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The Elbow Room

3.0 star property
Inn with free parking, in the vicinity of Kirkcaldy Museum and Art Gallery

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Restaurant
Deluxe Family Room (Room 2) | Living area
Exterior
Small Double Room, Ensuite, Balcony (Room 3) | Balcony view
Deluxe Family Room (Room 2)
Located near the Kirkcaldy Museum and Art Gallery, The Elbow Room offers a warm atmosphere with continental breakfast, a cozy bar, and inviting garden. Unwind on the tranquil terrace or stay connected with in-room WiFi. Previous guests have praised the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

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Small Family Room, Ensuite, Balcony (Room 5)

Small Family Room, Ensuite, Balcony (Room 5)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Small Double Room, Ensuite (Room 4)

Small Double Room, Ensuite (Room 4)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Small Double Room, Ensuite, Balcony (Room 3)

Small Double Room, Ensuite, Balcony (Room 3)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room (Room 6)

Standard Twin Room (Room 6)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room (Room 1)

Family Room (Room 1)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Family Room (Room 2)

Deluxe Family Room (Room 2)

Deluxe Family Room (Room 2)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Map
Rosslyn Street, Kirkcaldy, Scotland, KY1 3HT

What's nearby

  • Fife Ice Arena - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kirkcaldy Museum and Art Gallery - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Adam Smith Theatre - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Edinburgh Castle - 42 min drive - 52.8 km
  • Royal Mile - 44 min drive - 53.5 km

Getting around

  • Glenrothes with Thornton Station - 6 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Elbow Room - ‬1 min walk
  • Weavers
  • ‪Smeaton Chipshop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Tiffin - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Feuars Arms - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Elbow Room

Inn near Kirkcaldy Museum and Art Gallery
Located close to Bongos Soft Play Centre and Skydive St. Andrews, The Elbow Room provides a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. In addition to a bar and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and a billiards/pool table
  • Smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Elbow Room offer amenities such as free WiFi, free bottled water, and room service.
Other amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, heating, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: GBP 3 to 10 for adults and GBP 3 to 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: GBP 10
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from noon - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Restrictions apply; for more information contact 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 not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 3 to 10 for adults, and GBP 3 to 10 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 10

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

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

Property is also known as

ELBOW ROOM Inn Kirkcaldy
ELBOW ROOM Inn
ELBOW ROOM Kirkcaldy
Inn THE ELBOW ROOM Kirkcaldy
Kirkcaldy THE ELBOW ROOM Inn
Inn THE ELBOW ROOM
THE ELBOW ROOM Kirkcaldy
ELBOW ROOM
THE ELBOW ROOM Inn
THE ELBOW ROOM Kirkcaldy
THE ELBOW ROOM Inn Kirkcaldy

Frequently asked questions

Is The Elbow Room pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Elbow Room?

As of Aug 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Elbow Room on Sept 7, 2025 start from CA $86.49, 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 at The Elbow Room?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Elbow Room?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Elbow Room?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 10.

Where is The Elbow Room located?

Situated near the beach, this inn is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Kirkcaldy Museum and Art Gallery and within 6 mi (10 km) of Bongos Soft Play Centre and Burntisland Golf House Club. Skydive St. Andrews and Leven Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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The Elbow Room Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 175 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 175 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 175 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 175 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 175 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room and great location with local amenities for anything you might need, welcoming friendly staff, really great place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay in Elbow room was super comfy and very hygienic. Also it is a very quiet area. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Large bathroom and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay. Cute balcony.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room and staff really comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We lived the Elbow staff. They aimed to please! Beds were comfortable. The family had a sofa a chair, along with beds which were comfortable. The food at the restaurant was very good
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

Great hotel

Really friendly staff, nice food and clean rooms. Can't go wrong
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Amenities
The frontal appearance not impressive however once inside the difference was like chalk and cheese Room spacious and clean comfy bed modern en-suite with fresh clean towels Food was excellent and service very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Attended the Elbow Rooms when visiting afriend. Had a lovely time. Staff were all very friendly. Hotel room was spotless and our meals in the restaurant were delicious. The small bar area with karaoke made for an excellent night too.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

noreen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was small but comfy. No hot water so no shower. Staff lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

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

Great Find!

Couldn’t fault the place! Big comfy room, loads of parking, TV with Netflix, WiFi. Basic breakfast available should you wish - bread, sugary type bars, a bit of fruit, OJ etc. Lovely man checked us in and dog friendly to top it off!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Excellent stay

Amazing food friendly staff and very helpful rooms are a good size and very comfy and really liked the shower got in and didn’t want to get out will be staying there again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff, good food
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fredrik

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

Great place!

We had a great stay. Superfriendly staff and a great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Food was exceptional, staff friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice friendly pub
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice stay, nice staff we felt very welcome, we enjoyed it we will be going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room 5 lovely big room with balcony. Excellent range of buffet breakfast. Staff friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best room of our 3 week trip! A great shower plus a huge soaking tub. Super friendly staff. Will definitely stay again if I’m in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing including the food definitely going to be going back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic welcome with very friendly and accommodating staff. Good entertainment at night with the karaoke.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here to go an ice hockey game. First time in Fife and staying in the Elbow Room. Amazing location for the Ice Hockey and lovely friendly staff. Room was clean and had no issues. Breakfast available 24 hours which was great. Will definitely stay again as place was full of character.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Shaun

ROOM

Very pleasant. Service first rate room clean. Beds comfortable. Good value for price. Only complaint is the shower. Flooe slippery and couldnt set temperature for comfort. Other than that it waa really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan

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

Short break.

Very nice stay.lovely dinner. Very good excellent service. Nice friendly chef. Good service in the bar. The owner is very nice and helpful, as the entire staff are.the bedroom was a good size,at the rear of hotel,no traffic noise.comfortable bed.great sleep. We will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were very helpful and very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024