The Waterside Hotel

3.0 star property
Enjoy the indoor pool at this 3-star Peterhead hotel

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Indoor pool
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board
Reception hall
Property grounds
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Fraserburgh Road, Peterhead, Scotland, AB42 3BN
  • Place, Peterhead Leisure and Community Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Peterhead Marina
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Peterhead Maritime Heritage
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Aberdeen (ABZ)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 90 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 115 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Executive

  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 90 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Peterhead

In Peterhead .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Peterhead hotel, you'll find Peterhead Leisure and Community Centre and Peterhead Maritime Heritage. Also, Peterhead Marina is within 3 miles (5 km) and St Fergus Village Hall is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Peterhead Leisure and Community Centre - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Peterhead Marina - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Peterhead Maritime Heritage - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • St Fergus Village Hall - 6 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Bullers of Buchan - 14 min drive - 11.5 miles

Getting around

  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Brew Toon Tasting Room - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Lemon Tree/Albert Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Zanries - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Waterside Hotel

Enjoy the indoor pool at this 3-star Peterhead hotel
As a guest of The Waterside Hotel, you'll find an indoor pool, a health club, a hot tub, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 1194 square feet (111 square meters) and includes conference space. The business-friendly The Waterside Hotel also features a vending machine, a garden, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Peterhead hotel is smoke free.

  • 125 guestrooms or units
  • 1194 sq ft of conference space
  • 111 sq m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Waterside Hotel offers 125 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Digital television is provided. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 12 for adults and GBP 8 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 28-inch TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 10.00
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 15.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25.00 per pet, per day
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 12 for adults and GBP 8 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 25.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 15.00 (subject to availability)

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, American Express, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Waterside Hotel Peterhead
Waterside Peterhead
The Waterside Hotel Hotel
The Waterside Hotel Peterhead
The Waterside Hotel Hotel Peterhead

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Waterside Hotel to the airport?

The Waterside Hotel is 35.2 mi (50-min drive) away from the Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Waterside Hotel?

As of May 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waterside Hotel on May 24, 2026 start from $79, including 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.

Does The Waterside Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Waterside Hotel.

Does The Waterside Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Waterside Hotel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 12 for adults and GBP 8 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 8 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Waterside Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Waterside Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs GBP 10.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at The Waterside Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Waterside Hotel have a pool?

The Waterside Hotel features an indoor pool.

Does The Waterside Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Waterside Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Waterside Hotel to downtown Peterhead?

The Waterside Hotel is 1.9 mi away from Peterhead.

The Waterside Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 368 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 133 out of 368 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 368 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 368 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 368 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Allan

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facilities are so run down, mould in the bathroom, doors that dont fit, general decor is tatty and the rooms are dirty. Staff were friendly and breakfast was ok, although just a little greasy. We wouldnt stay here again but based on cost, you get what you pay for. Poor doos Waterside......
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and tidy with lovely staff, the hotel had decent amenities but could use a lot of updating. But for £72 a night thats acceptable. Food was basic with quite a small menu and the buffet breakfast at over £11 was definitely not value for money. Id go back but wouldnt bother with the food.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room clean later check in staff get good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Business traveler
Disliked: Amenities
The hotel is in desperate need of an upgrade. The rooms are tired and the general Hotel has a 1970s vibe. The leisure facilities for guests are chargeable, you have to pay £5 to use the facilities which are old and outdated. There is also a charge for a towel and a deposit needed for a key for the locker room.. I was rather disappointed to be honest.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, staff were really friendly and helpful and pool was nice and warm.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Greg

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely staff ‘everything you need for a good nights sleep
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Garry

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Angus

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good basic hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very helpful staff who could not have done anymore to help! Particularly around our own kids' allergies etc at breakfast. Very welcoming and warm reception!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Room was clean. Be aware the Gym/pool access is EXTRA cost. Front dest staff were really friendly amd helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Room very tired . Had stale smell . Really off putting and shower was a trickle . Expensive for breakfast and quality poor . Buffet style . Dried out a little and no scrambled egg on offer .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Neil

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joanne

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Alistair

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
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Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

NEIL

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Friendly staff, good facilities, easily accessed and very close to the town centre.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Melvyn

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Allocated a "lodge" room in adjacent building. Inconvenient for where I had parked. Poor wi-fi, poor lighting, no refrigerator and no USB charging port in sockets
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Narinder

Just right for our needs as passing through with a dog. Lovely staff. Typical conference hotel but tired and in need of refurbishment. Excellent price for room only
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

Great Reception Staff.

Reception staff couldn't be more helpful, My work is nightshifts and they have accommodated by giving me a ground level room close to entry/exit where my vehicleis located, This is my second booking here and would not stay anywhere else.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property was dated but lent and tidy. Thro room was also clean and tidy but the decor was dated and in Nedd of an update. The stay was very quiet and pleasant. The staff was very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jabir

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Staff are wonderful. The room was cleaned 2 times in 5 nights and the 2nd only because i asked. Bed was made up very shabby.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025