The Ship Inn

Great little Inn with an awesome view out of the front door. Walked to Dunnotaur castle, just an amazing coastal town. Restaurant was great at the hotel (mussels), and staff was very friendly just like all Scottish people we met. Would definitely stay there again.

We felt we could have arrived on a film set for Local Hero. The room was tiny even though they did manage to fit two beds in the space. The walk to Dunnottar Castle along the coast was world-class beautiful! The view of the harbor from our room was lovely!

Coming in out of chilly rain to stay at the Ship Inn was one of my cosiest travel experiences. Initially after making my reservation online, I was confused about how to check in because there is no "front desk."But the Inn (responding to an email) instructed me to collect my room key at the bar when I arrived, and I was warmly welcomed and helped to my room and immediately made to feel completely at home (thank you Michelle!). The hot shower was the BEST I've had in years, and the in-room coffee/tea maker was a wonderful thing to come home to after hiking to Dunnottar castle in the rain. The bed was the only thing that was uncomfortable (the mattress felt a bit worn down) but otherwise ALL the touches and amenities in the room (towels, shampoo, coffee/tea, welcome biscuits, tourist info on the area) felt luxurious, and the character of the building (excellent radiator and spacious armoire and desk) made it felt very unique. The breakfast (included) was an unexpected treat as well, fresh and delicious. A meal of orange juice, fruit salad, yoghurt and a hearty "Scottish breakfast" with a delicious croissant was exactly what I needed before a day spent hiking in the rain. Then, in the evening, a delicious dinner of locally-caught seafood and homemade Polish apple pie were an enormous treat. But above all, what made Ship Inn particularly special was the staff, especially Michelle; everyone was helpful and welcoming and made every day I was there feel special.

So so comfortable with everything you need .....from the best sleep of our holiday to the great breakfast including porridge which was lovely served with honey and cream.How much we enjoyed our start to the day ...fantastic.We loved our stay the staff were all brilliant which created a great atmosphere .We felt really supported from the moment we arrived.A great real ale was always available in there friendly bar so thank you very much for a really comfortable stay

The location, by the harbour, couldn't be better. The room and facilities were very clean. The staff were friendly and helpful. We had a meal in the restaurant which was very good and breakfast was also good. We would highly recommend this b&b

I reserved a table in the restaurant two days in advance.. Unfortunately one in our party of five wasn't feeling good (over indulging in food and drink the night before), so only had iced water, but the rest of us all had a main course. Very friendly staff, food was quick to arrive and flavoursome , toilets were clean. Would definitely come back again.

We were only here for 1 night. It was so lovely we looked at staying another but was full up. Rooms are clean and well maintained. The view from our room took our breath way. We ate in the restaurant which was great. Breakfast served at the table, tasty and plenty. Will definitely be back

We didn’t stay here but did eat in the pub. Lucky to get a table as we arrived early evening on a Friday, had not planned to be in Stonehaven and so hadn’t booked. A good menu from which we chose Asian stir fry and Thai green curry. Delicious and at a fair price. Recommended.