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Cullen Bay Hotel
Come and enjoy the famous Moray Firth Dolphins, wildlife and stunning coastal scenery on a Moray Firth dolphin trip and marine tour. Known for its friendly, relaxed feel, Cullen Bay Hotel makes the perfect getaway on the north-east coast of Scotland. The hotel's restaurant looks out onto breath taking views of the sea and boasts excellent local cuisine.

Whilst hotel guests can enjoy the newly refurbished bedrooms with either stunning sea views to the front or views of Bin Hill and the countryside to the back. The beach is just a stone's throw away and is rich in marine wildlife and dramatic coastal scenery. Banffshire is named as Scotland's Dolphin Coast so the hotel is a natural spot for dolphin watching as well as a haven for natural wildlife.
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With so much fantastic Scottish produce on our doorstep, our menus complement the seasons and are changed regularly to reflect what's available at the time of year. Our restaurant is well worth the visit for locally sourced and freshly cooked food whilst enjoying the commanding views of the Moray Firth.
Lovely Hotel with the best views ever. Stayed in Room 6 which has been recently renovated and it was gorgeous from the new bathroom fittings to the lovely pictures on the wall which were all in keeping with the sea theme. Comfortable bed and the view from this room is amazing. We also dined in the Restuarant for dinner and breakfast both of which were top quality.
We only sell discounted tickets for Cullen Golf Club but can arrange rounds at the other courses at our discounted rates. Wildlife is in abundance across this part of Scotland. With a coastline full of cliffs there are plenty of vantage points including the Cullen viaduct with its panoramic views across the bay.
We decided to play Cullen Golf Course which is right beside the hotel. We got a discounted rate from Reception and then started on hole 3 and got back to the hotel at hole 2. It was great to not have to use the car to get anywhere. We are surrounded by some fantastic golf courses here at the hotel.
There are several ways you can get in touch with us. If you would like to be kept informed of promotions and events at the hotel please sign up to our newsletter. Directions - once you come through the main town of Cullen, keep left and head out under the viaduct. The hotel is approximately a mile further on that road on the left hand side.
Reviews (10)
Steven Sutcliffe
Steven Sutcliffe
Dec 19, 2021
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Tasty and substantial food with a lovely view over the beach and bay, with friendly staff.
It is a short 15 minute walk from Cullen town centre but this can be done along an unlit footpath or main road pavement (or driven if you don’t drink of course).
Angela McLaren
Angela McLaren
Dec 05, 2021
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What a lovely warm welcome we got to this impressive hotel. I've driven past many times but today it was time to stop for lunch. Everything on the menu sounded delicious but when in Cullen what else could it be but Cullen Skink? It lived up to the hype and was the best soup I've had in a long time, just room for puds which all sounded so good I'll have to go back and try them all! Decided on Creme Brulee which was superb. Spacious, bright dining room, attentive staff and what a view...
Lanes Cars
Lanes Cars
Nov 19, 2021
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The view of the sea and bay is fantastic, cross the road and you are straight on to the beach once you have crossed the golf course.
Staff friendly and great location for visiting local attractions
Alan Holt
Alan Holt
Nov 01, 2021
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We go to this hotel for dinner every time we are in the area, the menu is familiar the food good, the prices reasonable and the staff are friendly and helpful.
The view from the dining room out over the bay is amazing and is different every time we go.
This is a traditional hotel with a set of traditional values concerning service, value for money and the welcoming atmosphere that is generated.
If you are in the area please do visit the Cullen Bay Hotel.
Olly Dark
Olly Dark
Sep 22, 2021
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Absolutely wonderful. I had my very elderly uncle with me, whose mobility is poor, staff could not have been more helpful
Andrew K.
Andrew K.
Aug 16, 2021
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Lovely hotel, not quite as grand as it once was but well looked after. The food was tasty and the staff really friendly and helpful.
Alan Sanderson
Alan Sanderson
Jul 15, 2021
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Lovely meal, amazing staff! Very friendly,helpful and attentive.Stunning views, pay it a visit you won't be disappointed!
Ed F.
Ed F.
Jul 05, 2021
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Fantastic place. Really friendly owners and staff. Great views of Cullen Bay during daylight. We saw dolphins. Great food. Nice clean place.
Annemarie V.
Annemarie V.
Oct 09, 2014
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There are some reviews telling that this is an overrated, overdue hotel that charges insane prices because they have the monopoly in Cullen and maybe there's a little truth in there, but I fell in love with it.

The spot on top of the wide bay, the view from the breakfast - and the dining room, the very very friendly family-staff, the way they say: we're going to take care of you, they had me at entering the place. I stayed here for 2 nights and just loved it. They were the only hotel/restaurant in Scotland that seated me right in the middle of the dining room on a good table and paying
Donald M.
Donald M.
Mar 18, 2013
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A nice hotel looking over the bay serving breakfasts, lunches, high teas and dinners, prices are reasonable, just basic honest food.