Western House Hotel

Property class: 4

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A large, two-story building with a central courtyard, outdoor seating area, and a small water feature.
A large four-poster bed with a wooden headboard, white linens, and two folded towels on the bed.
A hallway with patterned carpet, wooden doors, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A large, two-story house with a brick chimney, white walls, and a well-maintained garden with red flowers.
A fountain with three horses in the center, surrounded by a brick border.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct

Explore the area

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Craigie Road, Ayr, Scotland, KA8 0HA
  • Place, Ayr Racecourse
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ayr Town Hall
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Ayr Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Glasgow (GLA-Glasgow Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Annex Building

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

Executive Double Room, 1 Bedroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

About the area

Ayr

Western House Hotel places you steps from Ayr Racecourse and within a 30-minute stroll of Ayr Beach. Highlights at this Victorian hotel include a restaurant, free valet parking and a bar/lounge. .The fine-dining restaurant, Jockey Club Restaurant, serves Modern European cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Lounge Bar is the hotel's own lobby lounge, serving drinks along with breakfast and brunch. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a conference centre and coffee/tea in a common area. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available. There's also the convenience of a ferry terminal shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Ayr hotel, you'll be 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Prestwick Golf Club and 4.8 km (3 mi) from Robert Burns Birthplace Museum.

What's nearby

  • Ayr Racecourse - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Ayr Town Hall - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • The Low Green - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Ayr Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Ayr Pavilion - 5 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Ayr Station - 13 min walk
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Harleys - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tam O Shanter Bar - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Western House Hotel

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Western House Hotel. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Self parking and valet parking are free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Victorian Ayr hotel.

  • 49 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1909
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Western House Hotel offers 49 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Jockey Club Restaurant
  • Lounge Bar

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1909
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 55 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 15.00 for adults and from GBP 5.00 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Western House Hotel?

Western House Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Western House Hotel?

As of 16 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Western House Hotel on 6 Oct 2026 start from AU$174, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Western House Hotel?

Yep, Western House Hotel has a free self car park and free valet parking.

Are there any beaches close to Western House Hotel?

The closest beach to Western House Hotel is Ayr Beach (2.3 km).

What makes Western House Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Al fresco dining and a lounge bar, as well as deep-soaking baths and comfy beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Western House Hotel.

Is Western House Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that Western House Hotel is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Western House Hotel?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Western House Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order breakfast is available at Western House Hotel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Western House Hotel?

No, Western House Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Western House Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Modern European cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Western House Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Western House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 709 out of 988 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 197 out of 988 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 988 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 988 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 988 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Grahame

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, great food.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Grahame

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, great food and right next to the racecourse
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Howden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel In Ayr
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent and friendly and we even managed to check-in early which worked really well for us. Breakfast was good, especially the salmon.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Food was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was stunning, very clean and spacious. It looked over the Paddock. Staff were attentive and the breakfast was very good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly. Nice big very clean room. Lovely dinner and breakfast with plenty choice. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hamish John Arundel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast & dinner were very high standard, and the service was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely surroundings. Room was spotless. Staff so helpful and friendly. Food excellent. Would definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely big rooms, good location, breakfast and surrounding area of the hotel was really pretty too
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tennis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff was very helpful with dinner recommendations and the room was great. Would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless and large room with bath, staff and meals were excellent. Beautiful hotel and can't wait to stay again. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great place for us to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Second time to stay here Nice hotel Good price Breakfast is exceptional
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great customer service and room spotless plus early check in
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms, lovely staff and excellent breakfast Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel to stay at.

Very nice hotel would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, parking onsite and good food
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovel comfortable hotel with a delicious breakfast !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were excellent and the hotel is well kept with everything you need.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay in the main house, tasty breakfast and comfy bed. Always a good stay at the western house.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disappointed in the annex room 302 the wardrobe was so small it had an iron board inside and we struggled to hang up our wedding outfits. Also ground floor so no privacy I will not book this again sorry
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026