In the rustic village of Dinnet in the heart of Royal Deeside, this family-run hotel is ideal for exploring the Highlands and tourist and sporting activities in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
On the edge...
Alan
United Kingdom
all expectations for location and facilities were met. staff very welcoming to a very quiet and relaxing hotel. breakfast and dinner very good, nice choice of menu. room cosy and comfortable, only negative was very compact shower and low water pressure. but overall a good find for our 2 night stay in the area close to Balmoral Estate which was our reason for visit.
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.
David Roderick
United Kingdom
Friendly traditional hotel, convenient location for village.
Douneside House is located in Tarland, 50km from Aberdeen. Douneside House features views of the countryside and complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
Alison
United Kingdom
Lovely location, stayed with friends and enjoyed our break however the problems arose after we checked out.
On the banks of the River Dee, The Boat Inn in Aboyne offers accommodation, a cosy bar and restaurant.
sonia
United Kingdom
A stylish, attractive riverside country pub with rooms. Very good food at dinner, exceptional at breakfast. Helpful friendly staff. Clean, well decorated room. Very comfortable bed with good quality sheets. Eco friendly and clearly an establishment that is run well to high standards. We loved it and would return in a heartbeat.
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...
Douglas
United Kingdom
Beautiful rooms, the bathroom was lush! Very tasteful. Dinner was superb, continental breakfast was okay.
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Firhurst provides accommodation in Aboyne. The property is located 18 km from Craigievar Castle. Free WiFi is available. The units in the guest house are fitted with a flat-screen TV.
Bryony
United Kingdom
Location was perfect as I was visiting world horse welfare belwade farm. Great to have milk in the fridge when I arrived so I could enjoy a cup of tea. Flowers from the garden in a vase was a lovely touch.
You can glimpse majestic ospreys plunging into the loch, relax in the sumptuous spa, or take on two 9-hole golf courses amidst idyllic scenery at The Lodge.
Dinnet is lovely, very small village with stunning...
Dinnet is lovely, very small village with stunning countryside. A lovely place to stay particularly in summer months and to explore by walking, cycling or driving.
It is very rural and use of a car advantageous to explore surrounding area, eating out etc.
Access to taxis is limited although believe there are buses. Not there long enough to explore further as there for an event.
Emily
10
Scored 10
The cheerful smiley welcome.
The cheerful smiley welcome.
The lack of rush and noise everywhere. The place simply did what it does very well - a warm, quiet, friendly place with pleasant rooms, an imaginative menu offering a variety of food which must suit most. people, superbly cooked and presented by jolly staff.
William
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Beautiful small village, quite and peaceful but with a hotel...
Beautiful small village, quite and peaceful but with a hotel/bar if you need it. Within easy striking distance of shopping/restaurant facilities and close to all the natural beauty which surrounds.
We stayed in one of the cabins, which were equipped with everything you need. And located in a quiet environment apart from the hotel, without being troubled by other guests. Beds were OK but not the best, and some facilities needed some work, but the peaceful location, very close to the beautiful nature, totally made up for this. Dinnet is very small and only has a nice hiking trail around Loch Kinord to offer; however it is close to other Cairngorms places and many castles as well.
all expectations for location and facilities were met. staff very welcoming to a very quiet and relaxing hotel. breakfast and dinner very good, nice choice of menu. room cosy and comfortable, only negative was very compact shower and low water pressure. but overall a good find for our 2 night stay in the area close to Balmoral Estate which was our reason for visit.
The Lodge is in a beautiful location on the edge of woodland and a short distance from Loch Kinord. For up to 4 people, the Lodge is spacious, quiet, reasonably comfortable and adequately equipped. There is a good hot water system and heating. There are 4 electric car charging points in the car parking area.
Lodge was comfortable, in a very pleasant position on the edge of the woods and was very conveniently located for us as visitors to Deeside Gliding Club. Although the Lodge had no washing machine, the hotel provided a good washing service at reasonable cost. The shower in the Lodge was excellent.
Great location near Loch Kinrod, beautiful trails right from historic hotel. Most excellent dinner, comfortable fireplace/bar seating, exceptional owner host/hostess. Good mix of beautiful historic and new updated features. Lots to do for many days in outdoors.
The hotel has a very friendly atmosphere and our room was very comfortable and clean. The staff were always on hand and were relaxed and very welcoming. Dinner was delicious and we were hard pushed to eat an equally tasty breakfast the following mornings!
Beautiful area and the photos don't do the hotel justice. Beautiful porches/balconies, great location for Balmoral or outdoor recreation.
Breakfast was terrific and the staff was attentive to our every need.
Hope to come and stay here again soon!
Location is beautiful. Lodge is well equipped and reasonably comfortable. Few facilities in Dinnet bur within easy each of Aboyne and Ballater for shopping and eating. Great base for touring the area.
Amazing hotel
Warm welcome. Gorgeous room with garden balcony and everything you need
Spotless and super comfy
We ate in the restaurant and the food was amazing. Highly recommend the shin of beef
The hotel is like a family house, everything makes you feel comfortable and welcome. The restaurant, the bar as well as the rooms make one feel completely at home.
Breakfast is perfect just enough to get your day started remember this is a 3 star hotel and what they offer is more than what you would expect well done 👍
Quiet hotel half hour drive from Braemar and the Cairngorm mountains. Nothing flashy, looks like it was once a good small hotel but feels a it tired now.
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