1. Balmoral Arms
- Location: Ballater
- Guest rating: 8.6/10 (Excellent, 430 reviews)
- Price: £110, includes taxes & fees, 15 Dec - 16 Dec, for Recommended hotels in Crathie
- Review: Fantastic stay!, by Shannon
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2. Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside
- Location: Ballater
- Guest rating: 9/10 (Wonderful, 297 reviews)
- Price: £122, includes taxes & fees, 19 Nov - 20 Nov, for Recommended hotels in Crathie
- Review: The property in Ballater is in a fantastic location, making it easy to explore the surrounding area. It was also incredibly well kept and clean, which made for a very comfortable stay., by Matthew
3. Braemar Youth Hostel
- Location: Ballater
- Guest rating: 9.4/10 (Exceptional, 51 reviews)
- Price: £50, includes taxes & fees, 16 Nov - 17 Nov, for Recommended hotels in Crathie
- Review: Great stay at Braemar Youth Hostel. It's a comfortable space with good rooms, clean bathrooms, and everything you need in the kitchen,, by Skye
4. The Boat Inn
- Location: Aboyne
- Guest rating: 9.6/10 (Exceptional, 253 reviews)
- Price: £96, includes taxes & fees, 16 Nov - 17 Nov, for Recommended hotels in Crathie
- Review: Amazing place. We had a very relaxing stay., by Deborah
5. Cambus o'May Hotel
- Location: Aboyne
- Guest rating: 10/10 (Exceptional, 14 reviews)
- Price: £115, includes taxes & fees, 5 Dec - 6 Dec, for Recommended hotels in Crathie
- Review: Excellent Hotel and great value for money., by Tonya
6. Dalmunzie Castle Hotel
- Location: Blairgowrie
- Guest rating: 9/10 (Wonderful, 354 reviews)
- Price: £106, includes taxes & fees, 26 Nov - 27 Nov, for Recommended hotels in Crathie
- Review: Very cute place with great food and interesting history. The location to Glenshee was great and the grounds were pretty with a creek running through and wildlife., by Amy
7. Hotel Square
- Location: Ballindalloch
- Guest rating: 8.2/10 (Very good, 13 reviews)
- Price: £86, includes taxes & fees, 1 Dec - 2 Dec, for Recommended hotels in Crathie
- Review: A good place for a short stopover., by Roman
8. Loch Kinord Hotel
- Location: Aboyne
- Guest rating: 8.8/10 (Excellent, 100 reviews)
- Price: £115, includes taxes & fees, 20 Nov - 21 Nov, for Recommended hotels in Crathie
- Review: Love this historical village hotel! The staff were AMAZING! The cuisine was delectable! We could not be more delighted! Excellent value and hospitality!, by Judith
9. The Commercial Hotel
- Location: Aboyne
- Guest rating: 9.4/10 (Exceptional, 282 reviews)
- Price: £123, includes taxes & fees, 29 Nov - 30 Nov, for Recommended hotels in Crathie
- Review: Had a lovely stay at the Commercial Hotel in Tarland. Brilliant base to visit Tarland Trails, food was great and the staff couldn’t have been more welcoming and helpful! Would definitely go back for another visit any time., by Jeanne
10. Douneside House
- Location: Aboyne
- Guest rating: 9.8/10 (Exceptional, 60 reviews)
- Price: £204, includes taxes & fees, 10 Dec - 11 Dec, for Recommended hotels in Crathie
- Review: First class hotel, relaxed atmosphere, beautiful situation excellent food and very friendly efficient staff, by Kenneth
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Cambus o'May Hotel
- Location: Aboyne
- Review: A gorgeous manor house-style hotel with so much charm! The staff were really helpful and welcoming, the bar was cosy and the continental breakfast was lovely. There are beautiful walks nearby, and the town is only a 10-minute drive away. Would happily recommend!, by Anjana, 29 October 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside
- Location: Ballater
- Review: This is one of my favourite Hotels, the location is superb and the rooms have recently been upgraded so a very enjoyable stay. The first room we got had a vent outside which didn't bother me but as my wife is a light sleeper we requested a swap and got a double upgrade, so happy days., by James, 2 May 2018, rated 10/10 Excellent
Braemar Youth Hostel
- Location: Ballater
- Review: Very clean rooms, furnishing is tasteful and well considered. A warm welcome and great chance to swap traveller recommendations with fellow walkers/visitors. Extremely well managed and intuitive to use. Love the boot room, clean public spaces and ‘please use’ shelf in the fridge!, by Helen, 7 October 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
The Boat Inn
- Location: Aboyne
- Review: Amazing place. We had a very relaxing stay., by Deborah, 2 November 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
Balmoral Arms
- Location: Ballater
- Review: I felt like I was in a Nancy Drew game - the interior had a mysterious air to it, in a good way. It was very cozy and staff was really attentive., by Anonymous traveller, 12 February 2015, rated 10/10 Excellent
Sweet Donside Cabins
- Location: Strathdon
- Review: The Sweet Donside Cabins are a little piece of heaven in Scotland, everything we could possible need was provided, we stayed in the Little Love Nest and the way it was decorated was absolutely amazing the added touches of pictures and ornaments was second to none, Lizzie and Brent are amazing hosts. Everything was spotless, the hot tub was ready as soon as we arrived and was such a treat with the lights all around the decking area. Each cabin is very private even though they are next to each..., by Elaine, 31 August 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
The Commercial Hotel
- Location: Aboyne
- Review: The hotel is lovely and the staff are lovely and friendly. Being a veggie is always difficult but they had a lovely range of veggie dinners and breakfast! Ideally located for me on business but this is my second visit as it was easy to book and I remembered how lovely everyone was and accommodating. I was very happy to book again and will do again when I am next in the area! Thank you, by wendy, 28 October 2016, rated 10/10 Excellent
Glen Clova Hotel and Lodges
- Location: Kirriemuir
- Review: We had a lovely time at the Glen Clova hotel, it's set in beautiful scenery and the staff are very friendly and helpful. The food was very tasty and our room was very quiet. Only thing I would ask for is mineral water in the room because both taps in the bathroom were running warm water so we couldn't pour a glass from there., by Angela, 3 July 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent
Loch Kinord Hotel
- Location: Aboyne
- Review: Amazing hosts who couldn’t do enough for you Would definitely return and highly recommend Food in the restaurant is better than any restaurant we have ever eaten at !, by Julian, 29 July 2021, rated 10/10 Excellent
Gulabin Lodge and House
- Location: Blairgowrie
- Review: Quiet , clean room with a view , friendly hosts. well equipped kitchen with a lovely big dinning room,, by Nikki, 16 March 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent
Kildrummy Inn
- Location: Alford
- Review: Meal was truly out of this world ,Amazing!!Service & staff are friendly , room was well worth the money ,very clean . Definatly recommend this hotel A++++++++, by Eleanor, 6 December 2015, rated 10/10 Excellent
Hotel Square
- Location: Ballindalloch
- Review: Nice hotel. If you want a tv you need to have a room on the second floor but who needs a tv nowadays when there is WiFi. Very comfortable bed and lovely big bathroom., by Christine, 10 December 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent
Macbeth Arms
- Location: Banchory
- Review: Self contained, had toaster, kettle, microwave and refrigerator. Slight draw back is the vacuum sanitary system that makes noise when you use the toilet, sink or shower., by Philip, 30 June 2023, rated 10/10 Excellent
The Smugglers Hostel
- Location: Ballindalloch
- Review: We've got a very nice clean and with private toilet included bedroom. Good car park. A well spacious living room with kitchen with all the amenities. Amazing place. I'll recommend and I'm sure I'll be back as soon as possible., by Paulo, 27 July 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
Tombeck
- Location: Ballindalloch
- Review: Lovely house, well maintained. Quiet area., by Kathleen, 24 May 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent
Braeriach - Mar Lodge Estate
- Location: Ballater
- Review: Absolutely stunning property. Over and above expectations. Would highly recommend. If you’re looking for luxury with a great price, this is the place. Beautiful grounds and stunning scenery., by Peter, 1 August 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent
The Bothy
- Location: Kirriemuir
- Review: Gezellige cottage. Keuken met prachtig uitzicht. Veel privacy. Uitstekende ligging in mooi dal van de Clova., by Anna, 31 July 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent