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Where to stay in Ballater?

Fireplace
Balmoral Arms
Balmoral Arms
4.0 star property
Ballater
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (324 reviews)
The price is $89
$106 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
Balmoral Arms
Indoor pool
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland
4.0 star property
Ballater
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (253 reviews)
The price is $129
$154 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 5 - Feb 6
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland
Cottage | Interior
Gairnlea Cottage
Gairnlea Cottage
3.5 star property
Ballater
The price is $513
$616 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 13 - Feb 14
Gairnlea Cottage
In-room dining
Braemar Youth Hostel
Braemar Youth Hostel
3.0 star property
Ballater
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (39 reviews)
The price is $61
$73 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22
Braemar Youth Hostel
Cottage | Interior
Macdui - Mar Lodge Estate
Macdui - Mar Lodge Estate
3.5 star property
Ballater
The price is $722
$867 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Macdui - Mar Lodge Estate
Property grounds
Derry - Mar Lodge Estate
Derry - Mar Lodge Estate
3.5 star property
Ballater
The price is $803
$964 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Derry - Mar Lodge Estate
Cottage | Interior
Gairnlea House
Gairnlea House
3.5 star property
Ballater
The price is $663
$796 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Gairnlea House
Property grounds
Braeriach - Mar Lodge Estate
Braeriach - Mar Lodge Estate
3.5 star property
Ballater
The price is $705
$846 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Braeriach - Mar Lodge Estate
Exterior
Dalvorar - Mar Lodge Estate
Dalvorar - Mar Lodge Estate
3.5 star property
Ballater
The price is $783
$939 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Dalvorar - Mar Lodge Estate
Breakfast and dinner served, British cuisine
Haughton Arms Hotel
Haughton Arms Hotel
2.5 star property
Alford
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (14 reviews)
The price is $84
$101 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Haughton Arms Hotel
Property grounds
Dalmunzie Castle Hotel
Dalmunzie Castle Hotel
3.0 star property
Blairgowrie
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (287 reviews)
The price is $111
$133 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 28 - Jan 29
Dalmunzie Castle Hotel
Restaurant
Premier Inn Aviemore
Premier Inn Aviemore
3.0 star property
Aviemore
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
The price is $60
$72 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Premier Inn Aviemore
Superior Double Room, Ensuite | Free WiFi
High Range Hotel
High Range Hotel
3.0 star property
Aviemore
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (338 reviews)
The price is $74
$89 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 22 - Jan 23
High Range Hotel
Dinner served, British cuisine
Kildrummy Inn
Kildrummy Inn
5.0 star property
Alford
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (94 reviews)
The price is $330
$396 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 13 - Feb 14
Kildrummy Inn
Interior entrance
Star Hotel
Star Hotel
4.0 star property
Kingussie
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (35 reviews)
The price is $109
$130 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Star Hotel
Free WiFi
The Ballinluig Inn
The Ballinluig Inn
3.0 star property
Pitlochry
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (23 reviews)
The price is $90
$108 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16
The Ballinluig Inn
Garden
Ravenscraig Guest House
Ravenscraig Guest House
4.0 star property
Aviemore
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
The price is $131
$157 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
Ravenscraig Guest House
Stag Suite - King/Twin (Ground Floor) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated
Argyle Guest House
Argyle Guest House
3.0 star property
Ballindalloch
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (259 reviews)
The price is $97
$116 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Argyle Guest House
Reception
The Crossing
The Crossing
2.0 star property
Kingussie
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (40 reviews)
The price is $113
$136 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 8 - Feb 9
The Crossing
Front of property
The Inn at Loch Tummel
The Inn at Loch Tummel
3.0 star property
Pitlochry
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (37 reviews)
The price is $175
$210 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 10 - Feb 11
The Inn at Loch Tummel
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Balmoral Arms

Balmoral Arms

Balmoral Arms
4.0 star property
Ballater
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (324)
The price is $89
$106 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
Balmoral Arms
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When is the best time to visit Ballater?

Our prices for hotels in Ballater are cheapest in February
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Top landmarks in Ballater

Prince Albert Cairn, near Balmoral Castle, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland

Balmoral Castle

4.5/5 (57 reviews)
Wander through the royal gardens where Queen Elizabeth spent her summers at Balmoral Castle. The ballroom is the only room open to visitors, filled with royal artifacts and Highland treasures.
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Beautiful view from the top of Cairnwell T-Bar at Glenshee Ski Center. Rare fresh snow, glorious sunshine and low wind made for an outstanding morning on the mountain with good friends. The eagle eye will spot wild deer, Ptarmigan, Hare and other hardy mountain beasties. #merch #LifeAtExpedia
Photo by Rory Paterson
Open Photo by Rory Paterson

Glenshee Ski Centre

3.8/5 (37 reviews)
Scotland's largest ski resort spans four mountains with 36 runs for all skill levels. Check weather and road conditions before driving the A93, as winter closures are common.
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Learn more about Ballater

Ballater is well-known for its attractions such as Balmoral Castle and Mar Lodge Estate. This welcoming city has something for everyone including bars as well as sights like Glenshee Ski Centre and Ballater Golf Club. All are within a small-town setting.

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Beautiful countryside near the Cairngorms National Park in Scotland. (June 2017) #Trovember
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Check out reviews of Ballater hotels guests love

McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant

McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant

10/10 Excellent
"Great experience. Warm and friendly. No negatives at all!"
Philip 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant

Frequently asked questions

What hotels do travelers like in Ballater?
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland and Balmoral Arms are a couple of accommodations that are popular with guests.
Where can I get free parking at my hotel in Ballater?
Park your car for free at Balmoral Arms.
Can I book a refundable hotel in Ballater?
If you want the flexibility to change your travel plans to Ballater, most accommodations offer refundable* bookable rates. You can find these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.
Where can I stay in Ballater if I want a vacation home instead of a traditional hotel?
If you want to find a good alternative to a hotel, review our selection of 19 vacation homes. You also might want to book one of 49 cottages or 7 cabins.
What will the weather in Ballater be like during my visit?
The warmest months in Ballater are usually July and August with an average temp of 53°F. January and February are the chilliest months when the average temp is 35°F. The rainiest months are October and July.
Why should I book my Ballater hotel through Hotels.com?
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