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Old Course Hotel

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with golf course, near Old Course at St Andrews

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Terrace/patio
Lobby
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments
Exterior
Unwind by the sea at Old Course Hotel, where luxury meets eco-certified comfort. Tee off on 18 holes of golf or indulge in a rejuvenating spa treatment like aromatherapy and hydrotherapy at Kohler Waters Spa. Enjoy lunch with golf course views at one of four restaurants, work out with yoga classes or fitness classes, and then relax in the garden or one of two bars.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Golf course
  • Near the beach
  • 4 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • 2 indoor pools
  • Breakfast available
  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub
  • 24-hour room service
  • Massage/treatment rooms

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is AU$456
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb

Room options

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Fairway Deluxe King Suite

Fairway Deluxe King Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Dining table
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2021
Blackout curtains
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Eden King Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Fairway King/Twin Suite

Fairway King/Twin Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Dining table
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2021
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Old Course King Suite

Deluxe Old Course King Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Dining table
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Old Course King Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Old Course Double Double

Old Course Double Double

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Eden King/Twin Room

Eden King/Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Penthouse Suite

Penthouse Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Dining table
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2021
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Royal and Ancient King Suite

Royal and Ancient King Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Dining table
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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EDEN SUITE

EDEN SUITE

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Old Course King Suite

Old Course King Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2021
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Old Course King/Twin Room

Old Course King/Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Shower/bath combination
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
Old Station Road, St. Andrews, Scotland, KY16 9SP

What's nearby

  • Old Course at St Andrews - 2 min walk
  • University of St. Andrews - 4 min walk
  • Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews - 8 min walk
  • St. Andrews Links - 10 min walk
  • St. Andrew's Cathedral - 18 min walk

Getting around

  • Dundee (DND) - 34 min drive
  • Leuchars Station - 8 min drive
  • Cupar Station - 14 min drive
  • Springfield Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪St Andrews Links Clubhouse - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The One Under - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Tailend Restaurant & Fish Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Rector's Café - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Whey Pat Tavern - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Old Course Hotel

Old Course Hotel features a golf course and puts you only steps from Old Course at St Andrews. Guests can visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body wraps or facials, and Road Hole Restaurant, one of 4 restaurants, serves dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 2 indoor pools, a health club and a fitness centre. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 175 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Free on-site valet parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10 AM
  • 4 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service

What to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Pilates classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Golfing
  • Shopping
  • Beach nearby
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 5 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Golf cart on-site
  • Golf clubs on-site

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1968
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Health club
  • Golf course on-site
  • Golf driving range on-site
  • 2 indoor pools
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf clubhouse on-site
  • Golf pro shop on-site
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch plasma TV
  • Premium cable channels
  • Films for purchase

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Mobile key entry

Special features

Spa

Kohler Waters Spa has 13 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

Road Hole Restaurant – Overlooking the golf course, this fine-dining restaurant only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
Swilcan Loft – Overlooking the golf course, this brasserie serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open daily.
The Duke's Clubhouse – This restaurant only serves lunch. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
The Jigger Inn – This pub serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
Hams Hame – This brasserie serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts and Historic Hotels of the World.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 30.00 per person
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 4 January 2025 to 30 April 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • One of the dining venues
  • Bar/lounge
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The spa is accessible for GBP 40 per person
  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Guests age 16 and older have access to the onsite Kohler Waters Spa Experience from 7-10 AM and 7-9 PM. This property charges GBP 40 per person per 3-hour session to access the water spa area from 10 AM to 7 PM. Spa amenities include an adults-only indoor pool, thermal suite, and hydrotherapy pool. Access to the water spa area is included with purchase of a spa treatment. Reservations are required to access the spa.

Also known as

Old Course Hotel Golf Resort
Old Course Hotel Golf Resort St. Andrews
Old Course Hotel St. Andrews
Old Course Hotel
Old Course Hotel, Golf Hotel St. Andrews
Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort And Spa
Old Course Resort
Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa St. Andrews, Scotland
Old Course Hotel Hotel
Old Course Hotel St. Andrews
Old Course Hotel Hotel St. Andrews

Frequently asked questions

Does Old Course Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Old Course Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Old Course Hotel?

Yes, there are 2 indoor pools. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Old Course Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Old Course Hotel?

Yes, there's free self and valet parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Old Course Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Old Course Hotel and nearby?

Tee off at the on-site golf course. Additional recreation on-site includes fitness classes, Pilates and yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa, soothe your senses in the hot tub or go for a swim in one of the 2 indoor swimming pools. Old Course Hotel also has 2 bars and a sauna, as well as a health club and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Old Course Hotel?

Yes, there are 4 on-site restaurants, featuring golf course views.

What's the area around Old Course Hotel like?

Old Course Hotel is in the heart of St. Andrews, a short 2-minute walk from Old Course at St Andrews and 4 minutes' walk from University of St. Andrews.

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Old Course Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing staff - all very friendly.
Robert Derek, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Old Course Hotel was superb as always.
Nigel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing resort with very comfortable standard rooms! Location to course is amazing. Overall a really enjoyable, but rather expensive, stay! Would go again!
Shallon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Unbelievable beautiful, staff was extremely friendly and helpful!! I would highly recommend the Old Course Hotel!!!
George, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Overall excellent stay, maybe some parts of the room were needing a bit of TLC. However, cannot fault the staff at all, brilliant service and very accommodating.
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best place to stay in St Andrews if you are there for golf!
frank, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly professional staff throughout the team.
Ian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was fantastic
frank, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was just an amazing hotel, with tons of history.
Meg, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Property is beautiful. check in time was a bit delayed.
Dorothy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Had a great stay!
John, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We absolutely loved our stay here. Our room opened up onto the 17th tee which for my partner was really a thrill as he is such a golf enthusiast. It is absolutely beautiful and in an iconic setting.
Tamytha, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Can't wait to go back! Lovely room looking over the golf course. The rooms had comfy beds and wonderful showers. Such a lovely stay. We will be visiting here again.
Kelly, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic. Worth the money.
Robert, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We love this hotel we feel welcome & staff are all so lovely
Alison, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

One of the best places in the world we stay at. Excellent staff, facilities, cleanliness & atmosphere…see you next year 😁😁
Brenda, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Love this hotel but felt it lacked attention to detail this time. Little things... like not changing the clocks to match the time change and forgetting to bring coffee when ordered
Fiona, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The friendly, energetic staff. The rooms were very comfortable.
Sandra, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Top hotel, great view from room and breakfast was amazing. Bed was comfy and slept very well. Staff helpful and pleasant. Great location for walking to main town in a few minutes.
JC, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, great location with fabulous views, they added some nice touches for my birthday celebration
Anthony, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

An iconic hotel at which the service and features are first rate. Staying there did not help with the ballot entry to play.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel staff was awesome!
Catherine E, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really enjoyed my stay, the spa facilities were excellent, my room was lovely with nice touches like the nespresso coffee machine.
Bradley, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Fantastic stay- incredibly welcoming staff, varied and high quality offering across the hotel, great pool and spa. The food could have been better (both room service and breakfast) but overall a great experience.
Steven, 1-night trip