Where To Stay In Ayr, Scotland: 10 Best Hotels & Holiday Homes - Updated 2024

where to stay in ayr uk
Haley
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Located on the West coast of Scotland, Ayr is a large town with many monuments, museums, castles, and an excellent beach. And just as the town is a fun place to visit, it also has many great locations to stay. From villas, to apartments, to cottages, to hotels, Ayr will keep you comfortable while you’re on vacation.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on October 02, 2024.

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1. Blackburn Villa B&B (from USD 111)

Just 5 minutes’ walk from Ayr’s center, the Blackburn Villa B&B is a beautiful place to stay when vacationing in Ayr. At Blackburn, each of the 3 rooms is equipped with a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities, a hairdryer, and bathrobes. Pet friendly, the gardened villa is relaxing and inviting, perfect for the whole family, or just solo travelers. And with each morning starting with a Scottish breakfast, you won’t be able to leave unhappy.

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Blackburn Villa B&B

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 2 Blackburn Road
4.53 km (2.9 mi) from Heads Of Ayr Farm Park

Parking Pets allowed Room service Golf course (within 3 km) Garden Non-smoking rooms Facilities for disabled guests Family rooms

2. Ensuite@The Beechwood (from USD 97)

If you’re looking for a location where you can explore more than just Ayr, Ensuite@The Beechwood is ideally located between Ayr and Prestwick. But the perfect location isn’t the best part with en suite rooms, free Wi-Fi, and a lovely garden all onsite. Victorian in style, this guest house is just a 15 minutes’ walk from the seafront, and you won’t have to worry about parking, with free, public parking available. Each room is comfortably furnished with a flat-screen TV, a comfy bed, an en suite shower, a hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. And each morning, you can choose the perfect breakfast from the Beechwood’s extensive menu.

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Beechwood Ensuite Guest House

Wifi Available

Address: 39 Prestwick Road
6.98 km (4.4 mi) from Heads Of Ayr Farm Park

Parking Meeting/banquet facilities Golf course (within 3 km) Non-smoking rooms Laundry Family rooms Free parking Internet services

3. Wallace Apartments Town Centre (from 80 USD)

Stay in the center of town at the Wallace Apartments Town Centre. Recently refurbished, this 2-bedroom apartment is a spacious accommodation that will keep you both comfortable and near to local attractions. When you stay here, you’ll find 1 double bed and 1 twin bed room, a large couch for a fourth guest in the lounge, a kitchen, and a bathroom with a shower. Excellent shopping, cafes, bars, cinema, theatre, and swimming at the beach are all within easy walking distance, ensuring your vacation in Ayr will be exciting and memorable.

Wallace Apartments Town Centre

Price: from 80 USD

Number of Guests: 4

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4. Harbour Ayr, boutique holiday apartment (from USD 74)

Escape to the seaside with this boutique holiday apartment, the Harbour Ayr. Next door to both the beach and a golf course, vacation will come naturally to you when you stay at the Harbour Ayr. In the apartment, you will find a nautical themed double bedroom, a sunlit living room with a TV and electric “wood burning” stove, a fully stocked kitchen, and plenty of games and guidebooks, free to use during your stay. During your stay, be sure to enjoy the little fenced off garden area, complete with a summerhouse, perfect for relaxation.

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Ayr, United Kingdom
5.7 km (3.6 mi) from Heads Of Ayr Farm Park
59 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 2 Beds 3 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 3

5. Kosy Kintore Apartment

Stay in this self-contained, cozy, upper floor Kintor Apartment to be near the beach, family-friendly activities, and delicious dining. With both the supermarket and train station within a 5 minute walk, getting around Ayer will be a breeze. This upper floor apartment is a cute, modern place to stay in Ayr. Features include a comfy king-sized bed and pull-out sofa bed, a living room with a TV, and a full kitchen. And because this upper level apartment has its own entrance, you never have to worry about privacy.

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Ayr, United Kingdom
5.12 km (3.2 mi) from Heads Of Ayr Farm Park
157 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

6. Lovely home in heart of Ayr (from 68 USD)

If you’re looking for a home you don’t have to share, check out this lovely home in the heart of Ayr. Nearby the Ayr town center, the beach, dining, family-friendly activities, public transport, and nightlife, you will find it incredibly easy to explore Ayr. Not only is this space comfortably furnished, each room is brightly decorated giving a fun, whimsical feel. And if you’re just trying to relax on vacation, don’t worry about noise; the house is situated in a quiet development on the edge of town.

Lovely home in heart of Ayr

Price: from 68 USD

Number of Guests: 4

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7. Western House Hotel (from USD 143)

Stay in this award-winning Western House Hotel, for a truly spectacular experience. Just a 5 minutes’ drive from Prestwick International Airport, this hotel has quick access to Ayr and surrounding cities like Glasgow and Edinburgh. Both Burns Country and Culzean Castle are a short drive away, and when you get hungry from a day of exploring, fine dining is offered at the AA rosette Jockey Club Restaurant. Built on a mature landscape with beautiful gardens, when you stay in one of the hotel’s 10 rooms, you’ll vacation in luxury.

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Western House Hotel

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 66 Craigie Road
6.52 km (4.1 mi) from Heads Of Ayr Farm Park

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Golf course (within 3 km) Garden

8. Woodcroft Cottage (from USD 173)

Finally, for a quaint accommodation that’s nearby the town, train, bus, theatre, sandy beach, sports center and lots of foodie places, head to Woodcroft Cottage. Featuring lovely furnishings and enough beds to comfortably sleep 4 guests, the Woodcroft Cottage is also perfect for re-connecting with nature in a true Victorian way. With a conservatory overlooking the garden, a functioning fireplace, and plenty of natural light, relaxing in the country has never looked more attractive.

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Ayr, United Kingdom
4.96 km (3.1 mi) from Heads Of Ayr Farm Park
25 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire cottage 3 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

9. Hallmark Hotel Irvine - Twin Room

21 minutes away from Ayr is the Hallmark Hotel Irvine. While a bit of a trip from Ayr, this hotel keeps you close to the airport and attractions like the Vennel Gallery and Scottish Maritime Museum. With 128 guest rooms available, the Hallmark Hotel is in the business of keeping their guests comfortable. Each room comes with complimentary Wi-Fi, private bathrooms, shower/tub combinations, and coffee/tea makers. Views of the well-kept garden can be seen from most of the rooms, and while the hotel’s restaurant serves both breakfast and lunch, you can always take advantage of the 24-hour room service.

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Irvine, GB
5 Guests 0 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

10. Craggallan Guest House (from USD 78)

Just 2 minutes from the beach the family-owned Craggallan Guest House knows how to keep its vacationing guests happy. Each room features an en suite shower room, tea/coffee making facilities, and are furnished with bright, modern, coordinated furnishings. You will wake up with a smile on your face each day knowing that a varied breakfast menu made from locally sourced ingredients will be served. During your stay, be sure to take advantage of the luxurious lounge area.

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Stay in Ayr!

Cottages, apartments, hotels, and more help make the town of Ayr a fun vacation hot-spot. The only question now is, when do you go?

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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Haley has been writing stories since she was five, but did not decide to be a full-time writer until her college years. She studied English and Biology at Eastern New Mexico University and has...Read more

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