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Located in Ballater and within 18 km of Balmoral Castle, Ballater Hostel features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is set 47 km from CairnGorm National Park, 19 km from Aboyne Golf Club and 25 km from Corgarff Castle. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests.

Each room is equipped with a private bathroom, a shower and a hairdryer, and certain rooms at the hostel have a safety deposit box.

Great and helpful hosts, nice room and comfortable spaces/equipment/common areas, nice vibe among the guests. Perfect stay!

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9.2
Wonderful
276 reviews
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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Hostels that guests love in Ballater

  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 276 reviews
    Great location
    Gary
    Group
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 276 reviews
    Simply the best hostel I have ever stayed in. Everything well thought through for the traveller, and a very helpful team handling the meet and greet etc. Fab drying room also.
    Philip Andrew Rogers
    Travelers with friends
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 276 reviews
    A warm welcome upon arrival and advice on what was available at the hostel and the surrounding area in relation to outdoor activities and shopping I had a family room to myself which consisted of a comfortable king size bed and a bunk bed. The walk in shower was excellent as was the separate toilet and handbasin. There was even a plug in chiller box in the room The communal kitchen was large and spotlessly clean and equipped with everything you’d need.
    alistair
    Solo traveler
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 276 reviews
    Spotlessly clean hostel in a great location right in the centre of Balliter. Friendly staff and nice communal dining and living room.
    Elizabeth
    Solo traveler
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 276 reviews
    Great location, nicely organised with very well equipped kitchen, very friendly staff. For one person, cheaper than camping 😆
    Matthew
    Solo traveler
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 276 reviews
    the best hostel I’ve stayed in yet! great facilities, clean rooms and bathrooms and in a good area
    Rose
    Solo traveler
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 276 reviews
    One of the best hostel kitchens, I have seen. Really appreciate the free flowing water boiler & selection of drinks available. Again the amount of local information and maps available.
    ANDREW
    Young couple
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 276 reviews
    Great location. Smart and friendly hostel. Exceptionsl
    DIANA
    Solo traveler
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 276 reviews
    The owners of the hostel are so nice! Also great location and beautiful hostel.
    Luisa
    Solo traveler
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 276 reviews
    Probably the best hostel I've ever stayed in. Perfect location, spotlessly clean, great facilities, and above all, Dominic and Daniel were the warmest and super friendly hosts. We will definitely go back and highly recommend it to anyone who wants to stay.
    Nima
    Solo traveler
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