Located close to University of St. Andrews and Craigtoun Country Park, Rufflets St Andrews provides a terrace, a garden, and a library. The on-site British cuisine restaurant, Rufflets Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and garden views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Free WiFi
Business services
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St. Andrews is home to Rufflets St Andrews. Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews and St. Andrews Links are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore West Sands and Craigtoun Country Park. University of St. Andrews and St. Andrew's Cathedral are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our St. Andrews travel guide
Strathkinness Low Road, Fife, St. Andrews, Scotland, KY16 9TX
What's nearby
University of St. Andrews
13 min walk - 1.1 km
Old Course at St Andrews
6 min drive - 2.9 km
St. Andrew's Castle
7 min drive - 3.5 km
St. Andrew's Cathedral
8 min drive - 3.5 km
St. Andrews Links
9 min drive - 3.9 km
Getting around
Leuchars Station
13 min drive
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
71 min drive
Restaurants
The Dunvegan Hotel
3 min drive
Tom Morris Bar And Grill
5 min drive
Bibi's Cafe
4 min drive
Taste
4 min drive
Jigger Inn
4 min drive
About this property
Rufflets St Andrews
Upscale hotel near University of St. Andrews
Located close to Craigtoun Country Park and St. Andrews Links, Rufflets St Andrews provides a terrace, a garden, and a library. The on-site British cuisine restaurant, Rufflets Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and garden views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Additional perks include:
Free self parking
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
Free newspapers, a banquet hall, and concierge services
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Rufflets St Andrews feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi and bathrobes.
Other amenities include:
Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
30-inch TVs with digital channels
Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating
Awards and affiliations
Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Tourism Program. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: GBP 20 for adults and GBP 10 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
1924 Bar & Lounge
Rufflets Restaurant
Things to do
Library
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Business services
2 meeting rooms
Conference center
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
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.
Accessible airport shuttle
Grab bar near toilet
No elevator
Wheelchair accessibility
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3 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 1924
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
30-inch TV with digital channels
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
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Desk
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 20 for adults and GBP 10 for children
Airport shuttle fee: GBP 140 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20 per night
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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property class
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is Rufflets St Andrews pet-friendly?
Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Rufflets St Andrews?
As of Aug 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rufflets St Andrews on Aug 30, 2026 start from CA $389, excluding 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?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Rufflets St Andrews?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Rufflets St Andrews?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Does Rufflets St Andrews provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of GBP 140 per vehicle applies.
Where is Rufflets St Andrews located?
Situated in St. Andrews, this hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from University of St. Andrews and within 3 mi (5 km) of St. Andrews Links and Craigtoun Country Park. Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews and St. Andrew's Cathedral are also within 3 mi (5 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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