The Ship Inn
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The Ship Inn

The Toft, Elie and Earlsferry, Leven, Fife, KY9 1DT, United Kingdom
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Amenities
Golf course
Bar
Restaurant
Wi-Fi in public areasFree
Shuttle serviceFree
English
Snack bar
Windsurfing
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Property Description
With a stay at The Ship Inn in Leven, you'll be on the beach, just a 2-minute walk from Wood Haven and 8 minutes by foot from Elie Beach. This beach inn is 13.3 mi (21.4 km) from Old Course at St Andrews and 13.7 mi (22.1 km) from University of St. Andrews.
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9.4/10
Amazing
Cleanliness9.4
Amenities9.4
Location9.4
Service9.4
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Surroundings
Airport: Dundee Airport
(41.1 km)
Train: Springfield
(23.0 km)
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Superior Double or Twin Room
4

Superior Double or Twin Room

2 single beds and 1 king bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Wi-Fi in room
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Premium Double Or Twin Room
2

Premium Double Or Twin Room

2 single beds and 1 king bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Wi-Fi in room
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9.4/10
Amazing
49 reviews
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  • Cleanliness9.4
  • Amenities9.4
  • Location9.4
  • Service9.4
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AI Summary
Located in Elie, the accommodation offers picturesque views, spacious rooms, and comfortable beds. Guests appreciate the friendly staff, delicious breakfast, and cleanliness. Easy access to coastal walks adds to the delight.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
August 10, 2025
Hired The Cabin for a family dinner for 30 of us and took up the offer of the courtesy minibus. The service before and during the evening was excellent. Waiting staff were very friendly and attentive. Fish and chips were cooked perfectly and would be hard to beat. The venue overlooking the beach was lovely and made it a special evening.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
July 11, 2025
From the welcome to the departure everything was just perfect. Comfortable room. Spotless bathroom. Excellent views, incredibly helpful and polite staff. Swift service (even at times it was busy) Food was great and Breakfast was faultless. The location itself was just incredible. Walks along the huge beach (When the tide was out) Easy driving distance to some of the tourist coastal spots and plenty of parking available around the hotel. My wife and I are looking forward to coming back.
S‍p‍e‍c‍i‍a‍l‍k‍e‍h
April 15, 2025
The Ship Inn hosted our Vow Renewal ceremony and could not rate the customer service and support high enough. We used the cabin for our small gathering of 10 and we booked out 5 rooms for our guests. The team were outstanding; a few examples: guest allowed to check in early for ceremony, safe space made avilalble for our dogs, cabin access early to decorate room, the outside area reserved for us to use and passing customers moved on when they took seats on our deck, team managed all the table decor and changes, eating time moved out by almost 2 hours without any issues (because the finger food was so delicious)). The girls ran back and forth all day topping up drinks. I could go on and on and on… All rooms were spotless and fully stocked and the views from the front facing rooms stunning. The value for money for our full weekend of rooms, food and drinks was excellent. Thanks to the whole team for a seriously professional and welcoming service.
D‍i‍a‍n‍e‍ ‍R
April 14, 2025
Booked the Admirals room and a Captains room. Both rooms had an amazing sea view. Lovely roll top bath in the Admirals room. We ate breakfast and dinner at the Ship inn. Both were excellent. The staff were friendly and helpful. Would recommend a stay here.
B‍e‍t‍h
April 14, 2025
Beautiful view of the harbour and wonderful restaurant for dinner
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
March 28, 2025
Lovely place for a 3 night stay with excellent food and a lovely view of the harbour from our room. Could be noisy peak season , as the Inn is right by the road so you hear the early morning delivery vans and late night guests outside. Staff very helpful . Great location for walking out along the coastal path. I would definitely visit again
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
March 20, 2025
Stayed at the Ship Inn for a couple of nights and can only say it was an excellent experience; room was well appointed with fabulous views across the bay. Breakfast was superb with plenty of choice. Also had dinner in the bar which was very good indeed, again plenty of choice offered.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
March 17, 2025
Lovely overnight stay with dinner, bed and breakfast. Could not fault the staff for the pre-stay phone calls and information given. Booking in was so easy. Staff were welcoming and very attentive throughout our stay. Room was spotless with an over the bay view. It is not a cheap stay but it was definitely worth it - will be back.

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Bar
Restaurant
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Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 16:00–23:00
Check-out: Before 11:00
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs and extra beds can be added.
Fees for extra beds and cribs are not included in the total and must be paid at the hotel.
AgeFee
Children
£30.00 (approx. DKK 258.16) per person per night

Breakfast
TypeFull English/Irish
AgeFee
Adult
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Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.

Pets
Pets are not allowed

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old

Paying at the hotel

  • Cash

Property Description

  • Number of Rooms: 6
Phone:+44-1333330246
With a stay at The Ship Inn in Leven, you'll be on the beach, just a 2-minute walk from Wood Haven and 8 minutes by foot from Elie Beach. This beach inn is 13.3 mi (21.4 km) from Old Course at St Andrews and 13.7 mi (22.1 km) from University of St. Andrews.

Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the complimentary area shuttle.

You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of The Ship Inn, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.

The front desk is staffed during limited hours.

Make yourself at home in one of the 6 guestrooms featuring espresso makers and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include electric kettles and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy for The Ship Inn?

The cancellation policy for The Ship Inn varies depending on the type of room and booking conditions.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Ship Inn?

Standard check-in time at The Ship Inn is 16:00-23:00 and check-out time is 11:00.

What amenities and services are available at The Ship Inn ?

The Ship Inn offer top amenities and services include Shuttle service.

Does The Ship Inn provide breakfast?

Yes, Breakfast is offered at The Ship Inn. Breakfast option(s): Full English/Irish.

Can I bring my pet inside the The Ship Inn?

As much as we love pets, unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate them in The Ship Inn.

How far is the The Ship Inn from the closest airport?

The closest airport is Dundee Airport, and it is about 50 mins from hotel by car (41.1 km).

About This Property

Nearest AirportDundee Airport
Distance to Airport41.11KM
Nearest Train StationSpringfield
Distance to Train Station22.97KM
Average Price FromDKK2199
Hotel Star Rating3