The Bay Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (3017 reviews)
Burntisland Road Kinghorn , Kinghorn , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable rooms
Clean amenities
Excellent views
Cons:
High food prices
Occasional noise due to public access
Limited dining options nearby

Categories

Cleanliness
8.45
Many reviews highlighted the cleanliness of the rooms, which were described as exceptionally clean and comfortable.
Service
8.65
Reviews frequently praised the staff for being friendly, helpful, and efficient, providing excellent customer service.
Location
8.85
The location received high marks for its amazing views and proximity to attractions, making it very appealing.
Room Quality
8.35
Guests described the rooms as lovely, spacious, and comfortable with great views.
Amenities
8.35
Facilities like the pool and play area were well received, although some felt additional services could improve the experience.
Value for Money
8.05
Value for money was generally assessed positively, despite some comments on food pricing.
Food and Beverage
7.95
Food quality was praised, though some reviewers mentioned it was average and pricey.
Overall Experience
8.55
Overall experiences were highly positive, with many guests expressing their intention to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 20:35

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
The Bay Hotel, nestled in Kinghorn just 1.5 km from Pettycur Beach, offers 4-star luxury with a garden, free parking, terrace, and a restaurant. Guests can unwind in air-conditioned rooms equipped with modern amenities and a private bathroom.

Relaxation and Leisure
Indulge in the hotel's indoor pool and sauna, perfect for relaxation after a day of exploring nearby Kinghorn Beach and Burntisland Beach. The 24-hour front desk ensures all your needs are met for a stress-free stay.

Family-Friendly Fun
Families can enjoy the children's playground on-site, adding to the welcoming atmosphere of The Bay Hotel.

Book now for a memorable stay at The Bay Hotel, where comfort and convenience meet luxury.

Important information:

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: EDI

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and charges are 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 £10 per person per stay when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    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

8.4
Based on 3017 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.45
Service: 8.65
Location: 8.85
Room Quality: 8.35
Amenities: 8.35
Value for Money: 8.05
Food and Beverage: 7.95
Overall Experience: 8.55
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Thomas couple at
8
2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Lorna family_with_children gb
9
Fantastic room choice , good food:
Pros:

Parking was directly outside entrance which was handy . We booked an executive suite and the views were fantastic , room was basic but comfortable . Both rooms had flat screen tv . Plenty of room I loved my separate bed upstairs and had tea coffee facilities with mints and shortbread (nice touch) . Bathroom was clean with lovely Scottish Fine Soap company products.
Horizon restaurant had spectacular views and was clean , main course was good and dessert very nicely presented. Breakfast not buffet style but individual orders, girls had pancakes and I had cooked breakfast both were very good. Girls enjoyed the amusement room, we didn’t use the gym or pool. Only a few miles from the fair ground . Lovely reception staff.

Cons:

Access to the beach was tricky, having to walk down some very steep hills .

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Pamela family_with_children gb
10
2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Adrian family_with_children gb
10
I'm finding excuses to stay there again.
Pros:

Location is amazing, views are stunning. Staff were very welcoming (from reception to the restaurant). The room was huge, and supremely comfortable. Clean, well laid out. Breakfast was huge, good quality and served with a smile. If we stay in the area again, I'll be devastated if we don't manage to get a room here.

Cons:

The only ones letting the team down were the spa/pool staff - not helpful, disinterested and a bit rude. The gym needs a little more care - particularly the rowing machine.

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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May_It_be solo_traveller de
9
2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Gaynor solo_traveller au
9
Very relaxing!
Pros:

Fantastic views and facilities! Very helpful and friendly staff.

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Sandro couple de
8
Tolles Hotel direkt am See Küste mit Meerblick
Pros:

Super schöne Unterkunft! Haben sie als Zwischenstopp für eine Nacht genutzt!
Schönes Restaurant, geräumige Zimmer und sogar Pool & Sauna dabei. Personal ist super freundlich

Cons:

Die Bäder hätten etwas sauber und gepflegter sein können. Frühstück ist typisch britisch.

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Martha solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

The view from the hotel

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Colin family_with_children gb
9
Excellent but need to get with the times on the Netflix on TV but would have been a ten if ?
Pros:

The Views! Second to none! Staff were very helpful and friendly!

Cons:

Most Hotels have Netflix and Prime Video on TV! Could not cast to telly, if that was fixed it would have been a ten out of ten!

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Anne extended_group ch
10
Tout pour se relaxer
Pros:

Magnifique chambre avec une magnifique vue! Petit déjeuner écossais excellent. Personnel sympa.

Cons:

Pas facile d’accéder à la plage.

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Emma couple gb
8
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Anita couple us
10
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Julie family_with_children us
8
Pros:

Our suite was cute and comfortable, with a gorgeous view of the water. The onsite restaurant was good and had a variety of choices. The staff was all very kind.

Cons:

The signs (or actually lack of signs) made the hotel a bit confusing to navigate. The entrance that looks like the main entrance is not, and we had to walk around the building to find where we were to check in.
Also, the website makes it sound as if the exercise facilities are included in the stay, but there is actually a separate charge to use them.

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Christine family_with_children gb
9
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Edith solo_traveller gb
4
Not the best
Pros:

The view

Cons:

The bed needs a new mattress, the food was awful and it was noisy

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Kev couple gb
8
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Lisa solo_traveller gb
10
Beautiful stay as always
Pros:

We come here often. We always enjoy our stay! Staff are always welcoming. The food in the restaurant and breakfast is always lovely! Views of the beach are worth the extra to upgrade our room.
Our son is 4 and loves the swimming and the soft play. Entertainment in the evening is also good.

Cons:

When we arrived early we asked if we could use the facilities, however we were told we had to pay for the swimming even although we were going to check in a few hours later.
We have stayed at loads of hotels where we are able to use the facilities on arrival even if we arrive before check in time.

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Julia solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Don extended_group ie
10
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Margaret solo_traveller gb
10
Memorable stay
Pros:

Overall Excellent Service, love the sea view

Cons:

Nothing in particular

2026-06-29 via Nuitee