The Boat Inn
3.5 star property

Comfortable inn near Aboyne Golf Club

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The Boat Inn

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Front of property
Terrace/patio
Deluxe Triple Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains
Breakfast area
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Overview of The Boat Inn

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
The price is £145
Price available on 7/5/2024

Explore the area

Map
Charlestown Rd, Aboyne, Scotland, AB34 5EL
  • Popular LocationAboyne Golf Club20 min walk
  • Popular LocationReflect Spa3 min drive
  • Popular LocationDeeside Activity Park6 min drive
  • AirportAberdeen (ABZ)51 min drive
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Room options

Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Double or Twin Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Suite, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Suite, Bathtub

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Triple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Aboyne

The Boat Inn is located in Aboyne. Aboyne Golf Club and Ballater Golf Club are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve and Morven. Don't miss out on a visit to Deeside Activity Park. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails and other activities like skiing.

What's nearby

  • Aboyne Golf Club - 20 min walk
  • Reflect Spa - 3 min drive
  • Deeside Activity Park - 6 min drive
  • Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve - 11 min drive
  • Craigievar Castle - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Boat Inn - 1 min walk
  • Corner House Tearoom - 8 min walk
  • Golden House Chinese - 7 min drive
  • Spider on a Bicycle - 9 min walk
  • The Tavern at Huntly Arms - 9 min walk

About this property

The Boat Inn

Inn rejuvenated in 2019 and located near Aboyne Golf Club
Located close to Deeside Activity Park, The Boat Inn provides a terrace, a garden and a fireplace in reception. The on-site restaurant, The Boat Inn, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and children's meals. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, an electric car charging station and luggage storage
  • Coffee/tea in reception, outdoor furniture and wedding services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Heating, daily housekeeping and phones

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Boat Inn

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1720
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - June 2019

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 4 March and 25 April.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

The Boat Inn Inn
The Boat Inn Aboyne
The Boat Inn Inn Aboyne

Frequently asked questions

Is The Boat Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this inn allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Boat Inn?

As of 26 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Boat Inn on 7 May 2024 start from £145.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Boat Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Boat Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Boat Inn?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Boat Inn located?

Situated in Aboyne, this inn is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Aboyne Golf Club, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Deeside Activity Park and The Butterworth Gallery. Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve and Craigievar Castle are also within 12 mi (20 km).

The Boat Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 150 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 150 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 150 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 150 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 150 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One night stay to dine
Came for one night for the food as we had read good reports and were not disappointed, it was excellent both dinner and breakfast. We had a small dog and found a dog towel, treats, poo bags and a feeding mat provided in the room and also in the bar area. Nice clean room and bathroom. It would have been nice for the heating to have been on before arrival as it was cold, but was nice and warm after our walk from the electric heater and towel rail
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
On check in staff were grumpy. Two single beds pushed together is not a double bed. I have stayed here before probably won’t go back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fraser

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic pub with excellent food and rooms, highly recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing ! Fantastic Stay! We will be back !!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed several nights at this lovely inn and the rooms, the service and the food was stellar. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous place, great food, very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is a 5 star on the charming meter! The staff is friendly and welcoming and the restaurant was superb! Rooms have been updated and are clean and comfortable. There is a walking trail along the river that was beautiful. This was the best inn of our trip and we wish we had stayed here longer.

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness & Room Cleanliness
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:30 AM
Star Rating
3.5