Balcomie Links Hotel
Balcomie Links Hotel descritpion
Balcomie Links is a friendly, family run small hotel, situated on the outskirts of Crail near St Andrew's.
In Fife's famous and sheltered East Neuk, this is one of the sunniest corners on the east coast of Scotland.
The hotel is an ideal base to explore the area which is enriched in history with beautiful coastal villages and scenic walks, beaches, castles, museums, attractions, and made famous for its golfing as the “Home of Golf ".
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Facilities of Balcomie Links Hotel
Outdoors ：Grounds
Pets ：Pets are not allowed.
Activities ：Golf Course (within 2 miles) | Darts | Game Room
Food & Drink ：Restaurant | Bar
Internet ：Free!WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking ：Free!Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Services ：Packed Lunches | Currency Exchange | Laundry | Ironing Service | Fax/Photocopying
General ：Non-smoking Rooms | Family Rooms | Heating | All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)
Reviews for Balcomie Links Hotel
Review 1：'Thread bare'rooms , t.v reception erractic , shower not the best...overall could do with a bit of tlc. Overpriced.
Review 2：Pleasant management and lovely breakfast
Review 3：None.
Review 4：Loved the large spacious room we were in; the comfortable beds; the cleanliness of the environs; the lovely breakfasts; the nearness to Crail, St Andrews and other coastal locations. Also the weather was lovely!
Review 5：There is no wi fi in the bedrooms only in the public area
Review 6：We had a lovely big room with sea views, the bed was king size and comfortable, big fluffy towels changed daily, all the staff were lovely and the food was excellent.
Review 7：The owners couldn't have been more helpful, particularly in relation to my dietary requirements (dairy allergy). The chef prepared dishes from the main menu for me but adapted them to suit whilst still ensuring they were delicious!
Review 8：Friendly pub, in which we were immediately welcomed by the hosts and by the locals. Well prepared breakfasts. Comfortable room, with an outstanding view.
Review 9：An enjoyable 2 nights stay in a hotel which was easy to locate and where the staff were efficient and welcoming. An ideal site for proximity to St. Andrews and the fishing villages of the east Neuk.
Review 10：No lift, but we were told about that befure confirming our booking, but we managed the stairs and ejoyed the view from the second floor
Review 11：Bus service to tthe hotel door!
Review 12：This is an old building so noise is not fully suppressed. WiFi suffers as it does all over this part of Scotland.
Review 13：The staff were all very good. The meals were so good I ate in all three nights. The room was good, shower excellent.
Review 14：Sound proofing between rooms was not good. Décor a little tired.
Review 15：Good position for visiting Fyfe. Good breakfast and very friendly staff. Wonderful views from rooms and extremely comfortable beds. Spacious rooms.
Review 16：Should have asked for lower room. Three flights was too much for us there being no lifts. This was our fault as we did not consider no lifts
Review 17：Adequate for our weekend break close enough to all surrounding villages very clean and breakfast as you wish for a little or full. Kippers lovely
Review 18：No complaints
Review 19：Owners and staff were friendly and made us fell at home All food that we had to eat was excellent hotel was clean and tidy inside and out Locals were also friendly and chatty
Review 20：No negatives for the 3 nights we spent there
Review 21：Bedroom window view was lovely and as the weather was good we could clearly see the Isle of May and coast of N Berwick, relaxing to sit at the window. Freshly cooked breakfast to our taste. Within short distance of the town centre, and, the bus stop was also outside the hotel for longer journeys. Staff helpful Quiet room
Review 22：The room was a little tired and need a facelift - but was still fully functional & clean
Review 23：The staff were very helpful, the included breakfast was extremely generous and tasty. Room cleaned every day and no request was too much of a problem.
Review 24：Rooms no TV no air con. Beds so uncomfortable, en. Suite terrible this is the 21 st century think owners should be aware of this.i will not be back .
Review 25：Breakfast. O.k
Review 26：bathroom was really smelly and we had to use same towels for three days even though they were wet , but to be fair I didn't complain
Review 27：location
Review 28：Welcoming experience
Review 29：It felt very homey and safe.
Review 30：Friendly, accommodating staff. Great food. Good location.
Review 31：Lovely breakfast Nice hot shower Comfortable bed Very friendly owners Sea view
Review 32：Tired decor, smelly cushions, greasy breakfast, damp dated bathroom
Review 33：No frills. Poor stocking of toiletries. No hot water on day 2. Poor Wi-Fi coverage. Decor rather tired.
Review 34：Friendly staff
Review 35：No complaints.
Review 36：Staff in dining room were excellent .Food was good too.
Review 37：Somewhat tired decor and fittings (e.g. bathroom) Poor wifi signal
Review 38：View from the bedroom Very good service Good food
Review 39：Really enjoyed stay staff so nice and couldn't do enough for us
Review 40：They loved the large bed in the huge room and the lovely breakfasts. Staff very friendly.
Review 41：The wi do was very poor and the bedroom TV was tiny
Review 42：The food and the relaxing atmosphere and the staff
Review 43：No wifi in rooms only in public area
Review 44：Quite location Large room with views Parking
Review 45：WiFi didn't work in room
Review 46：Breakfast was amazing
Review 47：Nothing to dislike
Review 48：The location was great, very quiet staff friendly and helpfull, cooked breakfast amazing
Review 49：The ensuite bathroom was very small.
Review 50：The owners were very friendly and the hotel was near the sea with lovely views.
Review 51：nothing
Review 52：everything
Review 53：Crail is in 19th century as regards connectivity, wi-fi, mobile and tv reception. Nowt the hotel can do about that.
Review 54：Friendly and comfortable
Review 55：Small bathroom Poor facilities Looking a bit tired
Review 56：Location Large windows with sea views Comfortable bedroom
Review 57：bit expensive
Review 58：Location very good
Review 59：TV and Wifi signals came and went.
Review 60：Nice bar, friendly staff. Good breakfast.
Review 61：Lovely hotel with lovely staff and fantastic food
Review 62：On our evening of arrival the shower was tepid. This was better in themorning however. More importantly the room was very cold and theradiator was not working although the downstairs public rooms werecomfortably warm
Review 63：The twin room was clean and comfortably spacious.
Review 64：Staff were very friendly and helpful. Interior clean and looked newly refurbished. Breakfast and dinner first class food. Will be back for another break.
Review 65：Sausage at breakfast try to buy butchers along the road called Penmans.
Review 66：Lovely view from bedroom. Bathroom a bit tired, as we're parts of the hotel but everything spotlessly clean Lovely breakfast room with breakfast cooked to order V.G.
Review 67：The hotel is in desperate need of up-grading. Rooms and en-suites arevery basic. Also the housekeeping leaves a lot to be desired.
Review 68：We loved the location and the friendliness.
Review 69：location very near coast and Crail centre lovely big room food -meals excellent ambience of bar/restaurant excellent parking friendliness of staff
Review 70：Nice room with great views towards the sea and isle of May, set in the lovely location of Crail. Great breakfasts served in the mornings. A really well run hotel.
Review 71：I liked that me and my four teenage children could have a family roomand breakfast for £110, great value for money, making an Easter break apossibility as other hotels in the area were much more expensive, anideal hotel for a short break and a cracking cooked breakfast the nextmorning. Not a luxurious option in terms of facilities but the room wasexcellent, just what we needed and I would recommend it highly.
Review 72：The reception by staff, the calmness of the area.
Review 73：light curtains - 5am light bathroom needing refurb
Review 74：friendly owner nice big airy front facing room quiz night clean
Review 75：the price
Review 76：the location and meals
Review 77：Nothing
Review 78：Location, very close to golf course. Lovely large twin-bedded room. Breakfast choice excellent and everything freshly cooked.
Review 79：Quiet, friendly, excellent car park, good food.
Review 80：Decor of parts of hotel need updated
Review 81：Clean and very nice room. Cooked breakfast was very good.
Review 82：didn't change our towels in 4 days.
Review 83：Food, hospitality, friendly staff.
Review 84：lovely big room with A view of the sea. friendly pub
Review 85：Friendly staff and great location.
Review 86：Nothing to point out.
Review 87：Liked the location near St. Andrews. The amazing staff. The nice breakfast. And the dinner options.
Review 88：Friendly and helpful
Review 89：very friendly staff, good food reasonably priced, nice and clean rooms.
Review 90：I recently sent you a note for this hotel but sent it for the Lakeside - also booked with you! Apologies
Review 91：plastic mattress cover
Review 92：friendly organized clean
Review 93：Friendly people. Lovely location. Good breakfast. Spacious room.
Review 94：Staff were very helpful and attentive.
Review 95：The price was too steep for what it was
Review 96：The hotel provided for a specific dietary requirement. Staff friendly and helpful.
Review 97：The food was fantastic, excellent choice and friendly owners
Review 98：Hotel was basic
Review 99：The location was ideal for exploring Crail and the surrounding area.
The Fine Print
No smoking policy: All areas of the hotel, including the guest rooms are non-smoking. £100 automatic fine will be charged to any guest found to be smoking in these areas, including guest rooms, and will be asked to leave with no refund given.Payments: For party bookings or reservations, the full booking value is payable 2 weeks before arrival. No refund is available for these bookings after full payment is made. Reservations for more then 1 room and more than 4 persons will be deemed as party reservations.