Hotels in Ballater

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Balmoral Arms

Balmoral Arms
Ballater
$168
$201 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Balmoral Arms

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside
Ballater
$249
$299 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside

The Old School House

The Old School House
Ballater
$479
$575 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
The Old School House

Braemar Youth Hostel

Braemar Youth Hostel
Ballater
$78
$94 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Braemar Youth Hostel

Gairnlea Cottage

Gairnlea Cottage
Ballater
$726
$871 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Gairnlea Cottage

Dalvorar - Mar Lodge Estate

Dalvorar - Mar Lodge Estate
Ballater
$757
$909 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Dalvorar - Mar Lodge Estate

Macdui - Mar Lodge Estate

Macdui - Mar Lodge Estate
Ballater
$727
$873 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Macdui - Mar Lodge Estate

Braeriach - Mar Lodge Estate

Braeriach - Mar Lodge Estate
Ballater
$707
$848 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Braeriach - Mar Lodge Estate

Gairnlea House

Gairnlea House
Ballater
$1,011
$1,213 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Gairnlea House

Derry - Mar Lodge Estate

Derry - Mar Lodge Estate
Ballater
$776
$931 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Derry - Mar Lodge Estate

Cambus o'May Hotel

Cambus o'May Hotel
Aboyne
$152
$183 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Cambus o'May Hotel

The Commercial Hotel

The Commercial Hotel
Aboyne
$146
$176 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
The Commercial Hotel

The Boat Inn

The Boat Inn
Aboyne
$118
$162 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
The Boat Inn

Loch Kinord Hotel

Loch Kinord Hotel
Aboyne
$163
$196 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Loch Kinord Hotel

Haughton Arms Hotel

Haughton Arms Hotel
Alford
$86
$103 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Haughton Arms Hotel

Argyle Guest House

Argyle Guest House
Ballindalloch
$110
$131 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Argyle Guest House

Douneside House

Douneside House
Aboyne
$243
$292 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Douneside House

Glen Clova Hotel and Lodges

Glen Clova Hotel and Lodges
Kirriemuir
$156
$187 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Glen Clova Hotel and Lodges

Cairngorm Bothies

Cairngorm Bothies
Aboyne
$233
$280 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Cairngorm Bothies

Lys-Na-Greyne Country House

Lys-Na-Greyne Country House
Aboyne
$297
$357 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Lys-Na-Greyne Country House
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Balmoral Arms

Balmoral Arms
Ballater
$177
per night
$212 total
includes taxes & fees
Balmoral Arms

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside
Ballater
$262
per night
$314 total
includes taxes & fees
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside

Dalvorar - Mar Lodge Estate

Dalvorar - Mar Lodge Estate
Ballater
$757
per night
$909 total
includes taxes & fees
Dalvorar - Mar Lodge Estate

Braemar Youth Hostel

Braemar Youth Hostel
Ballater
$78
per night
$94 total
includes taxes & fees
Braemar Youth Hostel

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Balmoral Arms

Balmoral Arms
Ballater
$168
$201 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Balmoral Arms

The Old School House

The Old School House
Ballater
$479
$575 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
The Old School House

Braemar Youth Hostel

Braemar Youth Hostel
Ballater
$78
$94 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Braemar Youth Hostel

Braeriach - Mar Lodge Estate

Braeriach - Mar Lodge Estate
Ballater
$707
$848 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Braeriach - Mar Lodge Estate

Dalvorar - Mar Lodge Estate

Dalvorar - Mar Lodge Estate
Ballater
$757
$909 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Dalvorar - Mar Lodge Estate

Macdui - Mar Lodge Estate

Macdui - Mar Lodge Estate
Ballater
$727
$873 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Macdui - Mar Lodge Estate

Derry - Mar Lodge Estate

Derry - Mar Lodge Estate
Ballater
$776
$931 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Derry - Mar Lodge Estate
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Top landmarks in Ballater

A large stone pyramid surrounded by a forest.

Balmoral Castle

8.8/10 (98 reviews)
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Balmoral Castle— just one of the monuments in central Crathie.
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A snowy mountain landscape with a wooden fence in the foreground.
Photo by Rory Paterson

Glenshee Ski Centre

7.8/10 (59 reviews)
Ski the fall line at Glenshee Ski Centre located 18 mi (29 km) from central Ballater. If you master the slopes, Butcharts Access Poma and Meall Odhar are both nearby.
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A castle with multiple towers, a flag, and a surrounding landscape with trees and a hill.
Photo by Michael Schuier

Braemar Castle

8.8/10 (5 reviews)
Braemar Castle is 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from central Ballater, why not stop by during your stay.
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A mountain landscape with a lake and rocky terrain.

Lochnagar

9.2/10 (27 reviews)
You might want to head out to Lochnagar for some fresh mountain air and a bird's-eye view of Ballater.
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Mar Lodge Estate

9.8/10 (11 reviews)
Mar Lodge Estate is 17.2 mi (27.6 km) from central Ballater, why not stop by during your stay.
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Royal Lochnagar Distillery

10.0/10 (1 review)
Royal Lochnagar Distillery is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from central Crathie, why not stop by during your stay.
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Ballater Library

Ballater Library is worth a visit when in central Ballater.
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Braemar Highland Games Centre

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Braemar Highland Games Centre— just one of the monuments in central Braemar.
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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 Library. All are within a small-town setting.

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A rural landscape with a stone house, green fields, and sheep grazing.
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Check out reviews of Ballater hotels guests love

Craiglynne Hotel

Craiglynne Hotel

8/10 Good
"Outside of hotel is iconic. Inside is ok. Central spaces are good. Rooms could be better. Beds weer ok. Overall: you get what you payed for. Breakfast. Was not good. Plundered by 3 coaches of pensionadas. After a bit waiting food was renewed but not great in quality."
Rob 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Craiglynne Hotel
Nethybridge Hotel

Nethybridge Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Everyone was so kind and helpful - it was a pleasure to stay hetre."
Katherine 4-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Nethybridge Hotel
Coylumbridge Resort Hotel

Coylumbridge Resort Hotel

8/10 Good
"Great hotel, plenty of parking and within walking distance to Aviemore centre."
Stephen 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Coylumbridge Resort Hotel
Balmoral Arms

Balmoral Arms

10/10 Excellent
"The staff were just lovely and very friendly. The food at the restaurant was very good and the rooms were modern and clean. I would definitely stay again if in the area."
Laurie 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Balmoral Arms
Atholl Palace Hotel

Atholl Palace Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful experience at the castle! Friendly staff and gorgeous rooms - the grounds are beautiful to explore"
Julie 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Atholl Palace Hotel
Fisher's Hotel

Fisher's Hotel

8/10 Good
"Great location Convenient parking Great place to stay and enjoy the shops, restaurants and theatre Always a pleasure"
Wade 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Fisher's Hotel
The Speyside Hotel

The Speyside Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay at the Speyside. Great environment to relax and evening dinner was exceptional. Big shout out to Lucy and team in the kitchen. Would definitely come back and stay again."
John 1-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
The Speyside Hotel
Macdonald Aviemore Hotel

Macdonald Aviemore Hotel

8/10 Good
"The 'Aviemore' hotel block is dated but despite this the room and bathroom were clean and comfortable. We used the pool with our kids however the water was very cold and we didn't stay long. The whole resort has plenty to offer and is good for a family stay but it could do with some areas being refreshed soon."
Graeme 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Macdonald Aviemore Hotel
Pine Trees Hotel

Pine Trees Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Fantastic staff~ warm and welcoming, nothing was too much trouble. Luxurious, comfortable and spotlessly clean accommodation ~ delicious breakfast ~ highly recommend 👌"
Irene 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Pine Trees Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What hotels do travelers like in Ballater?
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 24 vacation homes. You can also consider one of the 7 apartments or 56 cottages.
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.
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