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Rufflets Country House Hotel

4.0 of 5
Strathkinness Low Road, St. Andrews KY16 9TX, Scotland
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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Southampton, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

Staff were friendly and very helpful. Hotel and surroundings were delightful. Food however did not live up to what we were led to expect from hotel literature one example was cheese selection was very poor and on last night hotel ran out of one of the three cheeses on offer, very poor as plenty of local cheese on offer in... More

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chaska
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW

We stayed for our wedding anniversary and the hotel rooms were large warm and clean , had a great Jacuzzi bath in the bathroom along with a separate shower. Loved the 4 poster bed. The food was excellent although main courses were unusual for a set menu. The breakfast was excellent and the staff were friendly although not from the... More

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Newcastle, Australia
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9 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013 NEW

We stayed at Rufflets for one night in late April. Just a few kilometres out of St Andrews Scotland it was a lovely manor house with big rooms, modern bathrooms and comfortable king beds. The area was rural and very quiet at night. The staff were very friendly and helpful and made us feel right at home. We greatly enjoyed... More

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Falkirk
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013 NEW

We recently had an overnight stay at Rufflets. The hotel is surrounded by beautiful grounds which are well worth a wander round. We found the staff to be helpful and always had a smile. The public rooms are were well presented with comfy sofas to relax with a coffee or drink. We had a corner room which was nicely furnished... More

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Dundee
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

Rufflets has long been a famiily favourite, and it is wonderful to see how it has thrived and grown over the thirty plus years we've been visiting St Andrews. A recent wedding, held in the modern addition of the stunning Garden Room was smoothly handled by smiling and efficient staff. An especial thumbs up to the extremely capable young Irish... More

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StephenOwen, General Manager at Rufflets Country House Hotel, responded to this review
May 11, 2013

Dear MadreV Thank you so much for your kind words - we are all delighted to be able to read how much you enjoyed not only the wedding, but also the Afternoon Tea the next day. Angela is, as you say, a real asset to the team, and always leads by example, which does rub-off on some of the younger... More

Dundee, United Kingdom
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

We enjoyed a good meal but our drinks were served by a waitress whose pigtail swept against our glasses. The two waitresses serving in the dining room had hair falling all over their faces. They constantly fingered their hair while serving us.One waitress had her hair tied back.

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StephenOwen, General Manager at Rufflets Country House Hotel, responded to this review
May 11, 2013

Many thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback. Clearly I was pleased to read that you had enjoyed your meal, but less so to hear that it was spoiled by something that should not have happened, and I am very sorry. As with all feedback - we do listen - and we have re-visited our procedures to ensure... More

Paisley, Scotland, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

Stayed here with family and was a great experience. Place was very clean and comfortable. Food was great, had lunch, dinner and breakfast and were all worth it. Bar staff were also great. Location was great only a 5 min taxi from town centre. Thank you!

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Dublin
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Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

Far too often in Britain "Country House Hotel" means "We can't be bothered to clean the place very often or be pleasant to the guests". Not with Rufflets; this immaculate, smaller hotel is just outside St. Andrews set in beautiful and well maintained gardens. It has genuine country charm with exquisite interior design that retains its character. The staff are... More

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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2013

Having visited Rufflets many times when I was a student (way back in the 1970s) it was novel to stay here, even if only for one night. The bar staff were first class: knowledgeable about the different gins on offer and, even if we had only one G&T, we felt as if we had a custom-made cocktail. The room was... More

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St. Louis
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2013

Just returned from an extended trip to Scotland with a small group of friends where I had the good fortune to stay at charming Rufflets Country House! From the moment we entered the gracious and welcoming "lobby" - we were made to feel like treasured friends. The staff is so accommodating and knowledgeable - so willing to share their extensive... More

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StephenOwen, General Manager at Rufflets Country House Hotel, responded to this review
May 11, 2013

Delighted to read how much you enjoyed the short (too short?) stay at the hotel. Rufflets is a very special hotel, and even though we are located on the edge of St Andrews, we are an ideal place to spend time in on a trip to the town - whether it be for golf, or just to enjoy some of... More

 
 
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Also Known As:
Rufflets Country House Hotel St. Andrews
Rufflets Country Hotel
Rufflets Country St Andrews
Rufflets Country House Hotel St. Andrews, Scotland
Address: Strathkinness Low Road, St. Andrews KY16 9TX, Scotland
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Region: United Kingdom > Scotland > Fife > St. Andrews
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#1 Romantic Hotels in St. Andrews
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#6 Business Hotels in St. Andrews
Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
This luxury country house hotel is situated 1.5 miles west of City Centre. The hotel features 25 individually styled bedrooms and suites (including family suites) and is set in 10 acres of award winning gardens. A member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, the hotel has been in the same family ownership since 1952. ... more   less 
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