The Best Ayrshire Hotels

recommended hotels and other accommodation in Ayrshire

Ayrshire is a historic county on the west coast of Scotland, known for its beautiful coastline, rolling hills, and rich cultural heritage. The region is home to several historic castles, championship golf courses, and a variety of outdoor recreational activities, as well as famous local products such as Ayrshire bacon and Arran whisky.


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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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built for the Walker family, of Scotch whisky fame, a period hotel with an oak panelled bar with open fires and boasting over 200 malt whiskies

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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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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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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

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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