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Macdonald Rusacks Hotel

4.0 of 5
Pilmour Links, St Andrews KY16 9JQ, Scotland
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Ranked #13 of 19 hotels in St Andrews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013
d_jones25 Marlow, United Kingdom
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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Marlow, United Kingdom
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83 reviews 83 reviews
29 hotel reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

Superb position overlooking the 1st/ 18th fairways on the old course. Slightly (nicely) old fashioned feel to the place but the service was very good and everyone was very helpful. Our room (318) had a great view but you needed to run the hot water for 10 minutes until the promised 'hot' bit arrived. Top quality breakfast!

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Yorkshire
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28 hotel reviews
Reviews in 45 cities Reviews in 45 cities
58 helpful votes 58 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013 via mobile

It is what it is. Close to the golfing action. Formal style hotel. Choice of bars and eating. Nicely decorated rooms pretty recently refurbished I would guess. Easy access to the links, walking to the new, old and jubilee courses is easy. Nice breakfasts . Would definitely stay here again for golf.

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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

We stayed at the Russacks the first two days in April. I have just a passing interest in golf and do no not play but the scenery around the hotel and St Andrews itself was very pleasant and the walk along the beach bracing. We took our spaniel, Meg with us and despite the plushness of the hotel she was... More

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Netherlands
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17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Stayed overnight between rounds on Old Course and Jubilee Course so didn't have time to explore hotel. A bit up and downy to our room overlooking the car park (car park was almost empty during day and is free) but room was fine - a bit cramped between twin beds but in good condition. Dinner in Italian restaurant overlooking 18th... More

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Stirling, United Kingdom
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39 reviews 39 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

Staff very good although our room was a little tired but very clean. Breakfast is great as you can see the old course from the large bay windows what a view. The girl running the breakfast was really professional and so pleasant thanks.if you are staying in the town a good place to be based.

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Austin, Texas
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

Rusacks is a famous, classic hotel overlooking the 18th of The Old Course. As you would expect, you pay a little more for the location but in my opinion it is worth it. The restaurants are all very nice and I really like the downstairs One Under Pub. The rooms are pretty well appointed, about what you would expect from... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

We regularly travel to St.Andrews. We have a son at University there and we also golf. Our preference, wherever we travel, is always a small hotel. The numerous times we have stayed at the Rusacks have been pleasant. It is quieter than the Fairmont (way to many people for us and not within easy walking distance to town) and the... More

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Toronto, Canada
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5 hotel reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

We had a large corner room, overlooking both the Old Course and the main street the hotel is situated on. The only room left at the rate we booked was two single beds, which isn't ideal for a couple, but we were just happy to be there, as my husband was golfing the Old Course. The first night was very... More

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Chelmsford, United Kingdom
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5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

We stayed one night in April. Unfortunately didn't realise the front of the hotel faced the main road, which was extremely busy all the time. Our room was very hot, but couldn't leave The window open due to the noise, we had all the heating off but it was unbearable. We were offered another room, but as we'd had a... More

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Northumberland
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14 hotel reviews
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57 helpful votes 57 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

Our room had great views across the 18th fairway of the Old Course.Apart from breakfast,we didn't use the bar or restaurant at the hotel.The breakfast service was excellent and the full Scottish breakfast delicious.St Andrews doesn't have much to offer if you are not a golfer but enough to keep you interested for a short break.We travelled out to see... More

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Additional Information about Macdonald Rusacks Hotel

Address: Pilmour Links, St Andrews KY16 9JQ, Scotland
Region: United Kingdom > Scotland > Fife > St Andrews
Amenities:
Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Suites Wheelchair access
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Price Range: ££££
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Macdonald Rusacks Hotel in St Andrews is, without doubt, one of the most famous golf hotels in the world. Virtually within a sand wedge of the 18th hole on the world-renowned Old Course, Rusacks combines luxurious accommodation with a front row seat on sporting history. Our 2 AA rosette award-winning restaurant serves the finest food and drink against a backdrop of the world's most photographed golf course. ... more   less 
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