The Gailes Hotel and Spa

4.0 star property
4-star golf hotel near Western Gailes Golf Club

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Coffee shop
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments
Indoor wedding
Premium Room | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Marine Drive, Gailes, Irvine, Scotland, KA11 5AE
  • Western Gailes Golf Club
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Dundonald Links
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Irvine Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Premium Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Executive Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Irvine

Close to the beach.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Irvine hotel, you'll find Western Gailes Golf Club and Irvine Beach. Royal Troon Golf Club is within 6 miles (10 km) and Prestwick Golf Club is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Western Gailes Golf Club - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Dundonald Links - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Glasgow Gailes - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Irvine Beach - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Royal Troon Golf Club - 8 min drive - 5.6 miles

Getting around

  • Irvine Station - 3 min drive
  • Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Auld Brig (Wetherspoon) - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Si! Cafe:Bar:Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Porthead Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Clubhouse - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Gailes Hotel and Spa

4-star golf hotel near Western Gailes Golf Club
The Gailes Hotel and Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, a health club, and a hot tub. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 3 meeting rooms available. A sauna, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly The Gailes Hotel and Spa.

This 4-star Irvine hotel is smoke free.

  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 2003
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Gailes Hotel and Spa offers 42 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The onsite spa has 8 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. 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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf driving range
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Pro golf shop
  • Sauna
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15.0 per night.

Property 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
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.0 per night
  • Facilities fee: GBP 20.00 per person, per day and includes use of: sauna; hot tub; fitness 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, debit cards, and cash
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
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, 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash.

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.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Gailes Hotel Irvine
Gailes Hotel
Gailes Irvine
The Gailes Hotel Restaurant
The Gailes Hotel Restaurant
The Gailes Hotel and Spa Hotel
The Gailes Hotel and Spa Irvine
The Gailes Hotel and Spa Hotel Irvine

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Gailes Hotel and Spa to the airport?

The Gailes Hotel and Spa is 8.3 mi (12-min drive) away from the Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Gailes Hotel and Spa have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Gailes Hotel and Spa.

How close is The Gailes Hotel and Spa to the beach?

This hotel is 1.6 mi (4-min drive) from Irvine Beach and 13.1 mi (24-min drive) from Ayr Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Gailes Hotel and Spa offer free breakfast?

The Gailes Hotel and Spa offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at The Gailes Hotel and Spa?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Gailes Hotel and Spa?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Gailes Hotel and Spa?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Gailes Hotel and Spa have a pool?

The Gailes Hotel and Spa does not have a pool.

Does The Gailes Hotel and Spa have a restaurant?

The Gailes Hotel and Spa is home to Coast Restaurant and Bar, which features British cuisine, garden views, and al fresco dining.

Does The Gailes Hotel and Spa have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features prenatal massages, body treatments, and body scrubs.

How close is The Gailes Hotel and Spa to downtown Irvine?

The Gailes Hotel and Spa is 1.6 mi away from Irvine.

The Gailes Hotel and Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 357 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 129 out of 357 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 357 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 357 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 357 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Gregor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

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

Nice

Nice, smart, comfortable, lots of parking space
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Neil

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A few mistakes made!

Dog barking in one of the rooms at 8.30pm. Fire alarm went off for 30 seconds at 6.30am. Charged my card twice for the room and now I have to wait 5 days for a refund!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Business traveler
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

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

Top marks for Keiran the chef!

AMAZING!!! The restaurant team were simply the best. We had our 7 year old grandson with us who has autism, and the staff went well over and above for us. George spoke to him, Keiran the chef came out of the kitchen to see him. Truly exceptional and in his words “the best night ever”. Service goes a long way and this whole team nailed it, even with our annoyingly awkward requests with our meals. We love a night away and I have not experienced service like this for a long time. The management team should be proud of a truly exceptional front of house team, and of course a special mention to Keiran for making it a night to remember.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Olwen

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

Holiday olwen

My husband and i had a lovely stay at the Gailes hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bartosz

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All ok
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Nathan

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy A

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

helen

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

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Findlay

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Anne, Glasgow

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming entry with polite staff. Very clean rooms and hotel. Excellent stands
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lesley

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Lovely hotel if you play golf

Hotel is in a lovely location, we were lucky to get a view of the gardens (not the car park). Room was comfortable and clean, we were disappointed with the bathroom, there is mould on the ceiling and the shower mixer tap had the central section missing which would have shown how it worked (room 8 on group floor. Service in the bar was good, bar area was comfortable. Food was OK at dinner, disappointed with my breakfast order of smoked salmon and scrambled eggs as the eggs were dry and over cooked and not very hot. We were not impressed with the morning check out process, the bill was not itemised, I was not given an actual value of the bill until I asked just advised there was enough credit on my account to cover all charges. When I requested itemisation I was advised they could only give me a photo copy of the till receipt from the bar.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark

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

10/10 Excellent

M

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friday Night Stay

Hotel was very clean and well maintained. Hotels.com guests do not get spa included in price though and are charged £40 on arrival. This should be clearer advertised when booking.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Lee

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

6/10 Okay

Theresa

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Disappointed

Ok accommodation for a 1 night stay, mattress needs replacing. Bedding needs updating as quite rough. Room looks tired and dull. Bathroom requires upgrading, very dark and dingy, service panel for water pipes stuck on with blu-tak, not professional. Breakfast was awful, cheap ingredients and cooked to a poor quality. Staff were lovely, professional and approachable. For a 4 star hotel, I was very disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

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

6/10 Okay

Gurjit

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful & quiet very relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Phil

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024