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Rusacks St Andrews

5.0 star property

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Pilmour Links, St. Andrews, Scotland, KY16 9JQ
  • Place, Old Course at St Andrews
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of St. Andrews
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dundee (DND)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, Balcony (Young Tom Morris)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room (Links King or Twin)

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Suite (18th View)

Deluxe Suite (18th View)

  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room (Rusacks Junior)

Double Room (Rusacks Junior)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room (Rusacks King or Twin)

Room (Rusacks King or Twin)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Double Room (Rusacks)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Double Room (18th View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, Balcony (Swilcan King or Twin)

Room, Balcony (Swilcan King or Twin)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Room, 2 Double Beds (Rusacks Double Double)

Room, 2 Double Beds (Rusacks Double Double)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

St. Andrews

When you stay at Rusacks St Andrews in St. Andrews, you'll be next to a golf course, just steps from University of St. Andrews and Old Course at St Andrews. .This golf hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from St Andrews - Jubilee Course and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Swilken Bridge.

What's nearby

  • Old Course at St Andrews - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • University of St. Andrews - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • West Sands - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St. Andrew's Cathedral - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Leuchars Station - 8 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dunvegan Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪St Andrews Links Clubhouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪St Andrews Students' Association - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jigger Inn - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The One Under - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Rusacks St Andrews

Georgian hotel with 2 restaurants, steps from University of St. Andrews
Rusacks St Andrews offers 123 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include safes and coffee/tea makers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 123 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a fitness center or take in the view from a rooftop terrace. Additional features at this Georgian hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Grab a bite at 18, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff.
A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.
18 - Overlooking the golf course, this restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
The Bridge - Overlooking the golf course, this restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
One Under Bar - Onsite bar. Open daily.
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Valet parking on site (GBP 35 per day)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • 18
  • One Under Bar
  • The Bridge

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle tours
  • Gym
  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-width doorways (81 centimetre wide)

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1887
  • Georgian architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 35 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 50.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: GBP 35 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 35 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 50.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking and high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Macdonald Rusacks
Macdonald Rusacks Hotel
Macdonald Rusacks Hotel St. Andrews
Macdonald Rusacks St. Andrews
Rusacks
Rusacks Hotel
Macdonald Rusacks Hotel St. Andrews, Scotland
Macdonald Rusacks St Andrews
Hotel Macdonald Rusacks

Rusacks St Andrews Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 347 out of 429 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 429 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 429 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 429 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 429 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location, Felt like you were on the Old Cpurse
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely break. Food in Bridge Restaurant was to a very high standard. Restaurant staff were all very pleasant and service was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugo

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Excellent location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teveka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Many options for drinks and food. Breakfast was wonderful and your view is the 18th hole. Amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Washington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jamie was a fantastic help with the hotel and surrounding amenities in St. Andrews. The hotel is amazing, wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
DO NOT APPLY
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The vibe and character of this hotel was perfect for us, as golfers. Everything in this hotel is beautiful. The pasta was excellent and the rooftop restaurant 18 was amazing. Rooms were comfy, spacious and walking out to the 18th hole at St Andrew’s Old Course was epic.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place, staff and service were wonderful. Very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

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

Loved the Rusacks!

We just loved being at the Rusacks - St. Andrews! Our room was very comfortable & offered an amazing view overlooking the Old Course & West Sands Beach.the staff & servers were exceptional. We'll definitely recommend to others and hope to return ourselves some day!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible location and facility. Historic hotel lived up to every expectation. Room was very comfortable and had a great view of the Old Course. Rooftop bar had great view, drinks and food. Can’t wait to stay there again in the future.
View from room
View from rooftop bar
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

dragos

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location, views of 1st and 18th hole of Old Course. The king bed is two double put together, not very confortable The shower plumbing does not drain very well The 18 th restaurant turned us away for lunch in spite of the ads Not worth the room charge
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk, lake forest

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One can just walk into the city from the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raj

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hands down I can’t imagine a better place to stay in st Andrew’s. Our balcony overlooked the sea, swilcan bridge, old course hotels and holes 1 and a18, and their clubhouse. Walk to everything and people are beyond friendly and helpful here. I rate it a 10+!!!
Old course clubhouse
Swilcan Bridge on old course 18!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory, Whitestone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hillary

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryce, New York

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property, well located. And (if you are going in summer - incredible air conditioning!). Staff was amazing and rooms were well appointed and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

belinda

Travelled with partner
The property is very historic but other than that stay somewhere less expensive newer and a little farther away
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna, Athens

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025