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Rufflets Country House

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#5 of 23 hotels in St. Andrews
Description: Charming country house set in 10 acres of gardens; turreted mansion house has been in the same family ownership since 1952.
  • Address
    Strathkinness Low Road
    St. Andrews KY16 9TX
    Scotland
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars Based on 40 traveler reviews
  • What to Expect:
    • 4 based on 33 reviews Rooms
    • 4 based on 33 reviews Service
    • 4 based on 32 reviews Value
    • 4.5 based on 33 reviews Cleanliness
    • 3.5 based on 11 reviews Dining
  • Recommended For:
    • 60% based on 34 reviews An amazing honeymoon
    • 50% based on 34 reviews Older travelers
    • 20% based on 34 reviews Families with young children
    • 20% based on 34 reviews Young singles
    • 20% based on 34 reviews Families with teenagers

Reviews of Rufflets Country House

( 1-10 of 40 )
Jun 4, 2008

We needed 2 rooms for our family, but also the ability for my husband to smoke..a problem now in the now nonsmoking Scotland. They gave us a nice set up. 2 rooms out in the lodge where he could just step outside. Our room was comfortable but not luxurious, with a king bed. The girls had 2 twins in the... more

May 26, 2008

Have just returned from a fantastic stay at this wonderful hotel - and it is one of the best of its type. As country house hotels go, there are a few areas that are perhaps a bit old (shabby chique), but this is all part of the charm of the place. I suppose if you want spotless and soul-less, then... more

May 10, 2008
0/1 found this review helpful

Booked online due to need to be in St Andrews at very short notice and having stayed previously with my company my expectations were high. Sadly disappointed by laclustre atmosphere, staff seemed quite unsure of their role and managers who seemed to be lacking in every department. I was unable to have dinner due to other commitments but if the... more

4 of 5 stars
Lanarkshire
Apr 16, 2008

Just returned from a truly fabulous trip to St Andrews, and having chanced upon Rufflets, had booked a room there on spec. Even though we turned up without a booking, they could not have been more welcoming. Were offered a choice of two rooms, and went for room on the second floor over looking the lawn. We haggled aa bit... more

Apr 3, 2008
2/4 found this review helpful

We booked Rufflets via a late booking site and opted for the luxury room at half price (£99 per night). First impressions on entering the lobby could have been better as there was a faintly unpleasant smell that lingered with us until we got used to it. We were taken to our room on the first floor - the downstairs... more

Management response from
Gildor, General Manager

I was, as perhaps expected, disappointed to read this review, and we have clearly failed to deliver the expectations of this guest. Sometimes, things do not go well, and whilst there are background reasons as to the problems with hot water (or lack of it) on the day, do not want to make excuses, and the hotel has apologised for...

Feb 19, 2008
1/5 found this review helpful

We were pretty disappointed with this hotel. It's advertised as a 4/5 star place but is not up to the task as the little details are lacking and the place is way over-formal. We stayed here for the weekend and were put up in the Gatehouse and not in the main hotel building. The room was standard, nothing special, with... more

5 of 5 stars
Edinburgh
Feb 8, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

Having stayed at Rufflets once before we were very excited to be returning to attend a party being held in the newly built function suite. As ever the we were greeted very warmly at the reception and shown to our room which was described as standard but was very plush indeed and immaculately clean. The hotel has a wonderful homely... more

5 of 5 stars
scotland
Nov 25, 2007
2/2 found this review helpful

Having stayed at the old course in st andrews before we were looking for something different and Rufflets fully exceeded our expectations. After an exceptionally quick check in with the helpful staff we were escorted to our turret room, number 5. Inspite of reading all about the rooms before we arrived on opening the door we were absolutely delighted with... more

5 of 5 stars
London
Sep 27, 2007
3/3 found this review helpful

I have travel a lot with my work and have to spend a lot of time away from home. I have stayed in some very expensive hotels with big names, however here at Rufflets I found a little piece of heaven! I stayed in room 25, which was descrided as a standard double, however there was nothing standard about it.... more

5 of 5 stars
Edinburgh
Sep 23, 2007
3/3 found this review helpful

We (3 bridesmaids) arrived on a Friday afternoon sans car. One of our party asked if it was possible to walk to St Andrews from the hotel. The man at reception, who we think was the manager, said he was going to the bank and offered us a lift, which we greatfully accepted. This was the first of many examples... more

Reviews of Rufflets Country House

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Strathkinness Low Road, St. Andrews KY16 9TX, Scotland