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4- and 5-star hotels in Girvan
A shortlist of 4- and 5-star stays in Girvan, from a coastal castle resort to self-catering cottages on the Ayrshire shore. It suits couples, families and golfers looking at Girvan and its surrounding coastline.
Staying in Girvan
Girvan sits on the Ayrshire coast, with the sea always nearby, and stays here run from grand resort hotels to cottages and apartments in the villages around it. Trump Turnberry a Luxury Collection Resort Scotland and Turnberry Apartments stand on the Turnberry side, on Maidens Road and Milton Wynd, with Ailsa Shores on Girvan Road at Turnberry. Glenapp Castle lies in the Ayrshire countryside by Girvan. The Southfield Hotel sits at 18 The Avenue in Girvan, and Fisher Holiday Cottage Ayrshire is on Kirkwood Place in the town. Burnside Farm B & B has a Girvan address. Below them come the 4-star properties, several with full kitchens and free car parking. Couples taking a short break can pick a resort or a castle; families and groups do well in the cottages and apartments around Maidens, Turnberry and Dailly, where pets are often allowed and golf courses and beaches are close.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Trump Turnberry a Luxury Collection Resort Scotland
Maidens Road, Girvan, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereSet on Maidens Road, this 5-star resort pairs an indoor pool and fitness center with a golf course and archery on site. Families are covered by family rooms and babysitting service, while a concierge and 24 hour front desk handle the rest. A 4.6 out of 5 guest rating across 1066 reviews marks it as the best-reviewed stay on this shortlist. Suits golfers, couples and families wanting a full-service base near the beach.
See Trump Turnberry a Luxury Collection Resort ScotlandGlenapp Castle
Ayrshire, Girvan, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereA 5-star country house surrounded by a garden, with a restaurant and bar indoors and fishing, archery and horse back riding available. Pets are allowed and family rooms, babysitting service and a 24 hour front desk make it workable for several kinds of guest. Sea views and a lounge with fireplace give it a quieter, more traditional character than the resort down the road. Best for those who want grounds to wander and dining on site.
See Glenapp CastleThe Southfield Hotel
18 The Avenue Ayrshire Girvan Ka26 9Ds, Girvan, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereOn The Avenue in Girvan, this 4-star hotel keeps things simple: a bar, free wifi, free car parking and a garden, plus wheelchair accessible access. Its 4.5 out of 5 rating from 118 reviews is strong for a small property. A practical choice for travellers who want a central Girvan address and easy parking rather than extensive leisure facilities.
See The Southfield HotelTurnberry Apartments
Milton Wynd, Girvan, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereThese 4-star apartments on Milton Wynd suit longer stays and groups, with a full kitchen including dishwasher, oven, microwave and refrigerator, plus laundry service and lifts. Family rooms, pets allowed and a terrace and garden add flexibility, and free parking and wifi are included. A good fit if you would rather self-cater and be near the golf course than stay in a serviced hotel.
See Turnberry ApartmentsMeadowbank
1 Kirkoswald Road Maidens, Girvan, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereA 4-star house on Kirkoswald Road in Maidens, close to the beach, with a kitchen, dishwasher, washing machine and garden. Pets are allowed and high chairs are provided, so families with children and dogs are both accommodated. Parking is free. Suits self-catering guests who want sea air and a base for exploring the Ayrshire coast.
See MeadowbankHonesty Cottage
8 Ardlochan Avenue Maidens, Girvan, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThis 4-star cottage on Ardlochan Avenue in Maidens brings a fireplace, garden and a kitchen with oven, microwave and washing machine. It sits near the beach, takes pets and supplies high chairs and a cot for younger children. Free parking. A cosy option for couples or small families after a quiet coastal break.
See Honesty CottageAilsa Shores
11 Girvan Road Turnberry, Girvan, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereOn Girvan Road in Turnberry, this 4-star property looks out to the sea and sits beside a golf course, with fishing also on the list. Inside there is a fireplace, a kitchen with dishwasher and a garden, and both a cot and high chairs are available. Pets allowed, free parking. Suits golfers and families wanting space and a coastal setting.
See Ailsa ShoresBrunston Castle
Brunston Avenue Dailly, Girvan, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereBrunston Castle is a 4-star property on Brunston Avenue in Dailly, with a garden and a golf course close by, plus fishing for guests. The kitchen covers oven, microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator, so self-catering is straightforward, and parking is free. A calm choice for guests who want countryside rather than a town-centre stay.
See Brunston CastleFisher Holiday Cottage Ayrshire
Kirkwood Place, Girvan, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereThis 4-star cottage on Kirkwood Place offers a kitchenette and kitchen, a fireplace, terrace and patio, and free wifi and parking. Pets are allowed and there are family rooms, a cot and a sofa bed, plus express check in for a quick arrival. Near the beach and a golf course. Well suited to families or groups who want outdoor space and self-catering.
See Fisher Holiday Cottage AyrshireBurnside Farm B & B
Girvan Ka26 9Jh, Girvan, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereA 4-star bed and breakfast in Girvan, with sea views, a garden and breakfast served in your room. Free wifi and free parking are provided, and the rooms are non smoking with toiletries and towels supplied. Small and personal rather than a full-service hotel. Best for couples or solo travellers who prefer a hosted stay close to the beach.
See Burnside Farm B & B
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trump Turnberry a Luxury Collection Resort Scotland | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | Yes |
| Glenapp Castle | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| The Southfield Hotel | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – |
| Turnberry Apartments | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes |
| Meadowbank | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes |
| Honesty Cottage | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes |
| Ailsa Shores | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes |
| Brunston Castle | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – |
| Fisher Holiday Cottage Ayrshire | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes |
| Burnside Farm B & B | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For couples
Trump Turnberry a Luxury Collection Resort Scotland is the top-rated pick here, 4.6 out of 5 from 1066 reviews, with bars, a massage service and an indoor pool, while Glenapp Castle adds a garden, restaurant(s), bar and sea views. Burnside Farm B & B offers a smaller, quieter stay with breakfast in room and free wifi.
Trump Turnberry a Luxury Collection Resort Scotland · Glenapp Castle · Burnside Farm B & B
For families
Turnberry Apartments, Fisher Holiday Cottage Ayrshire, Meadowbank and Honesty Cottage all offer family rooms or cots, kitchens with oven, microwave and refrigerator, gardens and free car parking, and each is non smoking. Cottages at Maidens and Turnberry add beach nearby and high chairs.
Turnberry Apartments · Fisher Holiday Cottage Ayrshire · Meadowbank · Honesty Cottage
For pet owners
Glenapp Castle, Turnberry Apartments, Meadowbank, Honesty Cottage, Ailsa Shores and Fisher Holiday Cottage Ayrshire all allow pets. Most of these are self-catering with gardens and free car parking, which keeps a dog-friendly break simple on the Ayrshire coast.
Glenapp Castle · Turnberry Apartments · Meadowbank · Honesty Cottage · Ailsa Shores · Fisher Holiday Cottage Ayrshire
For self-catering
Turnberry Apartments, Meadowbank, Honesty Cottage, Ailsa Shores, Brunston Castle and Fisher Holiday Cottage Ayrshire provide kitchens with oven, microwave and refrigerator, plus washing machines in most. All have free car parking, and several sit near a beach or a golf course.
Turnberry Apartments · Meadowbank · Honesty Cottage · Ailsa Shores · Brunston Castle · Fisher Holiday Cottage Ayrshire
Where to stay in Girvan
Turnberry
Turnberry is named in the addresses of Trump Turnberry a Luxury Collection Resort Scotland, on Maidens Road, Turnberry Apartments on Milton Wynd and Ailsa Shores on Girvan Road, Turnberry.
Our picks here: Ailsa Shores
Maidens
Both are cottages with kitchens, gardens, free car parking, non smoking rooms and pets allowed, and both list beach nearby, making this a quiet coastal base.
Our picks here: Meadowbank · Honesty Cottage
Dailly
Brunston Castle on Brunston Avenue Dailly is the one listed hotel whose address names Dailly. It is a 4-star self-catering property with a kitchen, dishwasher, garden, fishing, a golf course and free car parking, and it is non smoking.
Our picks here: Brunston Castle
Questions, answered
Which Girvan hotel has the best guest rating?
Trump Turnberry a Luxury Collection Resort Scotland is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1066 reviews. The Southfield Hotel follows with 4.5 out of 5 from 118 reviews. The other 4- and 5-star properties on this list carry no guest rating in the data.
Do any of these hotels offer free parking?
Yes. Free car parking is listed at Trump Turnberry a Luxury Collection Resort Scotland, Glenapp Castle, The Southfield Hotel, Turnberry Apartments, Meadowbank, Honesty Cottage, Ailsa Shores, Brunston Castle, Fisher Holiday Cottage Ayrshire and Burnside Farm B & B.
Are pets allowed in Girvan hotels?
Glenapp Castle, Turnberry Apartments, Meadowbank, Honesty Cottage, Ailsa Shores and Fisher Holiday Cottage Ayrshire all list pets allowed. The other properties on this shortlist do not mention pets in their facilities.
Which Girvan stays have a pool or spa facilities?
Trump Turnberry a Luxury Collection Resort Scotland lists an indoor pool, a fitness centre and a massage service, along with a 24 hour front desk. Glenapp Castle lists massage as well. No other property on this list names a pool.
Which Girvan hotels are best for families?
Turnberry Apartments, Meadowbank, Honesty Cottage, Fisher Holiday Cottage Ayrshire and Glenapp Castle list family rooms. Honesty Cottage and Ailsa Shores add cots, and the cottages have high chairs, kitchens and gardens.
Which Girvan hotel is closest to the centre?
The Southfield Hotel at 18 The Avenue and Fisher Holiday Cottage Ayrshire on Kirkwood Place have Girvan addresses in the town itself. Trump Turnberry a Luxury Collection Resort Scotland and Turnberry Apartments are on the Turnberry side, at Maidens Road and Milton Wynd.
Do any of these Girvan properties have a restaurant or bar?
Glenapp Castle lists restaurant(s), bars and room service, and Trump Turnberry a Luxury Collection Resort Scotland lists bars. The Southfield Hotel also has a bar. The cottages and apartments are self-catering with kitchens.
Can I stay in a self-catering apartment or cottage in Girvan?
Yes. Turnberry Apartments is the apartment option, with kitchen, dishwasher, microwave, oven and refrigerator. Meadowbank, Honesty Cottage, Ailsa Shores, Brunston Castle and Fisher Holiday Cottage Ayrshire are self-catering cottages, most with a washing machine and free car parking.