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Balmoral Arms

4.0 star property
Upscale hotel, walk to Ballater Golf Club

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Front of property
Classic King/Twin - Lochnagar View | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, towels
Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • BarBarBar
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly

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13-15 Victoria Road, Ballater, Scotland, AB35 5RA
  • Popular LocationBallater Golf Club1 min walk
  • Popular LocationBalmoral Castle10 min drive
  • Popular LocationBraemar Castle20 min drive
  • AirportAberdeen (ABZ)62 min drive

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Room options

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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

10/10 Exceptional
  • 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

9/10 Wonderful
  • 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

Balmoral Arms places you next to Ballater Golf Club and within a 10-minute drive of other popular attractions like Cairngorms National Park. This 46-room, 4-star hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Ballater Golf Club - 1 min walk
  • Cairngorms National Park - 9 min drive
  • Balmoral Castle - 10 min drive
  • Braemar Castle - 20 min drive
  • Glenshee Ski Centre - 35 min drive

Getting around

  • The preferred airport is Aberdeen Airport (ABZ): 62-min drive, 39 mi/62.8 km.

Restaurants

  • ‪Lochnagar Indian Brasserie - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Keiller Brasserie - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Keiller Lounge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Clachan Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Balmoral Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Balmoral Arms

Upscale hotel, walk to Ballater Golf Club
Balmoral Arms features free WiFi in public areas and a reception hall. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with concierge services and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls.
For entertainment, guests can expect to find flat-screen TVs. Coffee makers, desks, and free toiletries are also standard.

Languages

English, German, Polish

Property amenities

Internet

  • 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 for a fee: GBP 14.95 to 17.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Dining Room

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

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
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

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

Are free cancellation options available at Balmoral Arms?

Balmoral Arms provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Balmoral Arms?

As of Jun 16, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Balmoral Arms on Jun 30, 2024 start from $171.28, 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.

What's there to see near Balmoral Arms?

This hotel is located in Ballater and just steps from Ballater Golf Club and Victoria and Albert Halls. You'll also find Morven and Mount Keen nearby.

Is there parking available at Balmoral Arms?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Balmoral Arms feature a casino?

No, Balmoral Arms doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Balmoral Arms?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Balmoral Arms?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include bathrobes.

Are there hot tubs at Balmoral Arms?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Balmoral Arms have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Balmoral Arms serves a full breakfast for a surcharge on weekend mornings at The Dining Room.

Will Balmoral Arms allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Balmoral Arms for a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Balmoral Arms have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Balmoral Arms?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Balmoral Arms.

Balmoral Arms Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 174 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 174 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 174 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 174 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 174 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Couple of nights away.
We had a great first visit to Ballater and the hotel did not disappoint. Our room was very clean and tidy. The reception staff were very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. The food was very tasty and the waiting staff very courteous and friendly. Overall we had a wonderful time and would definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely, cosy inn
The hotel was lovely and comfortable and the staff were excellent and very friendly. There was a lovely big lounge area to sit and drink in which we liked. The rooms were nice with newly refurbished bathrooms, and beds were very comfortable. The food was also very good! Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
We had a wonderful stay over Christmas! The goodies amazing. The staff are So friendly and helpful and the afternoon tea was beyond and included in the price! Highly recommend and will Stay again for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric Kiam Cheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and nice place to stay. Except no lift.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Sidnei

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall pleasent enough. Small issue of room being cold on arrival. On checkout some incorrect room charges which reception did a great job of sorting out for us.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Carina

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location, nice restaurant and staff were all lovely
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
A shame
A real shame! Beautiful hotel, beautiful food but terrible nights sleep and useless service at dinner. It was our wedding anniversary and we’d told the hotel so I thought they’d say something at dinner - nothing apart from a congrats from receptionist. At dinner we got there early and thought we’d have an appetiser with our pre dinner drinks as we perused the menu. However ultimately after we ordered time came and went we went into restaurant to be greeted by more menus and then they brought our our appetiser with our starters! I had to send our waiter away to put our starters in the fridge. Then when we went to bed all night we had to listen to the hotel water system noise coming from our wardrobe and some other guests partying until 3.30am!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023