Balcomie Links Hotel

Hotels
8.8 (568 reviews)
Balcomie Road Crail , Anstruther , gb
+44 1333 450237

listing image 1
Show all photos
Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Hiking
Luggage storage
Bar
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Excellent breakfast
Cons:
Musty smell in bathroom
Issues with accommodating dietary restrictions

Categories

Cleanliness
8.65
Reviews generally indicate clean accommodations, though one mention of a musty smell in the bathroom lowers sentiment.
Service
9.15
Many reviews highlight friendly and helpful staff; some concerns about service quality were mentioned but overall sentiment is positive.
Location
9.15
Multiple positive mentions of the hotel's convenient location for various activities.
Room Quality
8.65
Rooms described as spacious and generally comfortable, with some individual comments on bed comfort.
Amenities
8.65
Amenities were typically described positively, though availability issues were noted.
Value for Money
8.65
General sentiment indicates good value for the services provided.
Food and Beverage
8.65
Breakfast received praise, but one review expressed disappointment due to dietary constraints not being accommodated.
Overall Experience
8.85
Majority of reviews reflect a positive overall experience with minor issues affecting some guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 14:11

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation

Located in Anstruther, Balcomie Links Hotel offers a charming stay just 12 km from St Andrews Bay. The hotel boasts a shared lounge, free private parking, and a restaurant, providing guests with comfort and convenience during their visit. Each room is elegantly furnished with a desk, flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom, ensuring a relaxing retreat.

Diverse Dining Options

Guests can enjoy a delicious breakfast spread every morning, featuring continental, Full English/Irish, and vegetarian options. The on-site bar and restaurant offer a variety of culinary delights, perfect for indulging after a day of exploring the nearby attractions.

Entertainment and Activities

From karaoke nights to billiards and darts, there is never a dull moment at Balcomie Links Hotel. With water sports facilities nearby and hiking/cycling routes in the area, guests can enjoy a range of activities throughout their stay.

Experience luxury and comfort at Balcomie Links Hotel - book your stay now!

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.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 568 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.65
Service: 9.15
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 8.65
Amenities: 8.65
Value for Money: 8.65
Food and Beverage: 8.65
Overall Experience: 8.85
B
Brown • couple • gb
8
Satisfactory
Pros:

good location. Bright room

Cons:

Breakfast room was rather bleak

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
P
Pier • solo_traveller • nl
9
Goed verblijf gehad in dit hotel. Goede voorzieningen zoals ontbijt en lekker dichtbij de zee en het haventje van Crail.
Pros:

Goede badkamer en mooie ontbijtruimte.

Cons:

Niks

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
M
Marco • couple • it
9
Pros:

L’efficienza è la modernità delle stanze e degli interni. La cortesia del manager

Cons:

La facciata esterna dell’albergo avrebbe bisogno almeno di una imbiancata.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
K
kyle • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
C
Chris • solo_traveller • gb
5
It did the job
Pros:

Good location person who checked us in Called Scott could not be more helpful

Cons:

The Room had a very strong smell of damp although visually it was extremely clean when leaving the next day all our clothes and belongings were stinking. I left a phone charger in the room by mistake called within 2 hours of checking out and was assured they would check for me and call back within the hour and the girl did not. I then called another twice and spoke to another two separate girls who also said they would call back but they could not see it in lost property and still no call back to this day!
And no charger been returned to me.

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
F
Fiona • couple • gb
8
Great stay, would recommend.
Pros:

Lovely place, room perfect for our needs and staff helpful and friendly.

Cons:

Too hot!

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
P
Patricia • couple • gb
4
Disappointing.
Pros:

Good breakfast. Good location. Comfortable bed.

Cons:

Curtains did not close properly. Hairs in shower base. TV not working. Very poor WIFI connection. Paper thin walls= bad sound insulation. Poor waitering service. Loud music on Saturday night from the bar , stopping sleep and peace&quiet.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
L
leslie • couple • gb
8
Good thanks
Pros:

Nice loo hotwarer 3ply paper comfortable bed good breakfast

Cons:

Rust strens front walls detract from overall paint weeds front wallet

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
B
Beatriz • couple • es
10
Very nice and clean hotel with excellent breakfast.
Pros:

Excellent breakfast. Very nice room with firm mattress. Very clean.

Cons:

Double bed a bit small. Harbour is 15 min away from property. Our room was on the first floor so it was quite noisy till 11pm and the we could hear the chats from the customers.

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
A
Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
S
Sarah • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

The room and facilities were clean and good

Cons:

Nothing, but i thought the evening menu could have had more choice

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
J
James • couple • gb
9
Nice location
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
B
Bronte • couple • it
7
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
J
Jean • solo_traveller • gb
10
Crail hotel
Pros:

Everything was spot on. Lovely hotel, great location, friendly helpful staff. Room 9 was really spacious with big comfy bed and nice clean decor.
great bathroom. Would definitely recommend this hotel if u find yourself in Crail.

Cons:

Nothing to dislike.

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
B
Bob • couple • gb
5
Pros:

Location

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
A
Alastair • solo_traveller • be
7
Pros:

Nice room, pleasant staff

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
L
letsgoeverywhere • couple • de
8
Für einen einen Zwischenaufenthalt gut geeignet
Pros:

Die Lage ist gut. Man hat einen Parkplatz direkt am Hotel. Der Check-in ist unproblematisch und der Empfang war nett. Das Essen im Hotelrestaurant war am ersten Abend gut. Die Auswahl auf der Karte entsprach einem durchschnittlichen Pub. Mittwochs ist im Lokal Fish-and-Chips-Tag, d. h. es gibt wirklich nur das. Wir wurden allerdings schon am Abend vorher darauf hingewiesen und sind trotzdem zum Essen in der Unterkunft geblieben. War ok, aber muss man mögen. Das Zimmer ist eher puristisch ausgestattet, das WiFi war allerdings super. Die Fenster konnten einen kleinen Spalt geöffnet werden. In der Gegend gib es wunderbare Golfplätze.

Cons:

Im Großen und Ganzen entsprach alles den Erwartungen. Den Meerblick muss man nicht zwingend buchen, weil das Wasser hinter einer Häuserreihe nur klein am Horizont zu sehen ist. Fenster, die nicht ordentlich aufgehen, ärgern mich immer. Der Fernseher ist nicht mehr zeitgemäß. Das Frühstück war am ersten Tag etwas schwierig: Es gab erst auf Nachfrage und nach längerer Wartezeit eine Alternative zu Kamillentee, die Milch ebenfalls war alle und musste auch aktiv nachbestellt werden. Am zweiten Tag hat es allerdings mit anderer Bedienung viel besser funktioniert.

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
L
lesley • couple • gb
10
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
N
Nicole • couple • gb
8
Great staff, nice food.
Pros:

Great staff, great service, nice dinner, plenty of parking spaces. The shower was powerful.

Cons:

The beds are a bit narrow.

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
A
Alain • solo_traveller • fr
7
Hôtel pratique dans ce coin où il n'y a pas trop de choix
Pros:

Établissement propre et bien placé. Chambre grande ce qui est assez rare en Ecosse. Très bon petit-déjeuner.

Cons:

Vue depuis la chambre sur un camping. Salle de bain toute petite. Attention les literies notées King size sont en fait plus petites qu'en France. Un peu bruyant quand les autres voyageurs entrent dans leurs chambres. Un peu trop cher pour ce standing.

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee