The Elbow Room

3.0 star property
Inn with free parking, in the vicinity of Kirkcaldy Museum and Art Gallery

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Restaurant
Small Double Room, Ensuite, Balcony (Room 3) | Balcony view
Deluxe Family Room (Room 2) | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Exterior
Deluxe Family Room (Room 2) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Rosslyn Street, Kirkcaldy, Scotland, KY1 3HT
  • Place, Fife Ice Arena
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Dysart Harbour
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Pathhead Sands
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

Family Room (Room 1)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Small Family Room, Ensuite, Balcony (Room 5)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Family Room (Room 2)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room (Room 6)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Small Double Room, Ensuite (Room 4)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Small Double Room, Ensuite, Balcony (Room 3)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Kirkcaldy

Located 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Kirkcaldy Museum and Art Gallery, The Elbow Room is within a 5-minute drive of other popular attractions like Bongos Soft Play Centre. This 3-star inn has 6 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Fife Ice Arena - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • St Serf's Church Tower - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Dysart Harbour - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Pathhead Sands - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Edinburgh Castle - 46 min drive - 32.8 miles

Getting around

  • Glenrothes with Thornton Station - 6 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Path Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tranquility Coffee House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Feuars Arms - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Gondola - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Man I' the Rock - ‬18 min walk

About this property

The Elbow Room

Inn with free parking, in the vicinity of Kirkcaldy Museum and Art Gallery
Guests of The Elbow Room enjoy free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and a terrace. Free parking is included with your stay. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, electric kettles, and free toiletries. Limited housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: GBP 3 to 10 for adults and GBP 3 to 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: GBP 10
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from noon - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 3 to 10 for adults, and GBP 3 to 10 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 10

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Elbow Room?

The Elbow Room provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see within easy reach of The Elbow Room?

This inn is located in Kirkcaldy, just steps from Fife Ice Arena. You'll also find Dysart Harbour and St Serf's Church Tower less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Elbow Room?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn.

Does The Elbow Room feature a casino?

No, The Elbow Room doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Elbow Room?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is The Elbow Room good for couples?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include soaking tubs and city views.

Does The Elbow Room have a hot tub?

No, this inn doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Elbow Room have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Elbow Room serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Elbow Room allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at The Elbow Room for a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at The Elbow Room?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this inn.

How far is the airport from The Elbow Room?

The closest major airport to The Elbow Room is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), which is 26.7 mi away (35 minutes by car). Another top airport is Dundee (DND), which is around 22.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Elbow Room?

Yes, some guestrooms at this inn offer a balcony where guests can enjoy city or courtyard views.

The Elbow Room Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 193 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 193 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 193 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 193 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 193 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Zenon

Disliked: Cleanliness

A Budget Option If That's What You Need

We chose The Elbow Room based on other reviews and because it was a stop that fit our travel itinerary. Overall, what you receive for your money is probably a reasonable balance. Translation: inexpensive but you don't get much. I would say that the owners are trying their best but missing the mark. The breakfast was mediocre at best and the cleanliness so so. The shower stall walls need a thorough cleaning. What looked like a pattern in the wall material was actually mildew streaked up and down. We aren't aren't upset about our stay but rather concede that the Elbow Room is one those you get what you pay for places. You can certainly find better options that will cost more and perhaps we should have done just that.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Wilbert, Trinity

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness
It’s on a busy street so the traffic noise and conversations from bar customers on the sidewalk carries into the room. The walk-in shower was a nice surprise but the floor is very slippery. It needs a mat to stop a potential fall. There’s a nice free parking lot in the back but on the weekend when the restaurant and bar are busy, it gets full in the early evening.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Decent price and food ok.

Check in was good. Everything explained.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay. Room was large, parking on site and staff friendly. Had a great evening at their pub.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Lovely clean room. Pleasant staff and a truly friendly atmosphere.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Too noise for sleep

The TV broken when check in, and no replacement. too noise from outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariya

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay in Elbow room was super comfy and very hygienic. Also it is a very quiet area. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room and great location with local amenities for anything you might need, welcoming friendly staff, really great place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Girish, Woodbury

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Helene

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Large bathroom and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Hubert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric, Shreveport

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We lived the Elbow staff. They aimed to please! Beds were comfortable. The family had a sofa a chair, along with beds which were comfortable. The food at the restaurant was very good
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Trish

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Rohan

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

My friend and I were on vacation and we were so welcomed by the staff and the owners of the Elbow room. We loved the area and lovely town of Kirkcaldy. We hope to return on our next visit to Scotland.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved it

Nice place wirh good amenities. The receptionist was welcoming. Must arrive there by 11 pm. A little far from Edinburgh downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevar, Flower Mound

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had such a lovely stay, the room was clean, comfortable and quiet, the staff was exceptional, and the overall experience was lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Lynn

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

noreen, wallan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was small but comfy. No hot water so no shower. Staff lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025