About this property
Overlooking Stonehaven harbor, The Ship Inn was built in 1771 and offers modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi and rooms with flat-screen TVs. Private bathrooms with heated mirrors are featured in each room at The Ship Inn, as well as tea & coffee-making facilities. Locally caught seafood, and steaks from a local Aberdeen butcher are served in the on-site restaurant which offers a variety of cuisine. A selection of real ales and draft beers are served in the lounge bar, as well as more than 100 different malt whiskeys. Stonehaven is home to a picturesque harbor, open-air heated swimming pool and a scenic golf course, and is also just a 30-minute drive from central Aberdeen. The entrance to Cairngorms National Park is less than a 1-hour drive away and features a wide array of sports activities.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Beachfront
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Family rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Lynda
United States“Absolutely charming. Location is fantastic. My bedroom and room number nine was stellar with windows that open up over the bay. The breakfast was delicious. Had dinner at the restaurant and it was very good. The walk along the coast to the castle...” - Marcela
Canada“I liked the location, the cleanliness and all the staff! Thanks!” - Rana
Kuwait“Everything! The room,building,& location right on harbor, the staff, all of them friendly, attentive, the manager Fiona, helpful, welcoming, & the owner Simon, hospitable, kind-natured, refined. Loved the whole experience. Thanks.” - Eric United States“The castle is well worth the walk up and the views going up are absolutely incredible. If your here you have got to check it out and the town is so beautiful. It's all a must see.”
- Evan
United Kingdom“Great location and pub and restaurant below were great! Staff was amazing and friendly!” - Regina United States“Excellent breakfast. We also had dinner three nights in the hotel restaurant and it was very good.”
Kevin United States“The hotel/restaurant combination worked well for us since we were only staying one night, and didn’t have any familiarity with the area. Dinner and following morning meals were just what we needed. Well done.”- Ron United States“The food was excellent; made even more enjoyable by the wonderful staff. They were so friendly and so helpful.”
- Melissa United States“I changed plans to specifically stay at the Ship Inn and was NOT disappointed. They were able to "upgrade" my room to an upper floor to allow a wonderful view of the harbor. Hauling my stuff up 3 flight was a wee chore, but I asked for it! The bed...”
Patricia United States“breakfast was amazing!! we also booked the restaurant for dinner and the seafood was wonderful. ladies in the hotel/restaurant extremely friendly! This is 2nd time at this hotel”
Area info
Restaurants
- The Captain's Table Restaurant
- CuisineBritish
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
The fine print
The restaurant is very popular and busy, so tables for hotel guests cannot be guaranteed without a booking.
Please note that the property does not accept American Express cards. Bookings can be reserved using an AMEX card, but an alternative payment method will be required.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
