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A modern restaurant with a long bar, cushioned bar stools, and a view of the sunset through large windows.

A historic building with multiple windows and a central entrance.

A bar area with a wooden cabinet filled with bottles, a marble countertop, and a framed painting on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the beach through a large window.

1. Seaton House - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

1.3 km from East Sands

F David

SAR 1,088

SAR 1,305 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A modern room with a round table, four chairs, a potted plant, and large windows offering a city view.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven and microwave, a wooden floor, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern living room with a sofa, a green armchair, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

2. No1. Apartments St Andrews - South Street

0.9 km from East Sands

Scott

SAR 881

SAR 1,057 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A rooftop terrace with string lights, outdoor seating, and a glass-enclosed dining area.

A large indoor swimming pool with a high ceiling and skylights, surrounded by columns and lounge chairs.

A dining area with a table set for two, large windows offering a nighttime view of a cityscape with illuminated buildings and a golf course.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a telescope.

3. Old Course Hotel

1.9 km from East Sands

Gregory

SAR 1,337

SAR 1,604 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

A cozy, wooden interior with a dining area, kitchen, and a loft bedroom with a skylight.

A hallway with a glass railing, a white door, and a vase with pampas grass.

A cozy attic bedroom with a wooden sloped ceiling, a bed with a headboard, a desk with a chair, and a window providing natural light.

A cozy attic room with wooden walls, a sofa, a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

4. No1. Apartments & West Park House Bedrooms St Andrews - St Mary’s

1.1 km from East Sands

Manuel

SAR 589

SAR 707 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A dining area with a table set for breakfast, a wicker chair, and a view of a large building through large windows.

A large, historic building with multiple stories and a prominent entrance, situated next to a golf course with a clear view of the ocean.

A traditional library with bookshelves, a fireplace, and classic furniture.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a marble top, and a framed sign reading "RUSACKS ST ANDREWS."

5. Marine & Lawn Rusacks

1.4 km from East Sands

Catherine

SAR 1,314

SAR 1,576 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern bar area with blue upholstered chairs, a wooden bar counter, and hanging plants.

A bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a window with curtains, and a ceiling with exposed beams.

A green marble vase with a tall, slender object inside, possibly a candle or a decorative item, on a wooden surface against a dark background.

A wooden desk with a mirror, a blue ottoman, and a framed picture of a harbor scene.

6. Haar with Rooms

1.3 km from East Sands

Paul

SAR 774

SAR 928 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A coastal landscape with ruins and a sandy beach.

A stone building with multiple windows and a central entrance.

A staircase with a wooden handrail and striped carpeted steps.

A historic stone building with a red door, multiple windows, and a small garden area with potted plants.

7. 5Pilmourplace

1.2 km from East Sands

Lara

SAR 483

SAR 580 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A dining area with a round table set for six, a tufted leather bench, and a view of the sea through large windows.

A room with a view of a beach and sea, a table with a bottle and a glass, and a chair.

A historic building with multiple windows and a prominent entrance labeled "Hotel Vin & Bistro."

A bar area with multiple stools and a table, a bar counter with various bottles, and a menu on the wall.

8. Hotel du Vin & Bistro St. Andrews

1.2 km from East Sands

Paul

SAR 598

SAR 718 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A corner room with large windows, a view of the garden, and a cozy seating area with a sofa and a chair.

A modern hotel lobby with a check-in counter, seating area, and a patterned floor.

A cozy room with a green sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, green upholstered furniture, and a bookshelf.

9. The Albany Hotel St Andrews

0.7 km from East Sands

David

SAR 581

SAR 698 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A living room with a fireplace, a television, and two armchairs.

A hotel room with a wooden headboard, a bed with a beige blanket, a wooden desk with a coffee maker, and a window with curtains.

A coffee station with a Nespresso machine, a vase with dried flowers, and a tray with various coffee cups and a coffee grinder.

A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink with a mirror above it, and a towel hanging on a hook.

10. Cleveden House by The Dunvegan

1.1 km from East Sands

Timothy

SAR 541

SAR 649 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, a sign reading 'The Kitmore,' and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a potted plant, a seating area with a chair, and a large window.

A restaurant interior with a booth seating area, a round table with chairs, and a staircase in the background.

A hotel lobby with a check-in counter, a reception desk, and a large framed artwork on the wall.

11. The Kithmore Hotel

1.2 km from East Sands

LUKAS

SAR 610

SAR 732 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A green double door with a doormat in front, flanked by two large planters with green foliage.

A living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a chandelier.

A dining room with wooden furniture, a large wall clock, and a fireplace.

12. Morven House

18.8 km from East Sands

Stephen

SAR 511

SAR 613 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A grand hallway with a yellow armchair, a striped rug, and a staircase leading to a balcony.

A dining area with a table set for four, a yellow sofa, and a tripod in the corner.

A bedroom with a bed, a blue sofa, a desk with a chair, and two bedside tables with lamps.

A two-story building with a blue door and a sign reading "The Clarendon."

13. The Clarendon

18.9 km from East Sands

Shari

SAR 382

SAR 458 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A hallway with a patterned rug, a chandelier, a lamp, and a wooden cabinet with a bowl.

A well-maintained garden with a variety of plants and trees, a clear blue sky, and a red building in the background.

A two-story stone building with three windows on the ground floor and two on the upper floor.

A table set for dining with a black plate, silverware, and three jars of marmalade.

14. The Spindrift Guest House

14 km from East Sands

Elizabeth

SAR 460

SAR 552 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A wooden dining table set with a vase of flowers, two wine glasses, and a candle holder on a stone wall backdrop.

A stone building with a tiled roof, a small porch, and a garden area with potted plants.

The Inn at Kingsbams, a stone building with a traditional design, outdoor seating, and a gravel patio.

15. The Inn At Kingsbarns

8.7 km from East Sands

Veronika

SAR 556

SAR 668 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, large glass doors leading to an interior space, and a view of the sunset over a body of water.

A waterfront property with stone walls, a sandy beach, and buildings with red roofs.

A restaurant table set for dining with a view of a sunset over a body of water.

A bedroom with a large window overlooking a beach.

16. The Ship Inn

16.8 km from East Sands

Staci

SAR 757

SAR 909 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A two-story house with a large front porch, a pond in the foreground, and a grassy field in the background.

A hotel room with a wooden TV stand, a flat-screen TV, a white coffee maker, a wicker chair, and a mirror.

A well-maintained grassy area with several trees, likely a park or garden setting.

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and a radiator on the wall.

17. Balhousie Farm

13.7 km from East Sands

Ellice

SAR 397

SAR 477 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A restaurant with tables set for dining, wooden chairs, and a view of the city through large windows.

A marina with boats docked, a clock tower, and buildings with shops.

A waterfront restaurant with outdoor seating, potted plants, and flower boxes on the windows.

A staircase with white railings leading to a landing with large windows overlooking a body of water and a stone building.

18. The Waterfront

13.8 km from East Sands

Kenneth

SAR 385

SAR 462 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel courtyard with 'Daisy Taser' and 'Hotel Indigo' signage, a parking area, and a 'Staybridge' building.

A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a sofa, and a window.

A modern interior with a wooden dining area, bar stools, and a kitchen in the background.

A spacious office with a high ceiling, exposed ductwork, and large windows allowing natural light.

19. Staybridge Suites Dundee by IHG

18 km from East Sands

Evelyn

SAR 456

SAR 547 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance, and a well-maintained garden with a stone pathway leading to the entrance.

An arched stone pathway leading through a garden with various plants and flowers.

A room with two armchairs, a table with tea service, and a view of a garden through large windows.

A dining table with breakfast items, two people seated, and a window with greenery outside.

20. Rufflets St Andrews

3.6 km from East Sands

Robin

SAR 728

SAR 874 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to East Sands

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Seaton House - Small Luxury Hotels of the World	9.8 Exceptional 100 reviews	View
No1. Apartments St Andrews - South Street	9.8 Exceptional 54 reviews	View
Old Course Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
No1. Apartments & West Park House Bedrooms St Andrews - St Mary’s	9.6 Exceptional 254 reviews	View
Marine & Lawn Rusacks	9.4 Exceptional 504 reviews	View

Top East Sands Hotel Reviews

5Pilmourplace

8/10 Good

"Room was good and bed comfortable but I missed having a kettle in the room to make a cup of tea after a long journey. The lady who served breakfast was excellent."

Hotel du Vin & Bistro St. Andrews

10/10 Excellent

"Great shower and location"

Cleveden House by The Dunvegan

10/10 Excellent

"This property is ideally located to the center of town and the golf course. It is also walkable from the bus station. The room was clean and serviceable with the staff (off-site) being responsive to inquiries.The double bed is a little tiny."

Old Course Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was exceptional and hotel is wonderful overall"

The Albany Hotel St Andrews

8/10 Good

"Very helpful staff who assisted with luggage (no lift), easy walking everywhere, and a great breakfast. Only ~10-15 minutes walk to bus transportation."

No1. Apartments & West Park House Bedrooms St Andrews - St Mary’s

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect position right in town. Lots of space although the second bedroom is a little tight. We had to leave our suitcase out in the lounge area as it didn’t fit in the bedroom. Main bedroom a good size and both bathrooms were small but perfect and really clean. Everything else was great, lots of little extras like coffee pods, cleaning products etc."

South Street Apartments (No 14F) | Roof Terrace

8/10 Good

"Prime location in St Andrews, and the rooftop is one of a kind."

Castle Loft

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely loved the location!"

No14 in the heart of St Andrews

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect for a family or friends traveling together. Great location to get to restaurants, shopping and golf. Free parking on street!"

Other attractions near East Sands

An ancient stone archway leading to a historic building with a tall tower.

St. Andrew's Cathedral

9.4/10 (201 reviews)

After visiting St. Andrew's Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in St. Andrews. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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A stone castle with a large archway and a wooden bridge leading to it.

St. Andrew's Castle

9.2/10 (217 reviews)

St. Andrew's Castle is just one of the places to see in St. Andrews, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's spas, or seek out its golf courses.

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St Andrews - Eden Course

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in St. Andrews at St Andrews - Eden Course. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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St. Andrews Preservation Trust Museum and Garden

You can browse the exhibits at St. Andrews Preservation Trust Museum and Garden, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to St. Andrews. Visit the area's spas or amble around its beautiful beaches.

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Castle Sands

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Castle Sands during your trip to St. Andrews? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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St Andrews All Saints' Church

After visiting St Andrews All Saints' Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in St. Andrews. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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East Sands Leisure Centre

Enjoy an outing to East Sands Leisure Centre during your stay in St. Andrews. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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St Andrews Town Hall

St Andrews Town Hall is just one of the places to see in St. Andrews, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around East Sands?

East Sands is located in St. Andrews. This historic area is known for its array of dining options and golfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 345 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to East Sands?

Rusacks St Andrews is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from East Sands. Other good options close by include The Albany Hotel St Andrews and Hotel du Vin & Bistro St. Andrews.

How many hotels are there close to East Sands?

Expedia has 345 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from East Sands.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near East Sands, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near East Sands.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near East Sands?

For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near East Sands, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near East Sands?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at British Golf Museum and St. Andrews Preservation Trust Museum and Garden. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Craigtoun Country Park and St. Andrews Botanic Garden. Lounge by the water at West Sands and Castle Sands.

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Our top choices for East Sands hotels

1. Seaton House - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

2. No1. Apartments St Andrews - South Street

3. Old Course Hotel

4. No1. Apartments & West Park House Bedrooms St Andrews - St Mary’s

5. Marine & Lawn Rusacks

6. Haar with Rooms

7. 5Pilmourplace

8. Hotel du Vin & Bistro St. Andrews

9. The Albany Hotel St Andrews

10. Cleveden House by The Dunvegan

11. The Kithmore Hotel

12. Morven House

13. The Clarendon

14. The Spindrift Guest House

15. The Inn At Kingsbarns

16. The Ship Inn

17. Balhousie Farm

18. The Waterfront

19. Staybridge Suites Dundee by IHG

20. Rufflets St Andrews

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Top East Sands Hotel Reviews

5Pilmourplace

Hotel du Vin & Bistro St. Andrews

Cleveden House by The Dunvegan

Old Course Hotel

The Albany Hotel St Andrews

No1. Apartments & West Park House Bedrooms St Andrews - St Mary’s

South Street Apartments (No 14F) | Roof Terrace

Castle Loft

No14 in the heart of St Andrews

Other attractions near East Sands

St. Andrew's Cathedral

St. Andrew's Castle

St Andrews - Eden Course

St. Andrews Preservation Trust Museum and Garden

Castle Sands

St Andrews All Saints' Church

East Sands Leisure Centre

St Andrews Town Hall

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