Seaton House

I treated my husband to a night's stay in the Seaton House Hotel for part of his 60th birthday celebrations. I decided to go for the DB&B option with a deluxe room. Eating in the Ondine Oyster and a Grill. When we arrived we were offered a beverage straight away whilst checking in. Lovely touch. The staff at front of house were very attentive, helpful and friendly. We then got our room and all I can say is Wow! We were given a suite with our own private terrace. The room was stunning. Soft drinks and snacks were complimentary and the usual coffee and tea facilities. We ate at the grill at night. There were supplements on the menu depending on what you choose. We started with the oysters to share from the west coast of Scotland and they were amazing. I had scallops and then lobster all fantastic. My husband had squid and then steak and again, fantastic. The service was great with very friendly and polite staff. My husband was impressed so much he wants to go back and I think we definitely will. Highly recommend.

We stayed at the Seton House in late October 2025. This boutique luxury property delivered an outstanding five-star experience. Location & Setting: Simply unbeatable - right next to the 18th green of the Old Course, overlooking the ocean on The Scores (reputedly the UK's most expensive street). The location is superior in my opinion to the Old Course Hotel, being closer to town and located on this uniquely picturesque street. It is also the perfect starting point for a walking tour: stroll along The Scores past beautiful properties, the university, castle, church, and historical sites, through town, and back to the golf course. An ideal loop capturing everything St Andrews offers. Service Excellence: The staff exemplifies luxury hospitality. Every team member treated us with a warm, elegant, attentive service that made us feel genuinely special. When I requested an additional bottle of water one evening, the manager had it delivered to my room within minutes. When I tipped the staff member, he seemed almost embarrassed, insisting it wasn't necessary. This is service based on excellence, not expectation of tips, a mark of a fine quality establishment. The Property: Gorgeously appointed throughout with rich wood finishes, ceramic floors, and plush carpeting. The restaurant is beautifully located with exceptional quality food, though portions were modest (typical for fine dining) and expensive. Personally, I preferred some town restaurants, but that's just my preference. The bar area is magnificent overlooking the ocean, and the patio would be lovely for cocktails in warmer weather. Our Signature Room: Beautifully appointed with lovely garden views, luxurious ceramic bathroom, and complimentary coffees, teas, beer, soda, and water. Thick and quiet - we heard nothing, just as we like it. The high-quality luxury feel is unmistakable. Two Minor Considerations: The Signature Rooms (the lowest price point) are quite compact. Ours was on the top floor where the pitched roofline creates angled ceilings that reduce headroom. My wife bumped her head twice navigating around the bed. (Although with greater care this could have been avoided - especially the second time!) The bathroom, while beautiful, is very tight. The heated towel rack (a luxurious touch) is positioned close to the shower exit, and we both inadvertently burned our arms on the very hot towel bar while drying off (with thick and plush towels.) Limited space makes it challenging for two people to unpack and move about comfortably. (Also, the TV is above the desk rather than positioned for bed viewing, though we weren't there to watch television.) Bottom Line: Despite minor spatial constraints, the Seton House delivered an extraordinary stay. The exceptional staff, gorgeous appointments, unbeatable location, and genuine five-star service make this a property I recommend without hesitation. Truly special.

Great luxury hotel with spectacular view of the beach. A very warm Welcome by Houssem , GM and Michael Davern, Director . Super room overlooking the beach. Luxury fittings throughout, with five star service to match. Extremely comfortable bed, beautiful linens . All great for our stay. A good Scottish Breakfast completed our break. Highly recommend… we will be back.

A warm and experienced welcome on arrival and we were shown the ins and outs of our room: Second floor sea-view was spacious and airy with a great view. Well appointed with very generous complimentary drinks and snacks. Very comfortable (reluctant to leave.) Evening dinner was largely excellent; service was a mix of classy and a bit clumsy with a few niggles (one of the oysters was the size of a finger-nail) Billing was wildly wrong, and fixing that took a lot longer than it should have done. Breakfast was top-notch quality and attentive service. The redesign of the hotel results in lots of ups and downs without a real heart to sit and relax, but the bar and dining areas were immaculate and stylish.

I was lucky enough to stay twice at Seaton House in the past few weeks, and each time felt like coming home. This boutique hotel may be small, but in every detail it truly delivers the experience of a five-star stay. The rooms are spacious, beautifully designed, and offer what must be the most stunning sea view in all of St Andrews – right from The Scores, the town’s most beautiful street. What made the experience even more special was the warmth of the team: always attentive, always smiling, and genuinely caring. I especially enjoyed chatting with the wonderful bartender and the lovely breakfast staff – both studying at the University of St Andrews – whose charm and enthusiasm made the atmosphere even more personal. Breakfast itself is à la carte and absolutely delicious, and the location is simply perfect – central yet quiet, close to the Old Course and overlooking the sea. For me, this is the ideal five-star hotel in St Andrews: small, refined, and unforgettable.

Stunning Inn in a perfect location! Welcoming. Luxurious. Friendly. From the moment you walk in the door, you know you’re somewhere special.