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Burntisland Sands Hotel

3.0 star property

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A building with a sign that reads "The Sands Burntisland" and a red umbrella with "Birra Moretti" written on it.
A restaurant interior with wooden furniture, a bar area, and a large window.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a window with curtains.
A building with a sign reading "The Sands Burntland."
A bar area with wooden chairs and tables, a counter with various bottles, and a clock on the wall.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AU$224
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug

Explore the area

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Lochies Road, Burntisland, Scotland, KY3 9JX
  • Place, Burntisland Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Burntisland Sands
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Pettycur Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a small table, and a nightstand.

Double Room (1)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden headboard, a green carpet, a chandelier, and a door with a curtain.

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a plaid bedspread and matching pillows. There is a framed picture of leaves on the wall above the beds, and two bedside lamps on either side of the headboard.

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a window with curtains.

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a small table, a nightstand, a dresser, and a door.

Double Room (1)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a plaid bedspread and matching pillows, a wooden headboard, a small bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture of leaves on the wall.

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a window with curtains.

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Burntisland

At Burntisland Sands Hotel, you'll be 37.7 km (23.4 mi) from Royal Mile and 38.1 km (23.7 mi) from Edinburgh Castle. Highlights at this beach inn include free daily breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .At the inn's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 8 AM and noon. .With a stay at this 3-property class Burntisland inn, you'll be 36.7 km (22.8 mi) from Princes Street and 38.1 km (23.7 mi) from University of Edinburgh.
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What's nearby

  • Burntisland Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Burntisland Sands - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • The Links - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Beacon Leisure Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Pettycur Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Burntisland Station - 15 min walk
  • Newhaven Station - 34 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Star - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Morrisons Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Roasting Project - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Burger Island - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Sands, A Place By The Sea - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Burntisland Sands Hotel

Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at Burntisland Sands Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Burntisland inn is smoke free.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Burntisland Sands Hotel offers 4 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Burntisland inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8 AM to noon
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 30.0 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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 and American Express. 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.

Property is also known as

Burntisland Sands
Burntisland Sands Hotel Inn
Burntisland Sands Hotel Burntisland
Burntisland Sands Hotel Inn Burntisland

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Burntisland Sands Hotel?

Yep, Burntisland Sands Hotel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Burntisland Sands Hotel?

As of 11 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Burntisland Sands Hotel on 17 Aug 2026 start from AU$224, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Burntisland Sands Hotel?

The closest beach to Burntisland Sands Hotel is Portobello Beach (13.9 km).

What makes Burntisland Sands Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Burntisland Sands Hotel.

Does Burntisland Sands Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, free full brekkie is served daily from 8 AM to noon.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Burntisland Sands Hotel?

No, Burntisland Sands Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Burntisland Sands Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Burntisland Sands Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Burntisland Sands Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Burntisland Sands Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 67 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Choice of menu for breakfast and dinner was was excellent, great food, cocktails were delicious also. Will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Campbell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

KA YIU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was a good size, clean and serviced daily, the breakfast was excellent and the owner and staff couldn't have been more friendly and helpful. I would certainly recommend the Sands hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic place to stay very welcome would advise everyone to stay here
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Don

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Food was really good. Had dinner and breakfast - good variety and delicious food. Had sea view. Room was very small and 'tired' paint peeling and not as clean as it could be.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barry

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

Excellent Stay

First time to burnt island,hotel was excellent,staff very friendly,breakfast amazing,will be back again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel, can’t fault it, very clean comfortable with really friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic small hotel witha great restaurant! It is very near the train into Edinburgh.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susa

Staff were lovely and went above and beyond for us
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beach was beautiful and the staff was so wonderful. The food at the hotel was excellent. The room was very clean and the bed was very comfy an quiet. Thank you for a wonderful stay., We were only going to stay one night but ended up liking it so much we booked a second night with them.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel was well situated and the parking was good. The breakfast and Evening Meals were really good and plentiful. The room we had was adequate, but could do with an upgrade. The staff and owner were really friendly and made us feel welcome!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and nothing was to much trouble, breakfast was massive full Scottish, brill. Rooms were great, not 5 star but were comfy and clean. Atmosphere at the sands was great, locals are very friendly and I would defo book again, hats of to the hard working staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is really good value for money and in an fantastic location right next to the beach. For business users breakfast doesn't start til 09:00 though, but they will make you up a packed lunch as an alternative.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a highlight of our trip. They were very accommodating, helped us find a taxi to EDI on short notice, and went out of their way to make us feel comfortable. The food (dinner and breakfast) was outstanding and affordable. We'll be back to visit in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Food quality and choice was good. The rooms were clean but the walls in the room are very thin and the room and bathroom were snug. OK for a quick stopover.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Two night stay June 2024

Friendly, helpful staff. Hotel well utilised by locals. Decor could be refreshed. Cleaning staff do a great job. Food good. Beds in the twin room could be more comfortable, even mattress toppers could help. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

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

Lovely stay at the Sands

What an absolute hidden gem! We stayed as a family of 4 travelling up to Scotland for the Taylor Swift concert and chose to stay outside of Edinburgh and so pleased we did! Wished we had more time to relax and enjoy the gorgeous location of the Sands but we were given a lovely warm welcome and lots of help in navigating our way to the stadium. Had amazing lunch and the breakfast the following morning was beautiful! Highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

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

Solo stay in November

Have not been to Burntlsand for near 20 years, the staff here made me feel right at home. I had a brilliant time, although the weather was awful, still it's autumn and Scotland so probably to be expected. But thanks to all the staff for making me feel welcome. Food was excellent especially the Scottish breakfast. Thank you all.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Annie

Liked: Staff & service
Tiny room up quite steep stairs. Bed was small and not so comfy especially for a disabled person with a very bad back. Bathroom tiny which again caused problems with mobility issues. Just Adequate really. Breakfast was okay but you had to ask the waitress (who was lovely) for everything which took time. Very noisy at night following a party till 1am which was annoying.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Findlay

Liked: Staff & service

One night stsy

Nice staff. However the hotel could do with some upgrades on the rooms. Bathroom is run down and looks like no refurbishment or painting has taken place for a long time. Could do with a paint job and replace all units. Walls are very thin. Could hear everything going on next room, even conversations.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

jon

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Dining staff were helpful and breakfast was good. Parking on site. Room was big, beds comfy but decor poor. Bathroom was dirty and plenty of black mould, shower pathetic.Bathroom needs a refurb. Band playing saturday night so couldnt sleep until after 11pm. Had we known we wouldnt have booked. Breakfast on expedia at 8am but hotel 9am,wasted an hour.Compares poorlly with similar across 2 months of travel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Martin

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very,very run down property in need of investment to bring it up to adequate standards. The location is great though. We left after one day even if we paid for two, as everything looked so unappealing and dirty in the room, with very bad mattresses that we could hardly sleep, put aside the shriek of seagulls waking you at 04:30 as the window is open to provide basic ventilation tomremove the mold smell. Sad because the location is great and we believe the landlords do their best -although we never heard from them.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024