The hotel was an upmarket old public house. My room was nicely decorated and furnished, the bathroom was modern. It was spotlessly clean and the bed was comfortable. Nice to have a comfy chair to sit in. I had a sea view over some buildings, although it’s not very scenic. The railway runs between the beach and hotel, but you couldn’t hear if with the window shut. The breakfast was served to you. There was a good choice. The full Scottish was excellent, particularly the haggis, best I’ve ever tasted.

The only thing in my room I didn’t like was the wardrobe, which was built into the wall, it was musty. the rail wasn’t not high enough for a long dress so I didn’t use it. Older staff were not very friendly. There were functions on downstairs on the Friday and Saturday, noise was minimal and I wasn’t bothered at all. But maybe wouldn’t suit everyone.

Excellent breakfast. The room was immaculately clean and very comfortable, also I was pleasantly surprised how quiet it was, considering it was above the bar and by the road. I slept very soundly.

Breakfast doesn't start till 9am. A slightly earlier start would be better, however I realise it may not suit as this is a very small hotel. Also, I was accidentally overcharged on leaving - however, this was partly my fault (I was in a hurry and didn't check my bill carefully) and the manager phoned me within half an hour to apologise, explain, and arrange a refund.

This is a well-run, tastefully decorated and friendly place to stay. It's very close to the beach and only 1/2 kilometer from the village shops. There is a bus stop right out front. The staff are very friendly and helpful. There is a restaurant onsite, and food is delicious. The chef is excellent. I would highly recommend it. Also, there was laundry service available, which was highly convenient.

The only drawback for me was the lack of a desk. I would take out the dresser and put in a desk. There is a wardrobe that gives one plenty of room for clothing.

This is the 2nd time we have stayed at the Sands in Burntisland. Hotel prices in Edinburgh are crazy these days, and with Burntisland being less than 30 mins by train, it makes the perfect base for visiting Edinburgh plus the surrounding Fife area. Room was a decent size, with possibly the comfiest bed I have ever slept in. Great restaurant and pub on site, with a large beer garden if the weather is good. Breakfast was included, and was excellent. Staff are all great, nothing was too much trouble and would have absolutely no hesitation staying again.

Nothing not to like.

Room and bathroom very clean, great freshly cooked breakfast,great freshly cooked evening meals,all staff very helpfull thank you all so much for making my stay so nice hopefully i will be back very soon.If traveling by train it is abit of a walk to hotel but from train station head to town center High Street and you can get a bus to Bowling Club and hotel is across the road on the corner

All great so nothing to dislike

The staff at Burntisland were wonderful! We had a mix-up at check-in — requested a twin room (even verified via Booking e-mail 2 weeks prior to stay) but were given a double room. Joan (I think was her name) was very kind and gave us a roll-away for the first night and then made sure that we were in a twin room the next night. Joan is a really hard worker and went out of her way to help us with other things. Also the breakfasts were the best of all the places we stayed while in Scotland — really amazing cook!

The rooms could use some updating.

The rooms were spacious and smelled lovely and clean. The sea views were amazing, the staff were so friendly and helpful. The breakfasts were filling and plentiful the evening means available at an extra cost were delicious.

There was a mix up with our evening meals on one of the nights and our prebooked meal was unavailable however we were given complimentary free meals as compensation so really nothing to be unhappy about.

The location was perfect with a beautiful seaview. My room was very well equipped and warm and cosy. The staff were all lovely, and the food (vegan options) was fabulous. The bar was great with cocktails and a good selection of wines and spirits available. I stayed for 3 nights but would happily have stayed longer!

Nothing - loved everything.

Hospitality was great, though had to approach bar to find someone to check in, the hotel and bar was an older but very well loved place, rooms were small but comfortable and decent bathrooms for each. Clean, comfortable beds and pillows. Bar downstairs was well stocked for drinks and the small menu was very good. Food was quick and delicious and dessert was incredible. Breakfast was included and we had access to the full breakfast menu- food was again great and quick. Parking was behind the building, small area but locked overnight. Hotel was a short walk from the beach, a leisure centre and a park with playground. The staff were all fantastic, helpful and friendly, they had a very genuine Scottish charm.

Would love to have minifridges, signage for check in info would also be helpful. But really no complaints.

The staff were very efficient and helpful, nothing was too much for them. My room was basic but had everything you would need. It has a beautiful sea view. Looking across the sea at night time and seeing all lights coming from the Edinburgh was quite breathtaking. The food, I’m 63 years old and I have admit the breakfast was the best breakfast I have ever had, it was no fluke either. I had the Scottish breakfast three mornings on the trot and every morning the quality was absolutely spot on.