St Olaf Golf Hotel

Hotels
8.8 (194 reviews)
Aulton Road Cruden Bay , Cruden Bay , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Excellent location
Good food
Cons:
Live music can be loud

Categories

Cleanliness
8.54
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
9.01
The staff were friendly, welcoming, and attentive.
Location
9.05
Great location with scenic views and proximity to the golf course.
Room Quality
8.8
Recently refurbished rooms with a lovely sea view.
Amenities
8.73
Good amenities including breakfast options and a restaurant.
Value for Money
8.49
Great value for what you receive.
Food and Beverage
8.94
Excellent food with generous portions and gluten-free options.
Overall Experience
8.81
A lovely place with great overall ambiance.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 03:03

Property Description

Tranquil Oasis in Cruden Bay

Luxurious Accommodation: St. Olaf Hotel offers elegantly furnished rooms with modern amenities such as flat-screen TVs, free WiFi, and stunning sea views for a comfortable stay.

Gastronomic Delights: Indulge in a culinary journey at our on-site restaurant serving delectable dishes, or unwind with a refreshing drink at the cozy bar, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring.

Scenic Surroundings: Nestled in a picturesque location with a garden, our non-smoking property provides a serene retreat away from the hustle and bustle, yet conveniently close to popular attractions like Haddo House and Tolquhon Castle.

Experience tranquility and luxury at St. Olaf Hotel. Book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • 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 £10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 194 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.54
Service: 9.01
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 8.8
Amenities: 8.73
Value for Money: 8.49
Food and Beverage: 8.94
Overall Experience: 8.81
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Mary • couple • us
10
Absolutely the best value! Debbie, our host, was exceptional!
Pros:

Anyone who's staying in town to play Cruden Bay golf course should be staying at this hotel! Perfect location!

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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John • extended_group • us
10
Great small hotel experience.
Pros:

Everything was great. The entire hotel has been redone from stem to stern. In addition, Kevin the owner is the consummate host. He was always helpful, both with inquiries around the hotel but also abouot the general area of NE Scotland. Breakfast was top notch, as were the deserts we ended the day with. We didn't have lunch or dinner at the hotel so I can't comment, but I'm confident they're great because the place was very busy with locals.

Cons:

Really nothing. We had a great time and highly recommend it. One of us is planning to go again next year with his son.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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ARTHUR • couple • gb
9
Enjoyable - we would definately return.
Pros:

Debbie and Kevin were fantastic hosts, looked after us and our wee Jack Russell Brora, nothing was too much. Room was lovely very clean and comfortable. Food was good and location was wonderful. All in all very enjoyable!

Cons:

Nothing really! We just wish the haar from the sea hadn't appeared. When it lifted the view from our room was fantastic, overlooking a championship golf course and the blue sea and blue skies behind.

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Jerry • couple • us
10
Love chatting it up with Kevin the owner of the staff was fantastic courteous polite loved everything about it.
Pros:

Location

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Leigh • extended_group • gb
10
Pros:

Kevin is a fantastic host - is the only place to stay when golfing at Cruden Bay GC!

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Leigh • extended_group • gb
10
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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tracey • extended_group • gb
9
lovely stay great hosts
Pros:

lovely hosts room lovely spacious and view breakfast, bottles of water in room

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Fiona • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Martin • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • solo_traveller • gb
10
Superb Hotel
Pros:

Staff were very friendly, rooms very nice and clean and really nice food

Cons:

That we only stayed for the one night, I wish it was nore👍😀

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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cristina • couple • de
8
Angenehmer Aufenthalt mit Superfrühstück
Pros:

Lage, Frühstück, Restaurant, Personal

Cons:

Zi. u. Badezi. sehr klein.

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Martin • solo_traveller • de
10
2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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DIANE • couple • gb
10
Fabulous
Pros:

Amazing location and beautiful rooms and fabulous food and the landlords were wonderful and so engaging.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Joseph • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Everything was great.

Cons:

All

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Claire • family_with_children • gb
9
Amazing stay can’t wait to go back.
Pros:

The room was excellent. Decor beautiful, very clean and well thought out. The staff were so friendly and attentive. Nothing was too much trouble. Dinner and breakfast both delicious, lots of choice and all freshly cooked to order. Views across the golf course towards the sea, breathtaking.

Cons:

I loved everything about it

2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • gb
6
2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Calum • extended_group • gb
10
2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Malcolm • family_with_children • gb
10
Outstanding.
Pros:

Excellent location. Delicious Food. Exceptional staff. Thank you Debbie & Kevin

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee