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The Waterfront

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Located close to Kingsbarns Golf Links and Elie Beach, The Waterfront provides free full breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a bar.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry

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A room with bunk beds, a bedside table with a lamp, and a door with an emergency exit sign.

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with blinds, and framed pictures on the wall.

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a black leather chair, a wooden side table, a lamp, and a window with blinds.

Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Anstruther, The Waterfront is near the beach. Kingsbarns Golf Links and St Andrews Bay are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Elie Beach and West Sands. University of St. Andrews and St. Andrew's Cathedral are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Anstruther travel guide
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18/20 Shore Street, Anstruther, Scotland, KY10 3EA

What's nearby

  • A historic building with a red facade and a tower, a modern stadium with blue seats, and a grassy field.
    Old Course at St Andrews
    20 min drive - 12.2 miles
  • La Petite Epicerie
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Scottish Fisheries Museum
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Billow Ness Beach
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Anstruther Golf Club
    12 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Cupar Station
    20 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
    83 min drive

Restaurants

  • Anstruther Fish Bar
    2 min walk
  • The Cellar At 24 East Green
    3 min walk
  • The Larachmhor
    4 min drive
  • The Honeypot
    7 min drive
  • The Shoregate
    6 min drive

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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

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily until 10 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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

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 The Waterfront pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Waterfront?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Waterfront?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Waterfront located?

Situated near the beach, this inn is within 9 mi (15 km) of Elie Beach, Kingsbarns Golf Links, and St Andrews Bay. University of St. Andrews and St. Andrew's Cathedral are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

The Waterfront Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 231 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 231 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 231 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 231 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 231 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location, friendly staff & dinner was scrumptious!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property, location and staff was wonderful WiFi was terrible.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jody McLeod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very quaint little hotel that has been updated very nicely. The rooms were large and clean and modern. The staff was exceptional and the restaurant had very delicious food. Breakfast and dinner!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and staff great. Very good food. Buzzing atmosphere. But aware of you book the rooms in Harbour View you do not get a harbour view!! It us just the name of the building! To get a view of the harbour you need to book one of the 2 superior rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fab room, so very clean and spacious! The staff are a. Amazing and the food is delicious! Generous breakfast choice too. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, good breakfast and very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was parking available. The Hotel is in an excellent position. The staff are very efficient and friendly. The breakfast has many delicious choices.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent central location on harbour waterfront, friendly staff team, clean, comfortable rooms with ensuite bathrooms. Amazing breakfasts & restaurant meals prepared from locally sourced suppliers, e.g. fresh seafood & local craft ales. Highly recommeded!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff really make this place go. It is a little quirky and parking can be an issue depending on your arrival. But this is the perfect place to stay in Anstruther. The restaurant is exceptional, but the staff really made our stay. Super nice and understanding.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William

Lovely refurbished hotel on the harbour front. The room was clean and ample for our requirements. Excellent breakfast menu and we had dinner on our first night stay which was really good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay, loads of character, great location, nice food.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable bed and excellent food. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

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

Great hotel and location

Great hotel, friendly staff and great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Marion

Breakfast menu is outstanding. Quality ingredients cooked to perfection. Clean warm rooms . Staff very helpful and friendly. Parking easy and close by . Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, friendly staff, nice spacious room and very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accommodation was excellent and clean. Staff were very helpful and the food was excellent. Property was as its name, within a few steps from a bustling harbour. Would visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely single room with great bathroom,really clean. Great location next to harbour . Really nice traditional breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely clean friendly Hotel. Staff very helpful and breakfast was first class
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was excellent and the food was exceptional all staff friendly and the room was spotless and great area
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, high quality and great food
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable & well furnished room Good food & pleasant staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint fishing village - good accommodations with a very good restaurant attached
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room (extremely warm...), huge bed, great location, excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a beautiful property with great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Service excellent and food was brilliant. Ate in hotel both nights, plenty of choice and great value
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025