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The Waterside is on Scotland’s northeast coast in Peterhead, a prominent fishing port. Just nine miles away, the striking ruins of Slains Castle sit dramatically on a cliff edge, offering a glimpse into the region’s rich history. A few minutes drive north is Strathbeg Lake, the largest dune lake in the UK, which provides winter refuge for thousands of wild geese and swans.
The hotel features spacious en-suite rooms with tea and coffee-making facilities, a TV, a hairdryer, and a telephone. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
Ogilvies Restaurant serves breakfast, high tea, and dinner daily, while Muse Bar offers a variety of beverages and snacks in a relaxed setting.
Guests can enjoy on-site health and leisure facilities, including a heated indoor pool, gym, sauna, steam room, and spa pool. The Waterside also accommodates events with two conference rooms and a ballroom complete with a dance floor. A 24-hour reception is available, and free on-site parking is provided.
The hotel features spacious en-suite rooms with tea and coffee-making facilities, a TV, a hairdryer, and a telephone. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
Ogilvies Restaurant serves breakfast, high tea, and dinner daily, while Muse Bar offers a variety of beverages and snacks in a relaxed setting.
Guests can enjoy on-site health and leisure facilities, including a heated indoor pool, gym, sauna, steam room, and spa pool. The Waterside also accommodates events with two conference rooms and a ballroom complete with a dance floor. A 24-hour reception is available, and free on-site parking is provided.
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The Waterside Hotel Services and Facilities
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Parking available
Free WiFi
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
24-hour front desk
Garden
Luggage storage
Sauna
Steam room
Fitness facilities
Conference space
Golfing nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Health club
Mountain biking nearby
Smoke-free property
Wedding services
Free self parking
Housekeeping on request
Reception hall
Change of towels (on request)
Change of bed sheets (on request)
Well-lit path to entrance
Accessible shuttle
Guest reviews
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Anne Walker from Kilmarnock, United Kingdom
stayed in January, 2023
Guest Score 10.0 out of 10
Everything about this hotel is fantastic, definitely the top of the Britannia chains hotels, well run, spotlessly clean, staff very very helpful, food just beautiful. need to give other Britannias tips on how to improve, if this one can do it why dont they?
leaving
A Guest from Wakefield, United Kingdom
stayed in August, 2021
Guest Score 9.0 out of 10
We were on a three night coach holiday and we loved every minute of our stay. A fab night Saturday with the entertainment and new friends. There were a lot of guests so it must have been stressful, but the staff were really helpful and friendly and the meals were lovely. Thank you for helping us make happy memories.
For the price we paid for our trip, we cannot fault anything. The only thing we disliked was leaving.
Neha from Liverpool, United Kingdom
stayed in July, 2021
Guest Score 9.0 out of 10
I stayed at the waterside hotel for 3 nights and my stay was amazing. The Manager James is so helpful, professional and goes extra miles to please his customers and takes care of every little detail/need a guest may ask for. All the staff at the hotel/ reception and the chef everyone was so warm, helpful and polite. I can not appreciate enough the service I received was excellent
I loved it and would recommend to anyone looking to visit/ stay, just book it
Dolly Farton from Renfrew, United Kingdom
stayed in October, 2019
Guest Score 9.0 out of 10
Note I marked a 9 when James manager was there .wsad to say our stay plummeted the rest of time.
James is a ambassador for Waterside hotel.
His attention to detail is second to none.
Cleanliness
Entertainment both monday & Tuesday
Tania on front reception
The warm welcome from James in the days he there he awaiting the coach to return a kind word smile
Kept guests up dated with how thier complaint was progressing.
I got burned by hot water an accident due to a faulty shower
James kept us updated plumbers came needed to order apart we were offered another room but it was professionally delt with.
Bar prices £2 a can diet cola £1.75 soda and dash
Our bedroom was not cleaned on the Thursday I guess it was an oversight.
meals after James left plummeted lack of management
Foods were not refilled and parts of menu forgot hot drinks machine not working and fruit juice machine did work staff forgot to put out fruit juice in jugs.
Porridge did not get refilled or porridge’s refilled
Meals once you fought to get plate there seem to be a shortage of bowls plates cups ect.
Having said all of above the food was good just needing better management.
I pointed out that the salad starter there was no met jur4 bits tomatoe mix green leafes . Fresh fruit was lacking melon but one night there were 6 bits strawberries and few grapes.
Tea and coffee jugs were only lukewarm
Really poor.
On the Wednesday night the residents lounge was taken over by a local meeting.
After all I said I will return as I enjoyed the relaxing atmosphere and homely feel .
Not to mention James
Yvonne Elderbrant from BIRTLEY, United Kingdom
stayed in April, 2019
Guest Score 10.0 out of 10
From being met on the coach by James the manager to the last night bingo game this has been a stay and a half. James and his staff have made our stay one of the best we have had. Food and facilities excellent, maybe a little tired in places but they couldn't do enough for us. I even got my haggis. Great choice and standard of food. Staff were so nice and nothing too much trouble. Comfy longer area and plenty to keep you occupied . Well done all
Joy Mowatt from Brechin, United Kingdom
stayed in January, 2019
Guest Score 10.0 out of 10
Just back home from an Urquhart’s new year break. Excellent time. Hotel staff outstanding. Manager excelled in his efforts to serve all the guests. The loyalty and regard staff showed to their manager was inspirational. Food choice, quality and quantity really good.
Coach driver Alex top notch. In all, a brilliant start to 2019.
Not a thing!
Darren john from Middlesbrough , United Kingdom
stayed in October, 2018
Guest Score 10.0 out of 10
For being a 3 star and visited with national holidays you couldn't have asked for anything better. A newly appointed manager James made the visit brilliant he couldn't have done enough for you if you ask the food was at a good standard always hot replenished soon as it got low. Didn't find anything wrong with our room but maintenance work on some rooms are under way and what other managers are their 24-7 to talk to sort problems out straightaway and even joined in with the entertainment what a top bloke
Nothing stayed in a lot worse for more money
David Stewart from Inverness, United Kingdom
stayed in April, 2015
Guest Score 7.0 out of 10
Rooms are a bit dated, and some of the corridors etc need a refurb, but the rooms are very comfortable and quiet.
Rachel Mallet from South Queensferry, United Kingdom
stayed in October, 2014
Guest Score 10.0 out of 10
Friendly greeting at reception, rooms a good size, comfy bed, very clean. Good gym and pool facilities. Good restaurant.
A bit old fashioned but this is the only downside. I'll definitely stay again.
Steve from Ipswich, United Kingdom
stayed in January, 2013
Guest Score 8.5 out of 10
Excellent food, really nice Aberdonian hospitality.Room could do with a make over but not by Lawrence lewellin fluffy sleeves Bowen. Great pool, sauna etc. Set in a really nice position.
Room a bit tatty but I was on a deal .
The Waterside FAQ
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Waterside?
The guests can check in from 15:00. Check-out time is 10:00.
What is the nearest airport to The Waterside?
Aberdeen, Scotland, UK (ABZ) is located 26.49mi from the property.
Does The Waterside provide free wi-fi?
We provide complimentary internet access in public areas.
Does this property have a pool?
All-year-round swimming is made possible at the establishment's indoor pool.
Is smoking allowed on the premises?
The establishment is entirely non-smoking.
Is there a fitness center?
A state-of-the-art fitness center, equipped with weight-training machines, can be accessed by all guests.
Is there a lounge or bar at The Waterside?
Guests may find a large selection of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages at the in-house bar/lounge.
Is the front desk open 24 hours?
Our helpful 24-hour front desk is ready to assist you with any inquiry.
Are there restaurants nearby or on-site?
Looking for a place to eat? The property offers at least one full-service restaurant.
The Waterside Policies
| Pets | Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions. Pets allowed. Maximum number of pets per room 1. Service animals are allowed. |
| Children and extra beds | No rollaway/extra beds available. |
| General | Professional property host/manager. |
| Accessibility | No elevators. |
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Area information
- Aberdeen, Scotland, UK (ABZ) - 26.49 mi
- Arbuthnott Museum Peterhead - 1.83 mi
- Museum of Scottish Lighthouses - 13.40 mi
- Pitmedden Garden & Museum of Farming Life - 18.67 mi
- Tolquhon Gallery - 18.68 mi
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