After a £1.8 million renovation, this award-winning 18th-century former coaching inn combines original character with modern luxuries, including king-size beds, media centres, powerful rain showers and free Wi-Fi.In the village of Loans, on the outskirts of Troon, the Old Loans Inn is located in the heart of Ayrshire, within easy reach of the region's many superb golf courses. Close to the A78, the hotel offers easy access to Troon, Ayr and Glasgow Prestwick Airport.Beautifully renovated, the inn combines modern style and comfort with old Scottish charm, boasting original stone walls and roaring fireplaces.The spacious, individually designed rooms are stylish and contemporary, with state-of-the-art comforts. The large, flat-screen TVs have media centres, allowing you to connect your MP3 player, laptop, digital camera or DVD/Blu-Ray player. There are even MP3 connectors and dedicated speakers in the en suite bathrooms.The bar and restaurant offer locally sourced food and there is an impressive outdoor terrace.

Opposite the Royal Troon golf course, Piersland House offers both modern and traditional rooms with free Wi-Fi and satellite TV. There is free private parking.The Redbowl Restaurant offers daily lunch and dinner menus, featuring local produce. Guests can enjoy a continental or cooked breakfast in the morning. The oak-panelled Walker Bar has cosy fireplaces, and offers a choice of 200 malt whiskies.All rooms at Piersland House include tea/coffee making facilities. Some rooms have views of the golf course or gardens.On the edge of the Ayrshire town of Troon, the Piersland is surrounded by beautiful coastal scenery and farmland. Prestwick International Airport is 3 miles away and Troon Rail Station is 1 mile away.