St. Andrews retreat .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this St. Andrews hotel, you'll find University of St. Andrews and St. Andrews Links. Craigtoun Country Park and Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews are also within 3 miles (5 km).
What's nearby
University of St. Andrews - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
St. Andrews Botanic Garden - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
Craigtoun Country Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Old Course at St Andrews - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
St Andrews - Jubilee Course - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Getting around
Leuchars Station - 13 min drive
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 71 min drive
Restaurants
The Dunvegan Hotel - 3 min drive
St Andrews Students' Association - 3 min drive
St Andrews Links Clubhouse - 5 min drive
Jigger Inn - 4 min drive
The One Under - 4 min drive
About this property
Rufflets St Andrews
4-star hotel near University of St. Andrews
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 2 meeting rooms available. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Rufflets St Andrews. Self parking is free.
This 4-star St. Andrews hotel is smoke free.
23 guestrooms or units
3 levels
Built in 1924
Conference center
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Front desk (limited hours)
Express check-out
Storage area for luggage
Front-desk safe
Concierge
Library
Terrace
Garden
BBQ grill(s)
Outdoor picnic space
Newspapers in lobby (free)
No smoking on site
Bar or lounge
Dining venue
Rufflets St Andrews offers 23 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and bathrobes. Beds feature premium bedding. Digital television is provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.
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
Things to do
Library
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
Room amenities
Entertainment
30-inch TV with digital channels
Bedroom
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Slippers
Towels provided
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
More
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: GBP 25 per pet, per night
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 pets
Food and water bowls are available
Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees
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
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
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
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
We should mention
Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
Property is also known as
Rufflets St Andrews Hotel
Rufflets St Hotel
Rufflets St
Rufflets Country House Hotel
Rufflets St Andrews Hotel
Rufflets St Andrews St. Andrews
Rufflets St Andrews Hotel St. Andrews
Rufflets St Andrews Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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It is a charming hotel with a warm and welcoming staff! This was my second stay at Rufflets and it felt like my home away from home. It has a fantastic restaurant, lovely rooms, beautiful grounds, and a wonderful staff that is always happy to help. All of this at a very reasonable price.
Everything about this hotel screams home vibes, very cosy and welcoming
Tracy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Ryan, Splendora
Nov 30, 2025
Ryan
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Terry
Nov 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very good all round. Excellent ambiance.
Terry
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
4/10 Poor
John
Nov 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The place was cold and lacked atmosphere, some of the food was not good and the rest was no more than acceptable, the bedroom was good clean and the bed was very comfortable, breakfast was first class
Hotel was lovely. Warm welcome and gate room was excellent. Bed was massive and comfy. Breakfast was also excellent and the grounds of the hotel were lovely for a post breakfast stroll.
Rufflets is an absolute gem of a hotel! It has the charming feel of a countryside inn, with all the amenities you would expect from a luxury hotel. The warm and welcoming staff went above and beyond all expectations. The room was spacious, nicely appointed, with a modern bathroom. The hotel features a lovely restaurant featuring fine cuisine, cozy sitting spaces near fireplaces, a bar that is a great place to unwind, and lovely gardens.In short, Rufflets is a superb hotel I highly recommend!
When I arrived at 8pm there was no one at front desk, also the front desk was a table. I had to get the restaurant/bar staff to check me in after hitting the bell twice over 5-10mins. The hotel feels family run and has charm, however the service received was not great, It seems like they were short-staffed. Great breakfast to choose from and the room was comfortable.
We stayed in the gate house, which was amazing. Spacious accommodations with a separate living room. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Property was beautiful. Great breakfast.
We appreciated the warm greeting at reception and personal escort to our room. The family suite where we stayed was spacious and allowed for kids and adults to each have some privacy. We enjoyed a pleasant walk through the gardens, especially a peek at the kitchen garden to see what produce was being grown.