South Beach Hotel
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$143
/ night
About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this hotel include wedding services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a picnic area.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this hotel include wedding services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a picnic area.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at the hotel's restaurant, Conservatory Restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is included.
Rooms
Stay in one of 32 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
When you stay at The South Beach Hotel in Troon, you'll be next to a golf course, just steps from Treasure Trails and Dundonald Castle. This golf hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Troon Beach and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Troon Links Golf Course.
What's nearby
Treasure Trails(0.1 miles)
Troon Beach(0.2 miles)
Dundonald Castle(0.2 miles)
Troon Links Golf Course(0.4 miles)
Royal Troon Golf Club(0.5 miles)
The gallery Troon(0.6 miles)
Troon Yacht Haven(0.9 miles)
TryKiteSurfing(1.2 miles)
Barassie Beach(1.2 miles)
Prestwick Beach(1.9 miles)
Kilmarnock Barassie Golf Club(2.1 miles)
Irvine Beach(2.6 miles)
Prestwick Golf Club(2.8 miles)
Dundonald Links(4.6 miles)
Kidz Play(5.4 miles)
Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick)(4.2 miles)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)(33.9 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Service
Dry Cleaning
Housekeeping
Location
73 South Beach, Troon, Scotland, United Kingdom
Treasure Trails (0.1 miles)
Troon Beach (0.2 miles)
Dundonald Castle (0.2 miles)
Troon Links Golf Course (0.4 miles)
Royal Troon Golf Club (0.5 miles)
The gallery Troon (0.6 miles)
Room options
5
Standard Double Or Twin Room, Sea View
Room details
1 Full Bed
and 1 Twin Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
5
Standard Double Room, Sea View
Room details
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
5
Classic Double Or Twin Room, Garden View
Room details
1 Full Bed
and 1 Twin Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private BathroomPatio
5
Standard Double Or Twin Room, Garden View
Room details
1 Full Bed
and 1 Twin Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
6
Superior Double Or Twin Room
Room details
1 Full Bed
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
6
Club Twin Room, Garden View
Room details
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
9
Standard Double Or Twin Room
Room details
1 Full Bed
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
6
Standard Twin Room
Room details
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
5
Standard Double Room
Room details
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of South Beach Hotel
8.9
Fabulous
Based on 513 verified reviews
What guests think
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At South Beach Hotel, reviewers consistently praise the welcoming, locally rooted staff and satisfying food, while noting comfortable, often spacious rooms with sea or garden views, a traditional feel, and a convenient setting near the beach, town, and golf.
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At South Beach Hotel, reviewers consistently praise the welcoming, locally rooted staff and satisfying food, while noting comfortable, often spacious rooms with sea or garden views, a traditional feel, and a convenient setting near the beach, town, and golf.
Facilities include traditional bars and lounges and pleasant garden or patio areas, though several mention there is no lift. Some areas and furnishings feel dated, and a few rooms have weak showers or noisy bathroom fans; occasional nighttime noise is reported. Cleanliness is generally strong, though a few note patio upkeep or corridor clutter. Expect a friendly, old fashioned stay with good meals in a coastal location.
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Facilities
Guests highlight the bar and lounges and garden or patio areas. Several mention there is no lift.
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8
Gladys
May 19, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Staff extremely friendly and helpful. Had a good sized ground floor room with small patio leading on to a garden which is a very family friendly area. If patios were cleaned up e.g. sprayed with Wet and Forget and tables wiped it would make a huge difference because everything else is clean and well cared for. Well situated for walks along the beach and into town.
Staff extremely friendly and helpful. Had a good sized ground floor room with small patio leading on to a garden which is a very family friendly area. If patios were cleaned up e.g. sprayed with Wet and Forget and tables wiped it would make a huge difference because everything else is clean and well cared for. Well situated for walks along the beach and into town.
8
Beverly
Jun 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely sunny breakfast room, good selection of breakfast options; my room requires lots of stairs to second floor (3 flights)
Lovely sunny breakfast room, good selection of breakfast options; my room requires lots of stairs to second floor (3 flights)
10
Carl
Nov 7, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Not my first visit to this hotel and definitely won't be my last. From the moment I walked through the front door to the moment I left my stay was made as comfortable and pleasant as possible by the welcoming, professional staff. This hotel has excellent olde world charm by the yard as you will see from exploring the corridors which lead you through the bars and lounges this hotel has to offer. Comfortable clean room, opted for the sea view, with good size bathroom. Spacious dining room and an excellent "Scottish" breakfast which set me up nicely for my 580 miles journey home. I'll definitely be back soon.
Not my first visit to this hotel and definitely won't be my last. From the moment I walked through the front door to the moment I left my stay was made as comfortable and pleasant as possible by the welcoming, professional staff. This hotel has excellent olde world charm by the yard as you will see from exploring the corridors which lead you through the bars and lounges this hotel has to offer. Comfortable clean room, opted for the sea view, with good size bathroom. Spacious dining room and an excellent "Scottish" breakfast which set me up nicely for my 580 miles journey home. I'll definitely be back soon.
10
Zerina
Oct 13, 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
The room was amazing. I rang up to try to upgrade but the manager assured me that we had a good room. And it felt like the best. For a standard room [rice we had a large ground floor room with an entrance to a patio and the lovely back garden. The staff were amazing and so helpful , and the breakfast and lunch were excellent.
The room was amazing. I rang up to try to upgrade but the manager assured me that we had a good room. And it felt like the best. For a standard room [rice we had a large ground floor room with an entrance to a patio and the lovely back garden. The staff were amazing and so helpful , and the breakfast and lunch were excellent.
8
Rosemary
Jun 17, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Very friendly and helpful. Im elderly and would have been easier if there had been a lift. Chose hotel as i knew it but just thot there would have had one.. thats my only negative comment..
Very friendly and helpful. Im elderly and would have been easier if there had been a lift. Chose hotel as i knew it but just thot there would have had one.. thats my only negative comment..
10
Gerard
Nov 17, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
We had a lovely room with a nice see view. Only there for one night but enjoyed a couple of drinks in the bar & the breakfast was a great start to the day. All the staff in bar, reception & dinning room were friendly & helpful....all with smiles on their faces & happy to chat.
We had a lovely room with a nice see view. Only there for one night but enjoyed a couple of drinks in the bar & the breakfast was a great start to the day. All the staff in bar, reception & dinning room were friendly & helpful....all with smiles on their faces & happy to chat.
6
Stephanie
Apr 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Had to go searching for someone to check in, then again later to find someone to serve a drink at the bar. Room is clean and tidy with an effort made to update it with new curtains and bed throw, but furniture is old and mostly orange pine, stained and marked. Paintwork is chipped and marked and generally tired I had a view of a wall from my bedroom window. Bathroom fan is incredibly noisy and bathroom fittings are also dated. When I asked I was told the WiFi doesn't work this end of the building. Not much help as I wanted to do some work. The bed was rock hard, sleeping on a bench would have been more comfortable. Food was good, fresh, well cooked and interesting, though when I asked in the bar for a menu, I was told someone would bring one to me which I found strange. Wine was reasonably priced.
Had to go searching for someone to check in, then again later to find someone to serve a drink at the bar. Room is clean and tidy with an effort made to update it with new curtains and bed throw, but furniture is old and mostly orange pine, stained and marked. Paintwork is chipped and marked and generally tired I had a view of a wall from my bedroom window. Bathroom fan is incredibly noisy and bathroom fittings are also dated. When I asked I was told the WiFi doesn't work this end of the building. Not much help as I wanted to do some work. The bed was rock hard, sleeping on a bench would have been more comfortable. Food was good, fresh, well cooked and interesting, though when I asked in the bar for a menu, I was told someone would bring one to me which I found strange. Wine was reasonably priced.
6
Gerald
Apr 4, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
We really enjoyed the area and the common areas. However, the furnishings in the room were in poor condition. The common areas, dining and pub were great
We really enjoyed the area and the common areas. However, the furnishings in the room were in poor condition. The common areas, dining and pub were great
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Cleanliness
Reviews frequently describe clean rooms and well maintained spaces. Minor criticisms include patio upkeep, corridor clutter, and some tired furnishings or chipped paint.
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10
Geoff
Jan 31, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Really friendly staff with great food & neat & tidy facilities
Really friendly staff with great food & neat & tidy facilities
8
Gladys
May 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff extremely friendly and helpful. Had a good sized ground floor room with small patio leading on to a garden which is a very family friendly area. If patios were cleaned up e.g. sprayed with Wet and Forget and tables wiped it would make a huge difference because everything else is clean and well cared for. Well situated for walks along the beach and into town.
Staff extremely friendly and helpful. Had a good sized ground floor room with small patio leading on to a garden which is a very family friendly area. If patios were cleaned up e.g. sprayed with Wet and Forget and tables wiped it would make a huge difference because everything else is clean and well cared for. Well situated for walks along the beach and into town.
10
Geoff
Nov 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was nice, clean & spacious. Staff were friendly & very polite
Room was nice, clean & spacious. Staff were friendly & very polite
10
John
Mar 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Plenty of off street parking, clean and well maintained and a quiet room. Will stay there again. Many thanks.
Plenty of off street parking, clean and well maintained and a quiet room. Will stay there again. Many thanks.
10
Laura
Feb 11, 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Very friendly and helpful staff. My room was beautiful, luxuriously finished and very generously sized, including the bathroom which had a full size bath with shower over the top. The bed was clean, comfy and warm. The breakfast was very tasty and they were happy to accommodate my needs for a gluten free meal.
Very friendly and helpful staff. My room was beautiful, luxuriously finished and very generously sized, including the bathroom which had a full size bath with shower over the top. The bed was clean, comfy and warm. The breakfast was very tasty and they were happy to accommodate my needs for a gluten free meal.
8
COLIN
Aug 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice hotel, clean , friendly staff and good food
Nice hotel, clean , friendly staff and good food
8
Michael
May 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice tidy place to stay food lovely , very good breakfast
Nice tidy place to stay food lovely , very good breakfast
6
Stephanie
Apr 1, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Had to go searching for someone to check in, then again later to find someone to serve a drink at the bar. Room is clean and tidy with an effort made to update it with new curtains and bed throw, but furniture is old and mostly orange pine, stained and marked. Paintwork is chipped and marked and generally tired I had a view of a wall from my bedroom window. Bathroom fan is incredibly noisy and bathroom fittings are also dated. When I asked I was told the WiFi doesn't work this end of the building. Not much help as I wanted to do some work. The bed was rock hard, sleeping on a bench would have been more comfortable. Food was good, fresh, well cooked and interesting, though when I asked in the bar for a menu, I was told someone would bring one to me which I found strange. Wine was reasonably priced.
Had to go searching for someone to check in, then again later to find someone to serve a drink at the bar. Room is clean and tidy with an effort made to update it with new curtains and bed throw, but furniture is old and mostly orange pine, stained and marked. Paintwork is chipped and marked and generally tired I had a view of a wall from my bedroom window. Bathroom fan is incredibly noisy and bathroom fittings are also dated. When I asked I was told the WiFi doesn't work this end of the building. Not much help as I wanted to do some work. The bed was rock hard, sleeping on a bench would have been more comfortable. Food was good, fresh, well cooked and interesting, though when I asked in the bar for a menu, I was told someone would bring one to me which I found strange. Wine was reasonably priced.
6
Gerald
Apr 4, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
We really enjoyed the area and the common areas. However, the furnishings in the room were in poor condition. The common areas, dining and pub were great
We really enjoyed the area and the common areas. However, the furnishings in the room were in poor condition. The common areas, dining and pub were great
10
Sally
Dec 21, 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
We thoroughly enjoyed our short stay at South Beach Hotel. Our room was spacious and the bed was very comfortable. All staff were warm and friendly and quick to help. The food was plentiful and freshly cooked - a real treat to be served fresh at breakfast, instead of the usual tired buffet. This is a family run hotel that seems to serve and be loved by the local community, not a faceless chain. The only criticism, only very minor, would be that there seemed be ‘stuff’ around in the corridors when cleaning, and a bit of a clutter of extra furniture. in such areas.
We thoroughly enjoyed our short stay at South Beach Hotel. Our room was spacious and the bed was very comfortable. All staff were warm and friendly and quick to help. The food was plentiful and freshly cooked - a real treat to be served fresh at breakfast, instead of the usual tired buffet. This is a family run hotel that seems to serve and be loved by the local community, not a faceless chain. The only criticism, only very minor, would be that there seemed be ‘stuff’ around in the corridors when cleaning, and a bit of a clutter of extra furniture. in such areas.
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Rooms
Many find rooms spacious and comfortable, with some sea or garden views and ground floor patios. Downsides include dated decor, some weak or not very warm showers and noisy bathroom fans, and occasional noise from other guests.
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10
John
Mar 17, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff were friendly and helpful. The room was a good size and very clean. If I had to find a fault, I wish the showers could be warmer and more powerful. But would definitely recommend and would go back again.
The staff were friendly and helpful. The room was a good size and very clean. If I had to find a fault, I wish the showers could be warmer and more powerful. But would definitely recommend and would go back again.
10
Carl
Nov 7, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Not my first visit to this hotel and definitely won't be my last. From the moment I walked through the front door to the moment I left my stay was made as comfortable and pleasant as possible by the welcoming, professional staff. This hotel has excellent olde world charm by the yard as you will see from exploring the corridors which lead you through the bars and lounges this hotel has to offer. Comfortable clean room, opted for the sea view, with good size bathroom. Spacious dining room and an excellent "Scottish" breakfast which set me up nicely for my 580 miles journey home. I'll definitely be back soon.
Not my first visit to this hotel and definitely won't be my last. From the moment I walked through the front door to the moment I left my stay was made as comfortable and pleasant as possible by the welcoming, professional staff. This hotel has excellent olde world charm by the yard as you will see from exploring the corridors which lead you through the bars and lounges this hotel has to offer. Comfortable clean room, opted for the sea view, with good size bathroom. Spacious dining room and an excellent "Scottish" breakfast which set me up nicely for my 580 miles journey home. I'll definitely be back soon.
8
lin
Mar 14, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
There were very loud voices very early on the first night . There was a lot of loud banging above late on the second night so peaceful sleep was a problem
There were very loud voices very early on the first night . There was a lot of loud banging above late on the second night so peaceful sleep was a problem
10
John
Sep 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I’ve got to say the staff were second to none. I had an appointment at 1pm and due to a missed train connection got to the hotel at 12.50. They went out of their way to make sure I was there on time. All the staff I encountered were very friendly and the night porter was great. He had a very exuberant crowd in until 4am and managed them really well. If I have to find something to improve on, it would be the shower in my room. Not very powerful and not particularly warm. But that was minor and made up for by the fact I had a great view of Ailsa Craig.
I’ve got to say the staff were second to none. I had an appointment at 1pm and due to a missed train connection got to the hotel at 12.50. They went out of their way to make sure I was there on time. All the staff I encountered were very friendly and the night porter was great. He had a very exuberant crowd in until 4am and managed them really well. If I have to find something to improve on, it would be the shower in my room. Not very powerful and not particularly warm. But that was minor and made up for by the fact I had a great view of Ailsa Craig.
10
Zerina
Oct 13, 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
The room was amazing. I rang up to try to upgrade but the manager assured me that we had a good room. And it felt like the best. For a standard room [rice we had a large ground floor room with an entrance to a patio and the lovely back garden. The staff were amazing and so helpful , and the breakfast and lunch were excellent.
The room was amazing. I rang up to try to upgrade but the manager assured me that we had a good room. And it felt like the best. For a standard room [rice we had a large ground floor room with an entrance to a patio and the lovely back garden. The staff were amazing and so helpful , and the breakfast and lunch were excellent.
10
Gerard
Nov 17, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
We had a lovely room with a nice see view. Only there for one night but enjoyed a couple of drinks in the bar & the breakfast was a great start to the day. All the staff in bar, reception & dinning room were friendly & helpful....all with smiles on their faces & happy to chat.
We had a lovely room with a nice see view. Only there for one night but enjoyed a couple of drinks in the bar & the breakfast was a great start to the day. All the staff in bar, reception & dinning room were friendly & helpful....all with smiles on their faces & happy to chat.
8
Sheena
Dec 20, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Shower needing an upgrade. Bathroom window allowed cold air in(needing replacing or ew sealant)
Shower needing an upgrade. Bathroom window allowed cold air in(needing replacing or ew sealant)
10
Laura
Feb 11, 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Very friendly and helpful staff. My room was beautiful, luxuriously finished and very generously sized, including the bathroom which had a full size bath with shower over the top. The bed was clean, comfy and warm. The breakfast was very tasty and they were happy to accommodate my needs for a gluten free meal.
Very friendly and helpful staff. My room was beautiful, luxuriously finished and very generously sized, including the bathroom which had a full size bath with shower over the top. The bed was clean, comfy and warm. The breakfast was very tasty and they were happy to accommodate my needs for a gluten free meal.
6
Stephanie
Apr 1, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Had to go searching for someone to check in, then again later to find someone to serve a drink at the bar. Room is clean and tidy with an effort made to update it with new curtains and bed throw, but furniture is old and mostly orange pine, stained and marked. Paintwork is chipped and marked and generally tired I had a view of a wall from my bedroom window. Bathroom fan is incredibly noisy and bathroom fittings are also dated. When I asked I was told the WiFi doesn't work this end of the building. Not much help as I wanted to do some work. The bed was rock hard, sleeping on a bench would have been more comfortable. Food was good, fresh, well cooked and interesting, though when I asked in the bar for a menu, I was told someone would bring one to me which I found strange. Wine was reasonably priced.
Had to go searching for someone to check in, then again later to find someone to serve a drink at the bar. Room is clean and tidy with an effort made to update it with new curtains and bed throw, but furniture is old and mostly orange pine, stained and marked. Paintwork is chipped and marked and generally tired I had a view of a wall from my bedroom window. Bathroom fan is incredibly noisy and bathroom fittings are also dated. When I asked I was told the WiFi doesn't work this end of the building. Not much help as I wanted to do some work. The bed was rock hard, sleeping on a bench would have been more comfortable. Food was good, fresh, well cooked and interesting, though when I asked in the bar for a menu, I was told someone would bring one to me which I found strange. Wine was reasonably priced.
10
Sally
Dec 21, 2022
·
Stayed 3 nights
We thoroughly enjoyed our short stay at South Beach Hotel. Our room was spacious and the bed was very comfortable. All staff were warm and friendly and quick to help. The food was plentiful and freshly cooked - a real treat to be served fresh at breakfast, instead of the usual tired buffet. This is a family run hotel that seems to serve and be loved by the local community, not a faceless chain. The only criticism, only very minor, would be that there seemed be ‘stuff’ around in the corridors when cleaning, and a bit of a clutter of extra furniture. in such areas.
We thoroughly enjoyed our short stay at South Beach Hotel. Our room was spacious and the bed was very comfortable. All staff were warm and friendly and quick to help. The food was plentiful and freshly cooked - a real treat to be served fresh at breakfast, instead of the usual tired buffet. This is a family run hotel that seems to serve and be loved by the local community, not a faceless chain. The only criticism, only very minor, would be that there seemed be ‘stuff’ around in the corridors when cleaning, and a bit of a clutter of extra furniture. in such areas.
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Service
Service is widely praised as friendly, welcoming, and helpful, with staff going out of their way and a night porter managing late crowds. A few guests reported delays finding staff at check in or at the bar.
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10
Ian
Apr 9, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very good staff very helpful
Very good staff very helpful
10
joanne
Sep 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Amazing welcoming staff in all areas - delicious bar food and al la carte Rooms comfy, loud bathroom fan which you have to turn on as no window but for what we needed close to the races and anyone playing golf with the beach and sea a stone throw away - highly recommend
Amazing welcoming staff in all areas - delicious bar food and al la carte Rooms comfy, loud bathroom fan which you have to turn on as no window but for what we needed close to the races and anyone playing golf with the beach and sea a stone throw away - highly recommend
10
Carl
Nov 7, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Not my first visit to this hotel and definitely won't be my last. From the moment I walked through the front door to the moment I left my stay was made as comfortable and pleasant as possible by the welcoming, professional staff. This hotel has excellent olde world charm by the yard as you will see from exploring the corridors which lead you through the bars and lounges this hotel has to offer. Comfortable clean room, opted for the sea view, with good size bathroom. Spacious dining room and an excellent "Scottish" breakfast which set me up nicely for my 580 miles journey home. I'll definitely be back soon.
Not my first visit to this hotel and definitely won't be my last. From the moment I walked through the front door to the moment I left my stay was made as comfortable and pleasant as possible by the welcoming, professional staff. This hotel has excellent olde world charm by the yard as you will see from exploring the corridors which lead you through the bars and lounges this hotel has to offer. Comfortable clean room, opted for the sea view, with good size bathroom. Spacious dining room and an excellent "Scottish" breakfast which set me up nicely for my 580 miles journey home. I'll definitely be back soon.
10
Daniel
Jun 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice greeting when we arrived.
Very nice greeting when we arrived.
8
Marcus
Aug 6, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Service is what sets this hotel apart. The beds could be bigger. The location is great.
Service is what sets this hotel apart. The beds could be bigger. The location is great.
10
Peter
Oct 6, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was so friendly. Felt at home!
Staff was so friendly. Felt at home!
10
John
Sep 29, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
I’ve got to say the staff were second to none. I had an appointment at 1pm and due to a missed train connection got to the hotel at 12.50. They went out of their way to make sure I was there on time. All the staff I encountered were very friendly and the night porter was great. He had a very exuberant crowd in until 4am and managed them really well. If I have to find something to improve on, it would be the shower in my room. Not very powerful and not particularly warm. But that was minor and made up for by the fact I had a great view of Ailsa Craig.
I’ve got to say the staff were second to none. I had an appointment at 1pm and due to a missed train connection got to the hotel at 12.50. They went out of their way to make sure I was there on time. All the staff I encountered were very friendly and the night porter was great. He had a very exuberant crowd in until 4am and managed them really well. If I have to find something to improve on, it would be the shower in my room. Not very powerful and not particularly warm. But that was minor and made up for by the fact I had a great view of Ailsa Craig.
10
Mr John P
Oct 9, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Very helpful and friendly staff lovely food
Very helpful and friendly staff lovely food
10
Simon
Sep 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Love this place especially the staff. Very friendly welcome. Really good spot.
Love this place especially the staff. Very friendly welcome. Really good spot.
6
Stephanie
Apr 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Had to go searching for someone to check in, then again later to find someone to serve a drink at the bar. Room is clean and tidy with an effort made to update it with new curtains and bed throw, but furniture is old and mostly orange pine, stained and marked. Paintwork is chipped and marked and generally tired I had a view of a wall from my bedroom window. Bathroom fan is incredibly noisy and bathroom fittings are also dated. When I asked I was told the WiFi doesn't work this end of the building. Not much help as I wanted to do some work. The bed was rock hard, sleeping on a bench would have been more comfortable. Food was good, fresh, well cooked and interesting, though when I asked in the bar for a menu, I was told someone would bring one to me which I found strange. Wine was reasonably priced.
Had to go searching for someone to check in, then again later to find someone to serve a drink at the bar. Room is clean and tidy with an effort made to update it with new curtains and bed throw, but furniture is old and mostly orange pine, stained and marked. Paintwork is chipped and marked and generally tired I had a view of a wall from my bedroom window. Bathroom fan is incredibly noisy and bathroom fittings are also dated. When I asked I was told the WiFi doesn't work this end of the building. Not much help as I wanted to do some work. The bed was rock hard, sleeping on a bench would have been more comfortable. Food was good, fresh, well cooked and interesting, though when I asked in the bar for a menu, I was told someone would bring one to me which I found strange. Wine was reasonably priced.
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Location
Convenient for the beach, town, and Royal Troon golf, with pleasant coastal views from some rooms. Guests often mention easy walks and a nice setting.
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Gladys
May 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff extremely friendly and helpful. Had a good sized ground floor room with small patio leading on to a garden which is a very family friendly area. If patios were cleaned up e.g. sprayed with Wet and Forget and tables wiped it would make a huge difference because everything else is clean and well cared for. Well situated for walks along the beach and into town.
Staff extremely friendly and helpful. Had a good sized ground floor room with small patio leading on to a garden which is a very family friendly area. If patios were cleaned up e.g. sprayed with Wet and Forget and tables wiped it would make a huge difference because everything else is clean and well cared for. Well situated for walks along the beach and into town.
10
joanne
Sep 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Amazing welcoming staff in all areas - delicious bar food and al la carte Rooms comfy, loud bathroom fan which you have to turn on as no window but for what we needed close to the races and anyone playing golf with the beach and sea a stone throw away - highly recommend
Amazing welcoming staff in all areas - delicious bar food and al la carte Rooms comfy, loud bathroom fan which you have to turn on as no window but for what we needed close to the races and anyone playing golf with the beach and sea a stone throw away - highly recommend
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Joseph
Sep 28, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This is an older property but being so close to the Royal Troon Golf Club, it is a firm favorite with visiting golfers. I love the staff. The SB Hotel has hired local people over the last 70 years I have visited.
This is an older property but being so close to the Royal Troon Golf Club, it is a firm favorite with visiting golfers. I love the staff. The SB Hotel has hired local people over the last 70 years I have visited.
10
Geoff
May 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great hotel in a lovely town
Great hotel in a lovely town
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Anna
Oct 5, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great friendly staff, lovely location
Great friendly staff, lovely location
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Rhona
Aug 9, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Best dog friendly hotel stayed at, room was clean bright & spacious with wee sea view but wee bit dated, staff were excellent, friendly but professional, very attentive nothing was too much trouble Mackenzie even had sausages fir his breakfast, evening meal was superb, was fish special & they served cocktails m, beach 2 min walk, town centre 10 min walk
Best dog friendly hotel stayed at, room was clean bright & spacious with wee sea view but wee bit dated, staff were excellent, friendly but professional, very attentive nothing was too much trouble Mackenzie even had sausages fir his breakfast, evening meal was superb, was fish special & they served cocktails m, beach 2 min walk, town centre 10 min walk
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Freida
Aug 5, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Location for party and golf
Location for party and golf
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Marcus
Aug 6, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Service is what sets this hotel apart. The beds could be bigger. The location is great.
Service is what sets this hotel apart. The beds could be bigger. The location is great.
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william
Sep 26, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
A great place to stay. A short walk to the beach and some amazing views of all the islands off in the distance. The village offers some shopping and restaurants, but would definitely recommend eat at the hotel the food was great. I would recommend staying here.
A great place to stay. A short walk to the beach and some amazing views of all the islands off in the distance. The village offers some shopping and restaurants, but would definitely recommend eat at the hotel the food was great. I would recommend staying here.
10
Simon
Sep 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Love this place especially the staff. Very friendly welcome. Really good spot.
Love this place especially the staff. Very friendly welcome. Really good spot.
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Dining
Food is consistently praised, with hearty, freshly cooked breakfasts and tasty bar and a la carte options; several mention excellent fish dishes.
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joanne
Sep 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Amazing welcoming staff in all areas - delicious bar food and al la carte Rooms comfy, loud bathroom fan which you have to turn on as no window but for what we needed close to the races and anyone playing golf with the beach and sea a stone throw away - highly recommend
Amazing welcoming staff in all areas - delicious bar food and al la carte Rooms comfy, loud bathroom fan which you have to turn on as no window but for what we needed close to the races and anyone playing golf with the beach and sea a stone throw away - highly recommend
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James
Sep 6, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
excellent staff and good food
excellent staff and good food
10
Carl
Nov 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Not my first visit to this hotel and definitely won't be my last. From the moment I walked through the front door to the moment I left my stay was made as comfortable and pleasant as possible by the welcoming, professional staff. This hotel has excellent olde world charm by the yard as you will see from exploring the corridors which lead you through the bars and lounges this hotel has to offer. Comfortable clean room, opted for the sea view, with good size bathroom. Spacious dining room and an excellent "Scottish" breakfast which set me up nicely for my 580 miles journey home. I'll definitely be back soon.
Not my first visit to this hotel and definitely won't be my last. From the moment I walked through the front door to the moment I left my stay was made as comfortable and pleasant as possible by the welcoming, professional staff. This hotel has excellent olde world charm by the yard as you will see from exploring the corridors which lead you through the bars and lounges this hotel has to offer. Comfortable clean room, opted for the sea view, with good size bathroom. Spacious dining room and an excellent "Scottish" breakfast which set me up nicely for my 580 miles journey home. I'll definitely be back soon.
10
Judy
Aug 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful, friendly staff and delicious food. Great location as well. Just one piece of advice, hooks to hang up towels in the bathroom would be greatly appreciated.
Wonderful, friendly staff and delicious food. Great location as well. Just one piece of advice, hooks to hang up towels in the bathroom would be greatly appreciated.
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John
May 17, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice hotel but a bit dated and tired. They have a good chef and evening meals are good with an excellent selection especially fish and sea food.
Nice hotel but a bit dated and tired. They have a good chef and evening meals are good with an excellent selection especially fish and sea food.
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william
Sep 26, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
A great place to stay. A short walk to the beach and some amazing views of all the islands off in the distance. The village offers some shopping and restaurants, but would definitely recommend eat at the hotel the food was great. I would recommend staying here.
A great place to stay. A short walk to the beach and some amazing views of all the islands off in the distance. The village offers some shopping and restaurants, but would definitely recommend eat at the hotel the food was great. I would recommend staying here.
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Zerina
Oct 13, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was amazing. I rang up to try to upgrade but the manager assured me that we had a good room. And it felt like the best. For a standard room [rice we had a large ground floor room with an entrance to a patio and the lovely back garden. The staff were amazing and so helpful , and the breakfast and lunch were excellent.
The room was amazing. I rang up to try to upgrade but the manager assured me that we had a good room. And it felt like the best. For a standard room [rice we had a large ground floor room with an entrance to a patio and the lovely back garden. The staff were amazing and so helpful , and the breakfast and lunch were excellent.
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Gerard
Nov 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We had a lovely room with a nice see view. Only there for one night but enjoyed a couple of drinks in the bar & the breakfast was a great start to the day. All the staff in bar, reception & dinning room were friendly & helpful....all with smiles on their faces & happy to chat.
We had a lovely room with a nice see view. Only there for one night but enjoyed a couple of drinks in the bar & the breakfast was a great start to the day. All the staff in bar, reception & dinning room were friendly & helpful....all with smiles on their faces & happy to chat.
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Mr John P
Oct 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very helpful and friendly staff lovely food
Very helpful and friendly staff lovely food
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Laura
Feb 11, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly and helpful staff. My room was beautiful, luxuriously finished and very generously sized, including the bathroom which had a full size bath with shower over the top. The bed was clean, comfy and warm. The breakfast was very tasty and they were happy to accommodate my needs for a gluten free meal.
Very friendly and helpful staff. My room was beautiful, luxuriously finished and very generously sized, including the bathroom which had a full size bath with shower over the top. The bed was clean, comfy and warm. The breakfast was very tasty and they were happy to accommodate my needs for a gluten free meal.
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Laura
Feb 11, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly and helpful staff. My room was beautiful, luxuriously finished and very generously sized, including the bathroom which had a full size bath with shower over the top. The bed was clean, comfy and warm. The breakfast was very tasty and they were happy to accommodate my needs for a gluten free meal.
Very friendly and helpful staff. My room was beautiful, luxuriously finished and very generously sized, including the bathroom which had a full size bath with shower over the top. The bed was clean, comfy and warm. The breakfast was very tasty and they were happy to accommodate my needs for a gluten free meal.
FAQs about South Beach Hotel
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site, although it is limited.
What type of breakfast is offered?
A complimentary full breakfast is included for guests.
Does the property allow pets?
Yes, pets are allowed with a fee of GBP 15 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:00, and check-out is by 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas.
What is the location of the property in relation to nearby attractions?
The hotel is located next to a golf course, just steps from Treasure Trails and Dundonald Castle, 0.1 mi from Troon Beach, and 0.4 mi from Troon Links Golf Course.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age, which is not specified.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
Cribs are available for a fee of GBP 10 per night, and rollaway beds are also available for the same fee. Advance request is required for both.
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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
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Pet fee: GBP 15 per accommodation, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10 per night
- Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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