Old Course Hotel
St. Andrews, Fife, United Kingdom · Virtuoso · 2026 benefits
Perhaps best known as the resort in "the Home of Golf", the Old Course Hotel is one hour northeast of Edinburgh Airport and adjacent to the 17th "Road Hole" fairway of the famed Old Course in St Andrews, Scotland. Host hotel to the 2022 150th Anniversary Open Championship and also the upcoming 155th in 2027, the Old Course Hotel enjoys a spectacular location overlooking the famous links courses, the beach and the beautiful Scottish coastline. The resort has 6 restaurants for guests and visitors to explore including the 3 AA-Rosettes, Road Hole Restaurant offering fine dining, the contemporary Swilcan Loft serving an eclectic international menu with locally sourced Scottish produce and the…
Every golfer aims to visit the Old Course Hotel at least once – it is a “bucket list” destination. This AA Five Red Star resort provides the best Scottish hospitality in the “home of golf” – 175 stunning rooms and suites, many offering panoramic views over the Old Course to the sea beyond. Relax in the award-winning Kohler Waters Spa. Be tempted by five unique dining experiences, including Road Hole Restaurant, awarded three AA Rosettes, and the world’s most famous 19th hole – The Jigger Inn.
What you get booking it through us (2026 benefits)
- Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
- Daily Full breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant
- $100 USD equivalent Resort or Hotel credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
- Bookings in our Deluxe Suite or higher categories will also receive a welcome amenity of beverages set up in-room
- Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability
These are the Virtuoso benefits on file for this property, on top of the hotel's own best flexible rate — not a discount and not a package. How the benefit stack compares to booking direct.
In the know
West Sands Beach is a short walk from the hotel and offers many exciting activities, from land yachting and beach kayaking to Zapcatting and stand-up paddleboarding.
The property, in facts
| Where | Old Station Rd, St. Andrews, Fife, United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Category | Beach Resort |
| Property type | Hotel or Resort |
| Rooms | 175 |
| Room types | 4 |
| Nearest airport | Turnhouse (EDI) · 34 miles |
| Advisor programme | Virtuoso |
| Style | Casual |
| Known for | Beach, Golf, Landmarks |
Rooms and suites
- Penthouse Suite — Guest Rooms & Suites - This luxurious Penthouse Suite has its own lift and staircase leading up to the best view in the hotel. Situated on the fourth floor and…
- Old Course Suite — Old Course Suite Upgrade: Fairway Suite
- Eden Room — Eden Room Upgrade: Old Course Room
- Old Course Room — Old Course Room Upgrade: Champions Old Course Room
In the room
Air Conditioning · Balcony/Lanai/Terrace · Bathrobe · Coffee/Tea Maker · Fireplace · Hair Dryer · Internet Access · Iron/Ironing Board · Mini Bar · Non-Smoking · Safe · Sitting Area · Slippers · Turn Down Service
What advisors say
100% of the 9 Virtuoso advisors who have filed a review of this property recommend it. Those reviews are collected by Virtuoso from advisors who have stayed, not by us and not from the public.
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