Hotels in Ballater Scotland United Kingdom (Great Britain)

Our 19th-century hotel overlooks the Dee Valley, surrounded by the wooded mountains and hiking trails of Cairngorms National Park. It's a seven-mile drive to the royal grounds of Balmoral Castle. Our facilities include a spa, two indoor pools, tennis and squash courts, and an adventure playground for the kids.

Quietly situated in the village of Aboyne, the family-run Struan Hall boasts free Wi-Fi and free private parking. It is in the heart of Royal Deeside, just 10 minutes' walk from the historic Aboyne Castle. The rooms feature a flat-screen TV, iPod docking station, and tea and coffee making facilities with homemade baked goods. The en suite shower rooms offer bathrobes and complimentary toiletries. In the mornings, Struan Hall serves full Scottish breakfast with black pudding. Lighter options including smoked salmon are also available. Dishes are freshly prepared using locally sourced produce where possible. Packed lunches can be provided with prior request. Aboyne is home to a supermarket, banks, and a restaurant. The area surrounding the village offers many outdoor pursuits, including walking, cycling, and most notably, gliding at Aboyne Airfield just 2 miles away. Guests are also free to relax in Struan Hall's spacious guest lounge, which overlooks the gardens.

On the banks of the River Dee, The Boat Inn in Aboyne offers well-appointed accommodation, a cosy bar and restaurant. This Aberdeenshire inn lies around 4 miles east of the Cairngorms National Park, and provides free parking and Wi-Fi in public areas. A full Scottish breakfast is served at The Boat Inn, with bacon, sausage, black pudding, eggs, beans, tomatoes, mushrooms and toast. Pancakes, French toast, and smoked salmon with scrambled eggs is also available, along with a buffet selection of cereal, yoghurts, fresh fruit and juices. Each guest room has an en suite bathroom with shower or bath. All have a TV, hairdryer and tea and coffee facilities. The restaurant serves a high-quality menu using fine Scottish ingredients. Aberdeen Angus steaks, North Sea fish and seafood and Highland cheeses are among the offerings. Aboyne is around 30 miles west of Aberdeen. The city's vibrant Union Street shopping district features well-known stores and boutique shops and is less than 1 hour's drive.

The Deeside Inn is situated in the picturesque village of Ballater, in the heart of Royal Deeside. The property maintains many period features and offers open log fires and tweed sofas with a cosy atmosphere. Each spacious room at The Deeside Inn has free WiFi, a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The building boasts beamed ceilings and bare wood floors. Deeside Inn offers hearty meals in the bar and an a la carte and grill menu in the restaurant. The property is also a venue for live music. Ballater is situated on the River Dee, and is surrounded by scenic walks and the beautiful views of The Cairngorms National Park. It is a 15-minute drive from Balmoral Castle, the holiday home of the British Royal Family.

Nestled in 2 acres of private woodland in Cairngorms National Park, this family-run hotel offers free Wi-Fi, spectacular views of the Cairngorm Mountains, log fires, delightful dining and inviting bedrooms. Each bedroom at Glen Lui Hotel is spacious and individually decorated, with views of the forest. They all feature a flat-screen TV, tea/coffee, Egyptian cotton linen and an en suite bathroom with a hairdryer. The on-site restaurant has an extensive menu which offers seasonal dishes with a traditional Scottish flavour, all freshly prepared using high-quality, locally sourced produce. The Glen Lui is also a Malt Whisky Embassy and its bar offers a great selection of single malts from across Scotland. Guests have a choice of many outdoor activities at this property, including wildlife spotting, walking, cycling, fishing, skiing and rock climbing. Balmoral Castle is a 20-minute drive away and Ballater Golf Club is less than 10 minutes away on foot.

In 7 acres of woodland, overlooking Loch Davan, this former Victorian shooting lodge today offers luxurious 5-star bed and breakfast accommodation in magnificent surroundings. In its own extensive grounds in the heart of Royal Deeside, Glendavan House offers outstanding accommodation within the boundaries of the newly created Cairngorms National Park. The city centre of Aberdeen is just an hour's drive away. Originally built in 1886, the house is furnished to the highest standards, with each room combining original Victorian features, luxurious fabrics and bespoke and antique furniture with state-of-the-art modern facilities. Each room has a digital TV, a DVD player, a CD Player and a radio. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout. A hearty full cooked Scottish breakfast is included in the price and is made using fresh local produce from the region's best suppliers.

Featuring a garden, Bearberry Cottage offers accommodation in Ballater, 6.8 miles from Balmoral Castle and 6.8 miles from Royal Lochnagar Distillery. The property has garden views and is 10.6 miles from Lecht 2090 ski & Multi activity centre. The 3-bedroom cottage comes with a kitchen with a dishwasher, and a bathroom with a bath and a washing machine. A TV and DVD player are featured. Corgarff Castle is 10.6 miles from the cottage. Aberdeen Airport is 32.9 miles away.

Within the picturesque village of Aboyne, the Huntley Arms Hotel 'A Bespoke Hotel' is one of the oldest coaching inns in Scotland. Dating back to 1432, the charming property has been host to Jacobite leaders and royalty. Queen Victoria often stopped here on her way to Balmoral Castle. The rooms include a TV and tea and coffee making facilities. Each room also benefits from an en suite bathroom. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas. Guests can enjoy fine Scottish produce in The Grill Restaurant. Overlooking the landscaped gardens and Aboyne, it serves a wide selection of meals. There is a quality wine list, with a drink to complement each dish. The Lounge Bar and lively Tavern Bar offer a variety of freshly prepared bar meals, along with snacks and beverages. In the heart of Royal Deeside, the Huntley Arms is situated between the sea at Aberdeen and the mountains of the Caingorm National Park. The area is known for its unspoilt beauty and offers golf courses, distilleries, and castles. The hotel has ample free parking and is dog-friendly.

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 of the Scottish Highlands, this Victorian hotel is the perfect base from which to explore the natural beauty of Scotland. There are many activities close by, including golf, skiing, fishing and stalking. Glenshee and the Lecht, 2 of the 5 Scottish ski resorts, are both approximately 30 miles from the hotel, with the necessary instruction and ski equipment available for hire.

No 45 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. All feature a hospitality tray with Scottish biscuits, tea, coffee and hot chocolate. The spacious and comfortable public areas include a lounge with leather sofas and log fire in winter, and a library with a wide selection of books and games. Breakfast is served in the conservatory from 08:00 - 09:30, with a full Scottish breakfast, porridge and a variety of cooked options. There is a range of teas and coffees along with cereals, fruit and yoghurt. No 45 is surrounded by beautiful scenery with mountain and riverside walks close by. Balmoral Castle is just 6 miles away, and the Glenshee and Lecht ski resorts are a 30-minute drive away.

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. Guests can step from their rooms right onto a private balcony overlooking stunning Loch Aboyne. With bright and fresh décor, every room at The Lodge on the Loch provides a 32-inch flat-screen TV, along with a sleek and modern private bathroom. A pair of large French doors lead to the room?s scenic balcony. An indulgent Japanese deep soak tub, a monsoon shower, and a steam bath are offered in The Reflect Health Spa. There is a luxurious loch-side hot tub, and three treatment rooms provide a range of relaxing treatments such as hot stone treatments and aromatherapy. The glass-fronted gym means guests can exercise while enjoying amazing loch views. The Osprey Restaurant and Bistro boasts fine dining with fantastic, panoramic views of the Cairngorm Mountains and its rugged landscape. Mediterranean cuisine with a Scottish twist is served each day, and made with the finest local ingredients.