Ardgowan Hotel
2 Playfair Terrace North Street, St. Andrews KY16 9HX Scotland
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#9 of 16 hotels in St. Andrews
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Situated 200 yards from the 18th green of the world famous Old Course, and still only 5 minutes from the centre of town The Ardgowan Hotel offers the ideal location whatever the reason for you visit to St Andrews. Our comfortable en suite bedrooms are decorated in a modern Scottish style, perfect for relaxing after a long day’s golfing or sightseeing. Located below the main hotel, our restaurant, Playfair’s, is ever popular with local people as well as with our guests. We serve a wide range of dishes prepared with the fresh local ingredients wherever possible. The Ardgowan hotel does not have its own lift, but staff will be more than happy to assist you with your bags. Free on-street car parking is available close to the hotel.
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Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
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Non-smoking hotel
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English, Spanish, Dutch
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88Restaurantswithin 0.5 km
52Attractionswithin 0.5 km
2 Playfair Terrace North Street, St. Andrews KY16 9HX Scotland
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Just back from a 2 day break in argowan hotel,but only stayed one night as my husband and I are 80 yrs old and and had to climb 38 stairs to number 47 in the attic could not swing a cat my husband kept hitting his head, stains on the carpet no heating on we aerw very cold tv did not work properly it was not a nice place to stay and overpriced,the breakfast was not nice at all that's not what I would call a Scottish breakfast would not give my dog it he gets fed better,would not recommend this place to anyone we were ripped off with the price was not worth the money,my husband asked for a ground floor bedroom and told my husband your wife can move in a single room downstairs and you can stay in the double room,as if my husband would agree to this arrangement no way would he leave me alone so thank you ardgowan for a ruined 2 day break a pure rip off would not recommend this hotel to anyone. Ruined …
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Stayed at the Ardgowan on several occasions always been excellent however if you are offered room number 45 in the Pilmour suites simply refuse it’s not quite a full room. One half of the very small room is fine the other half is under the eves of the property so you can’t actually stand upright if you’re taller than 4 feet. The bathroom is so small you can’t stand up to use the toilet without leaning severity one side. The shower unit is so small you can’t turn around without stepping out onto the bathroom floor. There is no where to put your toiletries if your stay is for more than a couple of nights no real wardrobe space. I did speak to reception but tbh not sure they really cared. The hotel was far from full so no real reason to put a guest in such a poor room.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Playfair Hotels, Owner at Ardgowan Hotel
Responded 26 Feb 2023
Hi NKR98, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We apologise that you experienced these issues during your stay, as the hotel was fully booked on the first night of your stay we weren't able to move you rooms until the next morning and when we contacted you the following morning you refused the offer to move to a different room. We would have loved to help resolve the problem for you and can assure you that our reception team are always happy to help out where possible but in this case on the night you initially brought this to our attention there wasn't any other room we were able to offer until the following morning. We hope to welcome you back again in the future. Kind Regards, The Ardgowan Team
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Stayed here for the weekend it was a present from my partner the view from the room well the less I say about that the better the room was tiny and the pillows were brick hard I don’t know if I would stay here again the staff were really friendly but the room really did let the place down for me for the price my partner spent I would have expected breakfast to be included and a bigger room or a better view
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Playfair Hotels, Owner at Ardgowan Hotel
Responded 12 Feb 2023
Hi Fiona G, Thank you for your review - i am sorry to hear that you had a disappointing stay with us and that you wouldn't stay with us again. I will pass your comments on to our General Manager especially those regarding your concerns on the price your partner paid in comparison to what you received and hopefully we can improve this for future guests. Kind regards, Hannah Spink Hotel Manager
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Centrally positioned to explore St Andrew’s. Free on street parking near by. Very clean and freshly decorated with quality linens. Friendly and accommodating staff( we asked for a quiet room as attending an interview the next day) and beds were super comfy. Cooked Breakfast was lovely. Would have liked some fresh fruit/ yoghurt and a choice of bakery items but it is an either or option set up. Coffee was strong, hot and plentiful. Rooms are on the smallish side but have everything needed for a comfortable stay. Great value for price paid and will definitely stay again if interview is successful. Would recommend booking directly with the hotel for the additional personal touch.
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Playfair Hotels, Owner at Ardgowan Hotel
Responded 27 Jan 2023
Hi MrsPWirral, Thank you for your lovely review - we are so glad to hear that you had such a great stay with us. Fingers crossed all goes well with your interview and we get the opportunity to welcome you back in the near future. Kind regards, Hannah Spink Hotel Manager
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Got a free upgrade so the room was very spacious. Had to ask for the heating to be put on. Smell of dogs in reception. Breakfast was abysmal. Pouched eggs were solid and looked prepackaged & microwaved. Very poor quality ingredients and very overpriced. There was no guidance as you were seated how breakfast works and other guests were asking me where to get plates etc.. would never eat here again.
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Playfair Hotels, Owner at Ardgowan Hotel
Responded 18 Jan 2023
Hi 129paulineb, Thank you for your review - we are sorry to hear of the issues that you had during your stay with us. We did have a dog staying with us over the weekend that you were staying as our hotel is dog-friendly but i do apologize if this caused discomfort to your stay. I would also like to to apologize for your experience that you had at breakfast as this is not our usual expectation. I will make sure to pass these comments on to the departments involved to ensure that this experience is not one that future guests will deal with. I hope these issues raised wouldn't deter you from staying with us again and i hope we can welcome you back in the near future. Kind regards, Hannah Spink Hotel Manager
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I booked this hotel because it is family owned and run. The reception area was lovely and the staff were friendly and polite. However, the standard of cleanliness, particularly in the bathroom, was very disappointing. The decor and design had clearly been beautiful when it was initially refurbished, but the room needs a coat of paint and a really thorough clean. The wheel had come off the shower cubicle and I was in the shower before I realised this - resulting in me having to hold the door closed, to prevent the floor being flooded. Breakfast ingredients were of a very good quality and cooked well however, we missed being offered fruit juice and there was no bread, to toast - the overall breakfast experience seemed a bit strange to me. I did get in contact with the hotel and they said they are closed over the festive season and will rectify the issues I have highlighted? Sadly, because of this experience, I would not stay here again.…
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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I booked a last-minute trip away with an external golf travel agent and was allocated the Ardgowan Hotel. After my visit, I am incredibly grateful for this selection. The location of the hotel is superb with only a short walk to both the main street in St Andrews and the Old Course itself. The breakfast each morning was excellent with a buffet style/table service combo. Note: you are required to book a slot for breakfast in the evening before however, once you see the size of the dining room this is totally understandable and really not a hardship. Finally, I would like to mention the friendliness of the staff. Every time I went to reception from check in to check out and every time in between, I was greeted with a smile and friendly face. Would really recommend this hotel for domestic travelers for an overnight as well as international travelers staying a little bit longer. …
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Playfair Hotels, Owner at Ardgowan Hotel
Responded 9 Nov 2022
Hi TheScotGolfTraveller, Thank you for your fantastic review! I am so glad to hear that you had such a great stay with us and we are so glad that all our staff are doing such a great job. We cannot wait to welcome you back to the Ardgowan in the not so distant future. Kind regards, Hannah Spink Hotel Manager
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I was spoken to in such a disgusting incomprehensible manner that left myself and fellow diners aghast. Never seen anything like this in 40 years of travelling. This member of staff has no business being in the hospitality sector. Zero customer service whatsoever. I hope for the sake of the professional staff employed and the reputation of the hotel that management take appropriate action to salvage what they can
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from Playfair Hotels, Owner at Ardgowan Hotel
Responded 9 Nov 2022
Hi Arncroach1, Thank you for your review and i can only apologize for the experience in which you had whilst staying with us at the hotel as this is not what we expect from our staff. We have taken appropriate action and spoken to the staff members that were involved. I can only apologize again for this and i hope this won't deter you from staying with us again. Kind regards, Hannah Spink Hotel Manager
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We booked a last minute weekend stay at the Ardgowan and it was a home away from home. From start to finish the staff couldn’t do enough for us and everyone made this a perfect weekend! We also had the great pleasure of meeting the hotel mascot Mylo who is always pleased to greet his guests! The rooms were modern and comfortable, and the restaurant outstanding! A private family run hotel who clearly take great pride and love in what they do. Will see you again in November!
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Playfair Hotels, Owner at Ardgowan Hotel
Responded 30 Sep 2022
Hi Ajelly1983, Thank you for your fantastic review! We are so glad to hear that you had a great stay with us and also had a great experience in our Restaurant. We love when our guests are able to meet Mylo as he always makes guests smile as he has done for you. We are so glad to hear that you will be returning to stay with us and we cannot wait to welcome you back in November. Kind regards, Hannah Spink Hotel Manager
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The Ardgowan is centrally in St. Andrews. The town is tiny, so it doesn't take long to get around. The hotel is really well decorated. Everything looked clean, fresh and neat. We never heard any other guests or street noise. We slept well. Staff was efficient, polite and accommodating. We enjoyed our breakfast. There was a a full variety. My husband really appreciated the Continental (larger and better balanced than a continental in the US). The full English was good. The eggs and salmon were mouthwatering. Cheyne did a very good job with service.
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Date of stay: September 2022
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Response from Playfair Hotels, Owner at Ardgowan Hotel
Responded 30 Sep 2022
Hi Kathleen R, Thank you for your great review. We are so glad to hear that you and your husband had a great stay with us. We are also glad to hear that our team did a fantastic job and i will ensure that Cheyne is made aware of the great comments about her. I hope we can welcome you back to the Ardgowan in the near future. Kind regards, Hannah Spink Hotel Manager
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PRICE RANGE
US$223 - US$313 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
ardgowan hotel st andrews
LOCATION
United KingdomScotlandFifeSt. Andrews
NUMBER OF ROOMS
36
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ardgowan Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to Ardgowan Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Kartel Watches (0.4 km), The Swilcan Bridge (0.4 km), and St Andrews West Sands Beach (0.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Ardgowan Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
What food & drink options are available at Ardgowan Hotel?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Ardgowan Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include The Seafood Ristorante, Haar Restaurant, and The Keys Bar.
Is Ardgowan Hotel located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.8 km away from the centre of St. Andrews.
Are any cleaning services offered at Ardgowan Hotel?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Ardgowan Hotel?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, and Dutch.
Are there any historical sites close to Ardgowan Hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting St Andrews Links (1.2 km), St Andrews Cathedral (0.9 km), and Martyrs' Monument (0.4 km).