Old Course Hotel St Andrews
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Overlooking the Links Golf Course and the West Sands Beach, Old Course Hotel boasts a luxury spa, an award-winning restaurant, scenic views and elegant rooms.
Summary of reviewsThe Old Course Hotel St Andrews is a luxurious five-star hotel that offers exceptional service and amenities. The hotel's location overlooking the 17th and 18th holes of the Old Course and the West Sands beach is iconic and perfect for golf lovers. Guests rave about the exceptional breakfast with beautiful views and a nice selection of freshly cooked items. The hotel's dining options receive mixed reviews with some guests finding the quality and value for money lacking. The rooms are generally lovely, well equipped and comfortable with luxurious furnishings and bedding, although some require updating. The hotel's cleanliness is exceptional and the staff are friendly, helpful and professional. The spa is a highlight for many guests, although some feel that better access should be offered. The hotel is a golfer's dream come true with stunning views and proximity to other courses in the area. Overall, the Old Course Hotel St Andrews is a must-visit destination for those in search of luxury accommodations.
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This luxury hotel features 6 bars and restaurants, and a waterfall pool at the Kohler Waters Spa.
Renowned worldwide as “The Home of Golf”, the hotel features 11 courses in the immediate area and over 30 more within a half-hour’s drive.
The Kohler Waters Spa offers luxury spa treatments, a rooftop hot tub and a relaxation area.
All children up to 2 years stay for free when using existing beds.
Facilities for the disabled guests are available.
The 5 star hotel offers refurbished bedrooms with sumptuous décor and modern bathrooms.
Hotel Taking Steps Towards Sustainability
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The Old Course Hotel St Andrews boasts an iconic location, overlooking the 17th and 18th holes of the Old Course and the West Sands beach. The views from the restaurants and breakfast area are sublime, making it a perfect treat for golf lovers. The hotel is within walking distance to restaurants, the town and the bus station. The luxurious surroundings and spacious rooms make for a fabulous stay. However, some guests noted that the front of the property is not as accessible as they would have liked and some had a view of the parking lot. Overall, the location is second to none for the perfect golfing break in St Andrews.
Guests rave about the exceptional breakfast at Old Course Hotel St Andrews. From the beautiful views while dining to the complimentary glass of champagne, it's no surprise that guests describe the breakfast as absolutely fantastic, fabulous and superb. The food is great quality with a nice selection of freshly cooked items, as well as choices from the buffet or a la carte menu. There are delicious vegan options and dairy milk alternatives available too. The waiter service is quick and pleasant and room service breakfast is just as good as dining in the restaurant. Some guests mention that more choices could be added to the breakfast selections, but overall, guests enjoyed their inclusive and nydelig (Norwegian for lovely) breakfast.
Guests at the Old Course Hotel in St Andrews had mixed reviews of the hotel's dining options. Some guests raved about the superb quality of food and drinks at the cocktail bar, Sands and the Road Hole restaurant, calling them the best in the hotel. Guests enjoyed a good choice of options for dining, including the traditional Jigger Inn pub. However, some guests were unimpressed with the quality and choice of food on the dinner menu, finding it not worth the high prices. Others complained of noisy rooms located above the restaurant and poor service from staff. Some guests had to wait a significant amount of time to be served with one party waiting over 45 minutes for lunch to arrive. Overall, while some guests had outstanding dining experiences, others found the quality and value for money of the hotel's restaurants to be lacking.
The Old Course Hotel in St Andrews offers an amazing property with beautiful rooms that provide an amazing view of the golf course and sea. Guests can choose from deluxe suites, spacious rooms and those themed by historical winners of the Open, complete with interesting Edwardian photos that add to the atmosphere. The rooms are generally lovely, well equipped and comfortable with luxurious furnishings and bedding. The hotel's high standard of cleanliness is exceptional with the exception of a few outdated rooms that require updating. Some guests complained about a lack of air conditioning, while others had issues with noisy or small rooms. However, the amazing views and beautiful rooms, combined with excellent room service and a brilliant shower, make up for any shortcomings. Overall, the Old Course Hotel offers a very comfortable and luxurious stay with top-class service and spa.
Guests of the Old Course Hotel in St Andrews consistently describe the beds as comfortable and cozy with nice bedding and pillows adding to the overall sleep quality. However, a few guests found the mattress and pillows to be less comfortable than similar hotels in the same category. Despite the musky smell of some rooms, guests found the beds to be great, lovely, small in some cases and extremely comfortable. Overall, the Old Course Hotel offers comfortable beds and a good night's sleep for guests.
The Old Course Hotel St Andrews is a thoroughly clean and well-presented destination with numerous guests noting that their rooms were immaculate and very clean. The hotel provides an impeccable cleaning service, which is reflected in the super clean rooms and overall cleanliness of the hotel. Although a few guests mentioned encountering some dust, the majority of reviews highlight the hotel's cleanliness as being excellent. However, some guests noted that their rooms weren't cleaned to the level they had expected. Overall, cleanliness is a top priority at this hotel with housekeeping ensuring that everything is clean and tidy throughout the day.
The Old Course Hotel St Andrews has a reputation for its exceptional staff, who are friendly, helpful and professional. Guests rave about the incredibly warm welcome they receive and praise the knowledgeable and attentive service from the entire team. The hotel's concierge and front desk staff are standouts with many happy guests giving them a special shout-out. However, a few guests did encounter some poorly trained or unhelpful staff members. Overall, the service at this hotel is faultless with staff going above and beyond to make guests feel welcome and comfortable. The friendly and efficient staff truly make a stay at the Old Course Hotel St Andrews a memorable experience.
The Old Course Hotel in St Andrews boasts an amazing spa, loved by guests who appreciated the great facilities including an impressive plunge pool and the hydrapool. Some felt that better access to the spa should be offered, as the limited opening hours and expensive fees were disappointing for some guests. Despite this, many felt that the spa was a very welcome facility and a highlight of their stay. Interestingly, the Kohler Spa stole the show with its beautiful interiors and superb treatments, though some felt the spa area was a little bit disappointing. The busy spa could be improved, as some were surprised to find dirty towels and robes everywhere. However, for some, their spa treatment was the best they've ever had. Despite having to pay for use of the spa, guests still found the pool facilities to be excellent. Overall, the spectacular spa at Old Course Hotel is a fabulous addition to a lovely hotel stay.
The Old Course Hotel in St Andrews is a golfer's dream come true. With stunning views of the 17th and 18th holes of the historic Old Course, knowing which legendary players have stayed there adds to the excitement. For golf enthusiasts, there's no better place in the world to be. The hotel itself boasts amazing facilities and beautifully themed rooms based on the historical winners of The Open. If you're a keen golfer, you'll love being on the 17th fairway of the Old Course as well as the hotel's proximity to other courses in the area. The Jigger Inn is a fun spot for a drink and the Road Hole restaurant is a must-visit with its spectacular views and highly recommended cuisine. The hotel even has a car to take you to any course you like with golf club storage. The relaxed ambiance and perfect location make for a bucket list kind of experience for any golfing break. St Andrews is always a great place to stay with so much to enjoy here.
The Old Course Hotel St Andrews has been described by guests as an exceptional and outstanding five-star venue, perfect in every way. However, some guests have noted that the service and amenities do not always match up to the high expectations that come with a five-star rating. Some have been appalled by what they see as boorishness and others have noted that the standard is not up to par with other five-star hotels. However, many guests have described the hotel as fantastic, superb and friendly with great service all around. While some believe that the hotel could improve by offering more advanced amenities such as Nespresso machines in the rooms, others have noted that they cannot fault any aspect of their stay at the Old Course Hotel St Andrews, making it a must-visit destination for those in search of luxury accommodations.
The Old Course Hotel St Andrews is a truly luxurious hotel that ranks among the best in the world. Guests praise the hotel's amazing property, gorgeous and romantic settings and the fantastic full experience they offer. The hotel exudes luxury with outstanding amenities and services to match its five-star rating. Guests love the relaxing, tranquil and breathtaking views on offer and the staff's attentiveness throughout the hotel. The food is delicious and the decor throughout the hotel is very luxurious. It's definitely the perfect luxury location for a special occasion with a lovely historic feel, stunning views and a nice vibe. The hotel's rooms, bathrooms, bars, cafes and restaurants are all of a very high standard. The Old Course Hotel St Andrews is a great break in luxury surroundings, a classy place to stay and a fantastic hotel in a great location. Overall, the hotel and staff are simply fantastic!
Yes, Old Course Hotel St Andrews has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Indoor Pool.
Yes, a spa is available at Old Course Hotel St Andrews.
Yes, Old Course Hotel St Andrews welcomes dogs.
No, parking facilities aren't available at Old Course Hotel St Andrews.
Yes, Old Course Hotel St Andrews has a gym.
