Ardgowan Hotel is a traditional Georgian townhouse offering spacious rooms, Scottish cuisine and free WiFi throughout. The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews is just a 2-minute walk away.

The refurbished bedrooms with attached bathroom at Ardgowan Hotel have cozy, traditional decor. Rooms have a TV, tea/coffee facilities and Wi-Fi access. 7 rooms with attached bathroom are located directly next door at the Pilmour Hotel, however guest should check-in at the Ardgowan.

Playfair's Restaurant and Steakhouse serves fresh local produce in their intimate restaurant which also has an outdoor terrace. In addition to the restaurant, Playfair's Bar is located in the annex. It serves bar food and drinks daily (bar opened seasonally).

The Ardgowan is only a short stroll to St Andrews’ famous Old Course. There is free public parking close by.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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  • Do all standard/classic king rooms have a bath in the en-suite?

    Many thanks for your question. No, not all of our Standard Classic rooms have baths in the en-suite. However, if requested, we will do our best to allocate a room with a bath.


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    Answered on January 9, 2020
  • Hi there, just wondering if there is still food/drink available at the hotel just now? Do you anticipate the restaurant being open by august 1st?

    We are following government guidelines, so we are closed just now. We hope to reopen on the 15th July, but this will be confirmed later this week.


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    Answered on July 8, 2020
  • Hi there, We are travelling with e-bikes. Do you have a place to store them overnight?

    We have a secure back garden where we could store your bikes for you.


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    Answered on June 11, 2021
  • Are you dog friendly?

    We have a few rooms within the hotel that can accommodate a dog. Please enquire prior to booking to ensure that we have a dog-friendly room available.


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    Answered on July 26, 2020
  • Do you have ground floor bedrooms?

    While we do have some bedrooms on reception level, there are stairs coming into the hotel and going down into the restaurant.


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    Answered on July 8, 2020
  • Thank you for your speedy reply. Can you confirm that breakfast will be served. Regards

    Yes, breakfast is served between 7:15-9:15am Monday to Friday and 7:15-9:45am Saturday and Sunday.


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    Answered on July 15, 2020
  • would like a bath rather than shower

    Hi there, we do have a few rooms within the hotel that have baths. If you let us know when you book we can try and accommodate this for you as best as possible.


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    Answered on September 24, 2021
  • Hi, can you tell me, is it possible to come for breakfast if I'm just coming in off the street, ie, not a staying guest ? Also it it a buffet breakfast ? Thanks. Iain

    Hello Iain, Thank you for your message. Unfortunately, due to Covid restrictions we are unable to provide breakfast for anyone other than guests staying at the hotel. Apologies for the inconvenience! Kind regards, The Ardgowan Team


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    Answered on June 26, 2021
  • Do I have to request a twin room on booking? Planning a birthday trip for my father in November & as much as I like him I would prefer 2 single beds.

    Hello, thank you for your message. Yes, our Classic rooms can be set as either a King or two single beds.


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    Asked about: Classic King or Twin Room • Answered on March 8, 2021
  • Do u have a dog friendly room available ? Vegan breakfast ? thank you x

    Hi there, we have a number of dog friendly rooms available on the property and we can also cater for vegan breakfasts if required. If you just let us know when you book we can organise that for you.


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    Answered on August 15, 2021
  • Hi,what is included in the breakfast please? As there’s no car park where would we park if we stayed with you? As I don’t know the area. Many thanks

    We have a variety of options for breakfast, including cooked and continental items. There are several free and pay-to-park locations nearby, and you can find our recommendations on our "Parking" page online.


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    Answered on August 10, 2020
  • Hi When do you think you will have the restaurant open? We are coming to stay in June, and would love to dine with you. Thanks

    Hi there, Our restaurant Playfair's re-opens from today, and you can book online.


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    Answered on April 28, 2021
  • Is there any public transportation to St. Andrews University and how long does it take ? Many thanks, Alison

    The university buildings are just a short walk from the hotel, so depending on where you need to go, you could potentially walk there in 5-10 minutes.


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    Answered on August 30, 2020
  • I’d there any parking next to the hotel?

    There are a few options that we suggest to guests for parking near the hotel - there is Abbotsford Crescent which is across the street from us and is free 24/7, or there is Murray Place Car Park just up the street which is also free 24/7.


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    Asked about: Junior Double Room • Answered on November 4, 2021
  • How many floors in property

    Thank you for your question. We have 2 floors in the hotel, but we also have rooms on half levels. If you require a lower or higher room we can accommodate this.


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    Asked about: Classic King or Twin Room • Answered on August 4, 2020
  • Hi there, We are cycling in our e-bikes. Do you have a place to store them overnight?

    We have a secure back garden where we could store your bikes for you.


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    Answered on June 11, 2021
  • is there parking available?

    The hotel does not have parking but there is a lot of free parking nearby. The best place to try would be Abbotsford Cresent just across from the hotel or Murray Place car park (2 mins from the hotel).


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    Answered on August 20, 2020
  • Is there parking at the hotel?

    The hotel does not have any parking but there is free on street parking around St Andrews and free car parks.


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    Answered on July 13, 2021
  • Hello, I see that checkin stops at 9pm and we would be not arrive in St Andrews until around 10pm, would this be a problem? Thanks

    Hi there, There is someone on Reception until 10pm and then our Night Porter is here throughout the night so if you are planning on arriving late to St Andrews there is always someone here to check you in.


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    Answered on September 12, 2021
  • Is there free parking outside hotel?

    Yes, there is free parking across the road from us on Abbotsford Cresent/ Hope Street and also there is a free car park off Murray place which is just a 2 minute walk from our hotel.


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Hotel surroundings *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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What's nearby
  • St Andrews - Jubilee Course
    0.2 miles
  • St Andrews University
    0.3 miles
  • St Andrews - New Course
    0.3 miles
  • The Old Course at St. Andrew's Golf Course
    0.3 miles
  • St Andrews - Eden Course
    0.4 miles
  • St Andrews Cathedral
    0.5 miles
  • St Andrews - Strathtyrum Course
    0.9 miles
  • Fairmont St Andrews Bay Golf Course
    2.8 miles
  • Kingsbarns Golf Links
    6.6 miles
  • Hill of Tarvit Mansion
    8.5 miles
Top attractions
  • Discovery Point
    10.2 miles
Beaches in the Neighborhood
  • West Sands Beach
    1,150 feet
  • St Andrews East Sands Beach
    3,750 feet
  • Tentsmuir Beach
    2.5 miles
Closest Airports
  • Dundee Airport
    11.5 miles
  • Edinburgh Airport
    34.7 miles
How to get to Ardgowan Hotel from Edinburgh Airport
    Car
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1 Restaurant On Site

    Playfair's Restaurant and Steakhouse

    Food: British, Scottish, Local

    Open for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Amenities of Ardgowan Hotel
Outdoors
  • Terrace
Activities
  • Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • 24-hour front desk
Safety & security
  • Safe
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
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Check-in

2:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

7:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib by request
£8 per child, per night
Extra bed by request
£20 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed by request
£20 per person, per night

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Ardgowan Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

The hotel does not take a deposit, but cards are pre-authorized at time of booking.

Your check-in, check-out and breakfast are in the Ardgowan Hotel. However, Pilmour rooms are located in Pilmour Hotel which is directly next door.

Cars may be parked free outside the hotel after 17:00 until 09:00 the next morning and all day on Sunday.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

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.

FAQs about Ardgowan Hotel

  • The prices at Ardgowan Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Ardgowan Hotel by:

    • Car 1h 10min

  • Ardgowan Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 2 miles)

  • Room options at Ardgowan Hotel include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Double
    • Twin
    • Triple
    • Single

  • Ardgowan Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Playfair's Restaurant and Steakhouse

  • Guests staying at Ardgowan Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish

  • Ardgowan Hotel is 1,300 feet from the center of St. Andrews.

  • The nearest beach is 500 feet from Ardgowan Hotel.

  • Check-in at Ardgowan Hotel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.