The Golf Hotel

Hotels
8 (245 reviews)
4 High Street CRAIL Fife , Crail , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Packed lunches
Darts
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Great breakfast
Cons:
Inadequate cleanliness
Room quality needing updates

Categories

Cleanliness
7.08
Several reviews mentioned dirty carpets and a filthy bathmat, indicating poor cleanliness.
Service
9.05
Numerous reviews highlighted the helpfulness and friendliness of the staff.
Location
8.59
Location was described positively in multiple reviews, making it a key strength.
Room Quality
7.04
Rooms were generally described as tired and in need of updating.
Amenities
8.07
Standard amenities mentioned but not a focal point in the reviews.
Value for Money
7.53
Several reviews indicated overpriced accommodations in relation to quality.
Food and Beverage
8.58
Food, especially breakfast and dinner, received consistent praise.
Overall Experience
8.05
General sentiment was mixed but positive, with many enjoying their visits.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 07:37

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Views
Situated in Crail, a mere 12 km from St Andrews Bay, The Golf Hotel offers a serene escape with a garden, private parking, shared lounge, and terrace. The hotel boasts a bar and is conveniently located within 16 km of St Andrews University.

Modern Amenities for a Comfortable Stay
Each unit features a flat-screen TV, DVD player, and a private bathroom stocked with complimentary toiletries. Guests can enjoy a continental, Full English/Irish, or vegetarian breakfast and savor British and international cuisine at the on-site restaurant.

Fun Activities and Nearby Attractions
Unwind with a game of darts or explore the surrounding area, including the captivating Discovery Point just 37 km away. With the Dundee Airport a short 41 km drive, book your stay at The Golf Hotel for a memorable experience.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for £15 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 245 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.08
Service: 9.05
Location: 8.59
Room Quality: 7.04
Amenities: 8.07
Value for Money: 7.53
Food and Beverage: 8.58
Overall Experience: 8.05
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LESLEY • solo_traveller • gb
5
Pros:

Location and friendly staff

Cons:

The smell of chip fat in the hallways 🥴

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Linda • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Jackie was a huge help- very much appreciated all she did!

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Ailidh • couple • gb
9
2025-12-15 • via Nuitee
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Mavis • couple • gb
4
Historic building, inadequately modernised, expensive, London prices for a distinctly under par hote
Pros:

Staff were friendly, location good. Good breakfast.

Cons:

Shabby interior, unsatisfactory shower, inadequate towel provision, cramped room, room was cold when we arrived.

2025-11-23 • via Nuitee
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Peter • extended_group • gb
7
2025-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • extended_group • gb
3
2025-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Fiona • solo_traveller • gb
8
Golf day out
Pros:

Food and the atmosphere in the bar.Staff were courteous and friendly

Cons:

Rooms were tired and could do with being upgraded.

2025-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Riki0077 • solo_traveller • us
3
I should have been paid to stay there
Pros:

Needs major refurbishment

Cons:

Uncomfortable beds, dirty carpets, areas of the property in major disrepair

2025-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Bonita • couple • de
8
Pros:

Wirklich historisches Gebäude Das Abendessen war sehr lecker dort.

2025-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Christine • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Staff were exceptionally helpful.

Cons:

There are no facilities for drying wet clothes
I had to ask to get some heating on.

2025-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Ben • family_with_children • gb
9
Really enjoyed it
Pros:

Friendly atmosphere, and very well managed. Great breakfast.

Cons:

Beds could be better quality

2025-10-06 • via Nuitee
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Matthew Stewart • solo_traveller • gb
9
2025-09-20 • via Nuitee
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Alan • couple • gb
9
Great hotel with querky features
Pros:

I love an old building with querky features, sloping creaky floors, wonky doors and beams.
I haven't seen a bar as busy in a long time and still serves proper beer.
Handy car parking space.
Very good dinner and breakfast.
Great coast walk.

Cons:

All good

2025-09-18 • via Nuitee
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W A • couple • gb
8
Historic Inn in charming mediaeval village.
Pros:

Very helpful staff. Interesting, attactive old building in heart of Crail. Breakfast fine, as was our evening meal the day before. Bars and restaurant were all very nice.

Cons:

The room would benefit from a bit of maintenance.

2025-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Svenja • couple • de
8
Pros:

The bar was cozy, friendly folks, nice drinks. Breakfast (full Scottish breakfast) was very good. Restaurant had nice food for dinner.

2025-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Raymond • couple • gb
9
2025-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • couple • us
9
Wonderful
Pros:

Fabulous staff! Funky 300 year old hotel.

2025-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • extended_group • gb
8
Than you to the host for accommodating early check in and for the 10/10 breakfast!
Pros:

Great location for the wedding we were at, really friendly and accommodating host with early check in, great breakfast

Cons:

Noise from guest upstairs and from the road early morning (not the hotel’s fault)

2025-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Ellen • couple • gb
8
Could do with improvements say £70 /£80 room worth not £150 a night.
Pros:

I like it was quiet not much to do ,not far to the beach

Cons:

The room was dusty there was a bathmat aboustley filthy it Made us a bit unsettled overpriced for the room cause only local pub in area. The girl behind the bar was full of drugs she was out her face on Fri night not good she gave us wrong drinks and was so loud .

2025-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Wendy • couple • au
8
Would recommend staying here
Pros:

Old world charm, great location

Cons:

Bed was uncomfortable

2025-08-27 • via Nuitee