The Golf Hotel

Hotels
8 (255 reviews)
4 High Street CRAIL Fife , Crail , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Packed lunches
Darts
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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 255 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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Gillian • couple • gb
8
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Jacqueline • couple • gb
8
Nice stay in great location
Pros:

Great location, nice food, smashing pub, lovely staff

Cons:

All lovely and newly decorated but the beds are desperately needing replaced. It should be more luxurious at this price.

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Ian • couple • gb
10
Looking forward to returning.
Pros:

All staff members were exceptional.
Very friendly.

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
E
Elizabeth • solo_traveller • gb
9
Food & staff excellent.
Pros:

Central location.

Cons:

N/a

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
H
Hazel • extended_group • gb
6
Pros:

Hotel was in a great location for walking the Fife costal path
The staff were really attentive and friendly, we really enjoyed a lovely meal and great breakfast

Cons:

The rooms were pretty basic, mattress wasn’t very comfortable
We stayed in the pittenweem room, facilities were standard, our biggest complaint was the shower and lack of water pressure

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
C
Colin • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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richaitch49 • family_with_children • gb
9
Well worth a visit and join the locals in the fron bar - magic!!!
Pros:

Hotel ideally located on the main street and had a car park at the rear of the property. Friendly staff and locals and we enjoyed a real social time in the cosy front bar. Loads of atmosphere. Evening meal was very good. Bedroom very clean and ideal foir our purposes. Breakfast was excellent.

Cons:

As an old property it's difficult to move freely, lots of stairs and corners to negotiate.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
J
John • couple • gb
6
Despite all the criticisms above I enjoyed my stay and would use this hotel again.
Cons:

My partner's single bed sank in the middle.
The light and fan in the toilet did not work.
The toilet door could not be closed properly.
The floors above creaked loudly.
This was almost inevitable in a hotel with a bar but the noise from the bar was persistent until midnight.

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
T
Teresa • solo_traveller • gb
7
Our stay in Crail 8
Pros:

Breakfast was lovely
Staff were lovely ,especially the girl in the kitchen.

Cons:

Only one light in the bedroom , no light in the bathroom. We had to put the light on above the sink .

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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NIGEL • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
T
Trevor • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Comfortable room and excellent breakfast.

Cons:

Nothing to dislike

2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
S
Sandra • couple • gb
10
2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
D
David • couple • gb
9
2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
P
paul • couple • gb
5
Too expensive for what you got
Pros:

Staff

Cons:

Price,cleanliness

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
L
LESLEY • solo_traveller • gb
5
Pros:

Location and friendly staff

Cons:

The smell of chip fat in the hallways 🥴

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
L
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
P
Peter • extended_group • gb
7
2025-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • extended_group • gb
3
2025-10-18 • via Nuitee