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The Waterside Hotel

4.0 star property
Beachfront, with full-service spa

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Superior Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Fireplace
At The Waterside Hotel, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. With amenities such as a beachfront location and beachfront dining, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Indulge in reflexology, a hot stone massage and a body scrub at Si Spa ( coming early 2026), the on-site spa. The on-site Regional cuisine restaurant, Waterside Restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and al fresco dining. In addition to a bar and a hot tub, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Portable fan
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 280 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Portable fan
Jetted bath
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Portable fan
Jetted bath
Separate bath and shower
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Smart TV
Portable fan
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Laptop workspace
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

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Ardrossan Road, West Kilbride, Scotland, KA23 9NG

What's nearby

  • Craft Town Scotland - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Portencross Castle - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Kelburn Castle and Country Centre - 13 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Dundonald Links - 16 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Royal Troon Golf Club - 22 min drive - 31.4 km

Getting around

  • West Kilbride Station - 2 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪the kings - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Twa Dugs - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Spice Of India - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Waterside - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Salt Cot - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Waterside Hotel

Upscale hotel
You can look forward to a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services at The Waterside Hotel. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and beachfront dining. Treat yourself to reflexology, a hot stone massage or a body scrub at Si Spa ( coming early 2026), the on-site spa. The on-site Regional cuisine restaurant, Waterside Restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and al fresco dining. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a hot tub.
Other perks include:
  • An electric car charging station, outdoor furniture and massage treatment rooms
  • A banquet hall, smoke-free property and a reception hall
  • Luggage storage, wedding services and meeting rooms
Room features
All guest rooms at The Waterside Hotel boast comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Hairdryers and shampoo
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Waterside Restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2015
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, 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
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • A fee will be charged for use of certain facilities

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, 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Waterside Hotel West Kilbride
Waterside West Kilbride
Waterside Hotel
The Waterside Hotel Hotel
The Waterside Hotel West Kilbride
The Waterside Hotel Hotel West Kilbride

Frequently asked questions

Is The Waterside Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What time is check-in at The Waterside Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Waterside Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Waterside Hotel located?

Nestled on the beach, this West Kilbride hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Craft Town Scotland, Ardneil Bay and Portencross Castle. South Beach and Stevenson Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km). West Kilbride Station is 22 minutes by foot.

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The Waterside Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 170 out of 245 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 245 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 245 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 245 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 245 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good food and service, fantastic room, very clean. Relaxed environment.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Amenities
Excellent staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for ferry to Aran
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovel hotel and setting
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff are super friendly. We took our dog and they were very accomodating and went the extra mile to ensure a nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely seaside location with great views towards Aran. Our room was large with a great big comfortable bed and a fab bathroom with a jacuzzi bath and rainfall shower over it. The bar and restaurant are also lovely with good selection of food for dinner and breakfast, both of which we enjoyed..
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I enjoyed my break away over all I waould rerurn
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was extremely good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
As advertised in excellent hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kirstin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect holiday

Love The Waterside. Staff are lovely, rooms fab, view just perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tyrone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Findlay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

2 night stay

Great place. Friendly staff, with special mention to reception who had to deal with an inconsiderate guest. Food was great too. Loved the decor of the whole hotel. Well done to all
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was comfortable, but a little too warm. Food was good! Service and staff were excellent. Gorgeous location on the beach!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

okay if you prefer minimalist/ modern facilities

Very friendly helpful staff. Rather expensive for the facilitites offrered. Food very expensive . But a comfortable nights sleep
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great pet friendly hotel - right on the beach

This is a modern well maintained hotel. Ultra pet friendly!! Right on the beach Good quality bar food, great breakfast Great staff. It is also right on the road so do book a beach facing room - we did not and the room was OK, but we yearned to open our window - and it was not to be as this is a busy road.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is fabulous, right on the sea front. Plenty outdoor seating which was welcome in the hot, sunny weather we had. As someone who follows a gluten-free diet almost every dish on the menu had a GF option available which is quite unusual. Staff were all friendly and helpful. Our room was spacious and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect stay

Great hotel. Everything seemed to be just right. Service was there when you needed it and not there when you didn’t. Minor issue with vegan ingredient availability but nothing else wrong.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Mike

No bar area, only restaurant, no atmosphere. Outside are would be nice in the summer.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A week at The Open

A five day stay to watch The Open Golf championship at Troon. The hotel was not able to provide TV coverage of the golf which was an oversight given the majority of guests were golfers. The hotel also took advantage of the golf to charge a premium for standard rooms. It may be better value to travel in from further afield during championships.
The Waterside Hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Alastair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There was a main road right outside our window and there is a constant roar of traffic. We did not get much sleep. The only thing to spoil a lovely little break
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neel

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel for our overnight stay, staff very friendly. Restaurant was very good for our evening meal with a comprehensive menu. Only slight downside was they were doing some groundwork at the rear and side of the property so it was a little noisy early in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Give it a miss

My room was meant to be a deluxe room with side sea view. Ripped and stained curtains do not say deluxe. View of the workmen doing the building works and woken by them at 7am is not deluxe. A shocking breakfast with such a poor selection is also not deluxe. I complained when I checked out, male manager approached me without introducing himself as the hotel manager, I had to ask Sorry who are you for him to then introduce himself. I showed him the curtains and discussed my complaint and that it was not worth what I had paid. I mentioned a local competitor who has bought a hotel close by and that their all over standards were so much better. He replied that he had been there recently and service was awful. Again not a professional reply. He apologised profusely and agreed with my complaints. I again reiterated the cost of the room, his way of compensating is giving me his email and to email him when I’m next in the area. In hindsight I should have pushed further for some kind of refund. I drove past last week and the ongoing works at the hotel certainly don’t make me want to rush back, they make the hotel look rundown. Shame, previous stay was great but I will continue on the road next time to its competitor up the road.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

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