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Kirkcaldy hotel 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.

Email The Bay Hotel enquiries & reservations: bookscotland@madbookings.com