limited number of dog friendly rooms in the hotel, if you contact our reservations team direct to check.

Are you currently planning anything for the Christmas period. Is there likely to be a package I can book please.

Good Afternoon, We have not finalised our Christmas packages yet, however we are expecting to have them ready at the beginning of October.

Hello Can you use the spa with an overnight stay ?

Good Afternoon, We include complimentary use of the Spa facilities before 10am and after 7pm. We do recommend pre-booking access to guarantee your preferred times.

Can the hotel book a round of golf on the old course

Unfortunately, we do not own the Old Course so we cannot guarantee tee times. Our concierge team will be more than happy to help with the ballot information.

Can you tell me if you allow dogs if so are they allowed in the bar and lounge area . Also details of Christmas dinner please

Good Afternoon, Please contact our Reservations team directly and we will be delighted to assist.

How nuch extra to use the pool & hot tub

We offer 2 hour pass for the use of our Spa facilities for £40 per person and complimentary with a massage treatment. Please mind, that currently our Sauna, Steam room and hot top hot tub are closed due to the COVID restrictions.

Can I book a twin room instead of a double as I am travelling with my elderly mother?

We have a variety of rooms that can be made as twin rooms. We have Eden Parkland view twin rooms which are front facing within the hotel, these are our entry level rooms. We also have Old Course View twin rooms. These rooms are located at the back of the hotel with views over the 17th hole of The Old Course golf course and down to the West Sands beach.

Hi, what time is breakfast served to and from? Can you also confirm what times guests can access the complimentary spa and pool. Thanks

Breakfast runs from 7am -10:30am daily. Complimentary hours to all our guests for the Kohler Water Spa are 7am-10am and 7pm-9pm daily, Our guests also have fully complimentary use of our Leisure Suite which has a lap pool, jacuzzi and a gymnasium.

Do you take Emirates Skywards Miles for payment?

Thank you for your enquiry. We do not take Emirates Skywards Miles as a form of payment at this time.

Could you please inform me if access to the Kohler waters spa is included with a nights booking and if a booking time is required.

Kohler Water Spa offers complimentary hours: 7-10am & again 7-9pm daily, any guests who have booked treatments do also have complimentary use. Guests have complimentary use of our Leisure centre which houses a lap pool, jacuzzi & fully equipped gym.

Do all rooms have a view of the golf course from their window?

Good Afternoon, Our Old Course facing rooms have a view over the course and our Eden rooms overlook the front of the property.

On booking.com it only states “King Room” or “Standard King Room”, which one is the Old Course room? We would prefer this to the Eden room

Good Morning, Looking at the pricing, the 'standard king' seems to refer to the Old Course facing room. Feel free to con tact us directly at the resort and we will be delighted to help.

Hello Can we bring our own travel crib for our 5 month old & as they won’t need a bed it’ll just be a room for 2 adults that we select? Thanks. Scott

Yes, you are more than welcome to bring your own travel cot.

How can I get to the closest beach from the property?

The closest beach to The Old Course Hotel & Spa is the West Sands. The West Sands beach is a short 10 minute walk over The Old Course Golf Course.

Are room rates the same year round

Good Afternoon, Our rates change on month to month basis.

Hi! Would the Old Course Double Room accommodate 2 adults and a 1 year old infant in a cot? Thanks.

Good Afternoon, Yes, our standard rooms can accommodate 2 adults and 1 child. We can also provide a cot bed.

What is your best Stay a while rate for these dates? Thanks

Good Afternoon, Please contact our Reservations team directly with your selected dates and we will be delighted to assist.

Is breakfast included

Breakfast would be inclusive in your room rate.

Hi, which room is available to dogs

Good afternoon, I hope you are doing well. I can confirm our ground floor rooms are dog friendly. These rooms are our Champions Old Course, Champions Old Course Double/Double and a Deluxe Fairway Suite.

Can I bring a dog

We would be able to accommodate dogs in a selection of our rooms - there is a supplement of £35 per dog per night which includes a cleaning charge as well as a dog bed and treat for each dog.

Hi, if we book rooms at the hotel is it possible to get tee times for the Old course? Check in 28th August 2022 for 2 nights? Thanks, John Grant

Unfortunately, we are unable to guarantee tee times on the Old Course as this is a public course owned by The Links Trust. The only way to apply to play this course is by entering the Old Course Ballot.

Hi can you use the pool without having the Spa treatment

I can confirm you are able to use the Spa Facilities without having a spa treatment booked.

Do you have guaranteed tee times on the old course?

Unfortunately, The Old Course is not our course and we do not have many tee times allocated. However, our Golf Stewards would be delighted to assist with entering the ballot or booking alternative courses.

We are a couple travelling for work, is this within the current Covid restrictions for St Andrew’s?

As the Scottish Government has placed Scotland back into lockdown until at least the beginning of February, this does mean that the hotel will also be closed for this duration. At this time we do not have a confirmed reopening date.

Is this dog friendly?

We are a dog friendly hotel, we charge £35 per dog and allow two dogs per room. There would be no charge after payment of the first two nights. This charge includes a dog bed, food and water bowl, toy, treats and cleaning fees.

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