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.

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.

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.

Appletree - The family-run Appletree offers a warm welcome, free parking, free Wi-Fi and an excellent breakfast, all just 2 km from Prestwick Airport and 1 km from the train station. Express bus routes to Glasgow and Edinburgh are 200 metres away and both Prestwick town centre and the seafront are a 5-minute walk away. Appletree has been refurbished, but maintains many of its 19th-century features and has a large garden. All rooms on the ground floor and feature an LCD TV/DVD/CD combo, built-in Freeview and an iPod dock Old Prestwick, St Nicholas and St Cuthberts golf courses are within walking distance, and championship courses are a short drive away. A swimming pool, 2 fitness centres, cricket, tennis and indoor bowls are 500 metres away.

Bytheseaayr - Set within a stunning conservation area of Victorian and Georgian townhouses, this family-run guesthouse is ideally located within 5 minutes' walk of the beach and Ayr's restaurants, bars and shops. Bythesea has recently been carefully refurbished to provide a host of modern comforts whilst still retaining its original Victorian features. The bright and airy guest lounge provides the perfect setting to while away the evenings, whilst the enclosed patio area is available for a spot of sea air. Both areas are child friendly, and there are even toys for the little ones. Boasting a very central position, Bythesea is within easy walking distance of all of Ayr's attractions, including a children's indoor and outdoor activity centre; Pirate Pete's; Putting Green and Crazy Putting; an indoor leisure centre; Gaiety Theatres; shops; restaurants; and Ayr's beach.

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.

Abbey Cottage - Abbey Cottage is a charming B&B offering very clean, stylish budget accommodation 5 minutes from Prestwick Airport. The Prestwick B&B is walking distance from public transport, the beach and numerous restaurants and bars. Prestwick has over 50 golf courses in the surrounding area.

Fionn Fraoch - Set in the centre of Prestwick, this charming Victorian residence provides comfortable en suite accommodation within easy reach of Ayrshire's main attractions. Fionn Fraoch is just a short walk away from the bus and train stations, and just a 5 minute drive from Prestwick Airport. An easy stroll will bring you into the town centre where you will find small shops, restaurants and bars. Awarded 3 stars by the Scottish Tourist Board, Fionn Fraoch provides a homely atmosphere for a relaxing stay, complete with a TV lounge a beautiful garden to enjoy.

Golf View BandB - The Golf View in Prestwick overlooks Prestwick Old Course and is minutes from rail and air links, 20 other golf courses, tennis and sailing. The sea and beautiful Arran can be seen from the elegant guest lounge on the first floor, where you can also enjoy a drink. Your warm, friendly hosts provide excellent service. The 6 beautiful rooms are charming and come with crisp linen, fluffy towels and plenty of little extras. Enjoy a gourmet breakfast in the dining room overlooking the golf course.

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.