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The Waterside Hotel

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel in West Kilbride with spa, restaurant

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When visiting West Kilbride, The Waterside Hotel is a great choice to consider. You can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps or aromatherapy, and Regional cuisine is served at Waterside Restaurant, which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a terrace and a garden.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Room service
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Wedding services

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Children's menu
The current price is £124
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Hill view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sea view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room

Superior Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Ardrossan Road, West Kilbride, Scotland, KA23 9NG

What's nearby

  • Craft Town Scotland - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • OVO Hydro - 47 min drive - 60.4 km
  • Buchanan Street - 48 min drive - 62.0 km
  • Hampden Park - 52 min drive - 62.8 km
  • Loch Lomond - 55 min drive - 73.3 km

Getting around

  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 24 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 39 min drive
  • Ardrossan Town Station - 9 min drive
  • Ardrossan South Beach Station - 10 min drive
  • West Kilbride Station - 22 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪the kings - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Waterside - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Twa Dugs - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Alberts Chip Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Basebowl - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Waterside Hotel

When visiting West Kilbride, The Waterside Hotel is a great choice to consider. You can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps or aromatherapy, and Regional cuisine is served at Waterside Restaurant, which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 40 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Private dining
  • Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2015
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Full-service spa
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch Smart TV

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Desk chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Spa

Si Spa ( coming early 2026) has 4 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

Waterside Restaurant – This beachfront restaurant specialises in Regional cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Facilities are accessible for an extra charge
  • Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

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

Also known as

Waterside Hotel West Kilbride
Waterside West Kilbride
Waterside Hotel
The Waterside Hotel Hotel
The Waterside Hotel West Kilbride
The Waterside Hotel Hotel West Kilbride

Frequently asked questions

Does The Waterside Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Waterside Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Waterside Hotel?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Waterside Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at The Waterside Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as spa services and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Waterside Hotel?

Yes, Waterside Restaurant offers al fresco dining, Regional cuisine and garden views.

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Reviews

The Waterside Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was excellent with a good selection of food and fresh options. (4 reviews)
  • The restaurant offered a good selection of food with gluten-free options and friendly staff. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Staff helpful room lovely. Food excellent.
morag, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was spacious and view was lovely.
View from deluxe room.
Lorraine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was immaculate, and the balcony was a bonus! The view was amazing!! We found the room a bit hard to find at first but soon got our bearings right!
Elaine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent room
Philip, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely clean comfortable room. Friendly staff
Philip, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property far surpassed our expectations. I wouldn't have changed a thing which my husband says is high praise indeed. It was pet friendly, relaxing and just what was needed. I loved that the spa products were used in hotel and you could purchase also. I tried them and they were an amazing treat. We also visited the spa and used the thermal suite ...excellent.
Stunning sunset from beach accessed from the restaurant... so wonderfully set out.
Joan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice, tidy and clean hotel. Good bed and I slept well. Breakfast was excellent.
Jerry, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely room, really big and a large comfy bed. What more do you need?… maybe a few more gluten free options at breakfast would be good, there was nothing on the buffet I could eat. But I did get a cooked breakfast that was nice.
Jolene, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good food and service, fantastic room, very clean. Relaxed environment.
Stephen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff.
Andrew, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great 😊 overnight for a wedding along at the hydro, had great weather which help views were stunning 🌞
Julie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel big bedrooms Dog friendly have already booked our next stay
Ann, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

I enjoyed my break away over all I waould rerurn
Marie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location for ferry to Aran
James, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovel hotel and setting
Daniel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff are super friendly. We took our dog and they were very accomodating and went the extra mile to ensure a nice stay.
Lee, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely seaside location with great views towards Aran. Our room was large with a great big comfortable bed and a fab bathroom with a jacuzzi bath and rainfall shower over it. The bar and restaurant are also lovely with good selection of food for dinner and breakfast, both of which we enjoyed..
Sheena, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

2 night stay

Nice place, great decor Staff are friendly and helpful...and happy.
Findlay, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely hotel for our overnight stay, staff very friendly. Restaurant was very good for our evening meal with a comprehensive menu. Only slight downside was they were doing some groundwork at the rear and side of the property so it was a little noisy early in the morning.
Andrea, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stay was extremely good
Mary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

As advertised in excellent hotel
Alan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent room
Tyrone, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect holiday

Love The Waterside. Staff are lovely, rooms fab, view just perfect.
Kirstin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic

Excellent Hotel, I always stay here when in Scotland
Eddie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

okay if you prefer minimalist/ modern facilities

Very friendly helpful staff. Rather expensive for the facilitites offrered. Food very expensive . But a comfortable nights sleep
Sheila, 1-night trip