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Cambus O' May Hotel
Hotel in Ballater
Cambus O' May Hotel has free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Ballater. 23 km from Balmoral Castle and 13 km from Aboyne Golf Club, the property offers ski storage space, as well as a...
Kath
United Kingdom
A quirky, antique-bursting former Hunting Lodge, full of character. One of the most comfortable hotel beds.
8.6
Scored 8.6
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
1,239 reviews
Price from£130.80per night
Alexandra Hotel
Hotel in Ballater
Set in Ballater and with Balmoral Castle reachable within 18 km, Alexandra Hotel offers a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.
Ursula
United Kingdom
Enjoyed breakfast. Good selection. Nice outlook. Missed the Orchids
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
415 reviews
Price from£145per night
Howe of Torbeg
Ballater
Howe of Torbeg provides glamping accommodation near Ballater, within the Cairngorms National Park. Guests can use the property's Kadai fire bowls for BBQs and evenings around the fire.
Rolf Alexander
Germany
Very nice located in the Highlands. We stayed for only one night during our ride from Inverness to Glasgow. We appreciated it very much :)
9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
776 reviews
Price from£66per night
St Andrews House
Ballater
Located in Ballater, within 17 km of Balmoral Castle and 46 km of CairnGorm National Park, St Andrews House provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for...
k
United Kingdom
The room was very clean and comfortable. The hosts were very helpful. Breakfast very tasty. I would thoroughly recommend
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
336 reviews
Price from£160per night
The Gordon Guest House
Ballater
The Gordon Guest House is located in Ballater, within Cairngorns National Park. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a TV.
Graham
United Kingdom
The guest house has a lovely feel that I’m sure tourists to the area will be very appreciative of. It’s tartan and shortbread, well mums cake anyway which was magnificent!
9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
237 reviews
Price from£150per night
Ballater Hostel
Ballater
Located in Ballater and within 18 km of Balmoral Castle, Ballater Hostel features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.
John
United Kingdom
Excellent location
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
253 reviews
Price from£83.80per night
No 45, Ballater
Ballater
No 45, Ballater is a guesthouse set in an acre of gardens and is just 5 minutes' walk from the centre of Ballater. The individually designed rooms each offer unique charm.
Michaela
Austria
First of all: Thank you so much, Alison and Les and Teddy!
ad breakfast: a huge range to choice from. The omelette was just unbelievable.
ad room: lovely, comfy rooms. The bathroom had even a bath tub. I slept extremely well because there was no noise.
It felt like home.
Alison and Les are wonderful and great hosts. And Teddy, the dog, is just cute.
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
487 reviews
Price from£168.75per night
The Auld Kirk
Ballater
This former church has been tastefully converted, enabling retention of the original features. Auld Kirk Hotel is situated in the heart of picturesque Royal Deeside.
Mark
United Kingdom
Good location for Ballater restaurants and Facilities. We really like the art as well. The owners were genuine and very welcoming. The breakfast is superb whether thats the full Scottish cooked or the Porridge and fruit. Superb, thank you Kevin and Helen
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
602 reviews
Price from£190per night
Craggan
Ballater
Featuring a garden and views of mountain, Craggan is a bed and breakfast situated in a historic building in Ballater, 16 km from Balmoral Castle.
Virva
Finland
We just loved everything! A beautiful place to enjoy the nature (the view to the mountains, watching wild rabbits, birds etc.) after an active hiking day. The room was just perfect. The best breakfast in the UK! The hosts are very friendly and genuinely nice people. We would love to come back soon.
9.9
Scored 9.9
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
133 reviews
Price from£160per night
Balmoral Arms
Ballater
Balmoral Arms is situated in village of Ballater, in the centre of Royal Deeside. The property offers open log fires and free WiFi.
julie
United Kingdom
we were upgraded to a suite because our room wasn't ready at check in. The suite was therefore better than we expected & was excellent value for money. The breakfast was very good, hot and served quickly
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
1,499 reviews
Price from£140per night
FAQs about hotels in Ballater
What guests said about Ballater:
- 10Scored 10
Ballater is a lovely old Victorian village alongside the...
Ballater is a lovely old Victorian village alongside the river Dee and next to the Balmoral Estate, the Scottish home of the King. There is easy accessibility to the mountains river walks, distilleries and more
NormanUnited Kingdom - 10Scored 10
Ballater is a lovely little town, very close to the Balmoral...
Ballater is a lovely little town, very close to the Balmoral Estate so excellent location if you are planning to visit the Castle and grounds of the royal estate. It has an excellent selection of restaurants, coffee shops and boutique / gift shops to choose from. Free parking in most places and some lovely walks that are all clearly marked that follow the river and circulate the town.DavidUnited Kingdom - 10Scored 10
Ballater is a beautiful historic town.
Ballater is a beautiful historic town. It has lovely architecture, a Victorian train station where Queen Victoria used to travel to. Lots of restaurants, pubs, and the townspeople are very nice. It's close to Balmoral and was a perfect location to drive around and see the sites.KathrynUnited States - 8.0Scored 8.0
Quaint little village with just enough amenities with plenty...
Quaint little village with just enough amenities with plenty of activities in and around the place. There's a coop shop for groceries, and some nice restaurant choices too. There's a small petrol station here as well so it's useful for fuelling up if you plan to drive any great distance. I'd happily come back here, but it's a small place so it's limited in some ways if you plan to stay for any great length of time. We ate from two restaurants here, the New Shanghai Chinese takeaway, and the Alexandra Hotel restaurant. Both were very satisfying meals and good value for money, and I'd happily come back to both. The village is fairly small, so it's very walkable if you want to mill around and explore the pubs, shops and cafes.AndrewUnited Kingdom - 8.0Scored 8.0
Lovely picturesque village in Royal Deeside.
Lovely picturesque village in Royal Deeside. Shop fronts, the streets and the buildings are immaculately kept. Has many great places to eat and drink. Great walk along the old Deeside railway line. I went on a drench November midweek day, so there wasn't a lot happening, but the surroundings are nice. Fantastic place for solo travellers, couples and people who like the great outdoors.DavidUnited Kingdom - 10Scored 10
Ballater is a fantastic area, such beautiful surroundings...
Ballater is a fantastic area, such beautiful surroundings with lots to do. Lots of walking and cycling options. The town itself has beautiful buildings and architecture. I love the area so much, I'm looking to buy a property and move there permanently.
DavidUnited Kingdom
Explore guest reviews of hotels in Ballater
- From £160 per night9.9Scored 9.9ExceptionalRated exceptional· 133 reviewsQuiet and beautiful location but minutes from the quaint village of Ballater in Cairngorms NP. Martyn and Louise could not have been more welcoming. Our room was very spacious with a comfortable bed, a separate seating area, and all of the amenities, including plenty of power outlets throughout the room. Our accommodations included a private patio area and a very large bathroom. The welcoming treats and gourmet breakfast which included homemade baked goods were standouts in an exceptional stay at Craggan.
WhinnaUnited States - From £160 per night9.9Scored 9.9ExceptionalRated exceptional· 133 reviewsGreat hosts, made us feel at home immediately, very welcoming and helpful. High quality accommodation, lovely room with comfortable bed and quality furnishings. Delicious breakfast freshly prepared each day. Great location about one mile from Ballater in peaceful surroundings with great views. Also handy for visiting Balmoral. Would definitely stay here again if visiting the area and would not hesitate to recommend to others.DavidUnited Kingdom
- 9.6Scored 9.6ExceptionalRated exceptional· 68 reviewsOur stay at Hillside was exceptional! The place is immaculate, the accomodations and furnishings are beyond exceptional, in a very quiet area but close walk to everything. There is an outdoor patio to relax and enjoy, too. Phil is a character and made us feel right at home and was so helpful with suggestions of what to do. We highly recommend it!MillerUnited States
- 9.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 776 reviewsVery warm and comfortable in the pod, fantastic mattress, lovely view of the river to wake up to. Felt secluded and private despite proximity to other pods. Great to have some board games and plenty of resources for exploring the area. Lovely location. Great value. Lots of little details thought of. Great to have hot water available at any time.
PhilippaUnited Kingdom - 9.4Scored 9.4SuperbRated superb· 99 reviewsAlthough as the name suggests it's a Tiny house, it had everything we needed and was very comfortable. The views from the bed were great. The walks around the tiny house were great for us especially with the dog. Ballater is such a lovely place. Highly recommended the bakery and butcher by royal appointment. Food was lovely.Andra7882United Kingdom
- 9.4Scored 9.4SuperbRated superb· 99 reviewsLovely little cabin. The bed was ridiculously comfortable, and we had everything we needed in the kitchen. The location is great, close to Ballater and Braemar within driving distance. We used the tub, and it was a real experience! Very peaceful stay and glad to be able to bring our dog with us. Have recommended to friends.DionneUnited Kingdom
- 8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 1,239 reviewsIt is as beautiful as it looks in the pictures, so charming inside and out. Owners and staff are friendly and helpful, as was the hotel dog. Food was very good (new chef: doing great!) When we first drove up I said I wanted to live there, and I still do, lol. It's just really well done and feels elegant but welcoming.JoyceUnited States
- 8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 1,239 reviewsI liked everything about my stay. The area, the views, the hotel, the staff etc. It's great that the hotel is dog friendly. I have stayed at the Cambus O May before, and couldn't wait to return. It's such a peaceful and beautiful place. I feel fully relaxed, and wish I could have stayed longer, and so does my dog.DavidUnited Kingdom
- 8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 415 reviewsLoved the small hotel vibes of the Alexandra hotel. On top of a great location, rooms were super comfy and extremely clean, staff were lovely, breakfast superb and their bar serves delicious pub meals (their cheesecake is so tasty).
PatriciaUnited Kingdom - From £184.50 per night8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 1,499 reviewsNice bar, decent modern rooms for an old hotel. Despite many shortcomings, it was acceptable and probably as good as it gets in Ballater. Venison pie was best meal I’ve ever eaten.PaulUnited Kingdom
- 8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 57 reviewsExcellent location within walking distance of beautiful Ballater centre. Nicely furnished, clean and comfortable. Private patio area in the sun. Friendly greeting on our arrival.
AngusUnited Kingdom - 8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 63 reviewsLocation was perfect for Ballater and plenty of parking. Very quiet location. Plenty of good quality pubs, restaurants and coffee shops near by. Also close to very good walks.RowenaUnited Kingdom
- 9.5Scored 9.5ExceptionalRated exceptional· 336 reviewsNever been in a hotel so clean! Lovely and very modern. Natali and Toni were fabulous hosts. Breakfast was excellent. Very well located for a short walk into Ballater.RaymondUnited Kingdom
- 8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 358 reviewsGreat place to stay in the Ballater area. Under new ownership who have plans for the property. The owners are delightful and extremely helpful. Lovely breakfast!!
ChristopherUnited Kingdom - 9.5Scored 9.5ExceptionalRated exceptional· 602 reviewsVery warm welcome. Hosts are very knowledgeable about the local area and recommended places to visit / eat. Lovely central place to stay in Ballater.
AndrewUnited Kingdom - 8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 23 reviewsLocation was good for our visit to Balmoral to attend the Braemar games and to see the Balmoral castle. Beds were comfortable.MaureenUnited States
- 8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 415 reviewsGood breakfast with plenty of options; free on street parking nearby; good pub onsite; good location for Ballater.JohnUnited States
- 9.5Scored 9.5ExceptionalRated exceptional· 487 reviewsThis was a beautiful guest house. The grounds and building are lovely and the town of Ballater is wonderful.KathrynAustralia
- 9.5Scored 9.5ExceptionalRated exceptional· 602 reviewsBreakfast was excellent …variety of choice . Pleasant server. Spacious area.Jim & Moira SincalirCanada
- From £184.50 per night8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 1,499 reviewsLocation was perfect for my meetings in centre of BallaterPhilipVietnam
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