The Gailes Hotel & SPA BLOG

LATEST NEWS AND RELATED ARTICLES

Welcome to The Gailes Hotel & Spa news page, your go-to source for the updates, press releases, blog posts and more that relates to our luxury hotel & spa destination in the heart of Ayrshire.

New Coast Restaurant Menus Launched

Our new menu at Coast Restaurant & Bar at The Gailes has been crafted with care and creativity by our Group Executive Chef Ewan McAllister.
February 6, 2026/by lisa.parker@simpsinns.com
The Gailes Hotel & Spa - Bed Refurbishment Programme

Bedroom Enhancement Programme

Just engaged? Plan with our Scottish wedding checklist, including tips on booking venues like The Gailes Hotel & The Waterside Hotel...READ MORE
December 15, 2025/by lisa.parker@simpsinns.com

10 Things to Do Right After You Get Engaged

Just engaged? Plan with our Scottish wedding checklist, including tips on booking venues like The Gailes Hotel & The Waterside Hotel...READ MORE
November 24, 2025/by paul.gallagher@simpsinns.com

How to Choose Your Perfect Wedding Venue in Ayrshire

Explore The Gailes’ outdoor pavilion, Lagavulin Suite, rooftop spaces, and luxury wedding facilities, an award winning wedding venue. READ MORE
November 18, 2025/by paul.gallagher@simpsinns.com
The SimpsInns team after receiving the Ayrshire Hospitality & Tourism Business of the Year award 2025.

SimpsInns 2025 Hospitality & Tourism Business of Year

SimpsInns was crowned ‘Hospitality and Tourism Business of the Year 2025’ at the recent Ayrshire Chamber of Commerce Business Awards. READ MORE
October 9, 2025/by paul.gallagher@simpsinns.com
Twilight wedding at The Gailes Hotel & Spa, fireworks and wedding pavilion

Say “I Do” with a Magical Gailes Twilight Wedding

Discover the romance of a twilight wedding at The Gailes Hotel & Spa. Elegant suites, gardens & rooftop terrace make your evening celebration unforgettable.
October 3, 2025/by paul.gallagher@simpsinns.com

The Gailes named ‘Best Spa & Golf Hotel in Scotland’

The Gailes Hotel & Spa in Irvine picked up the top accolade of ‘Scotland’s Best Spa & Golf Hotel 2025’ at the 8th annual Scottish Prestige Hotel Awards in Glasgow... READ MORE
May 25, 2025/by paul.gallagher@simpsinns.com

Introducing Brandy Rook at The Gailes

Brandy Rook has joined the PGA Professional team at The Gailes with a distinguished background in high-level competition and coaching.. READ MORE
February 25, 2025/by paul.gallagher@simpsinns.com

McAllister appointed new Executive Head Chef

SimpsInns has appointed Ewan McAllister as its new executive head chef and will lead the kitchen team across its five restaurants. READ MORE
February 12, 2025/by paul.gallagher@simpsinns.com

The Gailes Named Best Wedding Venue in the West

The Gailes Hotel & Spa was named ‘Best Hotel Wedding Venue’ in the west of Scotland at the Confetti Wedding Awards 2025. READ MORE
January 29, 2025/by paul.gallagher@simpsinns.com

OPEN INSPIRATION FOR YOUR NEXT GOLFING TRIP

With the excitement and drama of The Open at Royal Troon, there has never been a better time to book your next golfing trip to Ayrshire! ...READ MORE
August 7, 2024/by gailes_admin

SIMPSINNS ‘HOSPITALITY BUSINESS OF THE YEAR’

SimpsInns, a leading hotel and leisure group in Ayrshire, has been crowned ‘Hospitality Business of the Year’ at the Ayrshire Chamber Awards...READ MORE
October 13, 2023/by gailes_admin

VOUCHERS & EXPERIENCES

Perfect presents and wonderful gifts any time of the year

Enjoy great gift ideas, from afternoon tea, to spa and accommodation breaks, golf packages, golf lessons or the many dining options at any of our great restaurants. Available to use at all SimpsInns venues in Ayrshire. The Gailes Hotel & Spa, Old Loans Inn, The Waterside Hotel, Si! and GG’s Coffee Shop & Sports Lounge at Gailes Golf:Leisure.