I stayed in this hotel for four nights while working in Kirkcaldy, but would not recommend it. It’s a bit tired and past its best, and it’s quite far (about three miles) from the centre of Kirkcaldy, although there is a retail park (Sainsbury, Next, fast food etc) within walking distance. Although the hotel didn’t seem particularly busy, I was directed to a 'chalet' rather than a room in the main building. This turned out to be possibly the smallest detached house in the world – a bit like a miniature Barratt home with just enough room for a double bedroom and bathroom. Each chalet has its own parking space, carefully sized so that you step out of your car straight onto the muddy grass. The interior was adequate, with a small TV which could just about manage all five terrestrial channels. Water pressure in the shower was just strong enough to flush out the spiders which congregated there overnight. Cleaning seemed OK, though I noticed (in March) the remains of some Christmas decorations and festive catering behind the desk when I was plugging in my laptop. The restaurant food was typical of many British hotels - passable, but certainly not great value for money. On the plus side, breakfast was good and the service was very pleasant if a bit amateurish - they immediately removed from my bill a pasta and white wine spritzer I definitely hadn't consumed, and did likewise for a colleague about ten minutes later - well somebody must have had it! All in all, the Dean Park is one to avoid, even if someone else is paying. I don't know what the standard rate is but it cost my employer £63 a night B&B - very poor value, but sadly not unusual for this type of hotel in the UK.

Stayed on several occassions for business. Hotel fine, staff and food great. Free wireless network in lounge an added bonus!

Yorkie46

Stayed at this hotel for 2 weeks in February whilst on business. Booked by my employer so had no choice but to stay here.

The first room I was offered in the first week had the bath panel hanging off, filthy bath & shower and a mattress that you could spit peas through.

I was then moved to another room which was slightly better, however it was very noisy and the shower did not work properly.

When I arrived back the second week (2 days later), the hotel had converted many of its rooms to smoking rooms and as a result I was unable to be provided with a non-smoking double room as booked in advance.

Basically, the entire upstairs corridor was stinking of cigarette smoke that was leaking from the smoking rooms. It was appalling.

I cannot recommend this hotel to anyone.

The staff were very happy and friendly. The service was excllent and the food was amazing.