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The Waterside Hotel

4.0 star property
Beachfront, with full-service spa

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Superior Room
Exterior
Fireplace
Indoor wedding
View from room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Ardrossan Road, West Kilbride, Scotland, KA23 9NG
  • Place, Craft Town Scotland
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, OVO Hydro
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Place, Loch Lomond
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, Glasgow (GLA-Glasgow Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 26 sq m
  • Hill view
  • 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
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Executive Room

Executive Room

Highlights

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

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Premium Room

Premium Room

Highlights

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

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Superior Room

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

About the area

West Kilbride

At The Waterside Hotel you'll be 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Craft Town Scotland and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Ardneil Bay. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .A relaxing visit to Si Spa ( coming early 2026) can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and aromatherapy along with access to the sauna and hot tub. The restaurant, Waterside Restaurant, serves Regional cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class West Kilbride hotel include Portencross Castle and Geronimo Sailing Ltd.

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

  • West Kilbride Station - 2 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪the kings - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Twa Dugs - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Alberts Chip Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Waterside - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Cheery Cup Cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Waterside Hotel

Beachfront, with full-service spa
The Waterside Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at The Waterside Hotel.

This 4-star West Kilbride hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2015
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Waterside Hotel offers 40 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Waterside Restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2015
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • A fee will be charged for use of certain facilities

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; cash is not accepted
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
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 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the 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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Waterside Hotel?

The Waterside Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to The Waterside Hotel?

The closest beach to The Waterside Hotel is Irvine Beach (14.2 km).

Is there a spa on site at The Waterside Hotel?

Yep, Si Spa ( coming early 2026) is available for guests. It has a hot tub, a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as hot stone massages.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Waterside Hotel?

No, The Waterside Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Waterside Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Regional cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Waterside Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Waterside Hotel?

Dogs are welcome at The Waterside Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer.

The Waterside Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 175 out of 250 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 250 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 250 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 250 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 250 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good food and service, fantastic room, very clean. Relaxed environment.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Excellent staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great 😊 overnight for a wedding along at the hydro, had great weather which help views were stunning 🌞
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neel

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I enjoyed my break away over all I waould rerurn
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sheila

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

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
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheena

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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..
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

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

Give it a miss

My room was meant to be a deluxe room with side sea view. Ripped and stained curtains do not say deluxe. View of the workmen doing the building works and woken by them at 7am is not deluxe. A shocking breakfast with such a poor selection is also not deluxe. I complained when I checked out, male manager approached me without introducing himself as the hotel manager, I had to ask Sorry who are you for him to then introduce himself. I showed him the curtains and discussed my complaint and that it was not worth what I had paid. I mentioned a local competitor who has bought a hotel close by and that their all over standards were so much better. He replied that he had been there recently and service was awful. Again not a professional reply. He apologised profusely and agreed with my complaints. I again reiterated the cost of the room, his way of compensating is giving me his email and to email him when I’m next in the area. In hindsight I should have pushed further for some kind of refund. I drove past last week and the ongoing works at the hotel certainly don’t make me want to rush back, they make the hotel look rundown. Shame, previous stay was great but I will continue on the road next time to its competitor up the road.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for ferry to Aran
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel big bedrooms Dog friendly have already booked our next stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Great pet friendly hotel - right on the beach

This is a modern well maintained hotel. Ultra pet friendly!! Right on the beach Good quality bar food, great breakfast Great staff. It is also right on the road so do book a beach facing room - we did not and the room was OK, but we yearned to open our window - and it was not to be as this is a busy road.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Luisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

A week at The Open

A five day stay to watch The Open Golf championship at Troon. The hotel was not able to provide TV coverage of the golf which was unfortunate ans most residents were there for the golf. The hotel took advantage of the golf to charge a premium for standard rooms. It may be better value to travel in from further afield during the championships.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

A week at The Open

A five day stay to watch The Open Golf championship at Troon. The hotel was not able to provide TV coverage of the golf which was an oversight given the majority of guests were golfers. The hotel also took advantage of the golf to charge a premium for standard rooms. It may be better value to travel in from further afield during championships.
The Waterside Hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff are super friendly. We took our dog and they were very accomodating and went the extra mile to ensure a nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Findlay

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

2 night stay

Nice place, great decor Staff are friendly and helpful...and happy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

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

Perfect stay

Great hotel. Everything seemed to be just right. Service was there when you needed it and not there when you didn’t. Minor issue with vegan ingredient availability but nothing else wrong.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024