Fairfield House Hotel

When another Glasgow winter begins to get a little oppressive it might be time to flee for the coast. That bracing sea air can provide the perfect tonic, even if you have to wrap up to brave the elements.

Today’s Big Deal provides a handy getaway within easy reach of the city. The Fairfield House Hotel is an elegant seafront hotel in Ayr and the perfect place to while away an evening, nursing a restorative malt and looking forward to dinner.

Victorian splendour

The four star Fairfield House Hotel enjoys a superb picturesque location on the Ayrshire coast, with panoramic views over the Firth of Clyde to the Isle of Arran. 

Sumptuously furnished, the interiors combine traditional Scottish country house touches with all the contemporary facilities of a modern establishment.

Guestrooms have free WiFi, TV, cafetieres, power showers, large baths and luxury toiletries. Guests also have access to the hotel leisure club with a fitness centre, swimming pool, spa bath, sauna and steam room.

Available seven days until the end of March, the Big Deal option one is for two people to have an overnight stay at Fairfield House, with full Scottish breakfast and a glass of Prosecco on arrival.

Option two is as option one and includes cream tea on arrival and three course dinner from the set menu.

Late checkout at noon ensures a leisurely morning and chance for a stroll after breakfast on your departure day.

Dining in style

The welcoming and relaxed Martin’s Bar and Grill enjoys great sea views and is the perfect spot for a memorable dinner.

The head chef uses fresh local and seasonal produce on a menu that offers a fresh take on traditional Scottish favourites.

Guests will dine from the following menu:

Starters

Chefs freshly prepared soup of the day

Terrine of confit chicken, glazed baby onions, sweetcorn puree & toasted rye bread

Roulade of smoked salmon & cream cheese, crisp salad, lemon & chive sauce

Mains

Slow roasted loin of pork, braised red cabbage, black pudding fritter, herb mash & apple cider jus

Pan seared sea bass, buttered leeks, sautéed potatoes & Chardonnay cream

Venison & haggis casserole, Almondine potatoes & honey glazed carrot

Desserts

Apple & wild berry crumble, cinnamon Anglaise

Trio of ice cream

Rich Belgian chocolate tart, Horlicks ice cream & whisky poached raspberries

There will be no allocation towards the brasserie menu available.

Out and about

There is so much to explore in Ayrshire, within easy reach of Fairfield House. Culzean Castle and its grounds is one of the most romantic spots in Scotland, while fans of the national bard will enjoy a visit to the Burns Birthplace Museum.

Weather permitting, golf is an obvious obsession in Ayrshire, but Ayr Racecourse offers alternative sporting thrills particularly during the jumps season.

Impressed guests

The Fairfield House Hotel has accumulated plenty of positive feedback on TripAdvisor. The following are recent reviews, edited for length:

‘What a gem! Rooms are good and the setting is wonderful. Watching the sunset over Arran is priceless (when the weather is clear!). Breakfasts are unbelievable. Highly recommend.’

‘The hotel rooms were outstanding. The location is superb and the staff very helpful and friendly.’

Gift idea

With availability all the way through to March, this Big Deal break at Fairfields House in Ayr would make an ideal winter getaway.

It would also be a welcome festive gift for a partner or family member, offering something to look forward to in the New Year.