The Kithmore
★★★ 2 Playfair Terrace, North Street, St Andrews, GB
8.4 guest rating· 19 reviews
About this hotel
Spacious Rooms and Scottish Cuisine
Experience the charm of a traditional Georgian townhouse at Ardgowan Hotel. Indulge in spacious rooms with cosy decor and savor delicious Scottish cuisine at Playfair's Restaurant and Steakhouse.
Convenient Amenities
Enjoy modern conveniences such as free WiFi, TV, and tea/coffee facilities in every room. With Wi-Fi access and en suite bedrooms, your comfort is our priority.
Prime Location
Just a stone's throw away from The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews, Ardgowan Hotel is the perfect retreat for golf enthusiasts. Explore the historic Old Course and unwind in the heart of St Andrews.
Book now to experience the perfect blend of tradition and luxury at Ardgowan Hotel.
Amenities
- WiFi available
- Restaurant
- Golf course
- 24-hour front desk
- Non-smoking rooms
- Non-smoking throughout
- Family rooms
- Designated smoking area
- Heating
- Kid meals
- Safety deposit box
- Special diet menus - on request
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Terrace
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2 Playfair Terrace, North Street, St Andrews, GB
- Check-in
- from 02:00 PM to 09:00 PM
- Check-out
- until 10:30 AM
What guests say8.419 reviews
Closure without notice
2.0Just was informed that hotel, months after accepting our bookings for June 2025, has decided to voluntarily close for renos. Leaves myself and 11 other gentleman golfers in the lurch for accommodations at the peak of the season. Outrageously poor behavior for a business. Simply terrible - no amount of renovation will make up for such bad management.
Terrible communication
2.0I was due to stay at the Ardgowan hotel with my fiancee on the 24th and 25th January 2025. However, the hotel has closed for renovation. This was not communicated to us in any form, leaving me to find alternative arrangements with minimal notice. If I hadn’t been looking at the website ahead of time to see about adding an additional day to the booking, we would’ve turned up on the 24th and found it closed leaving us without accommodation. We booked via the hotel website and the only email received from the hotel was the booking confirmation. Very poor customer service.
Small and basic
6.0Centrally located b&b. Fast and easy check in. Tiny clean rooms. WiFi doesn’t work in Your room. You can hear the floors squick when people in the next room are walking around. Daily room cleaning. Bathroom is the smallest I have ever seen. Toilet tank is making constant noise.
Very Good!!
10.0My second review! Following a mix up with lost property I am to remove my negative review and thank the staff for sending my jumper back 😀. Perfect Location, room clean and tidy and would certainly come back to stay again. Credit where Credits due. THANK YOU
Kid-Friendly Luxury
10.0We had such a wonderful experience at the ardgowan. We chose it just for it's location close to West sands, but we're blown away by the incredibly caring and friendly service, the beauty and comfort of the room, and the sensitivity to our family needs. Traveling with a toddler can be very hit or miss when it comes to accomodations and the staff at the ardgowan went above and beyond to welcome and accommodate our family needs. They upgraded our room, provided multiple sleeping options, and even offered us towels to take to the beach! Truly grateful for a special stay!
Book It!! Beautiful stay and the nicest people.
10.0The Ardgowan Hotel in St. Andrews is the best spot for a quick golf trip! From the moment we arrived, Lindsey made our stay truly memorable with her warmth and attention to detail. The hotel’s charm, combined with its perfect location, made our visit exceptional. We cannot wait to return!
Good to know
The hotel does not take a deposit, but cards are pre-authorized at time of booking.
Your check-in, check-out and breakfast are in the Ardgowan Hotel. However, Pilmour rooms are located in Pilmour Hotel which is directly next door.
Cars may be parked free outside the hotel after 17:00 until 09:00 the next morning and all day on Sunday.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.
›Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
›Parking
No parking available.
›Pets
Pets are not allowed.
›Children and extra bed policy
Children of any age are allowed.
Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £8 per person per night when using an available cot.
Children up to and including 12 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
People no matter the age stay for £20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.