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Balmoral Arms

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Ballater Golf Club

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Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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13-15 Victoria Road, Ballater, Scotland, AB35 5RA
  • Place, Cairngorms National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballater Library
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballater Golf Club
    ‪3 min walk‬

Room options

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

Classic Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 167 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Classic Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 124 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Cosy Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 133 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Classic King Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 131 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Classic King/Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 131 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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

Feature Double/King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 133 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double 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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Premium Suite | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Premium Suite

  • 293 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

  • Cairngorms National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Ballater Library - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Victoria and Albert Halls - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ballater Golf Club - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Balmoral Castle - 14 min drive - 9.6 miles

Getting around

  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Keiller Lounge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Balmoral Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪brown sugar café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Bothy - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lochnagar Indian Brasserie - ‬1 min walk

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.

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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 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 20 to 20 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • 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 20 to 20 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 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.

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 20 and 20 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

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 317 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 317 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 317 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 317 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 317 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old Inn with great updates. Comfortable. Excellent dinner and included breakfast. No onsite but very nearby parking. In center of town. Lots of old world charm and extremely friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very accommodating. The front desk gave us driving directions and some outstanding places to visit along our drive.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Anne, Aberdeen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rui

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place! Beautiful decor, clean and comfy room and the restaurant staff really looked after my coeliac needs - had a great breakfast both mornings we were there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Saltsburg

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff. VERY welcoming and friendly. Helpful with lots of good advice. Wonderful location. Close to shops and dining options. Did not eat at the hotel as we had been referred to a "locals" restaurant. To be honest, the "cozy" double room was a bit small. Felt a bit claustrophobic. But it was a nice space. Bed was relatively comfortable. Parking was on the street and not too far from the hotel. You had to look for it. We found a spot about 25 yards down the road. There is also parking available in a car park nearby. Streets were quiet and safe. No worries there. For a one night stay allowing us to take a more leisurely drive over two days through the Cairngorms National Park, this was a great place to be.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

neal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

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

Will definitely stay again and recommend

Friendly, helpful staff. Authentic beautiful common areas. Loved everything about this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gillian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely boutique hotel appropriate for this part of the world
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding highlands Inn, wonderful meal, superb room and knowledgeable staff. I wish we had stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andre

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cozy and charming with a great restaurant and bar.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sabine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, friendly staff but the hot water did not get to our bathroom so we could not take a shower. We were told afterwards that there is a trick and that one should run faucet and shower hot faucet at the same time for 5 minutes to get the hot water going… The staff was really nice we changed room for personal reasons and they were quite accommodating and the breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Did not meet expectations

The hotel did not have a lift or a car park. The check in was painful. The lady behind the desk was very slow and unhelpful. We tried to book breakfast and she said earliest available was 8.15 am. On morning went down at 8 am dining room very quiet so went in. Why not let us book earlier. The hairdryer did not work. She told us there were no others available. Asked to speak to a senior member of staff. He subsequently gave us a replacement hair dryer. Made to feel a nuisance by receptionist. The teapot was full of water from someone else. I asked for some extra milk and it was like getting blood from a stone. Same receptionist. Breakfast - when went in the fruit platter was decimated. The server admitted they had had a large group in but said there was another platter prepared in the kitchen. I waited and waited and had to ask again for them to put out more fruit which they did reluctantly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant hotel right in the town near the river. Plenty of parking in a lot across the street. Good meals in the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We had an unusual interaction with the reception staff when checking out, in that a member in our party was berated repeatedly for not advising the hotel about food allergies/sensitivities ahead of our stay. In fact the food allergies were communicated but apparently not passed along to the kitchen. Ao We think what happened is the chef reamed out the reception staff for not having advance warning, and then the reception staff in turn repeatedly berated us. The funny thing is that the chef came to our table for both meals and was quite lovely and accommodating, and the food was fine. It was just very odd.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Highly recommend! Gorgeous area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely two night stay at the Balmoral Arms. Fiona in particular was a standout—warm and welcoming, and extremely helpful in assisting with dining reservations We hope to be back some day!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alistair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Had a good sleep. The rooms are so small small bed & bathroom. Had breakfast which was very average
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025