Experience the tranquility of The Waterfront, where a delicious full breakfast and garden await. Savor meals at the on-site restaurant, unwind with in-room WiFi, or explore nearby attractions with helpful staff by your side.
When you stay at The Waterfront, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of University of St. Andrews and Old Course at St Andrews. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the coffee shop/cafe, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Also, Kingsbarns Golf Links and St Andrews Bay are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
10 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily until 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 8 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Barbecue grills
Traveling with children
Children's menu
What to do
Beach nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Room amenities
Be entertained
50-inch flat-screen TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
10 bedrooms
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Select Comfort mattress
Free crib/infant bed
What to enjoy
Separate dining area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. A children's menu is available.
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
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Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at The Waterfront?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Waterfront?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Waterfront?
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Waterfront and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, hiking, and windsurfing. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Waterfront?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around The Waterfront like?
The Waterfront is a short 2-minute walk from La Petite Epicerie and 8 minutes' walk from Billow Ness Beach.
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Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.4
Location
9.6
Staff & service
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently praised for its quality, variety, and delicious choices. (23 reviews)
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 9, 2026
Excellent central location on harbour waterfront, friendly staff team, clean, comfortable rooms with ensuite bathrooms. Amazing breakfasts & restaurant meals prepared from locally sourced suppliers, e.g. fresh seafood & local craft ales. Highly recommeded!
William
William, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 12, 2026
Fab room, so very clean and spacious! The staff are a. Amazing and the food is delicious! Generous breakfast choice too. Would definitely stay there again!
Francesca
Francesca, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 15, 2025
Great location, good breakfast and very friendly staff.
Alice
Alice, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 6, 2025
Lovely refurbished hotel on the harbour front. The room was clean and ample for our requirements. Excellent breakfast menu and we had dinner on our first night stay which was really good.
William
William, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2026
Breakfast menu is outstanding. Quality ingredients cooked to perfection. Clean warm rooms . Staff very helpful and friendly. Parking easy and close by . Highly recommend.
Marion
Marion, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2025
Friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable bed and excellent food. Highly recommended.
Neil
Neil, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2025
Accommodation was excellent and clean. Staff were very helpful and the food was excellent.
Property was as its name, within a few steps from a bustling harbour.
Would visit again.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 5, 2025
Lovely single room with great bathroom,really clean. Great location next to harbour . Really nice traditional breakfast.
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2024
Great hotel and location
Great hotel, friendly staff and great breakfast.
David
David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 3, 2024
Lovely stay, loads of character, great location, nice food.
Andy
Andy, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Feb 26, 2026
The (small and without a view) room had been recently modernised and decorated. It was adequate for our stay of 2 nights. The staff were helpful, courteous and efficient. The breakfast was a mixture of good and not so good. It was certainly plentiful and the ‘starter’of granola and exotic fruits was something else. On the down side, the fruit juice was watery and over-sweet. Also, the chef could perhaps turn the gas down a little when grilling the bacon. All in all it was a very satisfying experience and there was no need for a supplement before lunch.
matthew
matthew, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2025
Clean, high quality and great food
Nicholas
Nicholas, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 7, 2024
Perfect location, friendly staff, nice spacious room and very quiet.
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 7, 2025
Lovely clean friendly Hotel. Staff very helpful and breakfast was first class
Julia
Julia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 27, 2025
It was excellent and the food was exceptional all staff friendly and the room was spotless and great area
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 22, 2025
Service excellent and food was brilliant. Ate in hotel both nights, plenty of choice and great value
Carolyn
Carolyn, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2024
Very comfortable & well furnished room
Good food & pleasant staff
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 6, 2024
Great room (extremely warm...), huge bed, great location, excellent breakfast
Sophie
Sophie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2024
Quaint fishing village - good accommodations with a very good restaurant attached
Anne
Anne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2024
Was a beautiful property with great staff.
Tara
Tara, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 17, 2025
Great
Great stay as always, lovely modern, comfortable rooms. Complementary water, sky tv so can log into your Netflix, YouTube or I-Player. Breakfast is great. Overall great rooms in a great location with great staff and a great restaurant.
Simon
Simon, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 14, 2024
Lovely location, spotlessly clean and spacious room.
Flora
Flora, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 7, 2024
Comfy and friendly hotel
Comfy and friendly hotel, but the real highlight was the breakfast.
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 8, 2024
Lovely place and lovely spot on the globe.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2023
We had a great stay. The place was really nice, very comfortable. The staff couldn’t have been more helpful and a great location