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Balmoral Arms

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Ballater Golf Club

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Fireplace
Lounge
Bar (on property)
Front of property
Superior Single Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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13-15 Victoria Road, Ballater, Scotland, AB35 5RA
  • Ballater Golf Club
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Victoria and Albert Halls
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Ballater Library
    ‪4 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic King/Twin Room

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Classic King/Twin Room

  • 131 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Classic Double Room

  • 167 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium Suite | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Premium Suite

  • 293 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Classic King Room

  • 131 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Junior Suite

  • 255 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Cosy Double Room

  • 133 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Classic Twin Room

  • 124 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Feature Double/King | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Feature Double/King

  • 133 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Ballater

In Ballater .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Ballater Golf Club and 9 miles (15 km) of Cairngorms National Park. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Balmoral Castle and Royal Lochnagar Distillery.

What's nearby

  • Ballater Golf Club - 1 min walk
  • Ballater Library - 4 min walk
  • Balmoral Castle - 10 min drive
  • Braemar Castle - 20 min drive
  • Glenshee Ski Centre - 35 min drive

Getting around

  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Balmoral Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Clachan Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Brown Sugar Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ballater railway station - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Loch Kinord Hotel - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Balmoral Arms

4-star hotel near Ballater Golf Club
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Ballater hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 46 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Balmoral Arms offers 46 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

English, German, Polish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekend full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 14.95 to 17.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 14.95 to 17.95 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Deeside Ballater
Deeside Inn
Deeside Inn Ballater
The Deeside Hotel Ballater
The Deeside Inn Ballater, Scotland
The Deeside Inn
Balmoral Arms Hotel
Balmoral Arms Ballater
Balmoral Arms Hotel Ballater

Frequently asked questions

How close is Balmoral Arms to the airport?

Balmoral Arms is 39 mi (62-min drive) away from the Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Balmoral Arms?

As of Jan 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Balmoral Arms on Feb 1, 2025 start from $133.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Balmoral Arms have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Balmoral Arms.

Does Balmoral Arms offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Balmoral Arms, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between GBP 14.95 and 17.95 per person.

Is there a casino at Balmoral Arms?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Balmoral Arms?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Balmoral Arms?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Balmoral Arms have a pool?

Balmoral Arms does not have a pool.

Does Balmoral Arms have a restaurant?

Balmoral Arms is home to The Dining Room, which features local cuisine.

Does Balmoral Arms have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Balmoral Arms to downtown Ballater?

Balmoral Arms is 0.1 mi away from Ballater.

Balmoral Arms Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 217 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 217 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 217 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 217 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 217 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Amenities
It was a lovely place, fabulous food - very enjoyable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

P A

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ishbel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We wish we stayed longer!! We loved our night here. The rooms were nice and the hotel had so much character. Their restaurant was delicious, too!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Lovely room. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

william

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Naomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Big, old hotel with lots of character, lovely staff and plenty of space in lounges, restaurants and bars.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a beautiful homely feel. Felt very relaxed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel that was perfectly dog friendly. Restaurant food was top class and staff were so helpful😊
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

hank

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We felt well treated at the Balmoral Arms. Staff was courteous and helpful. Room was lovely. Inviting atmosphere!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and welcoming staff. We had a lovely dinner in the hotel restaurant one evening. We didn’t have breakfast in the hotel. The hotel is old and as a result is not well insulated. Sadly we did not have a good night’s sleep as the floorboards above us creaked both nights we were there. One night I’m sure there was a dog running around the room above us (The hotel is dog friendly), it was so noisy for much of the night. The location is great, plenty of good restaurants and cafes near by.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Morag

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

CARYN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in a stunning area with wonderful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David, London

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent all round. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

STAN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good one night stay
The staff was very helpful. Breakfast was good. Rooms were adequate for our one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Donna

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Luxury and charm
In the heart of Balleter, Balmoral Arms is a slice of traditional luxury with exceptional Scottish hospitality. The staff was engaging and attentive. The dining experience offered an intimate seating in a traditional Scottish dining hall. The rooms were very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cole

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eleri

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, staff , accommodation and dining. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia Maria

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Definitely a must stay
It was the best hotel I’ve ever stayed at. Small, quaint, friendly, quiet, relaxing, very accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Rory

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024