Western House Hotel At Ayr Racecourse
US$157
/ night
Avg. for September
Select dates to see prices and availability
US$157
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Western House Hotel At Ayr Racecourse average US$120 in the cheapest month (January) and US$187 in the most expensive month (July), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
|---|---|
| January | US$120 |
| February | US$125 |
| March | US$123 |
| April | US$159 |
| May | US$175 |
| June | US$166 |
| July | US$187 |
| August | US$179 |
| September | US$157 |
| October | US$141 |
| November | US$126 |
| December | US$138 |
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
Sept · US$157
S
O
N
D
Most expensive: July (~US$187)
Cheapest: January (~US$120)
About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This Victorian hotel also features concierge services, wedding services, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This Victorian hotel also features concierge services, wedding services, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, express check-in, and express check-out. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and meeting rooms. Guests may use a ferry terminal shuttle for a surcharge, and free valet parking is available onsite.
Dining
Enjoy Modern European cuisine at Jockey Club Restaurant, a restaurant where you can take in the garden view and dine alfresco. Or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 49 guestrooms. Your Select Comfort bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and designer toiletries.
Location
Located in Ayr, Western House Hotel is a 1-minute drive from Ayr Racecourse and 7 minutes from Robert Burns Birthplace Museum. This hotel is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Ayr Beach and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Prestwick Golf Club.
What's nearby
Ayr Racecourse(0.1 Miles)
Auld Kirk(0.6 Miles)
Auld Brig(0.7 Miles)
Ayr Town Hall(0.8 Miles)
The Low Green(0.9 Miles)
Wellington Square(0.9 Miles)
Rozelle Park(0.9 Miles)
LA Bowl(0.9 Miles)
Pirate Pete's Family Entertainment Centre(1.1 Miles)
Ayr Pavilion(1.1 Miles)
Citadel Leisure Centre(1.1 Miles)
River Ayr Way(1.2 Miles)
Ayr Beach(1.3 Miles)
Prestwick St. Nicholas Golf Club(1.5 Miles)
Belleisle Park(1.9 Miles)
Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick)(4.4 Miles)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)(40.7 Miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Tour desk
Dry cleaning
Location
66 Craigie Road, Ayr, Scotland, United Kingdom
Ayr Racecourse (0.1 Miles)
Auld Kirk (0.6 Miles)
Auld Brig (0.7 Miles)
Ayr Town Hall (0.8 Miles)
The Low Green (0.9 Miles)
Wellington Square (0.9 Miles)
Guest reviews
8.9
Fabulous
Based on 1,154 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
17%
Couple
51%
Family
19%
Group
10%
Solo
1%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across recent reviews, Western House Hotel At Ayr Racecourse stands out for friendly, helpful staff and attractive grounds with ample on-site parking, while recurring gripes focus on occasional service slowdowns at busy times.
Read moreWas this helpful?
What guests think
Across recent reviews, Western House Hotel At Ayr Racecourse stands out for friendly, helpful staff and attractive grounds with ample on-site parking, while recurring gripes focus on occasional service slowdowns at busy times.
Guests love the location beside Ayr Racecourse and find it convenient for town. Breakfast and restaurant meals receive strong praise, though a few report limited evening choices, inconsistency, or delays. Rooms are generally spacious and comfortable, but several describe courtyard or annex rooms as dated or noisy, with some lacking air conditioning or fridges and one report of Wi‑Fi problems in outbuildings. Expect a comfortable stay with standout dining and service, best in the main house.
Was this helpful?
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Facilities
Attractive grounds beside the racecourse, with ample on-site parking, pleasant bar/lounge areas, and courtyard/annex buildings alongside the main house. Some guests mention confusing car park signage and no lift in the annex.
Related guest reviews
10
Audrey
11 Mar 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Great location, parking onsite and good food
Great location, parking onsite and good food
10
Alexander
8 Aug 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Beautiful hotel set in amazing grounds. Staff were so friendly and immaculately dressed. Room was large and well equipped with everything you required for a comfortable stay. Hotel is close proximity to Ayr town centre. Breakfast was exceptional with a great choice and was of great quality products. First time I have been at this hotel but already planning a return trip.
Beautiful hotel set in amazing grounds. Staff were so friendly and immaculately dressed. Room was large and well equipped with everything you required for a comfortable stay. Hotel is close proximity to Ayr town centre. Breakfast was exceptional with a great choice and was of great quality products. First time I have been at this hotel but already planning a return trip.
6
Kenneth
29 Aug 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
The hotel is ideally located for Ayr and the racecourse. The grounds are lovely and there is a large, free car park. Check in and check out were both warm and efficient. Standard rooms are in the Courtyard area. The room was clean but very dated in terms of its decor. One of the taps in the bathroom was loose and moved. The toilet ran/dripped all night which was disturbing. There was no air conditioning. Breakfast is served in the hotel restaurant. Guests are told to find their own table and serve their own food and drinks from the hot and cold buffet options. The range of hot food was good and included potato cakes and Lorne sausages, and the cold buffet included various melons, yoghurt, many cereals and warmed pastries. There was no choice of cooked/cured meats or cheeses. Tables were left dirty and we observed people being seated at tables that had not been fully cleaned/refreshed.
The hotel is ideally located for Ayr and the racecourse. The grounds are lovely and there is a large, free car park. Check in and check out were both warm and efficient. Standard rooms are in the Courtyard area. The room was clean but very dated in terms of its decor. One of the taps in the bathroom was loose and moved. The toilet ran/dripped all night which was disturbing. There was no air conditioning. Breakfast is served in the hotel restaurant. Guests are told to find their own table and serve their own food and drinks from the hot and cold buffet options. The range of hot food was good and included potato cakes and Lorne sausages, and the cold buffet included various melons, yoghurt, many cereals and warmed pastries. There was no choice of cooked/cured meats or cheeses. Tables were left dirty and we observed people being seated at tables that had not been fully cleaned/refreshed.
10
Alison
14 Aug 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Lovely Hotel and Staff. Room was large and comfortable. Gardens and outside area is very well kept and stunning for photos. We had lunch in the Jockey Club restaurant which we could not fault. Stayed as we were going to Ayr Races which is literally a stone throw away through a gate and you’re there. I would definitely stay again.
Lovely Hotel and Staff. Room was large and comfortable. Gardens and outside area is very well kept and stunning for photos. We had lunch in the Jockey Club restaurant which we could not fault. Stayed as we were going to Ayr Races which is literally a stone throw away through a gate and you’re there. I would definitely stay again.
10
Alan
22 Jul 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Great location,nice bar area good parking ,large bedrooms, bathroom bit small but does the job Comfy bed
Great location,nice bar area good parking ,large bedrooms, bathroom bit small but does the job Comfy bed
10
Kathleen
12 Sept 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
The main hotel with reception is lovely, beautiful fountain outside the main entrance. Lovely staff :-) My room was in a separate more modern building, very clean and fresh but no lift to the first floor where i was located. Very spacious room, good size bathroom with desk space to work. Extra blankets and pillows were available, as was iron and board, and a proper hairdryer!
The main hotel with reception is lovely, beautiful fountain outside the main entrance. Lovely staff :-) My room was in a separate more modern building, very clean and fresh but no lift to the first floor where i was located. Very spacious room, good size bathroom with desk space to work. Extra blankets and pillows were available, as was iron and board, and a proper hairdryer!
8
Caroline
1 May 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Lovely place, good quality. Just two points 1) signage in car park and to reception needs to be improved 2) breakfast was slow coming, and if delay was due to kitchen being busy it would have been nice to know as we felt as if forgotten
Lovely place, good quality. Just two points 1) signage in car park and to reception needs to be improved 2) breakfast was slow coming, and if delay was due to kitchen being busy it would have been nice to know as we felt as if forgotten
10
Ian
22 Jun 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Stayed over a busy weekend of Horse Racing, with Ayr Racecourse directly accessible. Stayed within the hotel, as opposed to the courtyard. Big room, bug bathroom, had a substantial breakfast and chose to dine on the Friday night. Found the dining experience to be excellent. Staff are top notch too, very friendly with nothing too much trouble for the team. Top marks
Stayed over a busy weekend of Horse Racing, with Ayr Racecourse directly accessible. Stayed within the hotel, as opposed to the courtyard. Big room, bug bathroom, had a substantial breakfast and chose to dine on the Friday night. Found the dining experience to be excellent. Staff are top notch too, very friendly with nothing too much trouble for the team. Top marks
10
Howden
9 May 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Great hotel parking on site and spotless
Great hotel parking on site and spotless
10
Moira
28 Aug 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel next to the racecourse. Staff were very friendly and welcoming, My father is in a wheelchair and had an accessible room which was well appointed and comfortable. We ate our evening meal in the restaurant and it was excellent and good value. We were there to meet family and we all met up and had morning coffee, all lovely and the lounge area was very good. Perfect for a small reunion and catch up. Thank you
Lovely hotel next to the racecourse. Staff were very friendly and welcoming, My father is in a wheelchair and had an accessible room which was well appointed and comfortable. We ate our evening meal in the restaurant and it was excellent and good value. We were there to meet family and we all met up and had morning coffee, all lovely and the lounge area was very good. Perfect for a small reunion and catch up. Thank you
Was this helpful?
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Cleanliness
Many reviews highlight very clean or spotless rooms and public areas. A smaller number note musty smells, stained carpets, a scruffy entrance, or uncleared breakfast tables, especially in older annex rooms.
Related guest reviews
6
Kenneth
29 Aug 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
The hotel is ideally located for Ayr and the racecourse. The grounds are lovely and there is a large, free car park. Check in and check out were both warm and efficient. Standard rooms are in the Courtyard area. The room was clean but very dated in terms of its decor. One of the taps in the bathroom was loose and moved. The toilet ran/dripped all night which was disturbing. There was no air conditioning. Breakfast is served in the hotel restaurant. Guests are told to find their own table and serve their own food and drinks from the hot and cold buffet options. The range of hot food was good and included potato cakes and Lorne sausages, and the cold buffet included various melons, yoghurt, many cereals and warmed pastries. There was no choice of cooked/cured meats or cheeses. Tables were left dirty and we observed people being seated at tables that had not been fully cleaned/refreshed.
The hotel is ideally located for Ayr and the racecourse. The grounds are lovely and there is a large, free car park. Check in and check out were both warm and efficient. Standard rooms are in the Courtyard area. The room was clean but very dated in terms of its decor. One of the taps in the bathroom was loose and moved. The toilet ran/dripped all night which was disturbing. There was no air conditioning. Breakfast is served in the hotel restaurant. Guests are told to find their own table and serve their own food and drinks from the hot and cold buffet options. The range of hot food was good and included potato cakes and Lorne sausages, and the cold buffet included various melons, yoghurt, many cereals and warmed pastries. There was no choice of cooked/cured meats or cheeses. Tables were left dirty and we observed people being seated at tables that had not been fully cleaned/refreshed.
10
Fiona
4 Jun 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
The location was excellent. The outside of the building within the rooms in it seemed a bit rundown, but the actual rooms were newly updated and very clean and spacious. There were lovely towels and a robe and slippers. The bed was very comfortable. There was a kettle with coffee and tea and shortbread cookies at the bedside. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, I was very impressed and highly recommend this hotel.
The location was excellent. The outside of the building within the rooms in it seemed a bit rundown, but the actual rooms were newly updated and very clean and spacious. There were lovely towels and a robe and slippers. The bed was very comfortable. There was a kettle with coffee and tea and shortbread cookies at the bedside. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, I was very impressed and highly recommend this hotel.
4
nigel
23 May 2024
·
Stayed 6 nights
The room in the courtyard was very dated. The bathroom was dysfunctional and dangerous. Entrance to courtyard was scruffy and dirty. Quilt was not big enough for bed. We would not recommend this hotel
The room in the courtyard was very dated. The bathroom was dysfunctional and dangerous. Entrance to courtyard was scruffy and dirty. Quilt was not big enough for bed. We would not recommend this hotel
10
Lisa
30 Apr 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
This is one o the cleanest hotels we have stayed in. The restaurant was fantastic.
This is one o the cleanest hotels we have stayed in. The restaurant was fantastic.
10
Nadine
28 Nov 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Great customer service and room spotless plus early check in
Great customer service and room spotless plus early check in
8
John
29 Sept 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Very helpful staff, all round the hotel, from check-in to departure. Clean tidy room serviced daily. Breakfast buffet was very good - lot of choice. Dining rooms were very clean. Evening menu was decidedly 'lacking' something. Choicve was very limited & very fish biased. One evening meal disappointed me greatly. Not as described on the menu. However, on discussing it with reception, the matter was fully resolved. Overall, a good stay & I would return to the hotel, but hope that by then the menu might have changed
Very helpful staff, all round the hotel, from check-in to departure. Clean tidy room serviced daily. Breakfast buffet was very good - lot of choice. Dining rooms were very clean. Evening menu was decidedly 'lacking' something. Choicve was very limited & very fish biased. One evening meal disappointed me greatly. Not as described on the menu. However, on discussing it with reception, the matter was fully resolved. Overall, a good stay & I would return to the hotel, but hope that by then the menu might have changed
10
Jodie
31 Aug 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Had a brilliant stay in this hotel! The room was beautiful and clean. The food was incredible, very high quality and service was quick. Would definitely come back here
Had a brilliant stay in this hotel! The room was beautiful and clean. The food was incredible, very high quality and service was quick. Would definitely come back here
6
John
30 Oct 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Stayed here for two nights as part of a longer business trip. The hotel is located at a race course and has a lovely grounds with water fountains and other features. The room was alright for a couple of nights. I was expecting something similar to the photos but it was wayyy more dated. Being at the racecourse, I'm sure it has seen some heavy sessions in its time. The smell of stale cigarettes greeted me as I first walked through the door. The towel radiator in the bathroom gave me a little tingle when I touched it. The stay was saved by the excellent food in the Jockey Club restaurant coupled with the brilliant service there. Breakfast was different on each day with day one being a buffet style - the best buffet breakfast I've ever had. The second day was table service, equally as great. Evening meals were fantastic and the waiting staff even brought out little tasters which were compliments of the chef. The hotel bar is OK with the odd singer playing as entertainment.
Stayed here for two nights as part of a longer business trip. The hotel is located at a race course and has a lovely grounds with water fountains and other features. The room was alright for a couple of nights. I was expecting something similar to the photos but it was wayyy more dated. Being at the racecourse, I'm sure it has seen some heavy sessions in its time. The smell of stale cigarettes greeted me as I first walked through the door. The towel radiator in the bathroom gave me a little tingle when I touched it. The stay was saved by the excellent food in the Jockey Club restaurant coupled with the brilliant service there. Breakfast was different on each day with day one being a buffet style - the best buffet breakfast I've ever had. The second day was table service, equally as great. Evening meals were fantastic and the waiting staff even brought out little tasters which were compliments of the chef. The hotel bar is OK with the odd singer playing as entertainment.
6
Alison
28 Jul 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
The staff were welcoming, friendly and helpful. The booking profile is very misleading. It only shows the main building, which is an attractive and classy building. I expected to be staying there. However, the hotel rooms are in 2 blocks of very poor quality and unappealing decor which I wouldn't even consider to be up to the quality of a Travelodge. The rooms were basic with stained carpet, although the bed was comfortable. My daughters were staying in a different hotel in the centre of Ayr which was absolutely beautiful and much cheaper than the Western, which I feel is overpriced for what it is.
The staff were welcoming, friendly and helpful. The booking profile is very misleading. It only shows the main building, which is an attractive and classy building. I expected to be staying there. However, the hotel rooms are in 2 blocks of very poor quality and unappealing decor which I wouldn't even consider to be up to the quality of a Travelodge. The rooms were basic with stained carpet, although the bed was comfortable. My daughters were staying in a different hotel in the centre of Ayr which was absolutely beautiful and much cheaper than the Western, which I feel is overpriced for what it is.
8
Kathleen
16 Sept 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Musty smell in room and stains on carpet. Bathroom had been modernised and was really nice but the rest of the room needs updating
Musty smell in room and stains on carpet. Bathroom had been modernised and was really nice but the rest of the room needs updating
Was this helpful?
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Rooms
Rooms are generally spacious and comfortable, particularly in the main house. Several found courtyard/annex rooms dated or noisy, with thin walls, limited ventilation or no air conditioning, occasional maintenance issues, and rare Wi‑Fi problems in outbuildings.
Related guest reviews
6
Kenneth
29 Aug 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
The hotel is ideally located for Ayr and the racecourse. The grounds are lovely and there is a large, free car park. Check in and check out were both warm and efficient. Standard rooms are in the Courtyard area. The room was clean but very dated in terms of its decor. One of the taps in the bathroom was loose and moved. The toilet ran/dripped all night which was disturbing. There was no air conditioning. Breakfast is served in the hotel restaurant. Guests are told to find their own table and serve their own food and drinks from the hot and cold buffet options. The range of hot food was good and included potato cakes and Lorne sausages, and the cold buffet included various melons, yoghurt, many cereals and warmed pastries. There was no choice of cooked/cured meats or cheeses. Tables were left dirty and we observed people being seated at tables that had not been fully cleaned/refreshed.
The hotel is ideally located for Ayr and the racecourse. The grounds are lovely and there is a large, free car park. Check in and check out were both warm and efficient. Standard rooms are in the Courtyard area. The room was clean but very dated in terms of its decor. One of the taps in the bathroom was loose and moved. The toilet ran/dripped all night which was disturbing. There was no air conditioning. Breakfast is served in the hotel restaurant. Guests are told to find their own table and serve their own food and drinks from the hot and cold buffet options. The range of hot food was good and included potato cakes and Lorne sausages, and the cold buffet included various melons, yoghurt, many cereals and warmed pastries. There was no choice of cooked/cured meats or cheeses. Tables were left dirty and we observed people being seated at tables that had not been fully cleaned/refreshed.
8
Lisa
1 Jan 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
The only downside is there is no fridge, either than that it was a lovely place to stay and would stay again.
The only downside is there is no fridge, either than that it was a lovely place to stay and would stay again.
8
David
6 Nov 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Clean room, unfortunately i was near the entrance door that was opening and closing til the best part of midnight, request a room away far away next time.
Clean room, unfortunately i was near the entrance door that was opening and closing til the best part of midnight, request a room away far away next time.
10
Alister
5 Dec 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Very nice hotel. Spacious, quiet room, very comfortable, great shower. Staff were all bubbly and very friendly, breakfast was very good, wifi was fast and free. There was nothing to fault and I'd very happily return.
Very nice hotel. Spacious, quiet room, very comfortable, great shower. Staff were all bubbly and very friendly, breakfast was very good, wifi was fast and free. There was nothing to fault and I'd very happily return.
10
Ian
22 Jun 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Stayed over a busy weekend of Horse Racing, with Ayr Racecourse directly accessible. Stayed within the hotel, as opposed to the courtyard. Big room, bug bathroom, had a substantial breakfast and chose to dine on the Friday night. Found the dining experience to be excellent. Staff are top notch too, very friendly with nothing too much trouble for the team. Top marks
Stayed over a busy weekend of Horse Racing, with Ayr Racecourse directly accessible. Stayed within the hotel, as opposed to the courtyard. Big room, bug bathroom, had a substantial breakfast and chose to dine on the Friday night. Found the dining experience to be excellent. Staff are top notch too, very friendly with nothing too much trouble for the team. Top marks
6
Carrie
13 Aug 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Our room was not in the main building and was dated and smelled damp. The blinds were removed on the west window and the sun heated the room up tremendously. With no air conditioning or a fan, it was uncomfortable. The main building was lovely but the others need a remodel to match.
Our room was not in the main building and was dated and smelled damp. The blinds were removed on the west window and the sun heated the room up tremendously. With no air conditioning or a fan, it was uncomfortable. The main building was lovely but the others need a remodel to match.
10
Charlotte
24 Jul 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Lovely big rooms, good location, breakfast and surrounding area of the hotel was really pretty too
Lovely big rooms, good location, breakfast and surrounding area of the hotel was really pretty too
8
Janet
7 Sept 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Great hotel. Room was in the annexe. Large and spacious but thin walls and ceiling so could hear neighbours walking around. Would be 5 stars otherwise
Great hotel. Room was in the annexe. Large and spacious but thin walls and ceiling so could hear neighbours walking around. Would be 5 stars otherwise
8
Kathleen
16 Sept 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Musty smell in room and stains on carpet. Bathroom had been modernised and was really nice but the rest of the room needs updating
Musty smell in room and stains on carpet. Bathroom had been modernised and was really nice but the rest of the room needs updating
4
SHANE
12 Apr 2023
·
Stayed 4 nights
Staying in tbe out buildings was ok with the exception of no Wifi. Will not stay again as made it impissible to complete my work. Stayed 4 nights with no wifi or when it did connect, it would drop off within 1 minute. Very dissapointed.
Staying in tbe out buildings was ok with the exception of no Wifi. Will not stay again as made it impissible to complete my work. Stayed 4 nights with no wifi or when it did connect, it would drop off within 1 minute. Very dissapointed.
Was this helpful?
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Service
Staff are widely praised as friendly, professional and helpful, and issues were usually resolved promptly. A few experienced slow breakfast service or understaffing in the bar/restaurant.
Related guest reviews
10
Mr David P
3 Aug 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Everything absolutely great. Staff were young very well trained and nothing was too much trouble. Excellent stay and would recommend to all.
Everything absolutely great. Staff were young very well trained and nothing was too much trouble. Excellent stay and would recommend to all.
8
Caroline
1 May 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Lovely place, good quality. Just two points 1) signage in car park and to reception needs to be improved 2) breakfast was slow coming, and if delay was due to kitchen being busy it would have been nice to know as we felt as if forgotten
Lovely place, good quality. Just two points 1) signage in car park and to reception needs to be improved 2) breakfast was slow coming, and if delay was due to kitchen being busy it would have been nice to know as we felt as if forgotten
10
Alister
5 Dec 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Very nice hotel. Spacious, quiet room, very comfortable, great shower. Staff were all bubbly and very friendly, breakfast was very good, wifi was fast and free. There was nothing to fault and I'd very happily return.
Very nice hotel. Spacious, quiet room, very comfortable, great shower. Staff were all bubbly and very friendly, breakfast was very good, wifi was fast and free. There was nothing to fault and I'd very happily return.
10
Erin
15 Feb 2024
·
Stayed 3 nights
The staff were absolutely fantastic.
The staff were absolutely fantastic.
10
Anne
13 Jun 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
We loved our stay at the Western House Hotel. We were in the main building which was stunning. Beautiful spacious room, comfy bed. Staff excellent and food very good. We'll definitely be back. Thank you.
We loved our stay at the Western House Hotel. We were in the main building which was stunning. Beautiful spacious room, comfy bed. Staff excellent and food very good. We'll definitely be back. Thank you.
10
Ian
22 Jun 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Stayed over a busy weekend of Horse Racing, with Ayr Racecourse directly accessible. Stayed within the hotel, as opposed to the courtyard. Big room, bug bathroom, had a substantial breakfast and chose to dine on the Friday night. Found the dining experience to be excellent. Staff are top notch too, very friendly with nothing too much trouble for the team. Top marks
Stayed over a busy weekend of Horse Racing, with Ayr Racecourse directly accessible. Stayed within the hotel, as opposed to the courtyard. Big room, bug bathroom, had a substantial breakfast and chose to dine on the Friday night. Found the dining experience to be excellent. Staff are top notch too, very friendly with nothing too much trouble for the team. Top marks
4
Scott
4 Jan 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Sadly understaffed. The poor lad in the bar was solo even when busy as the manager just walked around. Close to a scene out of Faulty Towers.
Sadly understaffed. The poor lad in the bar was solo even when busy as the manager just walked around. Close to a scene out of Faulty Towers.
8
John
29 Sept 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Very helpful staff, all round the hotel, from check-in to departure. Clean tidy room serviced daily. Breakfast buffet was very good - lot of choice. Dining rooms were very clean. Evening menu was decidedly 'lacking' something. Choicve was very limited & very fish biased. One evening meal disappointed me greatly. Not as described on the menu. However, on discussing it with reception, the matter was fully resolved. Overall, a good stay & I would return to the hotel, but hope that by then the menu might have changed
Very helpful staff, all round the hotel, from check-in to departure. Clean tidy room serviced daily. Breakfast buffet was very good - lot of choice. Dining rooms were very clean. Evening menu was decidedly 'lacking' something. Choicve was very limited & very fish biased. One evening meal disappointed me greatly. Not as described on the menu. However, on discussing it with reception, the matter was fully resolved. Overall, a good stay & I would return to the hotel, but hope that by then the menu might have changed
8
Henry
17 Dec 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Breakfast & dinner were very high standard, and the service was excellent.
Breakfast & dinner were very high standard, and the service was excellent.
6
Róisín
7 May 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
I found the staff to be so impolite and unhelpful.
I found the staff to be so impolite and unhelpful.
Was this helpful?
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Location
Next to Ayr Racecourse and within walking distance of town and shops; convenient with plenty of parking. Handy for events and easy local access.
Related guest reviews
10
Audrey
11 Mar 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Great location, parking onsite and good food
Great location, parking onsite and good food
10
Alexander
8 Aug 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Beautiful hotel set in amazing grounds. Staff were so friendly and immaculately dressed. Room was large and well equipped with everything you required for a comfortable stay. Hotel is close proximity to Ayr town centre. Breakfast was exceptional with a great choice and was of great quality products. First time I have been at this hotel but already planning a return trip.
Beautiful hotel set in amazing grounds. Staff were so friendly and immaculately dressed. Room was large and well equipped with everything you required for a comfortable stay. Hotel is close proximity to Ayr town centre. Breakfast was exceptional with a great choice and was of great quality products. First time I have been at this hotel but already planning a return trip.
10
Allen
29 Aug 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
This property is amazing well kept spacious grounds. Lovely older building (main hotel). Excellent food service and very helpful staff.Walkable to Mill Street shops and a modern Tesco around the corner. Big shout out to Elaine for all her assistance. Would I stay here again? In an instant. Rooms need mini fridges but other than that great place, good location and a memorable stay!
This property is amazing well kept spacious grounds. Lovely older building (main hotel). Excellent food service and very helpful staff.Walkable to Mill Street shops and a modern Tesco around the corner. Big shout out to Elaine for all her assistance. Would I stay here again? In an instant. Rooms need mini fridges but other than that great place, good location and a memorable stay!
10
Leslie
6 May 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
On arrival met by very friendly and helpful staff. Obviously great location for Ayr race course. Food was very nice and good breakfast choices.
On arrival met by very friendly and helpful staff. Obviously great location for Ayr race course. Food was very nice and good breakfast choices.
10
Amanda
25 Aug 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Amazing hotel. Rooms are so nice. And so close to everything
Amazing hotel. Rooms are so nice. And so close to everything
10
Tracy
9 Mar 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Beautiful hotel situated right next to the racecourse. Staff were all pleasant, polite and helpful, we will definitely be back
Beautiful hotel situated right next to the racecourse. Staff were all pleasant, polite and helpful, we will definitely be back
10
Guy
13 Apr 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Great parking and the grounds are great. Close to fast food if you are so inclined.
Great parking and the grounds are great. Close to fast food if you are so inclined.
10
Ian
22 Jun 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Stayed over a busy weekend of Horse Racing, with Ayr Racecourse directly accessible. Stayed within the hotel, as opposed to the courtyard. Big room, bug bathroom, had a substantial breakfast and chose to dine on the Friday night. Found the dining experience to be excellent. Staff are top notch too, very friendly with nothing too much trouble for the team. Top marks
Stayed over a busy weekend of Horse Racing, with Ayr Racecourse directly accessible. Stayed within the hotel, as opposed to the courtyard. Big room, bug bathroom, had a substantial breakfast and chose to dine on the Friday night. Found the dining experience to be excellent. Staff are top notch too, very friendly with nothing too much trouble for the team. Top marks
10
Charlotte
24 Jul 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Lovely big rooms, good location, breakfast and surrounding area of the hotel was really pretty too
Lovely big rooms, good location, breakfast and surrounding area of the hotel was really pretty too
10
James
15 Aug 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Excellent ,convenience
Excellent ,convenience
Was this helpful?
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Dining
Breakfasts and dinners are frequently praised for quality, taste and value. Some guests mention limited evening menu choices, occasional inconsistency, or slow service at busy times.
Related guest reviews
10
James
19 Mar 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Second time to stay here Nice hotel Good price Breakfast is exceptional
Second time to stay here Nice hotel Good price Breakfast is exceptional
6
RACHEL
4 Mar 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Couldn’t get to sleep because of people making so much noise upstairs from us and also my husband and I ordered steak as we went for dinner with the family and my husband’s steak had to be returned as it wasn’t cooked properly and when they come back with it it still wasn’t cooked properly so he couldn’t eat it BUT still had to pay for it!!!!
Couldn’t get to sleep because of people making so much noise upstairs from us and also my husband and I ordered steak as we went for dinner with the family and my husband’s steak had to be returned as it wasn’t cooked properly and when they come back with it it still wasn’t cooked properly so he couldn’t eat it BUT still had to pay for it!!!!
8
James
28 May 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
Love this hotel. Stayed many times. Disappointed with quality of breakfasts this time. Hard eggs despite specific request and burnt to a frazzle potato scones. Will try again though
Love this hotel. Stayed many times. Disappointed with quality of breakfasts this time. Hard eggs despite specific request and burnt to a frazzle potato scones. Will try again though
8
Janice
5 Apr 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Cleanliness was excellent. Lacked power points in room. Breakfast was superb but Sunday lunch fell below expectations
Cleanliness was excellent. Lacked power points in room. Breakfast was superb but Sunday lunch fell below expectations
10
Ian
22 Jun 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Stayed over a busy weekend of Horse Racing, with Ayr Racecourse directly accessible. Stayed within the hotel, as opposed to the courtyard. Big room, bug bathroom, had a substantial breakfast and chose to dine on the Friday night. Found the dining experience to be excellent. Staff are top notch too, very friendly with nothing too much trouble for the team. Top marks
Stayed over a busy weekend of Horse Racing, with Ayr Racecourse directly accessible. Stayed within the hotel, as opposed to the courtyard. Big room, bug bathroom, had a substantial breakfast and chose to dine on the Friday night. Found the dining experience to be excellent. Staff are top notch too, very friendly with nothing too much trouble for the team. Top marks
8
John
29 Sept 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Very helpful staff, all round the hotel, from check-in to departure. Clean tidy room serviced daily. Breakfast buffet was very good - lot of choice. Dining rooms were very clean. Evening menu was decidedly 'lacking' something. Choicve was very limited & very fish biased. One evening meal disappointed me greatly. Not as described on the menu. However, on discussing it with reception, the matter was fully resolved. Overall, a good stay & I would return to the hotel, but hope that by then the menu might have changed
Very helpful staff, all round the hotel, from check-in to departure. Clean tidy room serviced daily. Breakfast buffet was very good - lot of choice. Dining rooms were very clean. Evening menu was decidedly 'lacking' something. Choicve was very limited & very fish biased. One evening meal disappointed me greatly. Not as described on the menu. However, on discussing it with reception, the matter was fully resolved. Overall, a good stay & I would return to the hotel, but hope that by then the menu might have changed
10
Ian
8 Aug 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
Hotel was great. Quick & friendly check in, room was clean & spacious. A bit noisy in the early hours when some wedding reception guests returned to their rooms. Fantastic meal in the hotel restaurant, reasonably priced & good portions. Overall very good
Hotel was great. Quick & friendly check in, room was clean & spacious. A bit noisy in the early hours when some wedding reception guests returned to their rooms. Fantastic meal in the hotel restaurant, reasonably priced & good portions. Overall very good
8
Henry
17 Dec 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Breakfast & dinner were very high standard, and the service was excellent.
Breakfast & dinner were very high standard, and the service was excellent.
10
Jodie
31 Aug 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Had a brilliant stay in this hotel! The room was beautiful and clean. The food was incredible, very high quality and service was quick. Would definitely come back here
Had a brilliant stay in this hotel! The room was beautiful and clean. The food was incredible, very high quality and service was quick. Would definitely come back here
6
John
30 Oct 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Stayed here for two nights as part of a longer business trip. The hotel is located at a race course and has a lovely grounds with water fountains and other features. The room was alright for a couple of nights. I was expecting something similar to the photos but it was wayyy more dated. Being at the racecourse, I'm sure it has seen some heavy sessions in its time. The smell of stale cigarettes greeted me as I first walked through the door. The towel radiator in the bathroom gave me a little tingle when I touched it. The stay was saved by the excellent food in the Jockey Club restaurant coupled with the brilliant service there. Breakfast was different on each day with day one being a buffet style - the best buffet breakfast I've ever had. The second day was table service, equally as great. Evening meals were fantastic and the waiting staff even brought out little tasters which were compliments of the chef. The hotel bar is OK with the odd singer playing as entertainment.
Stayed here for two nights as part of a longer business trip. The hotel is located at a race course and has a lovely grounds with water fountains and other features. The room was alright for a couple of nights. I was expecting something similar to the photos but it was wayyy more dated. Being at the racecourse, I'm sure it has seen some heavy sessions in its time. The smell of stale cigarettes greeted me as I first walked through the door. The towel radiator in the bathroom gave me a little tingle when I touched it. The stay was saved by the excellent food in the Jockey Club restaurant coupled with the brilliant service there. Breakfast was different on each day with day one being a buffet style - the best buffet breakfast I've ever had. The second day was table service, equally as great. Evening meals were fantastic and the waiting staff even brought out little tasters which were compliments of the chef. The hotel bar is OK with the odd singer playing as entertainment.
Was this helpful?
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
10
JANICE
23 Jul 2026
·
Stayed 1 night
Staff are very friendly, efficient and helpful. Lovely breakfast
Staff are very friendly, efficient and helpful. Lovely breakfast
10
D P M
15 Jul 2026
·
Stayed 1 night
Very, very, very gooooood
Very, very, very gooooood
10
Jess
8 Jul 2026
·
Stayed 1 night
We only stayed for one night in an accessible room ( we are in no way disabled, this room was assigned to us) in an annex of the hotel. The room was spacious and clean and we were provided with dressing gowns and slippers. The receptionist who checked us in was friendly and cheerful and the process was fast and easy. Getting some drinks at the bar proved a little tricky as one member of the bar staff was still training and the other lady did not handle a small issue as well as she might have. This didn’t ruin our experience by any means. Breakfast was a well stocked buffet. The hot options were hot and nicely presented. All in all, worth the cost. We would certainly stay here again if we required accommodation in Ayr.
We only stayed for one night in an accessible room ( we are in no way disabled, this room was assigned to us) in an annex of the hotel. The room was spacious and clean and we were provided with dressing gowns and slippers. The receptionist who checked us in was friendly and cheerful and the process was fast and easy. Getting some drinks at the bar proved a little tricky as one member of the bar staff was still training and the other lady did not handle a small issue as well as she might have. This didn’t ruin our experience by any means. Breakfast was a well stocked buffet. The hot options were hot and nicely presented. All in all, worth the cost. We would certainly stay here again if we required accommodation in Ayr.
10
Sheila
3 Jul 2026
·
Stayed 1 night
We would definitely stay here again.
We would definitely stay here again.
8
Neil
30 Jun 2026
·
Stayed 1 night
Really nice staff, lovely environment, hearty breakfast. Ideal spot
Really nice staff, lovely environment, hearty breakfast. Ideal spot
FAQs about Western House Hotel At Ayr Racecourse
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, free valet parking is available on-site, although parking is limited. No reservation is required.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a fee, approximately GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 5.00 for children. The specific serving hours are not mentioned.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 15:00 and check-out is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
Are airport shuttle services available?
Yes, transfers from the ferry terminal are available for a surcharge. Guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival to arrange pick-up.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers wheelchair-accessible facilities, including limited elevator service. Guests who may encounter issues with stairs are encouraged to contact the property in advance to request a room on a floor with elevator access.
Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in Ayr, just a 1-minute drive from Ayr Racecourse and 7 minutes from Robert Burns Birthplace Museum. It is also 1.7 miles from Ayr Beach and 3 miles from Prestwick Golf Club.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property offers rollaway beds for a fee of GBP 20.00 per night. Advance request or confirmation may be required.
Have a question?
Instant AI responses are based on hotel information
Prices for upcoming dates
September 2026
Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
October 2026
Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Cheaper
Pricier
Average nightly price across deals, with taxes & fees.
Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-09-04: NO DATA
- 2026-09-05: NO DATA
- 2026-09-06: 113.3560053237915USD
- 2026-09-07: 141.21474579772948USD
- 2026-09-08: 198.98112235107422USD
- 2026-09-09: 148.3239967376709USD
- 2026-09-10: 597.755935913086USD
- 2026-09-11: 93.42184035186767USD
- 2026-09-12: 178.08850465698242USD
- 2026-09-13: 150.1030993499756USD
- 2026-09-14: 125.366250491333USD
- 2026-09-15: 122.56901781158447USD
- 2026-09-16: 405.56652963256835USD
- 2026-09-17: NO DATA
- 2026-09-18: 418.829875USD
- 2026-09-19: 405.7296742919922USD
- 2026-09-20: 123.56615669403077USD
- 2026-09-21: 115.25056388397216USD
- 2026-09-22: 115.25056388397216USD
- 2026-09-23: 122.17016757507324USD
- 2026-09-24: 145.98071947784425USD
- 2026-09-25: NO DATA
- 2026-09-26: 192.58108814697266USD
- 2026-09-27: 122.14916752929688USD
- 2026-09-28: 217.09751627197267USD
- 2026-09-29: 166.1176279296875USD
- 2026-09-30: 198.4195793548584USD
- 2026-10-01: 188.1359721282959USD
- 2026-10-02: 179.01216996154784USD
- 2026-10-03: 183.8010487548828USD
- 2026-10-04: 116.31855355377198USD
- 2026-10-05: 116.18209756011963USD
- 2026-10-06: 115.60809630889892USD
- 2026-10-07: 146.82304283294678USD
- 2026-10-08: 135.57639300079344USD
- 2026-10-09: 214.00639814147948USD
- 2026-10-10: 178.5293461242676USD
- 2026-10-11: 116.18209756011963USD
- 2026-10-12: 125.37411886291504USD
- 2026-10-13: 155.309196774292USD
- 2026-10-14: 152.59331490478516USD
- 2026-10-15: 153.4776206298828USD
- 2026-10-16: 177.78411918334962USD
- 2026-10-17: 179.10138028259277USD
- 2026-10-18: 125.09859294586181USD
- 2026-10-19: 125.31639088897705USD
- 2026-10-20: 127.78376335601807USD
- 2026-10-21: 125.01200541534423USD
- 2026-10-22: 123.592393460083USD
- 2026-10-23: 179.10138028259277USD
- 2026-10-24: 176.30415646362306USD
- 2026-10-25: 123.1358152496338USD
- 2026-10-26: 123.592393460083USD
- 2026-10-27: 552.2566873657227USD
- 2026-10-28: 125.37411886291504USD
- 2026-10-29: 126.17445098724365USD
- 2026-10-30: 178.53983728637695USD
- 2026-10-31: 176.59018240356446USD
- 2026-11-01: 124.15393645629882USD
- 2026-11-02: 123.1358152496338USD
- 2026-11-03: 125.05923336639404USD
- 2026-11-04: 124.63938308410644USD
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.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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; cash is not accepted
- 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
- Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance to request a room on a floor with elevator service.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 5.00 for children
- Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
Parking
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Tour desk
Dry cleaning
Services
Tour desk
Dry cleaning
Housekeeping
Banquet facilities
Currency exchange
Safe-deposit box
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Self laundry
24-Hour Front Desk
Concierge Services
Activities
Garden
Golf course (nearby)
Cycling
Hiking
Outdoor Furniture
Terrace
General
Room service
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Packed lunches
Breakfast in the room
Allergy-free room available
Family room
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Parking
Parking
Free parking
Electric car charging station
Parking (Limited)
Parking Onsite
Internet
Free wi-fi