See all properties

The Royal Oak Hotel

3.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3.5-star Buckie hotel

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for The Royal Oak Hotel

Bar (on property)
Triple Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Garden
Front of property
Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Explore the area

View in a map
34 Castle Terrace, Buckie, Scotland, AB56 4SD
  • Place, Cullen Harbour
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Cullen Millennium Garden
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Portknockie Harbour
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room

Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Twin Room

Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Single Room

Single Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Triple Room

Triple Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Cullen

In Buckie .Your stay at this Buckie hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Cullen Harbour and Cullen Millennium Garden. Also, Cullen Golf Club is within half a mile (1 km) and Bow Fiddle Rock is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Cullen Harbour - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cullen Millennium Garden - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cullen Golf Club - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Portknockie Harbour - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Macallan Distillery - 46 min drive - 31.8 miles

Getting around

  • Keith Station - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lily's Kitchen Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Linda's Fish & Chips - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pub In The Square - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Admirals Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bijou By The Sea - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Royal Oak Hotel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3.5-star Buckie hotel
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Buckie hotel is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Royal Oak Hotel offers 8 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Buckie hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Similar properties

Garden
Cullen Bay Hotel
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 135 reviews
$146 nightly
The price is $175
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Total with taxes and fees
Cullen Bay Hotel

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

The Royal Oak Hotel Hotel
The Royal Oak Hotel Buckie
The Royal Oak Hotel Hotel Buckie

Frequently asked questions

Does The Royal Oak Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Royal Oak Hotel.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Oak Hotel?

As of Dec 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Oak Hotel on Jan 27, 2026 start from $144.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How close is The Royal Oak Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 4 mi (6-min drive) from Sanine Beach and 9.1 mi (11-min drive) from Tannachy Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Royal Oak Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Royal Oak Hotel offers free full breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Royal Oak Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Royal Oak Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Royal Oak Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Royal Oak Hotel have a pool?

The Royal Oak Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Royal Oak Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Royal Oak Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Royal Oak Hotel to downtown Buckie?

The Royal Oak Hotel is 0.3 mi away from Cullen.

The Royal Oak Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 87 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay at the Royal Oak every time I visit Cullen. Rooms are lovely, staff is friendly and accommodating and the food is excellent . It's a real gem.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a lovely stay, the staff were really friendly, and breakfast was really nice, I had the eggs and salmon because you don’t often get that option. I also had 2 lovely cups of coffee using in the fancy machine in my room. I also noticed there were the little cartons of Soya milk which I thought was a great touch.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony, Hull

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good hotel with modern clean rooms and a very good restaurant. Staff were helpful and always pleasant resulting in an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We visited during a heatwave. Hotel only 2 minutes from a beautiful sandy beaches. Went there every morning and evenings during our two nights stay. It is a traditional Scottish hotel so unfortunately did not have air-conditioning, but we didn't expect to have that, and it did not effect our enjoyment. Room was well equipped, with coffee pods etc, and kettle. Large 42 inch tv. Staff very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice to stay there. Very cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reamonn

Very enjoyable stay, lovely staff

Friendly, welcoming staff on arrival. Great room with good views. Ate in the restaurant, not a fancy menu but good food. Not far from village, comfy night and incredible breakfast. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff in the hotel were really lovely. The cooked to order breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew, Norwich

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely friendly Pub and Hotel. Great food and staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROSABEL, Elmhurst

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very pleasant stay in Cullen. The staff were all very accommodating and friendly. There are really nice walking trails near the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

2 nights at the Royal Oak

Great little hotel very clean, comfortable and we'll managed. The food is superb, and the service is outstanding. Special thanks to Brenda and Ruby who went above and beyond to make our stay truly wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colette

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely boutique hotel backing onto the A98 at Cullen and almost in the shadow of the magnificent Cullen Viaduct. Walkable in minutes to the most stunning beach and also to many scenic bays along the exciting coastal path to Findlater Castle (and further: we walked to Findlater Castle, then took a taxi back to the hotel). Wonderful restaurant downstairs. Perfect cooked-to-order breakfasts. The most kind and helpful staff that we met on our holiday. Cullen is a beautiful place and the hotel staff here were extremely welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elinor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyable stay

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff , nice clean room, nice bed. Excellent breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

e

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly relaxed place to stay! og friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

sabina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a fantastic Hotel. Staff was exceptional. Food was truly incredible. Room was large clean and confortable. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernestas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Clean and well looked after, very friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seonaid

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

SEONAID

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neasha

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Helen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were very happy with our stay at The Royal Oak Hotel in Cullen. The staff were very welcoming and helpful. The room was comfortable and clean. We enjoyed our meal at the hotel restaurant and the breakfast was excellent. The hotel is on the main road but very near to the old centre of the fishing port.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

SEONAID

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel on north east coast

Great independent hotel, home from home and a lovely place to unwind after a long day. The food is just delicious! Freshly made and great choice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location by the beach, tremendous food & menu, friendly helpful staff. The coast around Cullen is n rea of outstanding natural beauty - a MUST see
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024