If you enjoy poetry and literature, consider staying in a hotel next to the Burns Cottage, such as the 4-star Brig o' Doon House Hotel, located a 3-minute walk away. Once home to the famous poet Robert Burns, this cottage has since been converted into a museum that educates visitors on his life and poetry.

Hoping to spend your holiday in Ayr by relaxing near the water? If so, select a hotel near Ayr Beach, one of the city’s most popular beaches that is known for its soft sand and scenic views of the sunset. The Blackburn Villa B&B is a charming choice that is only a 2-minute walk to Ayr Beach and has some rooms offering views of the water.

To explore some of the area’s historical architecture, pick a hotel near the Rozelle Estate, such as the Abbotsford Hotel, located a 5-minute walk away. This traditional Scottish estate features extensive gardens, a tea-room and both guided and self-guided tours, making it a great place to learn more about the region.

For travellers that love flowers and plants, make sure to book a hotel next to the Belleisle Conservatory, such as the Chestnuts Restaurant & Hotel, which is located a 3-minute walk away. This conservatory is set in a large glasshouse and contains a variety of unique plants from all over the region.

If you would like to learn more about the region’s heritage and see some artefacts from its past, choose a hotel next to the Bachelors' Club, home of the first rural debating society to ever be created in Scotland. The Black Bull is a 4-star hotel that is only a 2-minute walk to the site and 3-minute drive to the city centre.

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The Premier Inn Ayr A77 Racecourse is a casual hotel located next to road A77 that offers both free parking and WiFi for guests. The Travelodge Ayr is a budget-friendly choice that is a 4-minute drive to the Gaiety Theatre and has free parking as well as a choice of family suites.

The Mercure Ayr Hotel is a modern choice that is less than a 10-minute walk from the city’s local train station and has both an indoor pool and a fitness center. The Fairfield House Hotel is a chic choice that is a 6-minute walk to the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum and has both an indoor pool and a whirlpool.

The Fox & Willow is a straightforward hotel that is only a 3-minute drive to the Alloway Auld Kirk and a 10-minute walk to the beach. The Chalmers hotel is an affordable choice that is a 4-minute drive to the Alloway Auld Kirk and a 10-minute walk to the city centre.

The Arrandale hotel is only a 6-minute walk to the Ayr Town Hall and is set in a building that dates back to the early 1800s. The 11 Alloway Place hotel is a standard choice that is an 8-minute walk to the town hall and a 7-minute walk to the beach.