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Top 10 Ballater hotels and places to stay

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland
Indoor pool
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (191)
"At £220 a night a few simple things like robes, biscuits and even a disposable show cap might have been included. We stayed in a very nice room in pitlochry the next night for just under £100, basically we felt the hotel was expensive."
The price is £190
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland
Balmoral Arms
Fireplace
Balmoral Arms
4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (165)
"We had a great first visit to Ballater and the hotel did not disappoint. Our room was very clean and tidy. The reception staff were very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. The food was very tasty and the waiting staff very courteous and friendly. Overall we had a wonderful time and would definitely go back. "
The price is £153
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
Balmoral Arms
Argyle Guest House
Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Ground Floor | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, laptop workspace
Argyle Guest House
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (173)
"Great stay with very friendly and accomodating owner. The room and bathroom was very clean and comfortable. Owners were also very accomodating with our group's bikes and securely stored them for us."
The price is £96
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
Argyle Guest House
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No 45, Ballater
Exterior
No 45, Ballater
4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (42)
"Owned by very nice couple."
The price is £175
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
No 45, Ballater
Braemar Lodge Cabins
Miscellaneous
Braemar Lodge Cabins
2.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (11)
"Loved our stay at a cabin at Braemar Lodge Hotel. Very comfortable, clean, spacious cabin. Everything worked well in the cabin, my family thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Wonderful area around the cabin, Braemar and the surrounding mountains. "
Braemar Lodge Cabins
Glenlivet Glamping in a Cosy Wooden Lodge - Dog Friendly
Property grounds
Glenlivet Glamping in a Cosy Wooden Lodge - Dog Friendly
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2)
"Such a great place to stay whilst exploring the Cairngorms National Park. Everything you need in a lovely compact, cosy, clean cottage."
The price is £184
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
Glenlivet Glamping in a Cosy Wooden Lodge - Dog Friendly
The Smugglers Hostel
Exterior
The Smugglers Hostel
2.0 star property
6.6 out of 10, (9)
"Great communication after a last minute booking as a family of 5. Very comfortable and clean. In a lovely setting. "
The price is £85
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
The Smugglers Hostel
Invercauld Lodges
Lodge, 2 Bedrooms (Glenmuick) | Free cots/infant beds, free rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Invercauld Lodges
4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (16)
"We loved our stay in the Balmoral lodge. Excellent location, well equipped and comfortable. Only tiny thing I’d mention is that in the facilities there is ‘free toiletries’ listed, but it was only hand soap so we did have to nip to the local shop. So maybe just take that off the description as it may be misleading? We’d love to come back again soon, we had a fantastic time. Thank you! "
Invercauld Lodges
Unique tiny house with wood-fired roll-top tub in ❤ of the Cairngorms
Living area
Unique tiny house with wood-fired roll-top tub in ❤ of the Cairngorms
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (23)
"Lovely views and very warm, cabin is exactly as described and feels wonderful to be in"
Unique tiny house with wood-fired roll-top tub in ❤ of the Cairngorms
★ Delightful forest View Cabin with hot tub in Cairngorms ★
Spa
★ Delightful forest View Cabin with hot tub in Cairngorms ★
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"The cabin was amazingly beautiful. The decor was very very nice. Everything was very clean and the views were beautiful. First thing I did was take pictures of the cabin to send home. They know How much I wanted to stay in one. I did walk the seven bridge walk I’d sat halfway, also a wonderful scenic walk where I was able to get some fabulous pictures. When I took the walk outside the cabin I was amazed to see rabbits running everywhere. I was like a cartoon, most enjoyable. I did meet up with...
★ Delightful forest View Cabin with hot tub in Cairngorms ★
Cairngorm Bothies
Living area
Cairngorm Bothies
3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (6)
"We were meeting friends to go to the Highland games and there were little lodging available at a reasonable price. I was a little concerned about the bothies based on earlier reviews but we all loved it. One friend was very tall and in a bothies with lower ceilings so they offered a different one but they didn't mind. We all enjoyed the wood stoves, the environment, and the beds. Also the fridge and kitchenette. But, we soon learned that internet and cell connections are rare in most of...
Cairngorm Bothies
Cairngorm Lodges
Red Squirrel Lodge | Front of property
Cairngorm Lodges
4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"Totally wonderful experience, Shauna had a fire waiting for us when we arrived, the lodge was spotless and well equiped in the kitchen, the location excellent, and we got incredibly lucky with the weather - we will be back!"
Cairngorm Lodges
Glenernan Self Catering Cottages
Terrace/patio
Glenernan Self Catering Cottages
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7)
"The cottage was spacious and comfortable with everything we needed. It was really well situated for walking into the centre of Ballater."
Glenernan Self Catering Cottages
Gardener's Cottage
Exterior
Gardener's Cottage
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"We loved our stay at Gardener’s Cottage. It looks an out over the main house and the hills beyond - the views are stunning. The house is cosy and had everything we needed. The housekeeper was super helpful with everything. Highly recommended."
Gardener's Cottage
Contemporary Cottage in Ballater Village
Living area | Smart TV
Contemporary Cottage in Ballater Village
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
"This cottage was perfect for our stay. The cleanliness and quality of all the rooms meant it was extremely comfortable. Communication with the owner was easy and friendly. There was some nice personal touches as well, such as a welcome pack on arrival. The location was ideal, Ballater is beautiful and has great walks straight out the door of the cottage and there is a good variety of food and drink in the town which were all very good quality. Balmoral and the Glenshee ski area were only a short...
Contemporary Cottage in Ballater Village
Cairn Leuchan,Glen Muick, Ballater
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Cairn Leuchan,Glen Muick, Ballater
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (27)
"This cottage is so nice you won't want to leave the house. The layout is perfect and incredibly functional, and the style is pristine and tasteful. There is a laminated guidebook with info about the appliances, temp control, amenities, nearby hikes. Everything was in stock, everything worked. The skylights have blinds/shades and can be cracked open for air, and the lighting options inside are numerous. Sometimes you see houses that have been flipped with superficial touches yet they fail at...
Cairn Leuchan,Glen Muick, Ballater
Smithy Cottage Licence AS00607
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smithy Cottage Licence AS00607
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
"We loved our stay at this cottage. It was spotlessly clean and tidy and perfect for our base for exploring the area. Lovely hosts who made sure we were ok and gave great information on the local area. Highly recommend a stay here."
Smithy Cottage Licence AS00607
Beautiful spacious house and sun-porch in large mature gardens facing South
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Beautiful spacious house and sun-porch in large mature gardens facing South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (27)
"The location was fabulous and the garden was a joy. The house was okay but would have benefited from the owners having been less defensive and having acted upon issues already raised by previous reviewers e.g. the mattresses/pillows were very uncomfortable, the tap in the upstairs toilet is very stiff and difficult to turn on or regulate the temperature, especially cold (even the caretaker couldn't sort out). The old books (inc Masters of Modern Science, 1935 edition! and the complete...
Beautiful spacious house and sun-porch in large mature gardens facing South
Couthie Cooshed in the Cairngorms
Interior
Couthie Cooshed in the Cairngorms
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
"We spent a stunning four nights here over the Easter weekend. The Cooshed was well equipped, comfortable and the lovely fireplace ensured it was beautifully warm. The location is perfect for sightseeing in the Highlands and the surrounding areas are exceptionally beautiful. I would highly recommend staying here."
Couthie Cooshed in the Cairngorms
Kildrummy Inn
British cuisine
Kildrummy Inn
5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (82)
"WOW! simply stunning! Outstanding food, rooms and service! Highly recommend "
The price is £280
includes taxes & fees
15 May - 16 May
Kildrummy Inn
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Insh Hall

Insh Hall

Insh Hall, Kingussie, Scotland
The price is £68 per night from May 12 to May 13
£68
per night
12 May - 13 May
8/10 Very Good! (3 reviews)

Accommodation near Ballater attractions

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Braemar Castle

Braemar Castle is just one of the places to see in Ballater, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the restaurants and bars.

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Braemar Castle

Ballater Travel Info

Number of hotels
1,110
Highest price
£280
Lowest price
£68
Known attractions
Balmoral Castle, Ballater Golf Club and Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve
Hotels with bars
14
5-star hotels
3
Hotels with skiing
9

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Ballater?

No 45, Ballater is ranked highly by Expedia customers. This guest house offers free breakfast and free WiFi. Reviews from our site also recommend Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland and Balmoral Arms as top options for your trip. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Ballater.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Ballater has to offer?

Perfect location Pitlochry apartment close to all amenities: This holiday home rental outside of Ballater has laundry facilities and WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities such as a microwave and kitchenware can make your holiday run smoothly. See all vacation rentals in Ballater.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Ballater, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Ballater.

What's the best place to stay on a budget in Ballater?

Based on our traveller reviews, Braemar Youth Hostel is a top choice for a less expensive stay. View all budget hotels in Ballater.

What's the best LGBTQ-friendly place to stay in Ballater?

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features a full-service spa and flat-screen TVs. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Ballater.

What's the best dog-friendly hotel in Ballater?

Balmoral Arms is a top dog-friendly hotel, and offers a restaurant along with flat-screen TVs for its human guests. Other good choices for you and your pet's trip include Invercauld Lodges and Braemar Youth Hostel. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Ballater.

What's the best high-end hotel in Ballater?

Moorfield Guest House is a 4-star B&B and popular for Expedia travellers looking for a luxurious stay. Another upscale option for your stay is The Deeside Inn. Find more luxury hotels in Ballater.

What's the best accommodation for a golf trip to Ballater?

No 45, Ballater is a top guest house that has an adjacent golf course and features free WiFi. Visit Ballater Golf Club or Braemar Golf Club to perfect your golf swing. See more golf hotels in Ballater.

Where's the best place to stay for a ski holiday in Ballater?

Balmoral Arms is a top hotel for skiing, and features free parking and flat-screen TVs Other good choices for your stay near the slopes include Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland and No 45, Ballater. See all ski hotels in Ballater.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Ballater?

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland is a top hotel with a children's pool, a full-service spa and a steam room. View all hotels with pools in Ballater.

What is the best spa hotel in Ballater?

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland is a top spa hotel featuring a pool, a fitness centre, tennis courts and a hair salon. Enjoy a facial, body wrap or manicure/pedicure at the on-site spa. See all spa hotels in Ballater.

How is it staying in Ballater?

Visitors to Ballater will definitely enjoy the bars and restaurants. Tourists can also enjoy the city's golf courses, mountain views and ski areas. In Ballater, there are 80 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Ballater.

Ballater Hotel Reviews
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McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant

McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant

5/5 Excellent
"Great location. Lovely people. Fun pub. Wish the parking had been a little better. No elevator but they helped with the bags. Would definitely stay here again. "
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McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant