This luxury hotel lies close to the harbour city of Ayr in the southwest of Scotland. It is to be found amidst some of the most beautiful grounds in the country, at the heart of 320 hectares of greenery. On one side the grounds border the impressive coastline of the Irish Sea and on the other side the gently rolling Scottish landscape. The idyllic location amidst nature and the fascinating history of the house ensure a stay here will be a most unforgettable experience. It is only 10 km to the train station and just 33 km to Glasgow's Prestwick airport.||Guests are received here in one of the world's best resorts, one which successfully combines history with modernity. The internationally renowned hotel offers a unique location between untamed nature and the undisturbed coastline. Excellent accommodation, fabulous cuisine, cosy communal area and the famed Scottish hospitality are all to be enjoyed here. Luxury and elegance form the background of a stay here and there is a range of sporting, meeting and leisure options to choose from. Comprising 2 buildings, this hotel was completely renovated in 2006 and features a total of 219 rooms and suites as well as 89 villas. The lobby includes a 24-hour reception, a safe, a currency exchange facility and a lift. Amongst the facilities count a bar, a hairdressing salon, conference facilities and a restaurant. Room and laundry services are available, as is a WLAN access point. A car park is also available for those arriving by car.||Each of the traditional rooms conforms to high standards of accommodation and comes with high quality fabrics and elegant furniture. In accordance to the era in which the house was built (under the reign of Edward VII), the rooms enjoy a unique atmosphere as well as breathtaking views of the sea. They comprise a bathroom with hairdryer, a direct dial telephone, Internet access, satellite/ cable TV, a minibar/ fridge, tea and coffee making facilities, a double bed and a hire safe.