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Featuring a garden and views of mountain, Craggan is a bed and breakfast situated in a historic building in Ballater, 16 km from Balmoral Castle. This bed and breakfast offers free private parking and full-day security. Outdoor seating allows guests to enjoy the fresh air.

A beautiful place with wonderful hospitality. The views from the room were beautiful and the quality of the accomodation and the breakfast were the by far one of the best our trip.

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9.9
Exceptional
176 reviews
Price from
£153
per night

The holiday home consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a hot tub and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

Excellent location if you truly want to get away. Property was very safe and clean. Wonderful waking up to fresh coffee being brewed with the espresso machine! Property is great for couples over a long weekend.

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9.2
Superb
107 reviews
Price from
£170.50
per night

Boasting garden views, Dormie Cottage, lovely bright and spacious bungalow with wood fire provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 18 km from Balmoral Castle. Featuring bicycle parking, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. The holiday home also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests.

Location for this space is great. Easy to walk into town for dinner and groceries. A lot of things to do around the area as well! Would stay here again.

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9
Superb
110 reviews
Price from
£169
per night

Located in Ballater, within 17 km of Balmoral Castle and 46 km of CairnGorm National Park, St Andrews House provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is situated 20 km from Aboyne Golf Club, 24 km from Corgarff Castle and 32 km from Craigievar Castle. Kildrummy Castle is 35 km from the guest house and Glenshee Ski Centre is 40 km away.

absolut perfekt stay. nice welcome, nice staff, lovely place. 1aaa with 5*****

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9.5
Exceptional
338 reviews
Price from
£155
per night

The holiday home provides guests with a terrace, mountain views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also offered, as well as a kettle. At the holiday home, units include bed linen and towels.

Walking distance to almost everything I needed in the village shopping area. The proximity to Balmoral Castle really surprised me too. Well manicured and very quiet neighbourhood, exactly what I wanted for a good break. Full marks to the self-catering facilities and cottage arrangement.

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9
Superb
147 reviews
Price from
£166.75
per night

Located in Ballater in the Grampian region, Fairdene Cottage has a patio and garden views. It is situated 18 km from Balmoral Castle and features bicycle parking. The holiday home also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests.

Location excellent. A real home from home - very comfortable. Great layout for quite a small property. Everything considered. Particularly like the outdoor space - great to have somewhere to sit as the weather was lovely.

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9.2
Superb
107 reviews
Price from
£130
per night

Howe of Torbeg provides glamping accommodation near Ballater, within the Cairngorms National Park.

Guests can use the property's Kadai fire bowls for BBQs and evenings around the fire. Logs are available to purchase on-site.

The property was absolutely breath-taking! The rooms are situated on a hill opposite a running river, sheep, and more pheasants than I've seen in my life! There are clean facilities there. Bathrooms were clean and convenient. There's a shared miniature cabin where you can make use of the wood burning stove, some basic kitchen utensils, seating, books/guides for local attractions, and some board games in case the weather gets too wet for outdoor activities.

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9.1
Superb
798 reviews
Price from
£66
per night

The Gordon Guest House is located in Ballater, within Cairngorns National Park. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a TV. All rooms have their own private bathroom with either a bath or shower.

Our stay at The Gordon Guest House was perfect! We got an upgrade to suite room which offered us an amazing view of the mountain in the morning. The suite room had luxurious jacuzzi and a very big bathroom. The bed was very comfortable and the room was set at a cozy temperature. We felt very welcome. The breakfast was made as per choice. It was prepared by the hosts themselves. The delicious breakfast made our morning and we had a very good start of the day, enroute to starting our NC500 journey. Beth and Steve are great hosts and we had a very engaging conversation on topics such as Indian music, Scottish Highland life. We would definitely come back again if we visit Ballater. Highly recommended!

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9.7
Exceptional
245 reviews
Price from
£127
per night

This former church has been tastefully converted, enabling retention of the original features. Auld Kirk Hotel is situated in the heart of picturesque Royal Deeside. It features free Wi-Fi and free off-site parking.

Kev and Helen were very welcoming and friendly. The church is beautifully decorated. The breakfast was amazing and loved our complimentary tot of local whiskey and homemade shortbread!

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9.5
Exceptional
646 reviews
Price from
£190
per night

No 45, Ballater is a guesthouse set in an acre of gardens and is just 5 minutes' walk from the centre of Ballater.

The individually designed rooms each offer unique charm. All feature a hospitality tray with Scottish biscuits, tea, coffee and hot chocolate.

The rooms and the facilities were excellent. The breakfast was also exceptional.

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9.6
Exceptional
490 reviews
Price from
£165
per night

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  • Craggan
    Breakfast options
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 176 reviews

    Featuring a garden and views of mountain, Craggan is a bed and breakfast situated in a historic building in Ballater, 16 km from Balmoral Castle.

    Everything! Martyn and Louise are first class hosts

  • Unique tiny house with wood fired roll top bath in heart of the Cairngorms
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 107 reviews

    Set in Ballater and only 15 km from Balmoral Castle, Unique tiny house with wood fired roll top bath in heart of the Cairngorms offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private...

    Nicely located, well equipped kitchen, great design.

  • St Andrews House
    Breakfast options
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 338 reviews

    Located in Ballater, within 17 km of Balmoral Castle and 46 km of CairnGorm National Park, St Andrews House provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for...

    Super location, clean, lovely decoration just great!!!!!!

  • Invercauld Lodges
    Breakfast options
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 147 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Invercauld Lodges is situated in Ballater, 18 km from Balmoral Castle and 46 km from CairnGorm National Park.

    had everything we needed. best sleep ever. duvet great.

  • Fairdene Cottage
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 107 reviews

    Located in Ballater in the Grampian region, Fairdene Cottage has a patio and garden views. It is situated 18 km from Balmoral Castle and features bicycle parking.

    Great location Excellent facilities Friendly welcome

  • Howe of Torbeg
    Breakfast options
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 798 reviews

    Howe of Torbeg provides glamping accommodation near Ballater, within the Cairngorms National Park. Guests can use the property's Kadai fire bowls for BBQs and evenings around the fire.

    Beautiful location, cosy cabin and great facilities.

  • The Gordon Guest House
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 245 reviews

    The Gordon Guest House is located in Ballater, within Cairngorns National Park. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a TV.

    The breakfast was exceptional and location perfect.

  • The Auld Kirk
    Breakfast options
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 646 reviews

    This former church has been tastefully converted, enabling retention of the original features. Auld Kirk Hotel is situated in the heart of picturesque Royal Deeside.

    Great location. Room was excellent, Staff very friendly. Breakfast was excellent.

These holiday rentals in Ballater have options with FREE cancellation

  • No 45, Ballater
    Free cancellation options available
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 490 reviews

    No 45, Ballater is a guesthouse set in an acre of gardens and is just 5 minutes' walk from the centre of Ballater. The individually designed rooms each offer unique charm.

    Very clean, beautifully decorated, well maintained

  • Enchanting Tiny House with wood burner and hot tub in Cairngorms
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 39 reviews

    Situated in Ballater and only 15 km from Balmoral Castle, Enchanting Tiny House with wood burner and hot tub in Cairngorms features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private...

    The staff were very helpful smd the house was clean.

  • 1 Golf Mews
    Free cancellation options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 49 reviews

    Situated in Ballater and only 18 km from Balmoral Castle, 1 Golf Mews features accommodation with quiet street views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Great location, well appointed and spotlessly clean.

  • Spacious 2 Bedroom Flat in heart of Ballater
    Free cancellation options available
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 11 reviews

    Situated in Ballater and only 17 km from Balmoral Castle, Spacious 2 Bedroom Flat in heart of Ballater features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Location is perfect for village & nearby walks

  • Charming boutique forest view cabin with hot tub in Ballater
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 96 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Charming boutique forest view cabin with hot tub in Ballater features accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 15 km from Balmoral Castle.

    The location and was such a fun experience to stay at this place

  • Crofts Mill
    Free cancellation options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 24 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Crofts Mill features accommodation with free bikes, a garden and a terrace, around 49 km from CairnGorm National Park.

    absolutely beautiful, very clean and comfortable, gorgeous views.

  • Gairnlea House
    Free cancellation options available
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 14 reviews

    Set 17 km from Balmoral Castle, Gairnlea House offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    very nice, clean house, great location, nice fire place, quiet, just great.

  • Gairnlea Cottage
    Free cancellation options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 16 reviews

    Gairnlea Cottage is located in Ballater, 46 km from CairnGorm National Park, 20 km from Aboyne Golf Club, as well as 24 km from Corgarff Castle.

    The property and facilities were excellent in almost every way.

Highly rated holiday rentals in Ballater

  • Dormie Cottage, lovely bright and spacious bungalow with wood fire
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 110 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Dormie Cottage, lovely bright and spacious bungalow with wood fire provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 18 km from Balmoral Castle.

    great location, great condition, great communication

  • Macdui - Mar Lodge Estate
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 10 reviews

    Macdui - Mar Lodge Estate is an accommodation located in Ballater, 35 km from Balmoral Castle and 29 km from Glenshee Ski Centre.

  • Dalvorar - Mar Lodge Estate
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 8 reviews

    Dalvorar - Mar Lodge Estate is an accommodation located in Ballater, 35 km from Balmoral Castle and 29 km from Glenshee Ski Centre.

  • The Cabin at No 45
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 35 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, The Cabin at No 45 is situated in Ballater, 17 km from Balmoral Castle and 46 km from CairnGorm National Park.

    Spotlessly clean ,good equipment,thoughtful touches

  • Westwood
    8.0+ review score
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 9 reviews

    Westwood, a property with a garden, is situated in Ballater, 47 km from CairnGorm National Park, 20 km from Aboyne Golf Club, as well as 25 km from Corgarff Castle.

    Everything. Had a fabulous stay here for Christmas!

  • Schoolhouse Ballater B&B
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 53 reviews

    Set in Ballater and only 18 km from Balmoral Castle, Schoolhouse Ballater B&B offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Great location for our purposes. Good parking too & quiet

  • The Suite at Scarbuie
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 35 reviews

    The Suite at Scarbuie, a property with barbecue facilities, is situated in Ballater, 11 km from Balmoral Castle, 11 km from Royal Lochnagar Distillery, as well as 18 km from Lecht 2090 ski & Multi...

    Breakfast was more than enough. Location perfect.

  • Cairn Leuchan
    8.0+ review score
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 71 reviews

    Located in Ballater and only 17 km from Balmoral Castle, Cairn Leuchan provides accommodation with river views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Great location just outside the centre of Ballater

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Holiday rentals that guests love in Ballater

  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 390 reviews
    A lovely little B&B perfectly positioned away from the village, with walking trails just out the back. Finding the place and parking was super easy and I was greeted by a very friendly cat on arrival! The whole place has been recently renovated and the room and especially the bathroom were lovely. Nice view out the window of some trees (not the road). Breakfast was great too! Loved my stay there.
    Charlotte
    Solo traveller
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 35 reviews
    Wonderful place. Secure private parking. Comfortable bed, excellent shower, high quality fittings, treats everywhere! All extremely tastefully done. The photographs genuinely don’t do the property justice. Very spacious and light. Easy walking distance to a lovely village.
    Debra
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £145
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 414 reviews
    This was the best Scottish breakfast we've had yet. It seems the further we get from Edinburgh, the better as far as breakfasts go. The location was perfect for visiting Balmoral. A quiet village with all you'd want. We ate at the pub and had a few drinks. The food was terrific.
    Grant
    Young couple
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 245 reviews
    Central location in lovely village, yet quiet at night. Large, spotless and characterful room. Considerate, interesting and very knowledgable owners. Superb breakfast.
    peter
    Solo traveller
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 245 reviews
    The breakfast was amazing. The location was so central. Our host couldn't do enough to ensure that we had everything we needed. Ballater is such a beautiful village, my daughter and I would come back in a heartbeat.
    Douglas78
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £83.80
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 280 reviews
    I was at an event in the village so couldn’t have asked for better.
    David
    Solo traveller
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 338 reviews
    Breakfast was really good and every morning made to order. Very close at walking distance to village centre. Easy parking in front of the building at private propriety. Views from the windows are stunning. Building itself and interior is very stylish. The village has lots to see, to do and eat. It has a nice atmosfeer.
    Marit
    Young couple
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 16 reviews
    Beautiful cottage, lovely area, peace and quiet, beautiful village. You can rest in beautifully decorated house, clean and pleasant space
    Rafal
    Young couple
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 25 reviews
    Great location, Near the center of the village. Supermarket and restaurants just a short walk away. Good starting point for Balmoral castle and several hikings. Parking in front of the cottage. Well equipped kitchen.
    Sabrina
    Family with young children
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 377 reviews
    Well situated in a pretty village, parking possibility in front of the House, peaceful and quiet in the night, good breskfast.
    Jean-Daniel
    Young couple

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