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The Ship Inn

3.5 star property
Beachfront inn with an area shuttle

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Premium Double or Twin Room
Deluxe Double or Twin Room | View from room
Premium bedding, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$266
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec

Explore the area

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The Toft, Elie, Scotland, KY9 1DT
  • Place, Wood Haven
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Elie Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Edinburgh Castle
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Separate bath and shower
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Premium Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Espresso maker
Electric kettle
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Espresso maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Leven

The Ship Inn places you steps from Wood Haven and within a 10-minute stroll of Elie Beach. Highlights at this beachfront inn include free daily breakfast, a restaurant and a free area shuttle. .At the inn's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 8 AM and 10 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also free parking nearby, along with the convenience of an area shuttle. .In proximity to this 3.5-property class Leven inn you'll find Old Course at St Andrews.
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What's nearby

  • Wood Haven - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Elie Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of St. Andrews - 25 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Old Course at St Andrews - 26 min drive - 25.8 km
  • St. Andrews Links - 28 min drive - 26.8 km

Getting around

  • Ladybank Station - 22 min drive
  • Dundee (DND) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wee Chippy - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Anstruther Fish Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪West End Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ship Tavern - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Ship Inn

Beachfront inn with an area shuttle
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at The Ship Inn.

This 3.5-star Leven inn is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Ship Inn offers 6 accommodations with espresso makers and complimentary bottles of water. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Free offsite parking
  • Free area shuttle

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily until 11 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • 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 15.0 per day.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.0 per day

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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. No on-site parking is available. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Ship inn Elie
Ship Elie
Ship inn Leven
The Ship Inn Inn
The Ship Inn Leven
The Ship Inn Inn Leven

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Ship Inn?

The Ship Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ship Inn?

As of 10 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ship Inn on 11 Dec 2025 start from AU$265.51, 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 The Ship Inn?

Yep, The Ship Inn is a short 8-minute walk from Elie Beach. Fun beach activities include windsurfing.

What makes The Ship Inn a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Ship Inn.

Is The Ship Inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a BBQ and a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Ship Inn is a hit with families.

Does The Ship Inn serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary full breakfast is served daily between 8 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Ship Inn?

No, The Ship Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Ship Inn?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at The Ship Inn?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Ship Inn?

Furry friends are welcome at The Ship Inn, with food and water bowls on offer.