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.

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.

8 Regent Park - Next to the prestigious Prestwick Golf Club, 8 Regent Park offers comfortable guest house and self-catering accommodation, next to Prestwick Rail Station and just 1 mile from Prestwick Airport. Completely refurbished in July 2009, 8 Regent Park offers contemporary, stylish rooms, with modern en suite facilities and a TV. The guest house boasts a spacious lounge and a sleek kitchen, with dishwasher, washer/dryer, microwave and fridge. Conveniently, 8 Regent Park is a brief walk from the idyllic beach and many restaurants, pubs and shops. Ayr Race Course is a 10-minute drive away. Free Wi-Fi internet access and free parking are available to guests.

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.

Firhill - Situated on a quiet street, less than 1.5 miles (2 km) from Prestwick Airport, Firhill offers en suite accommodation, free wireless internet access and tasty full English breakfasts. With a convenient location, this charming bed and breakfast is one of the closest to Prestwick Airport. The airport is just 5 minutes away by road and the main train and bus links are just a few minutes' walk away. Firhill is family-run by your hosts, Sandy and Marion, who take great pride in providing a relaxed, friendly atmosphere and tasty breakfasts, home-cooked to order. The bed and breakfast has just 2 rooms, ensuring guests receive a friendly, attentive personal service. Both rooms are en suite and are comfortably furnished and pleasantly decorated. Free wireless internet access is available throughout. This 100-year-old home is perfectly situated between the main street and the beach, with both just a leisurely 5-minute walk away. Free parking is available for guests' use.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.