The Waterside Hotel offers a perfect balance of relaxation and convenience. Guests can visit the sauna and steam room after a workout in the fitness classes or indoor pool. Ogilvies Restaurant serves meals to round out the restorative experience.
Peterhead is home to The Waterside Hotel. Rora Moss and Aden Country Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Peterhead Leisure and Community Centre and Peterhead Maritime Heritage. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as mountain biking and hiking/biking trails in the area. Visit our Peterhead travel guide
Fraserburgh Road, Peterhead, Scotland, AB42 3BN
What's nearby
University of Aberdeen
45 min drive - 62.6 km
Aberdeen Royal Infirmary
50 min drive - 65.3 km
Aberdeen Harbour
50 min drive - 65.5 km
Union Square Shopping Centre
50 min drive - 65.4 km
Peterhead Leisure and Community Centre
3 min drive - 2.9 km
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
Cross Keys (Wetherspoon)
4 min drive
Cafe Nineteen
3 min drive
About this property
The Waterside Hotel
Property highlights
Consider a stay at The Waterside Hotel and take advantage of a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. The on-site restaurant, Ogilvies Restaurant, offers lunch and dinner. Fitness classes are offered at the health club; the property also has conference space and a hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
An indoor pool
Free self-parking
Continental breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage
Smoke-free property, wedding services and a reception hall
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 125 individually furnished rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Continental breakfast available for a fee 7 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 12 for adults and GBP 8 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Muse Bar
Ogilvies Restaurant
Things to do
Fitness classes
Health club
Hot tub
Indoor pool
Sauna
Steam room
Family friendly
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Vending machine
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping on request
Wedding services
Business services
1,194 square feet of conference space
3 meeting rooms
Outdoors
Garden
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
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Reception hall
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
28-inch TV with digital channels
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
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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 are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25.00 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately GBP 12 for adults and from 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)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Property is also known as
Waterside Hotel Peterhead
Waterside Hotel
Waterside Peterhead
The Waterside Hotel Hotel
The Waterside Hotel Peterhead
The Waterside Hotel Hotel Peterhead
Frequently asked questions
Does The Waterside Hotel have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at The Waterside Hotel?
As of 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waterside Hotel on 8 Mar 2026 start from HK$426, 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.
Is The Waterside Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of GBP 25.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at The Waterside Hotel?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Waterside Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 10.00 (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at The Waterside Hotel?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 15.00 (subject to availability).
Where is The Waterside Hotel located?
Situated in Peterhead, this hotel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Peterhead Leisure and Community Centre, Peterhead Maritime Heritage and Peterhead Marina. St Fergus Village Hall and Rora Moss are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The Waterside Hotel Reviews
7.2
Good
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7.6
Cleanliness
6.8
Location
7.8
Staff & service
6.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 361 reviews
10 - Excellent
80
Rating 8 - Good. 129 out of 361 reviews
8 - Good
129
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 361 reviews
6 - Okay
89
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 361 reviews
4 - Poor
34
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 361 reviews
2 - Terrible
29
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
John
19 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Friendly staff, good facilities, easily accessed and very close to the town centre.
The staff were all great and a special mention to the manager and reception staff and all the waitresses every one did an amazing job with a warm and friendly atmosphere nothing was too much they all deserve a good pay rise
Cynthia
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Simon
13 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly and very helpful staff. Hotel in need of modernisation but ok for the short business stay I was there for. Breakfast was good. Dinner was limited and quality of food only average, but reasonably priced for what you get.
Another nice stay at the Waterside Peterhead. Staff are all friendly which is an asset to this hotel. Food is very tasty at both evening meal and breakfast. Good value for money
ian
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
6/10 Okay
Fiona
15 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean but basic accommodation. Surprised that there was extra charge £5 for using pool or gym. Pleasant hard working staff. Food average except for being served a burnt slice of toast under the garlic mushrooms - Shame on the chef!
Fiona
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
21 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Very Friendly staff, clean rooms and quiet at night. Food is okay, not the worst but not amazing. Old hotel but pretty well kept. Decent little gym, pool was closed when I was there but looked decent.
The two ladies working last night were excellent both reception and in the restaurant they have their work cut out being busy but they did an amazing job
Andrew
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
donald
30 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
If You enjoy golfing, stay at the waterside. You can walk to the most fantastic links course.
Plus, the hotel has a pool, Jacuzzi, sauna and a steam for after golf. Perfect.
Stayed 2 nights for a wedding . Staff were excellent couldn’t do enough for us and very friendly . Constantly checking everything was ok in toilets , reception area etc . Rooms very comfy and clean .
On arrival at Waterside Hotel, found the car park was mostly filled with work vans, so wondered if it was the right choice for a couple, but on entering we found the staff friendly and helpful, the room was basic but clean, the TV was set on the dressing table blocking the mirror.
Breakfast in the morning was really good, with a great choice and tasty well cooked hot food and good speedy service, so good value overall.
The waterside is great, it is very dated but the price reflects that. There’s nothing else around this part of Scotland that gives you this level of value for money. I wouldn’t go there expecting the world but it’s clean, has a nice restreraunt, a so with sauna, jacuzzi, pool and steam room and the staff are very attentive.
I love the place and will be going back next weekend.
As others have said, this hotel is in dire need of an update. Staff were pleasant enough, food was ok and decent value.
Paid £7 for WiFi and was only able to use it for about 20 minutes during my stay, even in the hotels main areas.
Breakfast was a £24!! Add on
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......
Room clean later check in staff get good breakfast
Darren
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Robert
9 Nov 2025
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!
Robert
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Paul
7 Nov 2025
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
Paul
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
6/10 Okay
Narinder
23 Aug 2025
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
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.
Brian
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
6/10 Okay
Stephen
5 Nov 2025
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 .