The Boat Inn
Charleston Road, Aboyne, AB34 5EL, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map
On the banks of the River Dee, The Boat Inn in Aboyne offers accommodation, a cosy bar and restaurant. This Aberdeenshire inn lies around 4 miles east of the Cairngorms National Park, and provides free parking and Wi-Fi in public areas. A full Scottish breakfast is served at The Boat Inn, with bacon, sausage, black pudding, eggs, beans, tomatoes, mushrooms and toast. Pancakes, French toast, and smoked salmon with scrambled eggs is also available, along with Vegetarian and Vegan options, as well as a buffet selection of cereal, yoghurts, fresh fruit and juices. The 16 individually styled rooms have en-suite facilities, Ortho Opulence beds, 200 thread count cotton linen, fresh tea and coffee, TV, hairdryer and free WiFi. Some rooms offer views of the river. Accommodation is offered in two separate areas, 8 bedrooms within the original Inn and 8 bedrooms within the detached Boat House. The Boat House offers rooms with soft furnishings, deep freestanding baths, balconies and super-king beds. The restaurant serves a high-quality menu using fine Scottish ingredients. Aberdeen Angus steaks, North Sea fish and seafood and Highland cheeses are among the offerings. Aboyne is around 30 miles west of Aberdeen. The city’s vibrant Union Street shopping district features well-known stores and boutique shops and is less than 1 hour’s drive.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Availability
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Property practices
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See what guests loved the most:
- AndrewUnited Kingdom“The location was perfect, the food was excellent, the staff were professional and tentative, the room was clean and comfortable.”
- AnneUnited Kingdom“Breakfast was perfect… beautifully cooked and so tasty. Always prefer table service as opposed to a buffet. Nothing was any bother for the staff who were so friendly and helpful”
- BobUnited States“The room was very large and attractive, including the bathroom. The dining in the pub was wonderful, especially the fish board.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineLocal
- AmbianceTraditional
Facilities of The Boat InnGreat facilities! Review score, 9.2
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Electric kettle
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
- Ski storage
- Bicycle rental
- Live music/performance
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- CyclingOff-site
- Hiking
- Darts
- SkiingOff-site
- Golf course (within 3 km)Additional charge
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
- Coffee house on site
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Pet bowls
- Daily housekeeping
- Luggage storage
- Packed lunches
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Invoice provided
- Board games/puzzles
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- English
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Cash The Boat Inn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
FAQs about The Boat Inn
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Room options at The Boat Inn include:
- Double
- Triple
- Twin
- Suite
- Twin/Double
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The prices at The Boat Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Check-in at The Boat Inn is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:30.
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The Boat Inn has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant #1
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The Boat Inn is 400 yards from the centre of Aboyne. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The Boat Inn offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Skiing
- Darts
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Bicycle rental
- Live music/performance
- Walking tours
- Bike tours
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Guests staying at The Boat Inn can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.1).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free