Kilmarnock Arms Hotel

The Kilmarnock Arms Hotel in Cruden Bay offers a warm, friendly stay for business travelers, holidaymakers, and golfers.

Enjoy a local bar showing major sports, including Champions League matches, plus a dining room and cosy lounge serving fresh, locally sourced dishes — especially seafood, thanks to nearby European white fish ports. The hotel has 19 charming en-suite rooms, including pet-friendly options, all recently restored to preserve the historic character.

Just 800m from Cruden Bay Golf Course, the beach, harbour, and Slains Castle — the inspiration for Bram Stoker’s *Dracula* — which is commemorated with a plaque at the hotel. With log fires, free WiFi, ample parking, and a convenient location near the A90, it’s perfect for exploring Aberdeenshire and Aberdeen, just 30 minutes away.