ByTheSea Ayr Ayr

ByTheSea Ayr

Guest accommodation ByTheSea Ayr 4 class

Ayr, 16 Queens Terrace

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Set within a stunning conservation area of Victorian and Georgian townhouses, this family-run guesthouse is ideally located within 5 minutes’ walk of the beach and Ayr’s restaurants, bars and shops. There is free Wi-Fi throughout.

Bythesea has recently been carefully refurbished to provide a host of modern comforts whilst still retaining its original Victorian features. The bright and airy guest lounge provides the perfect setting to while away the evenings, whilst the enclosed patio area is available for a spot of sea air. Both areas are child friendly, and there are even toys for the little ones.

Boasting a very central position, Bythesea is within easy walking distance of all of Ayr’s attractions, including a children’s indoor and outdoor activity centre; Pirate Pete’s; Putting Green and Crazy Putting; an indoor leisure centre; Gaiety Theatres; shops; restaurants; and Ayr’s beach.

Rooms: 6
Rate: 29 - 65 GBP


Hotel information

Your hosts, Julie and Wilson McIlwaine, will endeavour to provide you with all that you need during your stay, including a wealth of information on local tourist attractions, shops and restaurants.

Hotel Facilities

General:   Parking, Pets Allowed, Garden, Non-Smoking Rooms, Continental Breakfast, Free Parking, Express Check-In/Check-Out, Safety Deposit Box, Heating, Luggage Storage, Gay Friendly, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking, Sun Terrace
Activities:   Children's Playground
Services:   Internet Services, Packed Lunches, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included, Special Diet Menus (on request)

Area information

Queens terrace is considered to be Ayr’s premier seafront location, with Victorian and Georgian town houses framing the spectacular backdrop to the sea.

Bythesea is also just 5-10 minutes from Brig o' Doon at Alloway, the birthplace of Robert Burns.

Important information

Please e-mail or phone the guest house with an estimated arrival time as staff are not always present. ByTheSea have their business mobile number on the main door of the guest house and are contactable at all times. Arrangements will be made for guests to collect keys if the owners are not present. Contact details will be given on the booking confirmation.

Photographic ID is required at check-in.

If you would like to check-in earlier than 15:00, please contact the house at least 24 hours prior to arrival. Subject to availability.

Hotel Policies

Check In:   15:30-23:30
Check Out:   07:00-10:30
Cancellation Policy:   Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.

Children and Extra Bed Policy: All children are welcome.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.
Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 1.

Deposit Policy: No deposit will be charged.

VAT and city/tourist taxes: 17.5 % VAT is included.
Service charge is not applicable.
City/tourist tax is not applicable.

Internet: Wired internet is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Meal Plan: Breakfast is included in the room rate.

Parking: Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Pets: Pets are not allowed.


The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Accepted credit cards:   American Express, Euro/Mastercard, Maestro, Solo, Switch, Visa
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