Premier Inn Ayr

Yes, Ayr is definitely worth a visit! Nestled on Scotland’s picturesque southwest coast, it offers a great mix of seaside charm, history and easy access to the countryside. From long sandy beaches and castle ruins to golf courses and Robert Burns heritage spots, Ayr appeals to a wide range of trips– whether you're looking for a relaxing break, a cultural getaway or a family day out. 

Ayr is famously the birthplace of Robert Burns, Scotland’s national poet, and you can visit the Burns Birthplace Museum and landmarks connected to his life. It also boasts a beautiful stretch of coastline with sweeping sea views and sandy beaches. The town is packed with character, from the historic Auld Brig and town centre to nearby castles like Culzean. 

It takes about 50 minutes to an hour to travel from Ayr to Glasgow by car, depending on traffic. If you’re taking the train, it’s a comfortable journey of just under an hour, with regular direct services running between the two.  

Ayr is a reasonably sized town – one of the largest in South Ayrshire. It has everything you’d need: a mix of shops, cafes, restaurants, cultural attractions and lovely open spaces, but without the hustle and bustle of a big city. It’s big enough to explore for a weekend but small enough to feel relaxing and easy to navigate. 

Plenty! You can spend time at Ayr Beach, stroll along the promenade, or explore the town’s historic centre. For culture and history, visit the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum or nearby Dundonald and Culzean Castles. There are lovely parks like Rozelle and Belleisle, both great for peaceful walks and family picnics. You’ll also find local shops, golf courses a racecourse and seasonal festivals and events. 

Yes, Ayr has a decent mix of high street shops, independent stores and places to pick up gifts or essentials. Ayr Central Shopping Centre is home to many well-known brands, while the High Street and surrounding roads offer a blend of chain stores and smaller boutiques. You’ll also find regular markets and local produce if you’re after something unique. 

The beach is right there in the town – you can walk from the centre of Ayr to the seafront in around 10–15 minutes. Ayr Beach is long, sandy and great for walking, picnicking or just enjoying the views across to the Isle of Arran. The esplanade is also great for families and anyone looking to enjoy the fresh sea air. 

Definitely! Ayr has a lot to offer adult visitors – whether you're interested in history, golf, coastal walks, shopping or food and drink. There are lovely pubs and restaurants, heritage trails and romantic beach views. It’s a brilliant base for exploring wider Ayrshire too, think countryside drives, whisky distilleries, and famous historic sites. 

Ayr is family-friendly and packed with things to do with kids. Head to the beach for sandcastle building and paddling or enjoy a fun day at Pirate Pete’s play centre near the seafront. Belleisle Park and Rozelle Park have wide open spaces, play areas and woodland walks. You can also take them to the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, which has family-friendly exhibits or plan a day trip to Heads of Ayr Farm Park, just a short drive away, for animal encounters and outdoor adventures. 

Flex – Pay now or on arrival, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Our most flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 1pm on the day of arrival. You can also amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Semi-Flex – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to three full days before arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to three full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Advance – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 28 full days before arrival, free to amend thereafter until the day of arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 28 full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Standard – Pay now, non-refundable. Free to amend booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Slightly flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel and get a full refund, but you can amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Non-Flex – Pay now. No amends or refunds. Our least flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel or amend your stay after booking.

Our standard check-in time is 3pm. For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels. 

Checkout is by 12 noon on your departure date. If luggage storage is available, our teams will be happy to store any bags for you if you’d like to check out before 12pm.

*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location. 

For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels. 

*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location. 

In 2020 we launched Premier Inn CleanProtect™, our rigorous, daily cleaning method that’s used throughout our UK & Ireland hotels. Developed in partnership with Diversey, a global leader in cleaning and hygiene products for the healthcare and hospitality industries, our promise seeks to give you extra peace of mind so you can always book and stay with confidence.

Check-in - minimising contact at reception and providing hand sanitiser in most public areas for peace of mind. 

Bed linen and towels - laundering all our linen and towels at over 60°C to thermally disinfect them, so you can enjoy a great night’s sleep. We’ve also placed spare pillows in a zip-up bag, for extra peace of mind.

Equipping our teams - providing our team members with all the equipment and sanitisers they need, as well as always operating in the safest way possible for our teams and guests.

A generous serving of safety - you can relax knowing that enhanced cleaning measures are in place throughout our restaurants. Tables are cleaned between visits and contactless payment is in place too, so you can dine safely and comfortably with us every time.

Clean on request - if you'd like your room cleaned during your stay with us, just let us know at reception and use the handy door hanger on the back of your door by 12pm each day.

Most Premier Inns have specially-adapted rooms allowing easier access for customers with disabilities. If there is no specially-adapted room available at the hotel of your choice, we will be happy to offer you alternative accommodation at a nearby Premier Inn. If you have difficulty walking, but do not need a specially-adapted room, please feel free to request a room near reception on the ground floor for easy access. 

If you'd like get in touch, you can reach out to our specialist team via email at pi.accessible@whitbread.com or call us on 0333 0919 817 between 9am and 5pm Monday-Friday (calls charged at local rate).

Unfortunately, with the exception of trained assistance dogs, we don't allow pets to stay at our hotels.