Title: Rathen Travel Guide: Best of Rathen, Fraserburgh Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Rathen](https://expedia.co.uk/Rathen-Hotels.d553248635118512587.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Rathen](https://expedia.co.uk/Rathen-Holiday-Rentals.d553248635118512587.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Rathen Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Rathen.d553248635118512587.Car-Hire-Guide)[Rathen Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Rathen.d553248635118512587.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Rathen Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Rathen Kirk This is the 19th century kirk which replaced an older one, now in ruins.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635118512587/746afcb1-536f-4f6a-8d26-341f5db1149a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635118512587/746afcb1-536f-4f6a-8d26-341f5db1149a.jpg) by [Anne Burgess](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/139) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Rathen Kirk This is the 19th century kirk which replaced an older one, now in ruins.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635118512587/746afcb1-536f-4f6a-8d26-341f5db1149a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635118512587/746afcb1-536f-4f6a-8d26-341f5db1149a.jpg) by [Anne Burgess](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/139) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Kirk at Rathen](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635118512587/dea7adb8-8435-40bb-956e-1bf532f7a103.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635118512587/dea7adb8-8435-40bb-956e-1bf532f7a103.jpg) by [Iain Macaulay](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/2533) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ## Visit Rathen Things to do - Top hotels in Rathen - Top Holiday Rentals in Rathen ![Harbour Spring, Peterhead by Marston's Inns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21210000/21203200/21203137/40b23216_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Harbour Spring, Peterhead by Marston's Inns Buchan Way Peterhead Scotland £53 14 Feb - 15 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this inn in Peterhead. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9/10 Wonderful! (367 reviews) Great nights sleep, very quiet and temperature controlled rooms if your like me and like it cold lol, you can turn off up or down. Also added bonus of a bath as wife had ours taken out during refurbishment. Food was great over the road as was breakfast and staff can’t be more helpful Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026&selected=21203137&PinnedHotelID=21203137&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635118512587) ![The Waterside Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23200/23121/be606e7c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Waterside Hotel Fraserburgh Road Peterhead Scotland £45 8 Mar - 9 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Peterhead. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 7.2/10 Good! (354 reviews) Clean room, staff were really friendly and helpful and pool was nice and warm. Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=23121&PinnedHotelID=23121&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635118512587) ![Stunning 1 Bedroom Fishermans Cottage Located In The Beautiful Village Of Pennan](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34330000/34329800/34329707/d733154c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Stunning 1 Bedroom Fishermans Cottage Located In The Beautiful Village Of Pennan Pennan £132 19 Feb - 20 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach cottage in Fraserburgh. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attraction New Aberdour Beach is located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (159 reviews) Gorgeous cozy cottage with amazing sea viewsWell equipped and host very helpful Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F02%2F2026&endDate=20%2F02%2F2026&selected=34329707&PinnedHotelID=34329707&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635118512587) [See all 193 properties in Rathen](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635118512587) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Stunning 1 Bedroom Fishermans Cottage Located In The Beautiful Village Of Pennan](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34330000/34329800/34329707/d733154c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Stunning 1 Bedroom Fishermans Cottage Located In The Beautiful Village Of Pennan Pennan Stay at this beach cottage in Fraserburgh. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attraction New Aberdour Beach is located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (159 reviews) Gorgeous cozy cottage with amazing sea viewsWell equipped and host very helpful Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fraserburgh-Hotels-Vrbo-Property.h34329707.Hotel-Information) ![Rural cottage with stunning views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33990000/33982200/33982157/f4bf19da_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rural cottage with stunning views Ellon SCT Stay at this family-friendly cottage in Ellon. Enjoy a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Forvie National Nature Reserve Visitor Centre and Cruden ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews) Had a problem finding the house but a friendly neighbor helped when we could not contact the host. As for the house and location, it was the best VRBO we have ever stayed at. Loved the rural experience with the cows in the adjacent pasture, sheep up the road, fresh eggs just up the road. The bedrooms ... Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Aberdeen-Hotels-Rural-Cottage-With-Stunning-Views.h33982157.Hotel-Information) !["Door to the Shore" is the ultimate in deluxe glamping accommodation in Scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32640000/32633200/32633176/839632ff_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### "Door to the Shore" is the ultimate in deluxe glamping accommodation in Scotland Pitullie SCT Stay at this cabin in Fraserburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Fraserburgh Heritage Centre and Museum of Scottish ... 10/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews) Excellent Excellent location, views, and great memories. Reviewed on 13 May 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fraserburgh-Hotels-Door-To-The-Shore-Is-The-Ultimate-In-Deluxe-Glamping-Accommodation-In-Scotland.h32633176.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Rathen](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635118512587&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Rathen hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118512587&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118512587&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118512587&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118512587&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118512587&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118512587&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### RSPB Loch of Strathbeg Nature Reserve You can take time to visit RSPB Loch of Strathbeg Nature Reserve during your travels to Fraserburgh. Wander the sandy beaches and marina while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/RSPB-Loch-Of-Strathbeg-Nature-Reserve-Fraserburgh.d553248621555971785.Attraction) #### Fraserburgh Heritage Centre 4/5(1 review) You can spend time studying the exhibits at Fraserburgh Heritage Centre during your travels in Fraserburgh. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fraserburgh-Heritage-Centre-Fraserburgh.d6088661.Attraction) #### New Aberdour Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at New Aberdour Beach during your trip to Fraserburgh? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront. [](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Aberdour-Beach-Fraserburgh.d553248635977468228.Attraction) #### Museum of Scottish Lighthouses 5/5(1 review) You can spend time studying the exhibits at Museum of Scottish Lighthouses during your trip to Fraserburgh. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Museums-Of-Scottish-Lighthouses-Fraserburgh.d6088659.Attraction) #### The Corse Playpark Explore the great outdoors at The Corse Playpark, a lovely green space in Crimond. [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Corse-Playpark-Fraserburgh.d880729157743824896.Attraction) #### Russell Court Park Explore the great outdoors at Russell Court Park, a lovely green space in Crimond. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Russell-Court-Park-Fraserburgh.d880729182773329920.Attraction) ## Cities near Rathen ![Fraserburgh, Scotland, UK, Beach Area. The Broch or Faithlie is a town in Aberdeenshire, Scotland ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6193819/5f1584df-22e0-41ea-8cf2-029cd1fa87ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Fraserburgh - Cities near Rathen - Places of interest [Fraserburgh](https://expedia.co.uk/Fraserburgh.dx6193819) - [Moray Firth ](https://expedia.co.uk/Moray-Firth-Europe.d553248632296867414.Attraction) - [Aden Country Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Aden-Country-Park-Peterhead.d553248621532495158.Attraction) - [Bullers of Buchan ](https://expedia.co.uk/Bullers-Of-Buchan-Peterhead.d553248621532495157.Attraction) - [RSPB Loch of Strathbeg Nature Reserve ](https://expedia.co.uk/RSPB-Loch-Of-Strathbeg-Nature-Reserve-Fraserburgh.d553248621555971785.Attraction) - [Fraserburgh Heritage Centre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Fraserburgh-Heritage-Centre-Fraserburgh.d6088661.Attraction) - [Peterhead Maritime Heritage ](https://expedia.co.uk/Peterhead-Maritime-Heritage-Peterhead.d6088657.Attraction) - [Banff Museum ](https://expedia.co.uk/Banff-Museum-Banff.d553248621533025346.Attraction) - [Haddo Country Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Haddo-Country-Park-Ellon.d553248621532495232.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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