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Kilmarnock Arms Hotel

Aberdeen · United Kingdom

Bridge Street, Cruden Bay, Peterhead, 0View location

9.2/10Excellent149 Reviews
Cleanliness9.4/109.4
Service9.6/109.6
Comfort9.0/109.0
Condition8.8/108.8
Location8.4/108.4
Neighborhood9.0/109.0
Amenities9.0/109.0
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About Kilmarnock Arms Hotel

This independent, warm, and friendly hotel offers burning log fires, complimentary Wi-Fi throughout, and ample parking. Located just 10 minutes from both Peterhead and Ellon, in the heart of Cruden Bay, it's a short stroll from the beach, harbor, and the ruins of Slains Castle.

Foodies will appreciate that meals are cooked to order using locally sourced ingredients by our team of experienced chefs. The recently restored hotel features 16 unique en-suite bedrooms, thoughtfully designed to complement the historic building. A range of standard, attic, garden view, and patio rooms cater to various budgets.

Enjoy meals in our bright, airy dining room, or relax in the warm, cozy lounge—all menus are available in all areas, including room service. A public bar shows major sporting events.

Whether you're here for business, leisure, or golf (Cruden Bay Golf Course is just 800m away), we offer a home-from-home experience. See what past guests say on TripAdvisor. We hope to welcome you soon.

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When you stay at Kilmarnock Arms Hotel in Peterhead, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 10-minute walk of Cruden Bay Golf Club and Bullers of Buchan.

This golf hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Slains Castle and 6.8 mi (10.9 km) from Forvie National Nature Reserve Visitor Centre. Make yourself at home in one of the 16 guestrooms featuring DVD players. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.

Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers. Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Banquet facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 10:00 PM
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Beach nearby No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets allowed Only dogs are allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Cashless transactions are available

Important information

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    • This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Cashless transactions are available
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per day
    • Service animals are exempt from fees

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Cruden Bay Golf Club 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Bullers of Buchan 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Slains Castle 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Forvie National Nature Reserve Visitor Centre 10.9 km / 6.8 mi
Peterhead Maritime Heritage 11.5 km / 7.1 mi
Forvie Sands National Nature Reserve 12.3 km / 7.6 mi
Mossgiel Woods 12.8 km / 8 mi
Peterhead Leisure and Community Centre 13.3 km / 8.3 mi
Peterhead Marina 14 km / 8.7 mi
Newburgh Seal Beach 16.1 km / 10 mi
Newburgh on Ythan Golf Club 17 km / 10.5 mi
Longside Golf Club 17.1 km / 10.6 mi
Sands of Forvie 17.4 km / 10.8 mi
Forvie National Nature Reserve 17.6 km / 10.9 mi
St Fergus Village Hall 19.9 km / 12.3 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Year of construction: 1886
  • Year of most recent renovation: 2011
  • Number of floors (main building): 3
  • Single rooms: 2
  • Double rooms: 12
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  • Beach
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Mobile phone coverage
  • Wi-fi
  • Room service
  • Laundry service
  • Garden
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Continental breakfast
  • À la carte lunch
  • Set menu lunch
  • À la carte dinner
  • Set menu dinner
  • Special dietary options
  • Non-smoking establishment
Meal plans

Meal plan types

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Scottish Breakfast

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Room types

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  • FAMILY ROOM GARDEN VIEWFAMILY ROOM • GARDEN VIEW • 1 Bedroom • 20 m²FAM.GV
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    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    20 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 2
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width, Single bed 80-130 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
    View / characteristic
    GARDEN VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: FAM.GV

    Room amenities

    • Hairdryer
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Ironing set
    • Carpeted floors
    • Central heating
    • Wi-fi
    • Wake-up service
    • Cot on demand
    • Satellite TV
    • Bathroom
    • Shower
    • Bathtub
    • TV
    • Radio

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  • Double or Twin STANDARDDouble or Twin • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 20 m²DBT.ST
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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    20 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width, Single bed 80-130 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.ST

    Room amenities

    • Bathroom
    • Shower
    • Wake-up service
    • Bathtub
    • Satellite TV
    • Hairdryer
    • TV
    • Radio
    • Cot on demand
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Ironing set
    • Carpeted floors
    • Central heating
    • Wi-fi

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  • Double or Twin GARDEN VIEWDouble or Twin • GARDEN VIEW • 1 Bedroom • 20 m²DBT.GV
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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    20 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–3 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    GARDEN VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.GV

    Room amenities

    • Bathroom
    • Shower
    • Bathtub
    • Hairdryer
    • TV
    • Radio
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Ironing set
    • Carpeted floors
    • Central heating
    • Satellite TV
    • Cot on demand
    • Wake-up service
    • Wi-fi

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 20 m²DBL.ST
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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    20 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–3 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.ST

    Room amenities

    • Bathroom
    • Shower
    • Bathtub
    • Hairdryer
    • TV
    • Radio
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Ironing set
    • Carpeted floors
    • Central heating
    • Wi-fi
    • Wake-up service
    • Cot on demand
    • Satellite TV

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  • DOUBLE GARDEN VIEWDOUBLE • GARDEN VIEW • 1 Bedroom • 20 m²DBL.GV
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    DOUBLE GARDEN VIEW

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    1 photo

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    20 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–3 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    GARDEN VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.GV

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi
    • Wake-up service
    • Cot on demand
    • Satellite TV
    • Central heating
    • Carpeted floors
    • Ironing set
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Radio
    • TV
    • Hairdryer
    • Bathtub
    • Shower
    • Bathroom

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Double or Twin STANDARDDouble or Twin • STANDARDDBT.ST-1

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    Double or Twin STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.ST-1

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • SINGLE STANDARDSINGLE • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 16 m²SGL.ST
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    SINGLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    16 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    SINGLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.ST

    Room amenities

    • Bathtub: 1
    • Satellite TV
    • Cot on demand
    • Wake-up service
    • Wi-fi
    • Central heating
    • Carpeted floors
    • Ironing set
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Internet access
    • Radio
    • TV
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower: 1
    • Bathroom: 1

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Double or Twin GARDEN VIEWDouble or Twin • GARDEN VIEW • 1 Bedroom • 20 m²DBT.GV-1
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    Double or Twin GARDEN VIEW

    Room photos

    1 photo

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    20 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–3 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    GARDEN VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.GV-1

    Room amenities

    • Cot on demand
    • Wake-up service
    • Wi-fi
    • Central heating
    • Carpeted floors
    • Ironing set
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Radio
    • TV
    • Hairdryer
    • Bathtub
    • Shower
    • Bathroom
    • Satellite TV

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST-1

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    Kilmarnock Arms Hotel

    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.ST-1

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  • SINGLE STANDARDSINGLE • STANDARDSGL.ST-1

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    Kilmarnock Arms Hotel

    SINGLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    SINGLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.ST-1

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • TWIN GARDEN VIEWTWIN • GARDEN VIEWTWN.GV

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    TWIN GARDEN VIEW

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    GARDEN VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.GV

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 20 m²TWN.ST
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    TWIN STANDARD

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    1 photo

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    20 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.ST

    Room amenities

    • Bathtub: 1
    • Satellite TV
    • Bathroom: 1
    • Shower: 1
    • Cot on demand
    • Wake-up service
    • Wi-fi
    • Central heating
    • Carpeted floors
    • Ironing set
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Internet access
    • Radio
    • TV
    • Hairdryer

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Double or Twin GARDEN VIEWDouble or Twin • GARDEN VIEWDBT.GV-2

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    Kilmarnock Arms Hotel

    Double or Twin GARDEN VIEW

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    GARDEN VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.GV-2

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    Room STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
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    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.ST

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  • DOUBLE GARDEN VIEWDOUBLE • GARDEN VIEWDBL.GV-1

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    DOUBLE GARDEN VIEW

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    GARDEN VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.GV-1

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  • Double or Twin WITH DOUBLE BEDDouble or Twin • WITH DOUBLE BEDDBT.DB

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    Kilmarnock Arms Hotel

    Double or Twin WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    WITH DOUBLE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.DB

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    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARDTWN.ST-1

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    Kilmarnock Arms Hotel

    TWIN STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.ST-1

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Kilmarnock Arms Hotel

9.2
Excellent
149 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.4 /10
Service
9.6 /10
Comfort
9.0 /10
Condition
8.8 /10
Location
8.4 /10
Neighborhood
9.0 /10
Amenities
9.0 /10
75 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jul 2026
Sidney
Located within half
Mike of the Cruden Bay golf course. Nice people. Clean rooms. Great breakfast.
6/10
Pleasant
04 Jul 2026
Paul
Staff very friendly and helpful, rooms a bit dated and tired. The lighting in the rooms is poor and particularly in the bathroom, not enough light to shave properly
Self
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jul 2026
Ken
Wanted a quiet, informal and relaxing weekend break and that is what I got.
Self
8/10
Excellent
23 Jun 2026
David
Great location with an easy clifftop walk to Slain (Draculas) castle. Memorabilia of the town and Golf course was really intriguing. Good sized bed, large room with outdoor courtyard was a real bonus. Food and Drinks were fantastic (Try the beef pie)

Some lights in the room did not work but overall really enjoyed our stay.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
18 Jun 2026
Steven
Great breakfast, great staff, great menu for Dinner and large portions
Business
8/10
Excellent
02 Jun 2026
Matt
Great spot. Great food and service. Could use new mattresses
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 May 2026
Karena
The room was excellent. Love the private patio that goes with the room for the dog! The staff was extremely friendly & helpful. The food was lovely.
Pet
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jan 2026
Gavin
Nice staff, nice room and very good food
Business
10/10
Exceptional
28 Oct 2025
Samuel
Great stay. Close to Slain’s Castle.
6/10
Pleasant
14 Oct 2025
Susan
Rooms and dining area are in need of redo. Very tired
10/10
Exceptional
02 Oct 2025
Erik
The staff was very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend staying there.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Sep 2025
Davide
well kept, welcoming.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 Sep 2025
Michael

Perfect hotel near Cruden Bay Golf Club

This hotel is very consistent. We have stayed there 3 times and have always been happy. Staff very friendly and helpful.
If you have a lot of luggage, ask for a room with the least amount of steps to climb.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Aug 2025
Michael

Great location near Cruden Bay Golf Course

Hotel has that lived in, cozy feel. The staff is terrific, the food quite good, the best sticky toffee pudding in Scotland! We have stayed there twice and will return again next month.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jul 2025
Barry
Staff were fantastic and food is really really good.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
05 Jul 2025
Andrew
Handy for a work stopover. Nice breakfast lively bar.
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jun 2025
William
Great staff. Great location.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 May 2025
Shannon
Loved this sweet boutique hotel. Comfy beds, nice linens, lovely staff and food in the restaurant was delicious! Best sticky toffee pudding ever!!!!
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
30 Jan 2025
philip
It’s time stay for 1 night. Condition of the hotel was poor (windows frames rotting) but staff was nice and welcoming.
Room was clean with tea & coffee
Business
10/10
Exceptional
21 Dec 2024
Christopher

Great hotel with fab breakfast

This was our second stay at the Kilmarnock Arms. It's a great really friendly hotel with a brilliant breakfast.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Sep 2024
Mrs R M
Lovely hotel with excellent staff. Food was delicious with generous portions
Self
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jul 2024
Michael
Perfect location for golf and beach. Very comfortable
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
20 Apr 2024
Christie
This is such a charming hotel! The staff was amazing. We walked to the beach and Slains castle. Bullars of Buchan very impressive.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Nov 2023
Richard
Amazing place. Special. I will be back
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jun 2023
Charlotte A
Great location - close to golf course, to beach and in a wonderful smaller Scotch town. A wonderful part of the overall visit to Scotland.
10/10
Exceptional
26 Apr 2023
Tineke
Amazing customer service, friendly, helpful and went the extra mile. The food I the restaurant was absolutely delicious and beautifully presented.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Sep 2022
Nicole Noel
Beautiful room and very friendly staff!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Aug 2022
James Hampton
Very cool inn with amazing location and the friendliest staff anywhere.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jul 2022
Anthony

Great spot

Friendly staff, lovely room with plenty of light & space. Enjoyed a drink in beer garden before dinner. Lovely breakfast too. What a gorgeous town & comfortable place to stay
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Sep 2021
kevin
Near the harbour and beach
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
13 Aug 2021
Julian
Good value with a clean and comfortable room. The food was very good, and the only issue was that our stay was in the last few days of COVID restrictions which affected the atmosphere a little. Would stay again.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Dec 2020
Verified traveler
The reception staff stayed on late to welcome myself and my colleague because we were arriving late.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
15 Feb 2020
Steve

Warm Scottish Welxome

Stay here often (whenever in the area) as found all the staff to be very friendly and rooms very comfortable. The public areas are warm and welcoming (especially with the log burning fire and comfy leather couches). Well worth a visit. You won’t be disappointed.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jan 2020
Rebecca

Lovely stay

Staff were very helpful and the room was lovely and clean. Breakfast was delicious with a good selection. The fires were lovely to sit in front of.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
24 Oct 2019
Verified traveler
My room was large, comfortable. and lovely. I had a wonderful stay.
Leisure Friends
6/10
Pleasant
29 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
Lots of cobwebs, not very inviting, bed was uncomfortable, overall not a great place to stay.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
Bedroom and bathroom are spacious and clean. Food in bar and restaurant was excellent. Friendly staff.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
12 Aug 2019
Laurel
Above dining room. Staff noisy below moving furniture at night.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jul 2019
Verified traveler
Fabulous food. Perfect location.
Clean and quiet. Comfortable beds.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2019
Verified traveler
Comfortable. Helpful staff. Good food . Nice location.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jun 2019
gillian
Have stayed here several times before over the years, as before was very comfortable and friendly helpful staff. The breakfast is superb either smoked haddock amongst its offerings. Will definitely stay again.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 May 2019
Richard

Really Nice!

Really nice pub/hotel. Great food and staff. Comfy rooms.
10/10
Exceptional
30 Sep 2018
Carol

Delightful

We will certainly return to Kilmarnock Arms in beautiful Cruden Bay! The hotel, restaurant and staff are all outstanding!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Aug 2018
Trevor

Best hotel for golf at Cruden Bay

Hotel was great and staff all brilliantly friendly. I thoroughly recommend this hotel. The food is outstanding too. Don’t eat out!!
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
05 Aug 2018
G Kenneth

A gem

Delightful small inn. Nothing fancy but very comfortable. Enjoyed both the restaurant and the pub. The breakfast waitress was outstanding and started our day off perfectly.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
07 May 2018
Tony
Great place to stay. We were two golfers playing Cruden Bay the next day. Was nice and roomy and close to the course with plenty of parking. Be sure to walk to the castle- very cool!
10/10
Exceptional
18 Apr 2018
Bill

Lovely flavour of Scotland

Lovely hotel, friendly welcoming staff. With the lovely wood fires and tartan it feels great
Food was delicious - both dinner and breakfast. All locally sourced and full of flavour.
Will definitely stay here again when I am up this way next time.
10/10
Exceptional
07 Dec 2017
Richard
great hotel, superb food, clean rooms and very friendly , will definitely recommend
10/10
Exceptional
08 Sep 2017
David

Great welcome and great food!

Made very welcome on arrival and the room was excellent.
Food fantastic and the Whiskey selection outstanding!
Will be back!
10/10
Exceptional
03 Sep 2017
Marianne
It was faultless our friends were allowed to join us for breakfast with us on the Sunday. Had an evening meal fab. The young waiter went to take a photo of Bram Stalkers autograph when he signed the guest book in 1894 he could not work the camera so brought us the guest book from the safe to see and photograph ourselves Lovely place
Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 Jul 2017
Thomas

Enjoyable Stay

Nice hotel with friendly staff. Excellent food and in particular a superb cooked breakfast. Lovely area to go for stroll in the evening
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2017
David

A great find

Last minute business booking, well pleased
10/10
Exceptional
11 Feb 2017
Philip
Enjoyed say great food would recommend it
10/10
Exceptional
19 Sep 2016
John

Business trip

Business trip - Location good friendly and quiet good food
10/10
Exceptional
08 Apr 2016
Gary

Super overnight stay close to Peterhead

Second stay in this hotel, and that s was as good as the first time. Great room, excellent bar food and one of the best quality breakfasts I've had for a long long time.
8/10
Excellent
14 Mar 2016
Graham

Kilmarnock Arms Hotel, Cruden Bay

Very comfortable hotel in a great location.
10/10
Exceptional
19 Feb 2016
mick

great place!

perfect!
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jan 2016
John

Business trip

Stayed here before always warm and friendly and good food
10/10
Exceptional
03 Aug 2015
John

Business trip Scotland

Excellent hotel - good location slightly spoilt by weather but than is the UK
8/10
Excellent
02 Aug 2015
Verified traveler

Comfortable hotel close to Cruden Bay Golf Club

The hotel was comfortable and the staff friendly and efficient. Internet was slow which was the only real fault with the hotel. The breakfasts are fantastic with high quality local ingredients cooked to perfection. The smoked haddock was amazing! And one of the best Scottish breakfasts you will find anywhere. Perfect before a round of golf
6/10
Pleasant
25 Jun 2015
John

Hotel a bit tired food was ok

Business
10/10
Exceptional
16 May 2015
Verified traveler
Spot on service! Lovely people and staff
10/10
Exceptional
09 Mar 2015
Verified traveler

March 2015

Good value, comfortable, wifi throughout.
8/10
Excellent
13 Feb 2015
Keith

A great stay at The Killie Arms

Booked one night as we were in the area for a couple of days. We were looking for some comfort and perhaps a decent bar meal. We got so much more. All the staff were pleasant. But the lady who welcomed us, checked is in, showed us to our room, gave us information of the local area AND served us at the bar was extra special.
The evening meal was excellent and fit for any top restaurant... Way better than the planned bar grub. The room was comfortable and very clean. The breakfast in the morning matched the quality of the previous night. Whilst it is still mid-winter the sun shone on the frosty green out front of hotel which provided some photographic opportunities. A great stay.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Nov 2014
Verified traveler

Comfortable and friendly, good price.

Nice friendly staff, comfortable stay, good breakfast, well stocked bar, menu for Gluten Free, quality of food was good and enjoyed my stay. Good location, sufficient parking for guests.
Only criticism, workman come to breakfast in overalls and boots.
10/10
Exceptional
06 Nov 2014
Richard

Buisiness trip

Short buisiness trip (1 night) excellent hotel spacious clean room, helpful friendly staff and great food couldnt fault it. Will stay again!
8/10
Excellent
28 Oct 2014
skybluejambo

warm and welcoming

as ever when you stay somewhere off the beaten track you wonder what you might find. the Kilmarnock arms was filled with cosy charm and was very pleasant to stay in. didn't have a chance to explore the area as i was on a work stay but i'm sure it would have been lovely. the room was small but adequate and my only gripes were the shower door was bit broken and there wasn't a great deal of choice on the menu for vegetarians. i had the curry though and it was very good. i wouldn't hesitate to stay here with my better half on a romantic night away.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Sep 2014
John

Great hotel if golfing Cruden Bay golf course

We only spent one evening there. We drove up from Edinburgh for golf, then stayed overnight at the Kilmarnock and had a wonderful dinner. We got up in the morning and had breakfast before leaving for our next destination. The hotel was quite, clean and very reasonably priced for this small quaint little town.
10/10
Exceptional
04 Aug 2014
Ian Burton

A good independent

Having over the years used some fairly grotty independents, I had got into the Travelodge/ Premier Inn habit. The Kilmarnock Arms Hotel was excellent value, very nicely presented with very helpful staff. So if you have fallen into the corporate trap, give it a go.
8/10
Excellent
03 Aug 2014
Dave

Very good hotel

Lovely hotel, very good service, friendly staff, good meals. Location excellent as very close to golf course. Room was very nice but coombed ceilings dificult for father and son both over 6 feet tall.
6/10
Pleasant
20 Jul 2014
James

A Hotel where you can feel the history

I've stayed here before and it was really excellent. This time was very good, but there were just a couple of areas which were not as good as my last stay - I had a smaller room this time with no view whatsoever and the bed wasn't very comfortable. Then at breakfast ( which was lovely) my toast never arrived, small things but they make all the difference! I would definitely stay here again though as the place is steeped in character and is on a lovely area. The staff ( apart from forgetting my toast) were very friendly and welcoming and the meal in the restaurant was very good.
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jun 2014
Gstraw

Great staff

Stayed here for business. Staff are really friendly and it makes a huge difference. Thanks!
10/10
Exceptional
27 May 2014
Hally

Great location, quiet, close to the beach.

Having registered for a conference in Aberdeen quite late, I was unable to find a hotel in the city for under £250/night. The Kilmarnock Arms was the nearest at a sensible rate and only a 20 minute drive away, just past Donald Trump's new golf complex. The sticky toffee pudding was to die for, the staff very helpful, the room comfortable and quiet and breakfast excellent. I would definitely stay again and would recommend.
10/10
Exceptional
11 Apr 2014
L Rushton

Nice Hotel

All round a nice stay worth a stop over
8/10
Excellent
23 Jan 2014
rob

very welcoming hotel

Enjoyed my stay,the hotel and staff were friendly.The room was comfortably furnished,however a spare blanket would have been appreciated.The shower was poor in power.Food was good,with a varied menu.Breakfast excellent.It was too far out of Aberdeen for a business stay,but in the summer i`m sure the scenery by walking /golf would be worth the 50 miles extra whilst working in Aberdeen.i would stay again,as long as the price was not increased.

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Kilmarnock Arms Hotel
Bridge Street, Cruden Bay, Peterhead, 0, Cruden Bay, United Kingdom

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