Balcomie Links Hotel

Hotels
8.8 (513 reviews)
Balcomie Road Crail , Anstruther , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Darts
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
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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.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children ages 1 and older are allowed.
    Children from 1 year old to 2 years old stay for £0 per person per night when using an available cot.
    People 1 year old and over 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

8.8
Based on 513 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
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Martin • couple • de
5
Preis/Leistung stimmt leider nicht!
Pros:

Die Lage ist gut (400 m zur Dorfmitte), ausreichend Parkplätze am Hotel vorhanden.

Cons:

Als erstes hat uns die sehr spartanische Ausstattung der Zimmer missfallen. Des Weiteren war das Frühstück ziemlich "dünne". Es gab zwar gutes warmes Angebot, aber sonst nicht viel mehr (Cornflakes, Müsli, Joghurt etc.).

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Rainer • extended_group • de
5
Die Zimmer waren sauber, aber ich würde nicht noch einmal dort Urlaub machen
Cons:

Die Unterkunft war lange nicht so attraktiv, wie es auf den Bildern herüber kam.

Die Außenfassade war sehr ungepflegt und das Essen am Abend war sehr schlecht

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Kenneth • couple • gb
7
OK stay
Pros:

Friendly helpful staff

Cons:

Room size

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Angeles • extended_group • nl
7
Good value for money.
Pros:

Good value for money. Very clean

Cons:

The beds were a bit small. Breakfast was good but with limited options.

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • solo_traveller • gb
5
Fine and they have done the refurb well. Jist needs a bit more TLC on the outside and better quality doors.
Pros:

Great location and nice welcome on arrival

Cons:

No hot water in the morning. This was due to human error but not ideal. Could have had a few more options on the cooked breakfast. Also it was difficult to get in the side door after hours as the door handle seemed to be broken. A staff member let us in but that needs looking at.

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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laura • solo_traveller • it
9
Pros:

Disponibilità del gestore e colazione ottima

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • gb
10
Excellent value and splendid service
Pros:

Scott who was the manager was excellent. More than helpful and friendly.

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Koszowski • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Staff were excellent, the inside of the building was really good. Lovely view from my room. Bed was unbelievably comfortable.

Cons:

I would have liked a draft IPA at the bar.

The building is really classy and inside it was superb. I do think the exterior of the building could do with being painted, first impressions are everything.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Maria • couple • gb
9
Friendly
Pros:

Incredibly friendly and helpful staff team.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Natasha • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Very friendly staff, good breakfast and beautiful rooms, in the gorgeous village of Crail!

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Jo • couple • au
8
I enjoyed staying at Balcomie, the staff made you you
Pros:

The staff especially the gentleman who served breakfast.

Cons:

The stairs, but that’s a personal dislike
The rooms were small but clean and comfortable

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Warren • couple • gb
7
Overnight after golf experience before teturn travel
Pros:

Location. Convenient for golf courses.

Cons:

No hoy water on arrival - needed to be resolved

2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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Celia • couple • gb
7
2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Lynn • couple • gb
10
Hotel manager was very hospitable. Enjoyable stay.
Pros:

Spacious room . Good parking.

Cons:

Not much

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Christina • couple • gb
10
Very friendly and comfortable hotel. I would recommend.
Pros:

Super friendly and helpful staff. Very comfy bed and a lovely big room. Very generous breakfast with a vegetarian cooked option.

2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Janice • solo_traveller • gb
10
Really nice vibe and lovely welcome from the staff! Great breakfast!
Pros:

Perfect location!

2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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Corinne • couple • ch
7
Pros:

Für den Preis absolut ok

2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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Keith • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Arrived late , kitchen closed but Scott said he couldn’t see us go hungry so cooked us fish and chips . What a guy , great service and so friendly . Great location for golf

2026-04-17 • via Nuitee