Kilmarnock Arms Hotel

Hotels
8.8 (197 reviews)
Bridge Street , Cruden Bay , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Excellent food
Cozy atmosphere
Great location
Cons:
Bus services can be temperamental
Evening meal could have been better

Categories

Cleanliness
8.59
Rooms were very clean and comfortable as described.
Service
9.06
Staff were brilliant, very accommodating and helpful.
Location
9.1
Ideal for golfers and travellers, great location at the seaside.
Room Quality
8.75
Rooms spacious and comfortable, nice facilities.
Amenities
8.58
Good bar and restaurant, various amenities nearby.
Value for Money
8.54
Excellent value for money, particularly with breakfast included.
Food and Beverage
8.89
Breakfast and dinner were excellent with a proper menu.
Overall Experience
8.86
Overall very pleasant and comfortable stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 05:03

Property Description

Charming Coastal Getaway in Cruden Bay

Enchanting Rooms: Experience comfort and convenience in our en suite rooms equipped with free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and tea/coffee facilities.

Delightful Dining: Indulge in fine Scottish cuisine at The Falcon Restaurant, showcasing fresh local ingredients. For a more laid-back vibe, our Lounge Bar offers a tempting snack menu.

Relaxation and Recreation: Unwind in our spacious beer garden or let the little ones play in the children's area. With activities like angling, riding, and golfing nearby, there's something for everyone at Kilmarnock Arms Hotel.

Ready to experience the charm of Cruden Bay? Book your stay with us today!

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: ABZ

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 197 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.59
Service: 9.06
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 8.75
Amenities: 8.58
Value for Money: 8.54
Food and Beverage: 8.89
Overall Experience: 8.86
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David • family_with_children • gb
9
Great choice for a trip to play golf at Cruden Bay GC
Pros:

Bar food was excellent

Cons:

Character

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Duncan • extended_group • gb
8
Very good
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Charles • solo_traveller • us
5
Excellent location but uncomfortable in the room due to a lack of heat and hot water
Pros:

Beautiful interior of common areas. The room was clean and bright. Comfortable bed. Excellent location. Very good breakfast and a wonderful pub.

Cons:

Room heating was inconsistent if not fully nonfunctional. Two good hot showers, one mildly cold shower and one absolutely freezing shower

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Lorraine • solo_traveller • gb
10
Suited me very well and I will return, already planing for a summer stay!
Pros:

Spotless room, comfortable bed. Plenty of choice for breakfast. Lovely staff. Ideal location for walks to the harbour and Slains Castle. Ideal location for golfers!

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Gary • extended_group • au
8
Pros:

Location was good the, staff were friendly and helpful a comfortable stay

Cons:

The evening meal could have been better a bit over cooked

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • extended_group • us
9
It was perfect
Pros:

Excellent

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Gordon • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

Nice big room

2025-12-03 • via Nuitee
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June • couple • gb
9
Will be back
Pros:

Very good

Cons:

Warmer bathroom

2025-12-03 • via Nuitee
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Alan • extended_group • gb
9
Very pleasant and comfortable stay
Pros:

Breakfast was excellent with a proper menu, cooked to order and table service. Dinner also excellent

Cons:

very little to find fault with

2025-11-14 • via Nuitee
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Allan • family_with_children • gb
6
2025-11-09 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

The hotel is very cozy to be in, even if it is old in style. I never felt overly cold although I could hear the north sea winds blowing wildly against the windows. The selection of whisky's and the food served is just amazing definitely worth staying there for those. The staff were all polite and helpful, very good service. There is some nice history to the area and worth spending time checking them out, most are all within walking distance so make sure to have wellington boots or waterproof hiking shoes.

Cons:

The only bad thing is the bus services can be temperamental so for best travel freedom, have a car to drive around.

2025-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • couple • gb
8
2025-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Erik • partner
10
Pros:

The staff was very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend staying there.

2025-10-02 • via Nuitee
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Davide
10
Pros:

well kept, welcoming.

2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
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Michael
10
Perfect hotel near Cruden Bay Golf Club
Pros:

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.

2025-09-20 • via Nuitee
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Richard Biss • extended_group • gb
10
Genuinely helpful friendly staff, nothing too much trouble with a very relaxed feel
Pros:

Breakfast was 1st class and the location was perfect for us

Cons:

For me nothing

2025-09-20 • via Nuitee
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Gwynedd • couple • fr
8
Overall, a nice stay
Pros:

The friendliness of the staff was excellent. The breakfast was lovely and well presented. The bedroom and bathroom were spacious. We enjoyed reading about the history of the hotel.

Cons:

Our arrival coincided with a children's party which was quite noisy.

2025-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Richard • extended_group • ie
9
2025-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Dan • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Food, the people. Lovely place! 👌🏼

2025-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Craig • family_with_children • gb
8
2025-09-10 • via Nuitee