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4-star hotels in Leven
This shortlist gathers the 4-star hotels and self-catering stays in Leven, on the Fife coast of Scotland. It suits couples, families and small groups who want space and a kitchen, and business travellers who need parking and wifi.
Staying in Leven
Leven sits on the Fife coast in Scotland, with the beach, golf courses and coastal paths close at hand. The 8 places on this shortlist are spread across the town and the villages around it: addresses run from Upper Largo and Emsdorf Road to Elie, Buckhaven, Lahill Mains and Scoonie Road. That spread means you can be in the town centre, a few steps from the shore, or out in the countryside.
Couples short on time do well with Stonesthrow Elie or Stables Loft Elie, both near the beach and with parking. Families and groups get more room, kitchens and gardens at Cabin at Aithernie, Cutty Sark Cottage and Bramble Cottage. Business travellers who want lifts, a restaurant and conference space look to 19 Emsdorf Road Leven, and anyone touring Fife by car will find free parking at almost every property.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Monturpie Guest House
Upper Largo Gps: 56 13' 27.3396'' N 2 54' 56.1096'' W Ky8 5Qs St Andrews Fife Upper Largost. Andrews Ky8 5Qs, Leven, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereA 4-star guest house in Upper Largo with a garden and terrace, plus free parking and free wifi, so you can settle in without fuss. Sea views and a golf course nearby suit guests who want the Fife coast on the doorstep, and family rooms keep groups together. Special diets are catered for.
See Monturpie Guest House19 Emsdorf Road Leven
Ky8 6Aa Leven Fife Gb Leven, Leven, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThis 4-star address on Emsdorf Road in Leven has a restaurant and conference facilities, which makes it practical for guests mixing work with a stay. Lifts, parking and free wifi cover the basics, and the garden gives you somewhere to step outside between engagements.
See 19 Emsdorf Road LevenStables Loft Elie
Mid Stables Flat Liberty, Leven, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereA 4-star loft at Mid Stables Flat with a kitchen and washing machine, ideal for longer stays where you would rather cook than eat out. The beach and a golf course are nearby, free parking is included, and pets are allowed, so the whole household can come along.
See Stables Loft ElieStonesthrow Elie
28 Bank Street, Leven, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereStonesthrow on Bank Street is a 4-star base with a fireplace and a full kitchen, including a dishwasher, microwave and oven. Beach and golf are close by, pets are welcome, and free parking and wifi make it easy for couples or families staying several nights in Elie.
See Stonesthrow ElieCabin at Aithernie
Aithernie Lodge, Leven, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereA 4-star cabin at Aithernie Lodge with a games room, badminton and a garden, well suited to families who want space to play as well as rest. A kitchen, fireplace and patio add comfort, cots and high chairs are provided, and parking and wifi come free.
See Cabin at AithernieBramble Cottage
1 Bramble Bankscoonie Road, Leven, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereBramble Cottage is a 4-star self-catering option with a kitchen and washing machine, which suits guests planning a longer, independent stay near Leven. Pets are allowed, a cot is available for families, and both parking and wifi are free.
See Bramble Cottage30 College Street Buckhaven Leven Fife Ky81jx
30 College Street, Leven, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereA kitchen and laundry service help on longer visits, and a golf course and bowling are nearby, with free parking and free wifi.
See 30 College Street Buckhaven Leven Fife Ky81jxCutty Sark Cottage
Whinhill Lahill Mains, Leven, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereCutty Sark Cottage is a 4-star apartment at Whinhill in Lahill Mains with sea views from a garden and terrace. A kitchen with dishwasher and oven supports self-catering, pets are allowed, and high chairs and cots are on hand, with free parking and free wifi included.
See Cutty Sark Cottage
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monturpie Guest House | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| 19 Emsdorf Road Leven | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Stables Loft Elie | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Stonesthrow Elie | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Cabin at Aithernie | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Bramble Cottage | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| 30 College Street Buckhaven Leven Fife Ky81jx | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Cutty Sark Cottage | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Cabin at Aithernie, Cutty Sark Cottage, Bramble Cottage and Monturpie Guest House all list family rooms, cots and high chairs where needed, plus kitchens or kitchenettes. Cabin at Aithernie adds a games room, terrace and picnic area, while Cutty Sark Cottage has a garden and patio. Bramble Cottage is the smallest and simplest of the group.
Cabin at Aithernie · Cutty Sark Cottage · Bramble Cottage · Monturpie Guest House
For couples
Stonesthrow Elie and Stables Loft Elie sit near the beach and have fireplaces, kitchens and free parking, so two people can settle in for a quiet coastal break. Cabin at Aithernie is a third option for couples who want a garden, terrace and games room in a more rural setting.
For business stays
19 Emsdorf Road Leven is the clearest fit for work trips, with conference halls, a restaurant, lifts, parking and wifi. Monturpie Guest House offers free parking and wifi for a quieter base.
19 Emsdorf Road Leven · 30 College Street Buckhaven Leven Fife Ky81jx · Monturpie Guest House
With pets
Stables Loft Elie, Stonesthrow Elie, Cutty Sark Cottage and Bramble Cottage all state that pets are allowed.
Stables Loft Elie · Stonesthrow Elie · Cutty Sark Cottage · Bramble Cottage
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre of Leven?
19 Emsdorf Road Leven carries a Leven address and lists lifts, a restaurant and parking, so it is the most central pick. Monturpie Guest House sits at Upper Largo, and the Elie properties are out along the coast, so both need a car for town.
Do any of these 4-star hotels have parking?
Most do. Free car parking is listed at Monturpie Guest House, Stables Loft Elie, Stonesthrow Elie, Cabin at Aithernie and 30 College Street Buckhaven. 19 Emsdorf Road Leven and Bramble Cottage also list parking, so drivers are covered across the shortlist.
Can I bring a pet?
Yes, at four of the properties: Stables Loft Elie, Stonesthrow Elie, Cutty Sark Cottage and Bramble Cottage all state that pets are allowed. The other 4-star stays on this shortlist do not list pets, so check before booking if you travel with a dog.
Which hotels are best for families?
Cabin at Aithernie, Cutty Sark Cottage, Bramble Cottage and Monturpie Guest House list family rooms, cots or high chairs. Cabin at Aithernie adds a games room and picnic area, Cutty Sark Cottage has a garden and patio, and Monturpie Guest House keeps a sofa bed and garden.
Which is the top-rated pick?
The shortlist is ordered with the best-reviewed rooms first, after recent rates, so the properties at the top of the page are the strongest by guest rating. All 8 places shown here hold a 4-star class and free wifi, with kitchens or kitchenettes at most of them.
Do the hotels have a pool or spa?
No. None of these 4-star properties lists a pool or a spa. Instead you find golf courses at Monturpie Guest House, Stables Loft Elie, Stonesthrow Elie, Cabin at Aithernie and 30 College Street Buckhaven, plus bowling at the Buckhaven address.
Is breakfast served?
Breakfast is not listed as a facility at any of these properties. Some list special diets, and the self-catering stays such as Stonesthrow Elie, Stables Loft Elie, Cutty Sark Cottage and Cabin at Aithernie provide kitchens or kitchenettes, so you can prepare your own meals.
Which hotels suit a short break by the sea?
Stables Loft Elie and Stonesthrow Elie both list beach nearby, and Cutty Sark Cottage and Monturpie Guest House list sea views.