Rusacks Hotel

Rusacks Hotel is a category B listed 5-star property in St Andrews sitting on Pilmour Links with views of the 1st and 18th greens of the Old Course. After a 7-million-pound renovation in 2021, it now contains 120 rooms and a rooftop restaurant with 145 seats.

The property opened in 1887 as the Marine Hotel and later took the name of Johann Kristof Wilhelm Rusack, a German farmer who made his home in the area. During both World Wars, the building served military functions: as a conference center in World War I and as barracks in World War II.

The building displays Northern European Renaissance features that were designed by David Henry, using traditional Scottish materials throughout. Visitors notice the craftsmanship in these details as they move through the complex.

The property sits right on the Old Course Golf grounds, making it easy to visit before or after a round or just to explore the surroundings. Since this is a high-end property in a popular golf area, booking ahead is wise and warm layers are useful because St Andrews can be windy being on the coast.

The hotel takes its name from a German farmer, creating an unusual historical link for a Scottish landmark. This connection is often overlooked and shows how international ties shaped local history.

Location: Fife

GPS coordinates: 56.34270,-2.80420

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:46