The Albany St Andrews

Hotels
8.3 (1426 reviews)
56 North Street , St Andrews , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
Outdoor furniture
Fruits
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Limited breakfast options
Some cleanliness issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.05
Some reviews indicated the rooms were clean, but a few mentioned issues with room quality.
Service
8.85
Many reviews praised the friendly and helpful staff.
Location
9.05
Numerous guests appreciated the central location and its convenience.
Room Quality
8.25
Most rooms were described as comfortable, with some noting recent renovations.
Amenities
8.05
Mixed reviews on amenities; breakfast options received some criticism.
Value for Money
8.05
Some guests felt the hotel did not match images or expectations for a 'boutique' label.
Food and Beverage
7.55
Breakfast options were mentioned as limited by several guests.
Overall Experience
8.55
Overall, guests enjoyed their stay and showed willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 00:47

Property Description

Historic Elegance in the Heart of St Andrews

Ideal Location for Exploring
Discover the charm of St Andrews with the castle, cathedral, and university buildings just a stroll away. Shop at the quaint town center or take a leisurely walk to the renowned Old Course.

Delightful Dining and Relaxation
Start your day with a delicious breakfast in the restaurant overlooking a beautiful garden. Unwind in the cozy bar with a selection of whiskies and snacks, or enjoy the sunny weather in the beer garden and patio.

Comfort and Convenience
Stay connected with complimentary WiFi throughout the hotel. Immerse yourself in the rich history and modern comforts of The Albany St Andrews for a truly memorable stay.

Book now to experience the historic charm and modern comforts of The Albany St Andrews.

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: 11:00 AM
Airport code: EDI

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and charges may be applicable.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £15 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 16 years old stay for £25 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

8.3
Based on 1426 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.05
Service: 8.85
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 8.25
Amenities: 8.05
Value for Money: 8.05
Food and Beverage: 7.55
Overall Experience: 8.55
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Ishiguro couple jp
7
便利な宿
Pros:

街の中にあり観光に便利な場所

Cons:

トイレの調子が悪くヒヤヒヤした。

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Nancy solo_traveller us
7
Efficient with no frills.
Pros:

Staff friendly and helpful. Great breakfast. Good location.

Cons:

Room was very small. No air conditioning meant opening windows to regulate temperature and made it a little noisy from the seagulls.

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Alejandro solo_traveller us
8
Pros:

Beautiful place. Great staff. Breakfast and bar excellent. Perfect location

Cons:

Sadly because the hotel is from a beautiful old house there is a lot of noise. You can hear the people above you and next to you walking around. My room was second floor towards the street and starting at 6am there is a lot of noise from traffic and people

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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seymenbasi solo_traveller tr
6
2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Eloise solo_traveller ke
4
Pros:

The front of house staff during the day were friendly and incredibly helpful. Good location.

Cons:

I've not left a poor review before, however I feel I should so that others don't making the same mistake of booking here and expecting a reasonably priced stay, or a good nights sleep. My room was on the first floor next to the stair case, and two of the three nights I was woken up by the duty member of staff who made significant levels of noise from 4am- 6.30am (This was to set up a minimial breakfast selection as the kitchen was out of use). From what I could see, few measures had been made to sound proof the room that can be taken- even for listed buildings- and whilst it's understandable that one may hear noises from guests walking past- to also be woken up consistently by a staff member does not seem acceptable. The lack of sleep affected my experience of the event that I had travelled to St Andrews for, and whilst there's an understandable premium for the central location, the price for this stay vs the experience was not worth it.

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Geri couple us
10
Enjoyed my brief stay. Staff was especially friendly and helpful.
Pros:

Great location, beautiful old building right in the middle of St. Andrews, great breakfast.

Cons:

A little on the pricey side, like everything in St. Andrews. Undergoing renovations but not really an inconvenience.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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brycelin couple ca
10
2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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Vibeke couple no
8
2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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Susan solo_traveller gb
9
2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Markus solo_traveller sg
6
Nice stay in St Andrew’s
Pros:

Good location / friendly staff

Cons:

No lift / some issues with the room - curtains

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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Philip solo_traveller at
9
2026-05-07 via Nuitee
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David extended_group ie
2
Poor value for money for accommodation but a great location
Pros:

Location was great

Cons:

I’ve stayed in the garden suite for the May bank holiday for 10 years and was surprised to see that the room size was halved and the garden was under construction. I was not contacted in sufficient time to make alternative arrangements and I would not have stayed there had I known the guest house was still under construction

2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Julia solo_traveller gb
5
Good place to stay for a night
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Noise from other guests because the rooms are closely located and I could hear guests moving upstairs and along the hallway.

2026-04-27 via Nuitee
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samuel solo_traveller us
10
The staff was amazing. Location was perfect.
Pros:

Everything was absolutely amazing! I just needed a mini fridge.

Cons:

Just needed a mini fridge but other than that it was absolutely amazing!!

2026-04-17 via Nuitee
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Hughes solo_traveller us
8
Was great. I've stayed here twice and will continue to stay here
Pros:

The overall vibe is great. It's a great location and the staff are fantastic. The resturant was closed when I was there which was a bummer they make great Full English breakfast.

Cons:

This is just an annoying bed size issue but the bed was so small....and I totally understand that bed sizes do not translate across the oceans which is on me but yeah very tiny bed and as a 6ft person...struggle

2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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David couple gb
7
Pros:

Location
Friendly staff

Cons:

No cooked breakfast

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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David solo_traveller gb
7
2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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Long couple us
10
2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Lesley solo_traveller gb
8
Lovely
Pros:

The wonderful position & old fashioned vibe

2026-03-22 via Nuitee
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John extended_group ie
4
2026-03-19 via Nuitee