Kilmarnock Arms Hotel, Cruden Bay

History

Named after the fifteenth Earl of Erroll's Father, fourth Earl of Kilmarnock, the Kilmarnock Arms Hotel has been welcoming guests for over 200 years. The first recording of the hotel was when a local newspaper in 1888 reported a dinner in honour of a departing tenant from Braehead Farm. The hotels most noted guest, Bram Stoker, was a regular at the hotel in 1894  and is most famous for his book "Dracula" which is said that the idea for the book was born whilst sitting next to Slains Castle in the wind and the rain.

Food & beverage

Full English/Scottish breakast included and served in the light and airy restaurant, with views over the gardens. Enjoy traditional Scottish lunch and dinner dishes made from fresh locally sourced produce, cooked to order. Special dietary requirements are catered for. Open daily for lunch from 12.00pm-2.00pm and dinner from 5.00pm-9.00pm. 

Enjoy a relaxed dining experience in the friendly surroundings of the Lounge Bar. Warm and cosy, guests can order from the main or lounge bar menus. Open throughout the day, for meals or refreshments.

Enjoy the lively, local public bar, known as the “Killie” for a real taste of Cruden Bay. Guests can be assured of good company whether you are enjoying a local beverage or a favourite tipple. Enjoy some music from the fully stocked juke box or have a game of darts. Open daily.

Grounds & Gardens

Relax in the spacious beer garden with a drink while younger guests can enjoy the outside play area. 

Other facilities

All bedrooms are complete with an Ensuite Bathroom, Brodies Coffee and Tea Making Facilities, Sony Bravia flat-screen TV’s with built-in Freeview & DVD Player, Hairdryer, Iron and Board, CD/Radio Alarm Clock and free Wi-Fi.