I was kindly invited by The Gailes Hotel & Spa for a complimentary stay, however all opinions are my own and will never recommend somewhere that I don’t truly love!
As someone who’s been working long hours every single day for the past few years on their business, this relaxing spa break was much needed. Here is some information about the hotel and my experience.
GETTING THERE
The hotel is located in Irvine and you can easily get there even without a car. You can get bus X77 from Buchanan Bus Station in Glasgow to Prestwick and then bus 585 to Marine Road which takes just over an hour in total. Or you can take the train towards Ayr from Glasgow and get off in Irvine and get the bus 585 to Marine Road.
SPA
There are loads of different options at Si!Spa whether it’s a day spa or a spa break package like we had.
Before our treatment, we got to enjoy the thermal suite as well as the outdoor hot tub as well as a hot chocolate and cookie, and I was pleasantly surprised when they brought me a vegan one!
Then I had the deep cleansing back treatment and my friend had the inner beauty facial which we both absolutely loved. I don’t think I’ve ever felt so relaxed before
FOOD
-For dinner we ate at the coastal themed restaurant in the hotel, and started with some delicious cocktails (would definitely recommend the Pear Droptini!). Then Petra had mussels for starters and for a main she had the fillet of salmon, and I had the vegetable tempura and Thai green curry.
-For breakfast, there was a lovely continental buffet as well as hot breakfast with plenty of vegan options too
There are loads of other food options on the property, including afternoon tea and Sunday lunch.
THINGS TO DO NEARBY
-Just a 20 minute walk from the hotel, you can get to the beach and walk into Irvine centre from there. It was a lovely morning walk after breakfast and then we took the train back to Glasgow.
-Irvine harbour is beautiful as well as the little streets and different cafes
-From Irvine, you can take the bus and go on loads of different day trips. From hiking, to castles, there’s something for everyone. You can also get the ferry across to Isle of Arran from Ardrossan.
The rooms were clean and comfortable, everyone was very polite, friendly and attentive, and throughout the property, there was a peaceful and relaxing vibe. The perfect place for a girls trip or a romantic getaway.
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