The Ship Inn

Name: The Ship Inn
Address: The Ship Inn, The Toft, Elie, Leven, Elie, Leven, Scotland, United Kingdom, Elie, Fife, United Kingdom
Rating: 9.57

"Loved the food"

"Great location"

"Rooms were clean and comfortable"

"Spacious rooms"

"Staff were helpful and professional"

"Stunning views"

Amenities

Parking
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Garden
Golf Course (nearby)

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Property description

Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the complimentary area shuttle.

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Guest reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Based on 203 verified reviews

Facilities

9.6

Cleanliness

9.7

Rooms

9.8

Service

9.6

Location

9.8

Dining

9.8

Who stays here?

Business

28%

Couple

72%

Halee

1 Oct 2025

Stayed 1 night

Absolutely stunning views in such a unique, charming property. I didn’t want to check out.

Gillian

17 Sept 2025

Stayed 1 night

Beautiful location and fab food

Beth

14 Apr 2025

Stayed 1 night

Beautiful view of the harbour and wonderful restaurant for dinner

Suzy

16 Nov 2023

Stayed 1 night

This property is excellent, beautiful, 5 star hotel in the middle of a tiny town, disguised as a quaint little hotel. Everything is excellent, room, service, staff all beyond expectations. Loved it!!!

Steve

17 Oct 2023

Stayed 1 night

Cozy and welcoming coastal Inn.

The Ship Inn, The Toft, Elie, Leven, Elie, Leven, Scotland, United Kingdom

Location

With a stay at The Ship Inn in Leven, you'll be on the beach, just a 2-minute walk from Wood Haven and 8 minutes by foot from Elie Beach. This beach inn is 13.3 mi (21.4 km) from Old Course at St Andrews and 13.7 mi (22.1 km) from University of St. Andrews.

Wood Haven(0.1 Miles)

Elie Beach(0.4 Miles)

Shell Bay(2.3 Miles)

St Monans Heritage Collection(2.6 Miles)

Anstruther Golf Club(5.2 Miles)

Billow Ness Beach(5.4 Miles)

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Property policies

Check-in instructions

Everything you need to know for a smooth check-in.

Check-in

Check-out

From 16:00 to 23:00

Before 11:00

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Additional policies and info about this property.

Optional extras

Additional paid services you can request.

FAQs

Parking is available at the property. Details regarding the type of parking (private/public, on-site/off-site, covered/uncovered) are not specified. It is advisable to check for any associated costs and whether a reservation is required.

A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.

The property allows pets in specific rooms only, with a maximum fee of GBP 15 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Guests are encouraged to contact the property directly to arrange for bringing pets.

Check-in is from 4:00 PM until 11:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and guests should contact the property in advance for arrangements.

The property is located on the beach, just a 2-minute walk from Wood Haven and 8 minutes by foot from Elie Beach. It is approximately 13.3 miles from the Old Course at St Andrews and 13.7 miles from the University of St. Andrews.

Children are allowed at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified, so guests should confirm directly with the property for specific age policies.

The property offers rollaway beds at a fee of GBP 15 per day. Guests must contact the property in advance to reserve cribs or extra beds, as availability is subject to confirmation.

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