Marina Inn - Overlooking the picturesque harbour in Irvine's harbour-side district, the Marina Inn offers good-value accommodation close to Irvine's sandy beach and railway station. Next to the Magnum Leisure Centre, the Marina Inn is also just 700 metres from the town's indoor shopping centre. Prestwick Airport is 8 miles (13 km) away. Comfortable rooms are offered with en suite or private bathroom facilities. Some rooms have a beautiful harbour view. Refurbishment work has now been completed on 5 new rooms on the ground floor. All rooms are spacious, with en suite bathroom facilities and a 32-inch wall-mounted flat-screen TV with Freeview digital channels and a DVD player. Guests also have access to a free DVD library. The rooms have ironing facilities, hairdryers, radio alarm clocks and tea/coffee making facilities. Work has now started on the upstairs rooms and this work should be completed by July 2009.

Belvedere - Belvedere Guest House offer comfortable, relaxed accommodation from an elevated position. Enjoy a wonderful view across Brodick Bay towards Goat Fell. The private guest house has an in-house clinical aromatherapist, hypnotherapist, reflexologist and Reiki master. Optional one-to-one personal exploration in complete confidence can be made available. The Belvedere serves quality cuisine and can cater for vegetarians.

Craig Holm Guest House - This friendly, beachfront Victorian town house with sea views boasts a fresh, modern decor, free parking and free broadband Wi-Fi internet. Craig Holm Guest House has spectacular sea views of the Clyde coastline, Isle of Arran and beyond. It has a central location just seconds from the beach and 5 minutes' walk from the town centre. Benefit from easy access to shops, bars, restaurants and nightclubs in the town. The guest house is just 5-10 minutes from Brig O' Doon at Alloway, the birthplace of Robert Burns, and is an ideal base for any type of visit.

The Arrandale Hotel - In the oldest part of town, just 2 minutes' walk from Ayr's sandy beach and the town centre, this charming, family-run hotel offers lovely rooms, tasty Scottish breakfasts and free Wi-Fi and parking. Next to Ayr's historic St John's Tower, the Arrandale Hotel is just a short stroll from the seafront esplanade, with its wonderful views of Ailsa and Arran. The bus station is just a 2-minute walk away and Ayr Railway Station is less than 10 minutes' walk from the hotel. Quiet and peaceful, each of the comfortable en suite rooms is individually decorated and is named after one of the islands on Scotland's West Coast. Breakfasts are freshly cooked to order and include locally produced bacon, sausages and free-range eggs. There is a huge range of malt whiskies available in the cosy residents lounge bar. The Arrandale is family owned and run and your hosts, Iain and Linda, can help arrange golfing breaks and provide local information.

The Beechwood Guest House - This is a beautifully refurbished Victorian property situated on the same road as Prestwick International Airport. New to Active Hotels. The Beechwood consists of two adjoined houses, one in which your hosts live and the other is completely for guest use. This gives you the independence of a hotel at sensible guest house prices. Situated in an ideal position for those passing through Prestwick International Airport. Early breakfasts can be arranged for early departures (please mention at the time of booking). Late check ins can also be arranged if noted at the time of booking. The Beechwood is surrounded by many golf courses, making us a golfer's haven. We are also in walking distance to the award winning town centre of Ayr, which boast many shops, bars and restaurants.

Ivydean BandB - Ivydean B&B is ideal for Prestwick Airport and Ayr town centre. Newton-on-Ayr railway station is nearby and has a regular service to Glasgow and to Prestwick Airport. If travelling by car, Prestwick Airport is a 10-minute drive away. Each room is furnished to a high standard and comes with Freeview TV and an en suite bathroom. There is a residents' area overlooking the garden where you can relax.

Harbourside Hotel - BandB - Close to Irvine's sandy beach, the railway station and the shops, this family-run bed and breakfast is just 10 minutes from Glasgow Prestwick Airport and offers a free shuttle service. When staying a minimum of 2 nights, the Harbourside Hotel - B&B offers a free courtesy bus service from and to the airport, between 08:00 and 00:00, 7 days week. The bed and breakfast has a great location, just a matter of metres from Irvine Railway Station, the Rivergate undercover shopping mall and the town's shops, bars and restaurants. Irvine's picturesque sandy beach is just a short stroll away. The Harbourside specialises in golf and whisky tours of the area and is located next to Glasgow Gailes golf course. All of the en suite rooms have TVs, videos, fridges, microwaves and tea/coffee making facilities. Free Wi-Fi is available in most of the rooms. Breakfast is included in the price.

Irvine Guest House - The Irvine Guest House is in Irvine town centre, a 1-minute walk from the main shopping area, bars and restaurants. There is free private parking and free wireless internet access. Convenient for road, bus and rail links, the Irvine Guest House is a good base for a relaxing stay in Ayrshire. Every room has a TV and tea/coffee. Most rooms are en suite (shower and toilet), while some have access to private facilities.

Chalmers Bed and Breakfast - With free parking and free wireless internet access, this beautiful Victorian property is located in Ayr, 15 minutes from Glasgow Prestwick Airport, with private transfer services available. Chalmers is 5 minutes from Ayr bus and railway stations with a free pick-up and drop-off service offered. Private transport to and from Glasgow Prestwick International Airport is available 24 hours a day and can be arranged by contacting Graeme or Ann at Chalmers. The bed and breakfast is within walking distance of Ayr's excellent shops, bars, restaurants and the lovely sandy beach. Chalmers is also just 15 minutes' walk from Ayr College and the West of Scotland University campus.

Leslie Anne Guest House - This comfy, refurbished Victorian guest house is 5 minutes from the town centre. The racecourse, seafront and Ayr River Walk are within walking distance. Leslie Anne Guest House is a 5-mile drive from Prestwick Airport and less than 5 minutes from Ayr Railway Station. The station has a 10-minute direct link to the Airport and a 50-minute service to Glasgow. All rooms are en suite and have free Wi-Fi access. Ground-floor rooms are available, and there is private car parking in front of the guest house. Full cooked Scottish breakfast or continental breakfast is offered. A take-away picnic breakfast can be provided for early departures. Leslie Anne Guest House is rated as 3-star B&B by Visit Scotland.