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The Boat Inn

3.0 star property
3-star inn near Aboyne Golf Club

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Front of property
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Interior
Deluxe Triple Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished
Balcony

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

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Charlestown Rd, Aboyne, Scotland, AB34 5EL
  • Aboyne Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Reflect Spa
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Deeside Activity Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Aberdeen (ABZ)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin Room, Balcony | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double or Twin Room, Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Suite, Balcony | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Suite, Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Suite, Bathtub | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Suite, Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, River View | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Double Room, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Triple Room

  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Aboyne

In Aboyne .Stay at this Aboyne inn and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Aboyne Golf Club and 6 miles (10 km) of Deeside Activity Park. The Butterworth Gallery is within 6 miles (10 km) and Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Aboyne Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Reflect Spa - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Deeside Activity Park - 6 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve - 12 min drive - 9.6 miles
  • Craigievar Castle - 21 min drive - 14.0 miles

Getting around

  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Boat Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Spider on a Bicycle - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Corner House Tearoom - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Tavern at Huntly Arms - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Golden House Chinese - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Boat Inn

3-star inn near Aboyne Golf Club
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Boat Inn also features a terrace, a garden, and coffee/tea in a common area. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Aboyne inn.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1720
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Boat Inn offers 16 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

This Aboyne inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between March 4 and April 25.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • 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.

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.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 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, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

The Boat Inn Inn
The Boat Inn Aboyne
The Boat Inn Inn Aboyne

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Boat Inn to the airport?

The Boat Inn is 28.3 mi (47-min drive) away from the Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Boat Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Boat Inn.

Does The Boat Inn offer free breakfast?

The Boat Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Boat Inn?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Boat Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Boat Inn?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does The Boat Inn have a pool?

The Boat Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Boat Inn have a restaurant?

The Boat Inn is home to The Boat Inn, which features brunch.

Does The Boat Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Boat Inn to downtown Aboyne?

The Boat Inn is 0.4 mi away from Aboyne.

The Boat Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 186 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 186 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 186 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 186 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 186 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just perfect

The friendliest staff and loveliest place to stay in Deeside.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

My stay

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming and comfortable with nice dining room - enjoyed dinner and breakfast. Nice walking trail across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely setting, clean stylish room, friendly staff, good food. What’s not to like?
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Marie-Claude

Liked: Amenities
Enjoyed my stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful hotel great staff and lovely rooms

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Estelle

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

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mafmudije

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

nice hotel off the beaten path

Pros: huge bathroom (rare in Scotland lol), comfortable bed, in a small town off the beaten path. friendly staff Cons: walls a little thin, but restaurant closes and all staff leave by 11 so the place gets quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Elisabeth Faye

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfy stay

We really enjoyed our 3 night stay here - the beds were comfy and the breakfasts and dinners were delicious, and parking was easy. We were in the back building and the small patio was nice, and the room was quiet
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

This is our first trip to Scotland and this has been our favorite hotel. We really liked the previous hotels too so for this to be our favorite says a lot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
I thought it was very mean spirited to charge £4.50 for porridge and I overheard a lady being charged extra for a latte. Bed and breakfast was over £200. I think they could have included porridge.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Very helpful, friendly staff. Comfortable,clean room. Very good food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love this hotel

Can not fault the hotel or the staff. Room Was good size, clean and comfortable. The staff are welcoming, helpful and friendly. Food was fab and service quick. Great wee hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely remote location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

WAYNE

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed for one night as in the area for business purposes. Had an evening meal in the bar area and the food was excellent. Room was clean and nicely decorated with all amenities provided. Staff were professional and courteous. The breakfast was superb in the morning although I did not have much appetite early on I wouldnt have gone hungry if I had been ready for food. Lovely natural yoghurt with fruit compote and honey and although I didnt actually eat the bacon barm at breakfast I took it away and ate if for lunch cold and the bacon was really good quality.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

james

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deryck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great discovery

This was a last minute decision to go away for the night and we stumbled upon the Boat Inn while working through Hotels.com. Great place to stay, good pub grub, lovely clean and smart room, dog friendly and very peaceful. The staff were brilliant. And they have EV charging!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024