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Bythesea Guest House

4.0 star property
Sun and fun on the beach, near Ayr Beach

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Porch
On the beach
Classic Twin Room
Restaurant
VIP Access

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is €77
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 10.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Double Room

Economy Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 10.00 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Triple Room

Family Triple Room

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Classic Twin Room

Classic Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 10.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Superior Triple Room

Superior Triple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 26.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
16 Queens Terrace, Ayr, Scotland, KA7 1DU

What's nearby

  • Ayr Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Low Green - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Ayr Town Hall - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ayr Racecourse - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Brig O'Doon - 7 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Ayr Station - 17 min walk
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The West Kirk - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Marcos Chippy - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Boswells - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Treehouse - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cecchinis Restaurant - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Bythesea Guest House

Upscale guest house near Ayr Beach
Located close to Ayr Racecourse and Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Bythesea Guest House provides a terrace. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this guest house include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • A front desk safe, a TV in reception and luggage storage
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 12 per person

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
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Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 10
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 10
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.0 per day

Payment types at the property

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Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 12 per person
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bythesea Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bythesea Guest House?

As of 11 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bythesea Guest House on 16 Mar 2025 start from €77.23, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Bythesea Guest House?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Bythesea Guest House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 10 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Bythesea Guest House?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 10 (subject to availability).

Where is Bythesea Guest House located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ayr guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ayr Beach and Ayr Racecourse. Robert Burns Birthplace Museum and Brig O'Doon are also within 3 mi (5 km). Ayr Station is 17 minutes by foot and Newton-on-Ayr Station is 23 minutes.

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Bythesea Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 121 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

david

Bythesea was great value for money room was spotless with a fridge , safe all included breakfast was outstanding , plenty of healthy options along with full English option both Wilson & Julie were so friendly & accomodating thank you
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy

It was lovely and clean and the breakfast was superb
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

A very pleasant short stay. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leo

Great stay
The place was beautiful, clean and the owners were so nice with an amazing breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Lovely house and lovely hosts. We had the buffet breakfast, which was good, small shower, but adequate for a few nights stay. Everything we needed. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

gillian

The host were great snd breakfast was unteal
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Highly recommended
A very comfy stay in a lovely house. Beautifully renovated and decorated. Superb breakfast. Friendly hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doe

Perfect Bythesea
The house we beautiful and my room was perfect! I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

10/10
Amazing Guest house , hosts are terrific! Spotlessly clean, all amenities you could want , breakfast superb , I cannot recommend it enough!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Lovely B and B. Couldn’t fault it .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pat and Nora

EXCELLENT LOCATION AND VERY COMFORTABLE
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

4 in a bed
Amazing clean immaculate condition property.. room was outstanding and modern.. very friendly hosts who would win four in a bed easily
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terence

I really enjoyed my stay. The breakfast was amazing and Julie & Wilson are very welcoming. The breakfast routine is simple, pick a time, what you want to eat and prepare to be wowed. The bed was very comfy and little touches like hot chocolate in the room, very much appreciated. I used the hotel as a base for my exploration of the west coast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Old world charm with new bright contemporary rooms! Outstanding and a welcome retreat by the sea!!
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Farzaneh

Perfect
Amazing people, lovely room, very close to the sea, our second stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

10 out of 10
The hosts were fabulous! I can highly recommend this guest house ! Absolutely nothing is overlooked! Spotlessly clean! Excellent Breakfast!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Beautiful Guest House
Beautiful guest house just a couple of minutes from the long sandy beach in Ayr. Fantastic location for walking and just a few minutes to the town center. Our room was pristine, it even had its own small fridge, with a bottle of chilled water and fresh milk. The room also has a microwave. There's a choice of cooked breakfast, which was just perfect.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Lovely owners, delicious breakfast, great lounge
Lovely owners, delicious breakfast and great living room space with Sky Sports. Only downside was the layout of my particular bathroom, which didn’t have much legroom when you were sat on the toilet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

The whole time we felt welcomed in this beautifully appointed guesthouse. So comfortable, with everything we needed. The breakfast - wow! Splendid! And they provided some blackcurrant jam, specially for me, very happy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fred

We hand our granddaughter(6)with us and she loved it. You are near the beach, play area and the town centre. The room was great and had everything and more for our stay, would certainly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Absolutely loved my stay here! I was warming welcomed by Wilson on arrival and given everything I needed. The room was exceptional, spotlessly clean and had everything anyone would need! The bed was so comfortable! Superb freshly made breakfast in the morning with a range of cereals, yogurts, fruit, toast etc. I’ll definitely be back! Thank you for being amazing hosts!

8/10 Good

Paulo

I would highlight the property architecture, the decoration, and in terms of comfort the quality of the cotton of our bedding. Our breakfast was cooked to a good standard, the products tasted good and were sourced locally. The options beside the breakfast range from protein bars, to actimel, options that were new to myself.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

A fab stay!!!
A fab stay!!! A and very friendly welcome and stay throughout from Wilson and Julie at bythesea which is situated close to the beach and within easy walking distance to the town. Our room and en suite were both spotlessly clean. Our room was cosily warm with a super comfy bed, quality bedding and large bath sheet towels. Breakfast was beautifully presented and consistently cooked to the highest standard with quality produce. Kept us full all day until our evening meal ! On street parking was easy with a free permit provided and the street is very quiet. We would definitely recommend staying here and will do again ourselves when next visiting Ayr.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liz

We decided last minute to look for an overnight stay to celebrate our wedding anniversary. I found this property was available & what a find. I received a text from Wilson introducing himself asking when we would’ve arriving. When booking it stated check in from 3:30pm. Wilson advised that our room would be available at 12pm. I found this a very nice touch. We arrived & Wilson made us feel very welcome & provided us with a parking permit. The room is exactly as the pictures show. We had a great night sleep. The breakfast this morning made by Julie was amazing, so much so we didn’t need a lunch. We would definitely recommend BytheSea & will make a point of returning. Beautiful guest house with very friendly hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022