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Rusacks St Andrews

5.0 star property
Georgian hotel with 2 restaurants and free breakfast
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Suite, Balcony (Young Tom Morris)
Golf
2 bars/lounges
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Lobby
VIP Access

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
The price is AU$500
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec

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A perk like food and drink extras, free breakfast, or parking credits
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Room upgrades when available, plus Silver perks

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, Balcony (Young Tom Morris)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, Balcony (Swilcan King or Twin)

Room, Balcony (Swilcan King or Twin)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Room, 2 Double Beds (Rusacks Double Double)

Room, 2 Double Beds (Rusacks Double Double)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Double Room (Rusacks)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, Multiple Beds (Rusacks King or Twin)

Room, Multiple Beds (Rusacks King or Twin)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Double Room (18th View)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room (Links King or Twin)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

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Double Room (Rusacks Junior)

Double Room (Rusacks Junior)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Suite (18th View)

Deluxe Suite (18th View)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Indoor spa tub

Old Course Hotel

Pool
Hot tub
Spa
Parking included
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (945)
The price is AU$541
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Old Course Hotel
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About the area

Map
Pilmour Links, St. Andrews, Scotland, KY16 9JQ

What's nearby

  • University of St. Andrews - 1 min walk
  • Old Course at St Andrews - 2 min walk
  • Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews - 3 min walk
  • St. Andrew's Cathedral - 12 min walk
  • St. Andrews Links - 16 min walk

Getting around

  • Leuchars Station - 8 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪St Andrews Links Clubhouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The One Under - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Tailend Restaurant & Fish Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Rector's Café - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Whey Pat Tavern - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Rusacks St Andrews

Eco-certified hotel by the sea, refurbished in 2021
You can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, an adjacent golf course and a rooftop terrace at Rusacks St Andrews. Get out on the links at this hotel and enjoy amenities such as a restaurant with golf course views. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and local cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Valet parking (surcharge), concierge services and coffee/tea in reception
  • A lift, smoke-free property and wedding services
  • A 24-hour front desk, a banquet hall and bike parking
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 123 individually furnished rooms include comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks, such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and heating

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

Czech, English, French, Italian, Lithuanian, Polish, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Valet parking on site (GBP 35 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • 18
  • One Under Bar
  • The Bridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-width doorways (81 centimetre wide)

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1887
  • Georgian architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 35 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: GBP 35 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 35 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, on-site parking and high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Macdonald Rusacks
Macdonald Rusacks Hotel
Macdonald Rusacks Hotel St. Andrews
Macdonald Rusacks St. Andrews
Rusacks
Rusacks Hotel
Macdonald Rusacks Hotel St. Andrews, Scotland
Macdonald Rusacks St Andrews
Hotel Macdonald Rusacks

Frequently asked questions

Is Rusacks St Andrews pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 35 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Rusacks St Andrews?

As of 18 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rusacks St Andrews on 22 Dec 2024 start from AU$500.02, 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 Rusacks St Andrews?

Valet parking is available for GBP 35 per day.

What time is check-in at Rusacks St Andrews?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Rusacks St Andrews?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Rusacks St Andrews located?

Situated by the sea, this eco-certified hotel is steps away from University of St. Andrews, Old Course at St Andrews and St Andrews - Jubilee Course. Swilken Bridge and Lundin Golf Club are just steps away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 267 out of 335 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 335 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 335 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 335 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 335 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at the Rusacks. Thr room was beautiful and spacious with amazing views over the golf course and beach. Could relax in our room for hours. I had the most comfortable sleep even the pillows were a dream. The staff were all friendly, polite and welcoming. Would highly recommend going at Christmastime. The location is ideal close to the beach and the town. Thank you for a wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Florence

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Margaret

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had no hot water but the staff could not have been nicer and moved us to a lovely room.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved this Hotel . Great location friendly staff beautiful room
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Felipe

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel and location Quite pricey for the size room and slightly low service level.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

J Stuart

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Brendon

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a special event for my wifes birthday. It didn't feel at all special, birthday requests were ignored. The room was overlooking a service yard, bins and bottle noise was bad. However we were in an old part of the hotel. The room was very cold and the sound insulation was non existent. The staff however enthusiastic were all teenagers and there seems to be little senior management. On our arrival, we asked if it was necessary to book the restaurant, the reply was it was not. We arrived at 20, 00 and they said to come back at 8.45pm, when we did we were told the kitchen was closed. After some discsions, we were shown a table, we were served 21.30. My worst experience was the car valet, 35 per night, but my beautiful Bentley whizzed passed passed me twicet outside the hotel at speed, i crossed to the other sidebodbthe road and he sped past me, before being left on a zebra crossing on the zig zag lines ( an arrestable office). This was a 550 GBP per night room, it fell very short of all of my expectations. Old Course or Fairmont, both of which i have stayed before, better all-round and much better value. For info, I am a very frequent traveller, I almost never post reviews, but this location needs to be highlighted on this occasion. Poor show.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth Marie, Lititz

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This has to be the place to stay in St Andrews. Our room was extremely comfortable and overlooked the 18th fairway. Lots of shopping, dining, and cocktail options nearby. Breakfast was superb.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rusacks is a luxury hotel on the 18th green of the Old Course facing the West Sands beach. We were pleasantly surprised at checkin with a grade to a 2 queen room with a sitting area with the best view of both the golf course and the water in the older part of the resort. The staff was exceptionally helpful in making reservations for meals, tee times, and airport transfers. In addition, the free amenities included snacks, bottled water (still and sparkling) coffee, tea, and juice. The friendly staff also gave us free ball markers. It was a perfect stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan, Sullivans Island

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Very unique hotel- it’s not a 5 star- but maybe in 1800s it was. I liked the quirkiness. Staff were very nice! Overall- great stay. Possibly communicate private functions. We chose this hotel because we wanted to dine on rooftop. Ooops- private function closed!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Davud

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in the perfect location and the front desk staff made the stay even more amazing. We would definitely return and I would have given it five stars on every level if it didn't ten minutes to get hot water (not eco-friendly) or having dirty plates both mornings during breakfast. Everything else was exceptional!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay. Comfortable room and bed. One issue was the blinds were not fully functional and needed repair. And the inability to plug in the coffee tea equipment in a convenient spot was frustrating. I understand it’s an older building but the furniture should be set up and chosen so that you don’t need to move furniture or rearrange the desk to make coffee! Charming property but I would go for a larger room next time! Great staff. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terrence

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classic room.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan, Raleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful Stay
Our whole stay was amazing. Hotel was beautiful and they have kept the history of the hotel well maintained. The moment we checked in everyone was so kind and helpful and the concierge was also extremely kind! Definitely the best
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jefffey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property. Everything was great, staff, food, view of the old course. We loved it and can’t wait to get back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breathtaking views, friendly staff, clean rooms...really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hugh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rusacks is an excellent in a perfect location in terms of access to St Andrews town and The Old Course. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Beautiful Rooms & Spacious Rooms
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
5.0