Budget Friendly Accommodation West Coast of Ayrshire
Savoy Park Hotel
KA7 2UT, Ayr, 16 Racecourse Road
You are invited to feel welcome and comfortable at this professionally operated hotel, one of Ayr's leading family-run establishments for over 40 years. Located in the heart of Ayr, just a few minutes' walk along... read more
1082 reviews 8.6
The Arrandale Hotel
KA7 1DW, Ayr, 2-4 Cassillis Street
In the oldest part of town, just 2 minutes' walk from Ayr's sandy beach and the town centre, this charming, family-run hotel offers lovely rooms, tasty Scottish breakfasts and free Wi-Fi and parking. Next to... read more
728 reviews 8.7
The Ayrshire and Galloway
KA72EA, Ayr, 1 Killoch Place
Standing proudly within Ayr town centre, this hotel with free car parking and Wi-Fi is the place to stay whether on business or pleasure. Comfortably furnished and well-appointed, the Ayrshire and Galloway Hotel offers affordable... read more
602 reviews 7.9
ByTheSea Guest House
KA7 1DU, Ayr, 16 Queens Terrace
Set within a stunning conservation area of Victorian and Georgian townhouses, this family-run guest house is ideally located within 2 minutes’ walk from the beach. There is free Wi-Fi. Each room has an en suite... read more
368 reviews 9.5
Kilkerran Guest House
KA8 8LD, Ayr, 15 Prestwick Rd
The Kilkerran is a 10-minute drive from Prestwick Airport. The guest house is close to Newton-on-Ayr railway station and the X77 bus route to Prestwick Airport and Glasgow. Late arrivals and early departures are catered... read more
474 reviews 6.7
Horizon Hotel
KA7 1DT, Ayr, Esplanade
Boasting panoramic views over the Clyde to the Isle of Arran, and only 5-minutes’ walk from Ayr town centre, the hotel presents itself as the ideal base from which to explore the beauty of Ayrshire.... read more
1560 reviews 8
Mercure Ayr Hotel
KA7 1UG, Ayr, Dalblair Rd
Close to Ayr seafront and a few metres from the town centre, Mercure Ayr is a comfy hotel with gym. Free WiFi is available throughout. The Brasserie Bar and Restaurant serves drinks, snacks and meals.... read more
1442 reviews 7.1
Queens Apartments
KA7 1DU, Ayr, Queens Terrace
This Victorian house is 200 metres from Ayr's seafront and 600 metres from the shops of the town centre. It has free Wi-Fi, free on-street parking and en suite rooms with flat-screen TVs. The Queens... read more
211 reviews 8.7
Inverlea Guest House
KA7 2RB, Ayr, 42 Carrick Road
A 10-minute walk from Ayr Train Station, this guest house has bedrooms with free Wi-Fi and is well located for the town centre, beach and golf courses. Inverlea Guest House is elegant and modern and... read more
234 reviews 9.8
Fairfield House Hotel
KA7 2AR, Ayr, Fairfield Road
A warm welcome awaits you at this privately owned 4-star hotel, a fully restored and refurbished Victorian mansion house situated on Ayr's seafront, recapturing the essence of country house hospitality. Great care has been taken... read more
1864 reviews 8.4
Western House Hotel
KA8 0HA, Ayr, 66 Craigie Road
An award-winning hotel located in Ayrshire, 5 minutes' drive from Prestwick International Airport and with easy links by rail and road to Glasgow and Edinburgh city centre. Western House Hotel is set in mature landscaped... read more
1702 reviews 8.6
Beechwood Ensuite Guest House
KA8 8LE, Ayr, 39 Prestwick Road
Beechwood En-suite Rooms is ideally located between both the towns of Ayr and Prestwick, and is just an 8 minutes’ drive from Prestwick Airport. This accommodation offers modern en suite bedrooms, a coffee lounge/social area... read more
407 reviews 9.3
The Kylestrome
KA7 2AX, Ayr, 11 Miller Road
A 5-minute walk from Ayr seafront and town centre, the bright, modern Hotel Kylestrome has refurbished bedrooms and a modern dining room serving local produce, seafood and steaks. The renovated Hotel Kylestrome has free on-site... read more
696 reviews 8.7
Beaches
KA7 1DU, Ayr, 13 Queens Terrace
Beaches is a small family-run guest house featuring a large private garden with gated access to Ayr’s sandy beach. It's set just 5 minutes’ walk from Ayr’s centre with its shopping, dining, and nightlife. With... read more
457 reviews 9.8
Miller House Courtyard
KA72AY, Ayr, 36 Miller Road
Miller House Courtyard is situated in Ayr, 2.7 km from Greenan Beach, 2.2 km from Ayr Racecourse, and 4.3 km from Robert Burns Birthplace Museum. The 4-star bed and breakfast has inner courtyard views and... read more
346 reviews 9.4
Burnside Guest House
KA7 1DU, Ayr, 14 Queens Terrace
Situated only 100 yards from Ayr beach, the 4-star Burnside Guest House is a terraced Victorian property, 5 minutes’ walk from the town centre. Belleisle And Seafield Golf Courses are 5 minutes’ drive from the... read more
406 reviews 8.7
townhouse apartments
KA7 1XB, Ayr, 29 Barns Street
Set in Ayr with Ayr Beach and Ayr Racecourse nearby, townhouse apartments offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The apartment offers a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom... read more
31 reviews 8.7
Blackburn Villa B&B
KA7 2XG, Ayr, 2 Blackburn Road
Located 5 minutes’ walk from Ayr's sandy beach and a 15-minute stroll from the town centre, Blackburn Villa offers 4 furnished guest rooms, all on the ground floor. Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, there... read more
183 reviews 9.5
Lochinver Guesthouse
KA7 2DL, Ayr, 32 Park Circus
Set in Ayr within 1.6 km of Ayr Racecourse and 3.2 km of Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Lochinver Guesthouse features rooms with free WiFi. This guest house offers room service. The rooms in the guest... read more
400 reviews 9.6
No.5 Ayr Beach - Coorie Doon
KA7 1JT, Ayr, 5 Churchill Towers
Offering sea views, No.5 Ayr Beach - Coorie Doon is an accommodation situated in Ayr, 80 metres from Ayr Beach and 2 km from Ayr Racecourse. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and... read more
91 reviews 9.1
The Original Donnini Apartment
KA7 1JP, Ayr, 37 South Beach Road Donnini Court
Offering mountain views, The Original Donnini Apartment is an accommodation situated in Ayr, 300 metres from Ayr Beach and 2 km from Ayr Racecourse. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private... read more
46 reviews 7.4
Deluxe Caravan Holidays at Craig Tara
KA7 4LB, Ayr, Craig Tara Dunure Road
Situated in Ayr, less than 1 km from Greenan Beach and 8.4 km from Ayr Racecourse, Deluxe Caravan Holidays at Craig Tara features a restaurant and sea views. A flat-screen TV with DVD player, shared... read more
86 reviews 8.8
Central Ayr Main Road Apartment
KA8 0LG, Ayr, 45B Main Road
Located a 5 minute drive from the beach, Central Ayr Main Road Apartment offers accommodation in Ayr. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property and complimentary parking is available on-site. The kitchen has an oven,... read more
14 reviews 7.9
Newfield Mews
KA7 2TL, Ayr, 6 A Southpark Rd
Newfield Mews is a mews holiday cottage located in a residential area, less than a mile from the Promenade and South Beach in the seaside town of Ayr. The property is spread across 2 levels... read more
16 reviews 9.6
Mossie Apartment
KA7 1UJ, Ayr, 64 Dalblair Road
Featuring accommodation with a balcony, Mossie Apartment is located in Ayr. The 4-star apartment is 1.1 km from Ayr Beach. This apartment comes with 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a... read more
116 reviews 9.7
Harbour House - Donnini Apartments
KA8 8AA, Ayr, 11A Mariners Warf
Set in Ayr and only 1.3 km from Ayr Beach, Harbour House - Donnini Apartments offers accommodation with river views, free WiFi and free private parking. Housed in a building dating from 2007, this apartment... read more
32 reviews 8.7
Charlotte Street 2 Bedroom Apartment
KA7 1DZ, Ayr, 11C Charlotte Street
Situated in Ayr and only 400 metres from Ayr Beach, Charlotte Street 2 Bedroom Apartment features accommodation with city views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property has inner courtyard views and is 1.9... read more
62 reviews 8.2
Woodcroft Cottage
KA7 2SF, Ayr, 23 Midton Road, Ayr
Woodcroft Cottage features garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, located in Ayr, 1.1 km from Ayr Beach. Featuring a kitchen with an oven and a microwave, each unit also comes with a cable... read more
13 reviews 8.2
Carrick Retreat - Donnini Apartments
KA7 1HF, Ayr, South Beach Road 16
Carrick Retreat - Donnini Apartments is a beachfront property situated in Ayr, 100 metres from Ayr Beach and 2.1 km from Ayr Racecourse. It has mountain views and free WiFithroughout the property. The apartment has... read more
43 reviews 8.2
Maze Serviced Apartment
KA8 0LJ, Ayr, 90 Main Road
Boasting a bar and free WiFi, Maze Serviced Apartment is located in Ayr. The property is situated 0.4 km from Ayr Racecourse. Robert Burns Birthplace Museum is 6 km from the guest house. Free on-street... read more
152 reviews 7
Why Go and Stay in this delightful town ?
There are many reasons to visit this delightful town in Scotland. First of all the scenic countryside has some of the most breathtaking views, so don’t forget your camera. Check out the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum where there are interactive exhibits to keep children occupied along with a play area outside. As it’s located in the Gulf Stream, the town experiences temperate climates so is perfect for fishing, hiking and cycling all year round.
Cheap Accommodation in Ayr Town Centre
For those people interested in horses, a visit to the Ayrshire Equitation Centre is an absolute must. You can take part in show jumps, working hunter jumps, scenic hacking along with finding out more about horses.
The Scottish Industrial Railway Centre isn’t too far from the town centre offering steam open days, ideal for railway enthusiasts. Have a relaxing drive to Brodick Castle and Country Park to see waterfalls cascading down spine chilling gorges then finish off with a picnic at Brodick Bay.
Ayr horse racecourse is famous as the venue of the Scottish Grand National, the Ayrshire Handicap and the Ayr Gold Cup. There are many great golf courses in and around the town, with Open Championship venues of Royal Troon and Turnberry only a short drive away. Public golf courses are Belleisle, Seafield and Dalmilling. Glasgow is less than one hour by train.
After a busy day out sightseeing you know you can head for your hotel or bed and breakfast accommodation to have a quick shower before hitting the night life in the town.
Budget hotel or b&b rooms in or near town centre
The best place to stay in Ayr is in cheap hotels or reasonably priced bed & breakfasts right in the town centre. From your family rooms that have everything to make it a home from home, you can explore Ayr in Scotland and the surrounding areas quite easily.
With so many b&b’s, cheap hotels and other types of accommodation such as holiday homes and inns to choose from, you are definitely spoilt for choice.
Family rooms are perfect if you have small children. As well as a comfortable bed for you, cots and single beds are provided so everyone can have a good night’s sleep in their bed and breakfast accommodation.
If you decide to stay for a night in cheap hotels you won’t be disappointed either. Most rooms to let have en suite bathrooms with toiletries provided. Expect a sumptuous breakfast when choosing bed and breakfast to make a good start to your day. With so much to see and do there’s nothing quite like returning to b&b’s to relax and recharge your batteries.
Whether you want to reserve single, double or family rooms for one night or weekend, you will be happy with what you get. Everyone will also receive a warm, friendly, Scottish welcome from their accommodating hosts.
When staying overnight within close distance of the town centre, Ayr train station is nearby on Smith Street, which is just beside Burns Statue Square, offering frequent rail connections to various cities and town across Scotland and England. Glasgow central railway station can be reached within 1 hour by train.
Popular in Ayr is staying for one night before or after a flight from Prestwick Airport, located 4 miles from town. It’s Glasgow’s second airport besides GLA airport, which is situated just outside Glasgow city centre.
Train Station
Main railway station ?
The main town rail station is Ayr Railway station, located on Smith Street. Towns in Ayrshire and Glasgow Central station are easy reachable by taking a local train.
Glasgow central is well served by trains from all over Scotland and England. Birmingham main New Street station, Waverley rail station in Edinburgh, and London Euston Station by sleeper service trains.
Visitors from Ireland can take a ferry provided by Stenaline and P&O ferries from Belfast and Larne ferry port in Northern Ireland to Cairnryan.
Location
Where is Ayr ?
The seaside resort town of Ayr is located in south Ayrshire Scotland, not far from Glasgow Prestwick International Airport.
Ayrshire, located on the south-west coast of Scotland, attracts many visitors every year. The region is easy accessible via the new M77 motorway, which links it to Glasgow. The city centre of Glasgow is just over 35 miles to the north-east.
Distance to
- Greenock — 33 miles
- Stranraer Cairnryan Ferry Port — 41 miles
- Stirling — 52 miles
- Edinburgh (see b&b’s) — 64 miles
- Perth Scotland — 79 miles
The nearest airport is Glasgow Prestwick airport, located only 4 miles away from town.
Glasgow GLA Airport can be reached in one hour.
Must See Attractions and Sights
Culzean Castle and Country Park
(Maybole, KA19 8LE Scotland)
Culzean estate is a delightful castle with beautiful grounds. It is located right on the coast and a 20 minutes coastal drive from Ayr.
Robert Burns Birthplace Museum
(Murdoch’s Lone, Alloway, KA7 4PQ Scotland)
Birthplace of poet Robert Burns, which is nowadays a very interesting museum.
Seafront Playpark
(The Low Green, Seafront KA8 8BH, Scotland)
Children’s play area at the seafront, close to the beach. Great fun park for kids.
Ayr Racecourse
(2 -6 Whittletts Road, KA8 0JE, Scotland)
Lovely horse track. It’s only a short walk to the side of the course, or go to the large grand stand where you can get excellent views of the horses running.