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Fourth-floor transformation at The Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa, in St Andrews
The Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa in St Andrews has completed a transformation of its fourth floor.
Set against the world-famous backdrop of the Old Course, the newly redesigned spaces celebrate Scottish craftsmanship and coastal beauty.
The hotel’s Road Hole restaurant and Road Hole bar renovations are inspired by the coastal scenery of Fife. With floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking its namesake, the Old Course’s legendary 17th hole, and framing panoramic views of West Sands beach, the new interiors echo their surroundings.
Local materials, colours and craftsmanship have been used wherever possible. The new colour palette features rich burgundies and reflects the golden sands of the beach, as well as the blues of the sea and sky.
Each of the dining and drinking spaces on the fourth floor has its own distinct identity. The Road Hole restaurant offers relaxed, elegant fine dining. With an open kitchen, guests can watch as chefs transform the finest local produce into signature dishes such as St Andrews Bay lobster ravioli and a French-inspired Vacherin dessert, made with strawberries from nearby Blacketyside farm.
The Swilcan Loft, a contemporary seafood bar and chophouse, with pared-back, modern interiors, serves local shellfish and prime cuts. The deck at Road Hole bar opens for the summer season, providing sweeping views over the West Sands beach, the Old Course and St Andrews. The Boardroom, a space designed for corporate meetings and private dining, has panoramic views of the Old Course and beyond.
Phyllis Wilkie, general manager said: "This renovation embodies our ethos of always evolving while remaining true to our roots. Our guests can savour both the landscape and cuisine that makes Scotland truly special.”
Mario Rodrigues, director of food and beverage added: "We are very fortunate that our location on the coast of Fife puts us in the best spot to source some of the finest produce, not just in Scotland, but the world."
As part of the renovations, traditional Scottish elements have been given a fresh, contemporary twist, from tweeds woven by Johnstons of Elgin used across banquettes, dining chairs and cushions, to custom tartan carpets. Johnstons of Elgin are holders of a royal warrant to the King, while the carpets were created by family-run Ulster Carpets, the same company entrusted with creating carpets for the King’s coronation.
East Lothian-based French polisher Darren Cole worked alongside Ayrshire-based Thomas Johnstone Ltd to restore original furniture pieces, including the rosewood piano in the Road Hole bar and the Boardroom table.
The newly transformed fourth floor is now open to guests.
