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The Bay Hotel is a family run Hotel located on the coast between Burntisland
and Kinghorn in the Kingdom of Fife within easy reach of the nearby towns
of Kirkcaldy, Glenrothes, Dunfermline, Edinburgh City and Edinburgh Airport.
The hotel is situated in a stunning location with south-facing views over the two mile Pettycur beach and the Firth of Forth looking towards the city of Edinburgh, Arthurs seat and the magnificent Edinburgh Castle.
The Bay Hotel Accommodation
All 28 bedrooms are tastefully designed to a high standard in a contemporary style. We offer a choice of accommodation from deluxe rooms to executive suites which provide some extra indulgence. The suites are built on two floors, with a mezzanine level bedroom and can accommodate up to 4 guests and an additional 2 children.
Enjoy stunning, uninterrupted views from your balcony across the River Forth to Edinburgh and beyond.
Hotel Rooms and Suites
The Bay Hotel features 28 luxury, en-suite bedrooms - several of which
are equipped for disabled access and facilities. Our rooms are fitted
with state of the art intelligent, energy-efficient lighting and air-conditioning,
wireless (WiFi) broadband internet access, 32" Flat panel digital
satellite television, mini fridge, movies on demand and en-suite bathrooms.
For your comfort all rooms are Non Smoking and are fitted with state of the art Smoke and Fire Detection system.
Incorporated in all bedrooms are:
. Trouser Press
. Iron and Ironing Board
. Nicky Clarke Hair Dryer
. In Room Safe
. Heated Towel Rack
. Mini Fridge
. Shower or Shower/Bath
. Room Energy Saver
. Room Privacy Security
. Telephone
. Music on Demand
. PC Free Internet access (via TV)
. Hard-wired Internet access and WiFi access
. Early Morning Wake up Alarm
. Tea & Coffee facilities
. Travel cots on enquiry
. Feather Pillows (Foam Pillows available on request).
All guests have complimentary access to the Swimming pool (including sauna and steam room) during their stay, with a nominal charge for all other services chargeable to the room. Other guest services may be charged directly to your room, i.e. restaurant meal, drinks from the bar etc.
All Suites are south facing overlooking The Firth of Forth, towards Edinburgh. They all have a Mezzanine level bedroom and balcony.
Horizons Restaurant at the Bay Hotel
Our beautifully appointed Horizons Restaurant offers you elegant dining
in a superb environment complete with stunning panoramic views across
the Firth of Forth and Edinburgh. We pride ourselves with our Bay Full
Scottish Breakfast and our Continental Breakfast. These are available
for you to enjoy whilst soaking up the surroundings.
Our experienced chefs have created a variety of exciting menus, both à la carte and table d'hôte, expertly prepared to the highest standards and with great attention to detail, all using fresh produce all sourced locally and guaranteed to satisfy the most discerning palate.
We strive to exceed your expectations, and it may be possible to prepare your favourite dish or adjust a recipe to suit. We can also cater for special dietary requests.
Alternatively if you would prefer to relax with a drink and a light snack then we also have an all-day menu available in our comfortable Waterfront Lounge. A Children’s Menu is available in both the Restaurant and the Lounge.
We can also cater for all your special occasions such as Birthdays, Anniversaries, Private Functions and Conferences.
Oasis Leisure Centre at the Bay Hotel
Welcome to Oasis Leisure Centre!
Our range of facilities have been designed to appeal to both children
and adults alike, whether you wish to relax in style or participate in
the many first class leisure activities, Oasis has something to offer
everyone.
Swimming Pool
Our stunning heated 15 metre indoor Swimming Pool is 1.2 metres deep throughout
and features an 'air bench' and 'water curtain'. Watch the world go by
as you relax in the warm waters and float away the tensions of the day.
There is also a children's paddling pool with 'hedgehog' water feature
for those younger members of the family.
Use of the pool is complimentary to our hotel residents and there is a small fee for all other services. Once you have had a swim why not take advantage of our Steam Room, Jacuzzi and recently refurbished Sauna, for some deeper relaxation. Then finish off with a gentle swim to cool you down afterwards.
Atlas Fitness Suite
For the more energetic among you, visit our Atlas Fitness Suite. Keep
fit in style with our TechnoGym Cardiovascular and Weight Resistance Machines
designed to tone and improve your physique and increase your stamina.
Whilst you exercise take in the amazing views across The River Forth to
Edinburgh.
Games and Amusements
The Mayfair Room is a dedicated snooker and pool room
that is for over 18's only. Improve your snooker/pool skills in a relaxed
friendly atmosphere, although you may find yourselves distracted once
again by the magnificent views.
For a livelier atmosphere, with background music played throughout, our Amusement Arcade includes Air Hockey tables, Dance Mat Machines, 5p slots and video game machines. There is something to suit everyone's taste for those days when our British weather is not quite as inviting.
For Children....
Also within Oasis we have our Captain's Corner children's soft play area
which includes a ball pit, bouncy castle, and climbing frame where the
youngest members of the family can play safely and work off some of that
surplus energy.
And just in case the sun is shining we also have an outdoor play park for fresh air fun. Here children can play on all the old favourites - swings, chutes, climbing frame, see-saw and even a flying fox. This is situated just a few minute's walk from the Oasis Leisure Centre.
Function Suites for Conferences, Weddings and Corporate Events
The Bay Hotel is a distinctive landmark hotel that makes an excellent
choice for a successful meeting or residential conference. It is also
a very much sought after wedding venue with stunning sea views across
the Firth of Forth to Edinburgh. Ideally situated on the beautiful Fife
coast, it is easily accessible by road, rail and air.
Conferences and Meetings
Our purpose-built and stylish function suites and function rooms can cater
for groups from 5 to 500. The Ovations Suite has data facilities for up
to 12 computers and/or 12 telephone points all of which have broadband
and printer access.
We can provide catering and state-of-the-art facilities for hosting conferences, team building and corporate events or small meetings. With a range of function suites of all sizes, we can accommodate almost all occasions.
Weddings and Civil Partnership Ceremonies
At The Bay Hotel we know that planning a wedding is about more than just
finding the perfect venue. It’s about making the day memorable for
you and your guests. Our weddings are about personal attention from our
experienced team at every stage.
Our previous wedding clients fell in love with the views and the amazing setting: The River Forth as the backdrop for the day and its changing moods into the afternoon and evening. Our wide range of wedding packages are comprehensive in terms of tastes and options, from the traditional to the more individual. Rarely are special requests too much of a challenge.
So, to make your meeting memorable or your special event spectacular, we can create the mood of your choice. For absolute peace of mind choose The Bay Hotel and you won’t be disappointed.
Things to see and do in Fife, Scotland
Welcome to the Kingdom of Fife!
You'll find plenty of places to explore within easy reach of The Bay Hotel.
Visit some of Scotland's finest beaches, the world home of golf in St
Andrews, many delightful fishing villages, the historic town of Dunfermline
and a whole lot more!
Fife is rich with history and famous landmarks. There are numerous visitor
attractions with something to offer everybody! Here are some of our recommendations:
· Castles and Houses
· Activities and Entertainments
· Golf
· Shopping
· Transport and Travel
· Edinburgh
· General Information
Local Towns
Kirkcaldy
Kirkcaldy has the longest street fair in Europe with over 200 fairground
rides and attractions, held each Easter on the town esplanade. Kirkcaldy
is one of Scotland's most ancient burghs, with a history stretching back
to the 11th century. It became an industrial centre in the 19th century
and was the first town to use the power loom, which revolutionized the
weaving industry. In later years it became the world's linoleum capital!
Dunfermline
Dunfermline is the historic capital of Scotland and one of the largest
towns in Fife. Its historic abbey was founded by Malcolm III of Scotland
in the 11th cent. The palace was a favourite seat of Scottish kings and
was the birthplace of Charles I of England. Dunfermline is the birthplace
of the industrialist Andrew Carnegie, and is the headquarters of the Carnegie
Trusts.
St. Andrews
St. Andrews is the home of golf, the sport having been played here for
some 600 years. The Old Course is arguably the most famous golf course
in the world, and the Royal and Ancient Golf Club is still the ruling
body for the rules of golf. St. Andrews is also home to the third oldest
university in Britain and you'll find much to explore within the town
itself.
Sightseeing and Attractions
The Forth Bridges
The world-famous Victorian Forth Railway Bridge was the world’s
first major steel bridge and ranks as one of the great feats of civilization.
It was begun in 1883 and completed on 4 March 1890. Side-by-side with
its more modern companion, the Forth Road suspension bridge, these two
awe-inspiring monuments to 19th and 20th century engineering can be seen
from either North or South Queensferry.
Fife's Coastal Villages
The Fife coast is famous for its picturesque fishing villages. To the
east of Largo bay, discover the delightful villages of Earlsferry, Elie,
St Monans, Pittenweem, Anstruther and Crail.
Largo Bay
Largo bay extends from Buckhaven and Methil in the west round to Kincraig
Point in the east and overlooks the Firth of Forth. The bay features miles
of golden, sandy beaches and is also the home of our sister caravan and
holiday park at Leven Beach.
Scotland's Secret Bunker
Hidden beneath an innocent farmhouse lies Scotland’s best kept secret
for over 40 years, a tunnel leading to Scotland’s Secret Bunker.
Had there been a Nuclear War, this is where Scotland would have been governed.
Discover the twilight world of the Government Cold War. Take the opportunity
to discover how they would have survived, and you wouldn’t!
Deep Sea World
Take a walk through one of the world’s longest undersea viewing
tunnels and watch many types of sea creatures including sharks swim above
your head!
Maid of the Forth
A unique range of cruises on the Firth of Forth operating from South Queensferry
in the shadow of the world famous Forth Rail Bridge. Cruise to Inchcolm,
"The Iona of the East" and explore it's 12th Century Abbey or
enjoy one of our Evening Jazz'n BBQ events.
Forth Boat Tours
Take a relaxing boat trip on the Forth Belle and enjoy unrivalled views
of the Firth of Forth and the famous Forth Road and Railway bridges! Daily
boat trips to Inchcolm Island departing from South Queensferry. Evening
dance cruises with live music. On board café/bar and buffet catering.
Isle of May Ferry, Anstruther
Visit the Isle of May on the “May Princess”. Go for a walk
on this remarkable island, which is a important National Nature Reserve
owned and run by Scottish Natural Heritage. See the remains of a 12th
Century monastery and the oldest light house in Scotland, as well as incredible
wildlife which include: Puffins, Guillemot, Razorbill, Cormorant, Shag,
Eiderduck and many more. Sailings from Anstruther April to September.
Crail Pottery
Crail Pottery, Established in 1965, is set amidst a beautiful pot and
flower filled yard in the heart of Crail. Visit our pottery. See the workshops,
browse in the showroom and relax in our secluded yard under the fruit
trees.
Castles and Houses
Kellie Castle
Childhood summer home to internationally famous Scottish Architect Sir
Robert Lorimer, and his brother the accomplished artist John Henry Lorimer.
Woodland Walks, and Children's adventure playground, quizzes, and treasure
hunts.
Falkland Palace
The oldest Royal Tennis Court in Britain, built for James V in 1539. Beautiful
garden with large collection of scented early summer blooms. 17th century
Flemish tapestries, and portraits of the Stuart Kings and Queens.
Culross
Numerous 16th and 17th century houses can be seen when walking through
the town. The Palace: a 16th century merchant's house (Sir George Bruce)
noted for his internal painted walls and ceilings.
The Abbey: restored in 1633, it holds the Bruce Vault in the North Transcript and has a fine alabaster monument to Sir George Bruce, his wife and eight children.
Abbot House, Dunfermline
Abbot House, with its pink walls, is the oldest house in Dunfermline,
dating from 1450. Experience this historic building first hand. Details
of opening times, prices, group bookings as well as facilities and functions.
Activities and Entertainments
Cluny Clays
Cluny Clays is one of the fantastic attractions set in the rolling Fife
countryside. With top of the range facilities for numerous activities
and sports, as well as purpose built meeting and conference facilities.
Craigencalt Ecology Centre
Situated in gently rolling hills overlooking Kinghorn Loch in Fife, Craigencalt
Ecology Centre was established in 1998 to give people a direct experience
of the natural environment.
The centre features indoor and outdoor facilities including teaching/workshop space, a herb garden, a pond and marsh area, the Community Woodland, the "What on Earth" demonstration area that shows how we can decrease our impact on the planet, a Faerie trail which involves searching for the mythical creatures around the site, as well as Earthship Fife which is a demonstration of a sustainable building run by Sustainable Communities Initiatives.
Kinghorn Loch Users Group
Kinghorn Loch lies just inland from Kinghorn itself. This is a place where
you can enjoy many leisure activities. The loch has canoeing, sailing
and fishing. There are walks to enjoy, woods to explore and a bird hide
to watch the variety of species in and around the loch. In summer there
is wildlife and wild flowers in abundance and in winter rolling hills
and fields to roam.
Fife Ice Arena, Kirkcaldy
Ice Skating, Ice Hockey and Curling.
The Fife Coastal Path
The Fife Coastal Path stretches from North Queensferry in the south stretching
for 150 kms to the Tay Bridge in the north. Each corner holds another
secret for you to discover, historic castles and caves, quaint fishing
villages and award winning beaches.
With rugged cliffs, long sandy beaches, internationally important estuaries and wildlife reserves, walking the Fife Coastal Path is an experience not to be missed!
Lochore Meadows Equestrian Centre
At Lochore Meadows Equestrian Centre you can take a horse riding lesson
in the indoor riding arena or outdoors in the jumping paddock. You can
also go for a quiet trek in the Lochore Meadows Country Park or enjoy
an off road hack around our beautiful countryside.
Edinburgh International Climbing Arena
Built against the stunning backdrop of a sheer quarry rock face amongst
the rolling hills of Ratho, this truly awe-inspiring indoor climbing centre
is one of the finest in Europe. Instructor-led courses for beginners,
equipment hire, gymnasium, café, restaurant and shop. Corporate
hospitality and team building events.
Bedlam Paintball
Bedlam Paintball Edinburgh - The Ultimate Adrenaline Rush! All equipment
and safety gear provided.
The Royal Highland Show
Scotland's biggest and busiest agricultural show is held every year in
the month of June at the Royal Highland Show Ground, Ingliston (right
next door to Edinburgh Airport). This four day event includes: livestock
parades, equestrian and showjumping events, sheep shearing competitions,
a giant indoor food hall and retail park, cookery demonstrations, children's
activities and much, much more!
The Dive Bunker
The Dive Bunker is a long established PADI Dive School & Dive Shop
based at Burntisland in Fife, within easy access of Burntisland harbour
and the local slipway. Dive Bunker offers a broad range of services including
diver training and development and guided dives on the East and West Coast
of Scotland.
Golf
Burntisland Golf House Club
18 hole golf course overlooking the historic holiday town of Burntisland
with magnificent views over the Firth of Forth, Burntisland Golf House
Club is officially recognized as the 10th oldest club in the world. Visitors
and Group and Corporate Bookings welcome.
Clubhouse, bar/lounge and restaurant open to golfers and non golfers. Individual lessons and group golf clinics available with PGA professional staff. Golf trolleys and buggies available. Fully stocked Professional Shop with a wide range of clubs and clothing.
Kinghorn Golf Club
18 hole links course with fine views over the Firth of Forth to Edinburgh.
Visiting golfers and golfing parties are welcome.
Kirkcaldy Golf Club
Kirkcaldy Golf Course is set in 150 acres of a beautiful, rolling piece
of Fife countryside. Visitors are welcome.
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