The Marine Hotel

Hotels
8.3 (400 reviews)
9/10 Shorehead , Stonehaven , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Safety deposit box
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
Board games/puzzles
Allergy-free room
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Comfortable rooms
Excellent food
Cons:
Noisy environment
Some maintenance issues
WiFi problems

Categories

Cleanliness
7.88
Some mentions of cleanliness concerns, particularly with certain rooms requiring maintenance.
Service
8.35
Staff described as friendly and welcoming, enhancing the overall experience.
Location
8.89
Fantastic location with beautiful views, consistently praised in reviews.
Room Quality
7.84
Generally comfortable rooms, but some issues with room size and maintenance noted.
Amenities
8.37
Amenities are decent, but some facilities felt tired.
Value for Money
8.33
Reviews indicate good value for the price, considering location and comfort.
Food and Beverage
8.38
Food quality praised, with excellent breakfast options mentioned.
Overall Experience
8.35
Overall positive experiences highlighted, with some areas for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 08:02

Property Description

Seafront Location and Stunning Views

The Marine Hotel in Stonehaven offers a picturesque seafront location with breathtaking views of the surrounding beaches. Guests can enjoy the proximity to Carron Beach and Cowie Beach, perfect for a relaxing seaside getaway.

Modern Amenities and Comfortable Rooms

The hotel provides non-smoking rooms with free WiFi, a restaurant serving delicious meals, and a cozy bar for unwinding. Each guest room features a seating area, flat-screen TV, and a safety deposit box for convenience. The comfortable beds with quality linens ensure a restful stay for all guests.

Nearby Attractions and Easy Access

Conveniently located near popular beaches like Old Hall Bay Beach and Beach Ballroom, The Marine Hotel offers easy access to explore the beauty of the coast. With Aberdeen Airport just 30 km away, traveling to and from the hotel is a breeze.

Experience seaside charm and comfort at The Marine Hotel - book your stay now for a delightful coastal retreat.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 400 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.88
Service: 8.35
Location: 8.89
Room Quality: 7.84
Amenities: 8.37
Value for Money: 8.33
Food and Beverage: 8.38
Overall Experience: 8.35
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Debby solo_traveller gb
4
Pros:

Amazing location and views.

Cons:

Very disappointed with the loud noise staff were making at night going up and down the stairs to the store room along the same corridor as the bedrooms. Their voices were loud and as the stairs had no carpets the noise really echoed. Then after midnight it took someone three attempts to open the storeroom/office next to our room.
Three times clattering with the wrong key, three times running up and down the stairs, trying to find the right key (i believe)
I understand you have to consider these things when booking a pub/restaurant hotel but come on staff, have a little thought for your accommodation guests

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Günther couple at
8
2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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linda couple gb
9
2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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fabienne couple fr
8
trés belle localisation. nous recommandons.
Pros:

le restaurant, le pub, la vue sur le port de notre chambre.

Cons:

le bruit des clients du pub tard dans la nuit en dessous de notre chambre, sans que cela nous ait beaucoup dérangé.

2026-06-14 via Nuitee
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Florencia couple ar
8
2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Chris couple gb
7
Great location in this traditional inn
Pros:

We had a friendly welcome and help carrying bags upstairs. The room was spacious and comfortable with a nice view over the harbour. The cooking smells on the stairs did not get to the room. Breakfast was fine (not gourmet). Great location for walking into town or onto the cliffs.

Cons:

This is what it is. Don't expect luxury and you will be fine.

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Antonia solo_traveller gb
5
Disappointed experience for the price of £118 per night
Pros:

The hotel’s location is convenient for visiting Dunnottar Castle and exploring Stonehaven, but the lack of warmth, cleanliness issues, maintenance problems, and generally unwelcoming atmosphere meant that our stay fell well below expectations.

Cons:

I recently stayed at the Marine Hotel in Stonehaven and unfortunately the experience was disappointing.
The room was quite small and could have benefited from a more thorough clean. In addition, several tiles in the bathroom were broken, which gave the room a tired and poorly maintained appearance.
We arrived at around 10am hoping to leave our bags before walking to Dunnottar Castle. The hotel reception is located at the bar area of the restaurant on the first floor.
On arrival, the staff member appeared tired, having just finished serving breakfast. We left our bags and did not feel comfortable.
When we returned at 2pm to check in, the atmosphere felt much the same. There were two staff members busy serving lunch and, on both occasions, it felt as though we had arrived at an inconvenient time rather than being welcomed as guests.

The biggest issue was the lack of heating. The weather was cold and rainy during our stay, with overnight temperatures around 11°C. There was no heating in the room, so I went to reception to ask whether it could be turned on. I was told that the hotel uses central heating and that the receptionist would need to ask the manager whether he was willing to switch it on. Unfortunately, no heating was provided overnight.

To make matters worse, the duvet was very thin and offered little warmth. We ended up using the towels as extra covers just to stay comfortable through the night. As a result, we did not get a good night sleep.
Breakfast is served only between 9-10am, therefore we could not get any breakfast as our train was at 9am.

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Robert solo_traveller at
9
Pros:

Neue Zimmerausstattung, tolle Aussicht auf Hafen und Meer, super gutes Frühstück, sehr freundliches Personal.

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Nicole solo_traveller ch
10
2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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María Adelaida couple uy
10
Pros:

Habitación acogedora
Y linda vista

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Juha solo_traveller fi
9
Loistava sijainti
Pros:

Sijainti!

Cons:

Siisteys

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Lena couple no
10
Helt topp!
Pros:

Fantastisk rom med utsikt til havnen og stranden. Knallgode senger, dyner og puter. Stille og rolig. God frokost og god service.

2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Ailsa extended_group au
10
A lovely place rich in character and history with outstanding staff.
Pros:

The location is simply beautiful. The front bar is pleasant with nice people. The dinner menu was good, as was the breakfast. The view from my room was delightful. The appointments and decor are tasteful and stylish. The staff here are so helpful and lovely that it really made the stay all the more special. I especially appreciated the giant buff Scotsman who personally served us breakfast. I was charmed. I'll never forget him!

Cons:

The staircases are steep and full-on, due to the age of the property of course, but this was not an issue, because the staff kindly carried all our luggage up and down the stairs without making it seem like a chore.

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Marcin solo_traveller pl
9
Pros:

Lokalizacja

Cons:

Zamknięte na noc drzwi

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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thordur couple is
8
Pros:

Breakfast was good and the service

Cons:

On the 3rd floor, no lift.

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Jessica extended_group us
10
Fun location & expert drink recommendations
Pros:

Location can’t be beat, views from rooms & super walkable. End room (top of stairs) was spacious! Surprisingly quiet rooms, being above the pub. A highlight: Kerr in the bar was freaking amazing, he spent a ton of time making personalized recommendations for us for whiskies & Flemish sours so we easily stayed for many hours. We have a couple new favorite Scotches now (Glencadam & GlenAllachie). Salmon Skink was wonderful too.

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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carbonell solo_traveller fr
6
Pros:

La vue sur le port !

Cons:

Chambre très bruyante + odeurs de cuisine
Pas de scottish breakfast
Paiement du petit déjeuner lors du check out alors que j'avais demandé son annulation et que c'était ok au moment du check in.... décevant...

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Thomas couple ch
9
Schönes Hotel am Meer
Pros:

Super schönes Hotel am Meer.
Essen ist fantastisch.
Wenn Glück, Parkplatz vor der dem Hotel.

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Yvonne solo_traveller nl
8
Pros:

De locatie! Heerlijk met zicht op de haven. Goed restaurant.

Cons:

Smal bed: 1.40 breed. Alleen geschikt als je verliefd bent.

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Helen couple au
8
2026-05-30 via Nuitee