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The Waterfront

3.0 star property
Inn in Anstruther with free breakfast and a coffee shop

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Enjoy a warm and inviting dining experience with views of the outside.
Comfortable room with a console table, greenery, and a partial view.
Cozy bedroom with a neatly made bed, bedside tables, and a framed picture on the wall.
Enjoy a meal at The Waterfront Restaurant & Accommodation, situated on a street corner with outdoor seating.
Enjoy a casual dining or social space with outdoor seating and a beautiful view.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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18/20 Shore Street, Anstruther, Scotland, KY10 3EA
  • Scottish Fisheries Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Anstruther Golf Club
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • St Monans Heritage Collection
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Dundee (DND)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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Room options

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Family Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, desk

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, desk

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, desk

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 54 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Anstruther

The Waterfront places you next to Scottish Fisheries Museum and La Petite Epicerie. This 3-star inn has 10 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Scottish Fisheries Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Anstruther Golf Club - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • St Monans Heritage Collection - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Elie Beach - 11 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • University of St. Andrews - 15 min drive - 11.6 miles

Getting around

  • Leuchars Station - 22 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Anstruther Fish Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The West End Bar & Gantry - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Waterfront - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dreel Tavern - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Waterfront

Inn in Anstruther with free breakfast and a coffee shop
Guests staying at The Waterfront enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills. There's free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a picnic area, wedding services, and a garden.
Flat-screen TVs come with DVD players, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and Select Comfort beds with Egyptian cotton sheets and pillow menus ensure a restful night. Dining areas, coffee makers, and desks are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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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

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily until 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to The Waterfront?

This inn is located in Anstruther, just steps from Scottish Fisheries Museum and La Petite Epicerie, and within a short walk of Billow Ness Beach. You'll also find St Monans Heritage Collection and Crail Museum and Heritage Centre within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Waterfront?

As of Jul 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waterfront on Aug 17, 2025 start from $166.35, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at The Waterfront?

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

Does The Waterfront have a casino?

No, The Waterfront doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Waterfront?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is The Waterfront good for couples?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a comfy mattress as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Waterfront?

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

Does The Waterfront have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Waterfront serves free full breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Does The Waterfront allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Waterfront.

Does The Waterfront have connecting rooms?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Waterfront?

The closest major airport to The Waterfront is Dundee (DND), which is 25.4 mi away (55 minutes by car).

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

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Waterfront.

Does The Waterfront offer wedding services?

There are wedding services available at The Waterfront if that's in your vacation plans.

The Waterfront Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 184 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 184 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 184 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 184 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 184 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Booked a double and was told just before arrival only 2 singles were available. Otherwise nice area and staff were superb.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good little single room. Comfortable. Would have enjoy an easy chair. Excellent area. Good staff. Great breakfast, even if there were no kippers this morning!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The friendly staff and the exceptional food
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was excellent and the food was exceptional all staff friendly and the room was spotless and great area
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

RETURN

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

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very noisy in the old building in the back. While rooms have been updated nicely, the insulation in the walls and ceiling certainly was not. Whenever anyone walks around, the building creaks and groans like an old schooner in a storm. You can hear conversations and TVs in the adjacent rooms and above. We were treated to the BBC news until 1:30am and it started again at 6am. Breakfast was good as most reviews say. Otherwise, I am very surprised that more reviews don’t mention how noisy it is. Good from far, far from good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Service excellent and food was brilliant. Ate in hotel both nights, plenty of choice and great value
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fab stay. Chill
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely clean friendly Hotel. Staff very helpful and breakfast was first class
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

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

Comfy and friendly hotel

Comfy and friendly hotel, but the real highlight was the breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morna

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

Birthday treat.

We had a lovely stay. Hotel was lovely. Food was excellent. We aim to return at a future date.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Great hotel and location

Great hotel, friendly staff and great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place and lovely spot on the globe.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Very pleasant stay

Very comfortable stay in lovely room with generous space. All staff very friendly and attentive
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mary, Highland Park

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, friendly staff, nice spacious room and very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room was very clean, roomy with lots of storage and very comfortable beds. Our bed was on the wall adjacent to next doors bathroom. There does not appear to be any sound insulation between the rooms as we could hear everything, and I mean EVERYTHING, coming from next door. We had one couple next door who were obviously talking to each other while one was in the bathroom and the other in the bedroom. It went on for two hours, preventing us from getting to sleep. You should be able to do this without worrying about annoying anyone in the next room. When we checked out we asked about this and we were told that the rooms were refurbished after COVID and no one has complained about this before which I find extremely difficult to believe. They also seem very keen on leaving lights on. There was a massive security light outside our room in the courtyard which was on day and night. We also had our bedroom window open the first night but had to close it due to the noise, possibly coming from a boiler or some sort of machinery. Its such a shame about these issues as otherwise it was lovely but this would put us off going back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The rooms are modern yet tasteful and the food was really good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lois and Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Room and bath spacious
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

penelope

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not as close to St. Andrews as I was lead to believe.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024