Set within a stunning conservation area of Victorian and Georgian townhouses, this family-run guest house is ideally located within 2 minutes’ walk from the beach. There is free Wi-Fi. Each room has an en suite shower room, a flat-screen TV, tea/coffee making facilities and cookies. Boasting a very central position, Bythesea is within easy walking distance of all of Ayr’s attractions. Restaurants, bars and shops are within 5 minutes' walk from the property. Free on-street parking permits can be provided upon request.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Ayr, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

FREE parking!


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
8.9
High score for Ayr
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jean
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very clean, lots of attention to detail. Owners were lovely. Breakfast was amazing and plentiful. Room was small but well laid out.
  • Glenys
    Australia Australia
    Perfect location Very clean and lovely surrounding Big bonus a little fridge
  • Donna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Wee loved the little fridge wee had in our room with the fresh milk and fresh bottle water nice fluffy towels great electric shower, liked the shampoo, conditioner shower gel etc in pump bottles they were nice, great to have a microwave nice touch...
  • Etta
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Perfect. Immaculately clean. Very comfortable bed. Friendly hosts and an amazing breakfast. Would definitely stay again.
  • Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very close proximity to the beach and airshow, excellent breakfast (very tasty and many options), very comfy bed.
  • Ceris
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Absolutely superb welcome and stunning property Amazing Scottish breakfast and great menu choices
  • Fox
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was very nice though rather expensive. Beds were very comfy and room clean. The location was excellent short walk to the beach.
  • Lorraine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful spacious room and bathroom. Fantastic location close to beach and amenities. Lots of little extras such as lovely shampoo, conditioner and body wash. Also fresh milk for tea and coffee. Coffee machine also in room and lots of top up...
  • Danny
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Wilson & Julie where lovely, always there to help
  • Sara
    Italy Italy
    The owner are very kind and makes you feel like at home. Everything is perfectly clean and the room is very comfortable

Managed by Julie and WIlson McIlwaine

Company review score: 9.8Based on 425 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

Bythesea Guest House is perfectly situated next to Ayr sandy beach and a 10 minute walk to the shops,bars and clubs.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of ByTheSea Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Beach
  • Windsurfing
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Luggage storage
  • Packed lunches
  • Express check-in/check-out
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
ByTheSea Guest House takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:30 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardMaestroSoloUnionPay credit cardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are kindly requested to inform the property of their estimated arrival time, as staff are not always present. Arrangements will be made for guests to collect keys if the owners are not present. Contact details will be given on the booking confirmation.

Late check-outs are available on request.

Please inform ByTheSea Guest House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

License number: 9965-5347-6138-0799, D

FAQs about ByTheSea Guest House

  • The nearest beach is just 150 yards from ByTheSea Guest House. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at ByTheSea Guest House is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • Room options at ByTheSea Guest House include:

    • Twin
    • Triple
    • Double
    • Family
  • ByTheSea Guest House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Windsurfing
    • Beach
  • ByTheSea Guest House is 650 yards from the centre of Ayr. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at ByTheSea Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.