Cruden Bay
Places to stay in Cruden Bay, Aberdeenshire
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Cruden Bay is a small coastal town in Aberdeenshire in north-east Scotland. It sits on the North Sea coast and has long been known for its sandy beach and golf course.
Where to stay in Cruden Bay(4)
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Accommodation in Cruden Bay ranges from small hotels to bed and breakfasts. The St Olaf Hotel is the main hotel in the town, while guesthouses such as Outlander Boutique B&B King, Room on the River and By The Bay offer smaller-scale lodging.
Things to Do in Cruden Bay
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The bay itself is the main draw, with a long sandy beach and links golf course. Cruden Bay remains a working fishing village, and the harbour area is the focal point of the town.
Where to Eat in Cruden Bay(1)
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Harbour Dunes Cafe Ltd is located near the waterfront and serves food with views across the bay.
Attractions Near Cruden Bay
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Cruden Bay
Peterhead
6 mi
Peterhead Prison
Peterhead · ⭐ 4.8
7 mi
Arbuthnot Museum
Peterhead · ⭐ 4.4
7 mi
Peterhead Leisure Centre
Peterhead · ⭐ 4.1
10 mi
Aden Country Park
Mintlaw · ⭐ 4.5
10 mi
Aberdeenshire Farming Museum
Peterhead · ⭐ 5.0
12 mi
Newburgh Beach
Ellon · ⭐ 4.6
13 mi
Balmedie Beach
Aberdeen · ⭐ 4.8
Camping in Cruden Bay
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Self-Catering Cottages in Cruden Bay
All cottages in Cruden Bay →Watersreach
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £641
The Cliff
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £1,142
Bayview
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £427
Seaton Cottage
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £543
Murlin
4 bed · sleeps 8 · from £897
Forvie View
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £343
The Lighthouse
1 bed · sleeps 4 · from £627
Marina Escape One
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £981
Common questions about Cruden Bay
Where can I stay in Cruden Bay?
We list 4 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Cruden Bay.
Where can I eat in Cruden Bay?
We list 1 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Cruden Bay.
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