Cheap Hotels in Ballater

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Top 5 Cheap Hotels in Ballater at a glance

Balmoral Arms — 5-star hotel in Ballater. Guest rating: 8.6/10 — Excellent.
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside — 4-star hotel in Ballater. Guest rating: 9.0/10 — Wonderful.
Braeriach - Mar Lodge Estate — 3.5-star hotel in Ballater. Guest rating: 10/10 — Exceptional.
Braemar Youth Hostel — 3-star hotel in Ballater. Guest rating: 9.4/10 — Exceptional.
Gairnlea House — 3.5-star hotel in Ballater.

Cheap Hotels in Ballater

Balmoral Arms

Ballater

$198

$238 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Suite, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside

Ballater

$276

$331 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Braeriach - Mar Lodge Estate

Ballater

$706

$847 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

Braemar Youth Hostel

Ballater

$90

$107 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

Gairnlea House

Ballater

$1,125

$1,350 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

Derry - Mar Lodge Estate

Ballater

$775

$930 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 15 - Aug 16

Cottage | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, electric kettle

Cottage | 2 bedrooms, WiFi (free), individually decorated, individually furnished

Macdui - Mar Lodge Estate

Ballater

$727

$872 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 15 - Aug 16

Dalvorar - Mar Lodge Estate

Ballater

$757

$908 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

The Commercial Hotel

Aboyne

$146

$176 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 14 - Aug 15

Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Loch Kinord Hotel

Aboyne

$186

$223 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 14 - Aug 15

Deluxe Double Room, River View | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

The Boat Inn

Aboyne

$139

$187 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

Haughton Arms Hotel

Alford

$86

$103 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Stag Suite - King/Twin (Ground Floor) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, laptop workspace

Deluxe Pheasant Room - Double/Twin | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, laptop workspace

Argyle Guest House

Ballindalloch

$109

$131 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

Airlie Arms Hotel

Kirriemuir

$107

$129 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Fridge, stovetop, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils

Cairngorm Bothies

Aboyne

$233

$280 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Craiglynne Hotel

Grantown-on-Spey

$67

$81 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Glenkilrie House

Blairgowrie

$162

$162 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Burnett Arms Hotel

Banchory

$76

$91 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Coylumbridge Resort Hotel

Aviemore

$73

$88 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Kildrummy Inn

Alford

$332

$399 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

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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.

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.

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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Ballater Golf Club

9.0/10 (7 reviews)

You might want to play some rounds at Ballater Golf Club, a golf course in the heart of Ballater.

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Glenfiddich

8.8/10 (9 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Glenfiddich— just one of the landmarks located 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from central Braemar.

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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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Frequently asked questions

What are the best cheap hotels in Ballater?

For a cheap hotel in Ballater with glowing reviews, consider Braemar Youth Hostel, which features free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities.

Can I stay in a hostel in Ballater?

Hostels can be a cheaper alternative to Ballater hotels, as you can stay in a shared dormitory. There is 1 hostel in Ballater. Braemar Youth Hostel offers free in-room WiFi and free parking.

What are the best cheap things to do in Ballater?

Sightseeing doesn't have to be expensive. You if want to get outdoors, try a visit to Mar Lodge Estate or make a stop at attractions like Balmoral Castle. Be certain to include a visit to Loch Muick.