20 The Monaltrie, Ballater, AB35 5GQ, United Kingdom
#13 of 26 Holiday rentals in Ballater
Guests' ChoiceBased on 56 apartment reviews
8.9Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.2
Staff
9.3
Value for money
9.5
Free WiFi
10.0
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Reviewed: 17 June 2024
Gary
United KingdomThere was no view of the River from this apartment.
A very clean apartment. The rooms were nice and the facilities were very good and everything was in good working condition. The location was ideal for Ballater centre.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 2 June 2024
Simon
United KingdomShame had no view, no freezer, one of lamps in bedroom didn't work (not bulb issue), tin opener needs replacing!
Location, cleanliness, handy to have dishwasher and washing machine
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Ann
United KingdomNothing to dislike.
Central location clean well appointed apartment
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 23 February 2024
James
United KingdomLovely little apartment perfect for a short break.my family are from Ballater and nice to stay in the monaltrie after eating here when it was a hotel/restaurant years ago.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 17 February 2024
Matthew
United KingdomKitchen is a bit on the small side, although this is a very minor point.
Very comfortable, clean and tidy apartment. All the cooking items you would need, with no unnecessary clutter. Good location, nice and warm (possibly a bit too warm at times!).
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 10 February 2024
David
United KingdomNothing.
Lovely flat on the river had everything you needed.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 23 January 2024
Norfolk
United KingdomAs it happened, it snowed quite heavily when I was there, and getting my car up the ramp from the parking area was a problem once or twice! The dining chairs fold away to save space, but they're not very comfortable to sit on, and I need to sit at a table to use my computer. But those are small issues and there's nothing you can do about snow in Scotland! A grit bin might help (there was one outside the apartment block but it was empty).
Good information was provided about location, parking and getting the keys. Parking is underneath the building, so it's dry and out of public view. The apartment is spacious and comfortable, with good heating, wifi and kitchen. The main double bed is huge and very comfortable. Ballater is a pleasant large village with an excellent bakery, modern Co-op, petrol station, several cafes and pubs, some open even in the middle of winter. It's only 20 min to Braemar, on a good road. The location is quiet and safe, and there was no noise in the apartment. There's a neat cantilevered coffee table, a kind I haven't seen before.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 12 January 2024
Laura
AustraliaNothing
Location, comfortable
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 28 November 2023
Graham
United KingdomThe accommodation and its location was ideal for our needs.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 5 November 2023
Gillian
United KingdomThe cosy feel - room size - beds - kitchen - cooking facilities - entertainment ie games books etc overall 10/10 location to centre
The property was excellent from start to finish - very clean - tidy - warm and cosy - everything that was needed was ready to hand - the whole stay was excellent .
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 25 July 2023
June
United KingdomOnly thing missing was a freezer, no ice
Good value for money Near all facilities shops, walks etc People very friendly
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 29 May 2023
Darryl
United KingdomWe could have done with some trays.
Not applicable about breakfast. Surroundings beautifil
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 20 May 2023
Vijay
United Kingdomsome hassle re allocated car parking space from a neighbour with a Porsche who couldn’t get into his car despite my car parked correctly - he had a weight problem!
well kept and clean, warm, owner communicated well re queries and helpful
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 7 March 2023
Angela
United KingdomEverything was fine, no complaints
The peace and quiet
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 22 February 2023
Helen
United KingdomVery comfortable, well equipped, and good location.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 27 January 2023
Catherine
United KingdomThe cleanliness and furnishings of the apartment and the location.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 28 December 2022
Richard
United KingdomHot water boost was required on regular occasions for sufficient washing, etc
Cosy living room.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 23 October 2022
Ruth
United Kingdomcosy comfortable apartment with everything we needed for a short break.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 5 June 2022
Jo
United KingdomNothing
Lovely clean apartment with everything we needed, in a beautiful spot and close to everything in the stunning village of Ballater. Dog friendly too
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 11 March 2022
Bridget
United KingdomEverything was lovely about the apartment-though checkout at 10 - I feel wee bit early - no negatives about the apartment itself though was brilliant and very clean throughout
Location was brilliant just a 2 minute walk into town centre - apartment was self catering so no supplies there - you made your own breakfast and dinner - so we brought some of our own food and things like teabags sugar milk bread cereal etc we purchased from the local coop and also snacks and stuff for dinner or we went out for dinner - was good we had the choice to stay indoors for dinner if we were tired after hillwalking or decide to go out for dinner if we felt like it - had 2 bathrooms which was a bonus plus lovely and warm - was perfect - rooms not looking onto River Dee but when you walked round back River Dee was there and was lovely
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 5 March 2022
Derek
United KingdomNorhing.
Great location - right by centre of village and bus stops but also nice and peaceful. Good value for money compared to many places in the area. Host was great and the property warm and comfortable.
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 15 February 2022
Alan
United KingdomEn suite shower not as good as the one in bathroom
Great location, apartment clean and well equipped. Wifi worked well
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 16 January 2022
Kevin
United KingdomThe location is great just on the edge Ballater and on the river bank. House was warm, very clean and comfy. I cannot recommend it enough. Loved our stay. You will not be disappointed if you book this place.
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 28 November 2021
Scott
United KingdomIf I could give 11/10 I would
Stayed in November 2021
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