The Best Ayrshire Bed & Breakfasts

recommended B&Bs and guest houses in Ayrshire


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luxuriate in the sumptuous rooms, with private terraces, at this stylish, award-winning guest house, in countryside, 5 minutes drive from Ayr

The Old School

New Cumnock

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former classrooms now make chic bedrooms that are exceptionally spacious and there is a cosy lounge sitting area with warming log burner

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offers a home from home ambience and a handy location for the beach and town centre; cosy, well-presented rooms come with Scottish touches

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with a cosy, lounge bar, this beautifully presented guest house sits in a quiet part of town, within easy reach of the beach and bustling centre

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a Christian retreat open to everyone, in 8 acres of lawns and woodland on the Isle of Cumbrae, rooms are simple in style but comfortable

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high review scores have been given to this Edwardian house, updated to offer contemporary facilities, including a smart shared kitchen

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this elegant Edwardian villa is ideally placed with the beach just 7 minutes walk away and the town centre and station are even closer

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updated farmhouse surrounded by quiet countryside, yet only 16 miles from Glasgow, featuring stylish, individually decorated guest rooms

Glenapp Castle

Ballantrae

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a stunning baronial house surrounded by 36 acres of gardens and woodland, it offers gourmet, 6-course dining and sumptuous guest rooms

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offers cosy, individually decorated rooms, a traditional Scottish breakfast and a handy location for the station, town centre and ferry to Cumbrae

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this family-run guest house is ideally placed just a pebble's throw from the beach, it offers bright, well-presented rooms, some with sea views

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this fully refurbished, traditional guest house offers elegant, good-value accommodation in tastefully decorated rooms, close to amenities

The Beeches

Kilmaurs

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a luxuriously appointed B&B with elegant rooms, set in peaceful, open countryside, close to a charming village with trains to Glasgow

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a handsome villa with rich hues, set in a well-tended garden, close to Ayr's beach; guest rooms are all ground floor with individual décor

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Victorian villa located close to the town centre, guest rooms are well-presented with individual décor and a choice of breakfasts is served

Golf View

Prestwick

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sumptuous and relaxing accommodation, overlooking the Old Course, featuring a 1st floor lounge affording views over the Clyde Firth to Arran

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combining elegant, Victorian features with modern comforts, this cosy B&B is ideally located for visiting Ayr Racecourse or Burns' cottage

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a beautifully presented, highly-commended B&B, in an elegant Victorian villa, within easy reach of both the station and town centre

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set in a conservation area featuring elegant, period townhouses, this well-presented B&B offers bright rooms, a relaxing lounge and patio

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compact, but comfy, ground floor rooms with private entrances, offering the flexibility of a room only basis and a location near the town centre

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a welcoming, modern guest house offering stylish, comfortable bedrooms and boasting the use of fresh local produce for breakfast

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a delightful, friendly B&B, nestling on the banks of the River Ayr and boasting luxuriously appointed, spacious rooms, some with waterbeds

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highly commended by previous guests for its high standards of cleanliness, comfort and for the friendly and welcoming hosts

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an exceptionally well-presented, traditional seaside B&B situated to the north of town, just an 8 minute drive from Prestwick International Airport

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enjoy the use of your own patio area, at this comfortable, peaceful accommodation which is within easy reach of all the local attractions

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offers comfortable accommodation and easy access to the A71/A78, placing Ayrshire's coast, countryside and golf courses within easy reach

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a terraced Victorian property, retains some of its original features, located close to the beach and offering well-equipped guest rooms

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a welcoming, home-from-home guesthouse on the outskirts of town and just off the A78 with individually decorated, comfortable rooms

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a modern pub and restaurant with comfortable, lodge style rooms next door, situated just off the A78 and a few minutes drive from the coast

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boasts a prime seafront spot with views across the Firth of Forth to Cumbrae with Arran and Bute beyond; rooms are traditionally decorated

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a stylish Victorian house, close to the town centre and rail station, providing tastefully decorated rooms and generous cooked breakfasts

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featuring well presented rooms in a comfortable, conveniently located guest house with fine harbour views and easy access to the town

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close to all the town's amenities, a homely accommodation with the contemporary rooms featuring microwave and fridge facilities

St Andrews Hotel

Newton-on-Ayr

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ideally located for Prestwick Airport and access to the town centre, this welcoming B&B features cosy, en-suite rooms and its own convivial bar

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features stylish and contemporary interiors and well-presented rooms, there is also a terrace ideal for relaxing with a drink in warmer weather

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decorated in cheerful, light tones, this charming B&B overlooks the mouth of the River Irvine and is just a 10 minute walk to the main shopping centre

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a former coaching inn transformed into a smart, boutique hotel offering contemporary rooms, casual dining and a large beer garden

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a traditionally decorated, seaside B&B where previous guest have commented favourably on the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms

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dating from 1892, but with updated and contemporary interiors, guest rooms are individual in style reflecting the heritage of the building

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ideally located for accessing the town's amenities and convenient placed for transport links, a well priced accommodation offering simple rooms

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a comfortable, bright and contemporary hotel conveniently placed for the town centre, beach, racecourse and many local golf courses

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offers a handy location being just 5 minutes walk from the station as well as simple style, no fuss rooms and a bar serving bar meals

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close to the town centre and 10 minutes on foot to the beach, this small, private hotel is ideally placed, it offers homely rooms and evening meals

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boasting contemporarily furnished rooms, this updated hotel sits in a quiet, seaside village and boasts a stylish restaurant with sea views

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this popular local inn offers simply furnished accommodation above a lively bar and is ideally located as a value Ayrshire exploring base

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a family-run hotel offering simple style rooms, some with four-poster bed and sea views, plus a restaurant serving a varied menu of local produce

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family-run hotel, set on the A77 overlooking Woodland Bay and Ailsa Craig, offering spacious rooms that feature a small kitchenette

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perfectly placed to explore Burns country, a warm, welcoming hotel beside the River Doon offers classical elegance and a unique restaurant

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1930s house, set in a 350 acre woodland estate, offering a choice of rooms in either the main house, a former farmhouse or woodland lodges

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family run for over 60 years, welcoming and hospitable and features well-appointed rooms, a cosy lounge bar and an oak panelled restaurant

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these stylish 2 bedroom apartments are situated 5 minutes walk from the beach and 10 minutes walk from the championship Ailsa Golf Course

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a stylish and contemporary hotel in the heart of Burns Country; stay in well-appointed rooms and enjoy dining on local Ayrshire produce

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enjoys views over the sandy beach at South Bay and is ideally located a few minutes drive from the ferry terminal for the sailing to Arran

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offers a traditional bar and restaurant, hosts live TV sporting events and DJs, and simple, no fuss guest rooms, close to Troon's harbour

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