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Featuring a garden and views of mountain, Craggan is a bed and breakfast situated in a historic building in Ballater, 16 km from Balmoral Castle. This bed and breakfast offers free private parking and full-day security. Outdoor seating allows guests to enjoy the fresh air.

Martyn and Louise are the most welcoming hosts. They run a marvelous beautiful B&B full of character and charme. The room is very comfy, the home cooked and baked breakfast is lavish. I really can’t think of anything else you’d want for. This is the place to relax and enjoy.

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9.9
Exceptional
164 reviews
Price from
NOK 2,088
per night

The holiday home consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a hot tub and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

Great location and walk to the town from the house. Wood fired tub was a nice experience. Such a well out tiny home, family of 4 was very comfortable!

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9.2
Superb
107 reviews
Price from
NOK 1,528
per night

Boasting garden views, Dormie Cottage, lovely bright and spacious bungalow with wood fire provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 18 km from Balmoral Castle. Featuring bicycle parking, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. The holiday home also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests.

Excellent location. Very comfortable. Very clean. Superb log fire.

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9
Superb
108 reviews
Price from
NOK 4,080
per night

Located in Ballater, within 17 km of Balmoral Castle and 46 km of CairnGorm National Park, St Andrews House provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is situated 20 km from Aboyne Golf Club, 24 km from Corgarff Castle and 32 km from Craigievar Castle. Kildrummy Castle is 35 km from the guest house and Glenshee Ski Centre is 40 km away.

The hosts were incredibly helpful and friendly, nothing was too much trouble

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9.5
Exceptional
336 reviews
Price from
NOK 2,115
per night

The holiday home provides guests with a terrace, mountain views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also offered, as well as a kettle. At the holiday home, units include bed linen and towels.

Walking distance to almost everything I needed in the village shopping area. The proximity to Balmoral Castle really surprised me too. Well manicured and very quiet neighbourhood, exactly what I wanted for a good break. Full marks to the self-catering facilities and cottage arrangement.

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9
Superb
143 reviews
Price from
NOK 1,883
per night

Located in Ballater in the Grampian region, Fairdene Cottage has a patio and garden views. It is situated 18 km from Balmoral Castle and features bicycle parking. The holiday home also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests.

Location excellent. A real home from home - very comfortable. Great layout for quite a small property. Everything considered. Particularly like the outdoor space - great to have somewhere to sit as the weather was lovely.

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9.2
Superb
106 reviews
Price from
NOK 1,774
per night

Howe of Torbeg provides glamping accommodation near Ballater, within the Cairngorms National Park.

Guests can use the property's Kadai fire bowls for BBQs and evenings around the fire. Logs are available to purchase on-site.

The property was absolutely breath-taking! The rooms are situated on a hill opposite a running river, sheep, and more pheasants than I've seen in my life! There are clean facilities there. Bathrooms were clean and convenient. There's a shared miniature cabin where you can make use of the wood burning stove, some basic kitchen utensils, seating, books/guides for local attractions, and some board games in case the weather gets too wet for outdoor activities.

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9.2
Superb
786 reviews
Price from
NOK 901
per night

The Gordon Guest House is located in Ballater, within Cairngorns National Park. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a TV. All rooms have their own private bathroom with either a bath or shower.

We liked this place so much! Very friendly, very clean and nice. We had a wonderful breakfast. Location is the best. Highly recommend.

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9.7
Exceptional
244 reviews
Price from
NOK 1,733
per night

This former church has been tastefully converted, enabling retention of the original features. Auld Kirk Hotel is situated in the heart of picturesque Royal Deeside. It features free Wi-Fi and free off-site parking.

Comfortable, well-appointed room which was quiet despite being adjacent to the main road into the town. The owners and their staff know their business very well, and work hard to present a very high standard (e.g., great breakfasts!). The building is a converted church, and retains some characterful features from its previous use. Location is a short walk to the bars and restaurants in the town.

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9.5
Exceptional
636 reviews
Price from
NOK 2,593
per night

No 45, Ballater is a guesthouse set in an acre of gardens and is just 5 minutes' walk from the centre of Ballater.

The individually designed rooms each offer unique charm. All feature a hospitality tray with Scottish biscuits, tea, coffee and hot chocolate.

Nice modern bedroom with modern bathroom, cozy drawingroom, very nice garden. Very good local informations available

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9.5
Exceptional
495 reviews
Price from
NOK 2,251
per night

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  • The Gordon Guest House
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 244 reviews

    The Gordon Guest House is located in Ballater, within Cairngorns National Park. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a TV.

    The breakfast was exceptional and location perfect.

  • Craggan
    Breakfast options
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 164 reviews

    Featuring a garden and views of mountain, Craggan is a bed and breakfast situated in a historic building in Ballater, 16 km from Balmoral Castle.

    Everything was perfect. One of the best we have stayed in.

  • Unique tiny house with wood fired roll top bath in heart of the Cairngorms
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 107 reviews

    Set in Ballater and only 15 km from Balmoral Castle, Unique tiny house with wood fired roll top bath in heart of the Cairngorms offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private...

    Nicely located, well equipped kitchen, great design.

  • Dormie Cottage, lovely bright and spacious bungalow with wood fire
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 108 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Dormie Cottage, lovely bright and spacious bungalow with wood fire provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 18 km from Balmoral Castle.

    great location, great condition, great communication

  • St Andrews House
    Breakfast options
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 336 reviews

    Located in Ballater, within 17 km of Balmoral Castle and 46 km of CairnGorm National Park, St Andrews House provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for...

    Beautifully clean. Stylish well appointed property.

  • Invercauld Lodges
    Breakfast options
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 145 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Invercauld Lodges is situated in Ballater, 18 km from Balmoral Castle and 46 km from CairnGorm National Park.

    had everything we needed. best sleep ever. duvet great.

  • Fairdene Cottage
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 106 reviews

    Located in Ballater in the Grampian region, Fairdene Cottage has a patio and garden views. It is situated 18 km from Balmoral Castle and features bicycle parking.

    located very close to the village and accepted our dog.

  • The Auld Kirk
    Breakfast options
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 636 reviews

    This former church has been tastefully converted, enabling retention of the original features. Auld Kirk Hotel is situated in the heart of picturesque Royal Deeside.

    Excellent service,friendly and helpful staff,wonderful breakfast.

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  • Howe of Torbeg
    Free cancellation options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 786 reviews

    Howe of Torbeg provides glamping accommodation near Ballater, within the Cairngorms National Park. Guests can use the property's Kadai fire bowls for BBQs and evenings around the fire.

    Awesome situation, very well thought out and maintained

  • No 45, Ballater
    Free cancellation options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 495 reviews

    No 45, Ballater is a guesthouse set in an acre of gardens and is just 5 minutes' walk from the centre of Ballater. The individually designed rooms each offer unique charm.

    Really delicious breakfast and vert friendly welcome

  • Enchanting Tiny House with wood burner and hot tub in Cairngorms
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 36 reviews

    Situated in Ballater and only 15 km from Balmoral Castle, Enchanting Tiny House with wood burner and hot tub in Cairngorms features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private...

    The staff were very helpful smd the house was clean.

  • 1 Golf Mews
    Free cancellation options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 47 reviews

    Situated in Ballater and only 18 km from Balmoral Castle, 1 Golf Mews features accommodation with quiet street views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Great location, well appointed and spotlessly clean.

  • Spacious 2 Bedroom Flat in heart of Ballater
    Free cancellation options available
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 10 reviews

    Situated in Ballater and only 17 km from Balmoral Castle, Spacious 2 Bedroom Flat in heart of Ballater features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Location is perfect for village & nearby walks

  • Charming boutique forest view cabin with hot tub in Ballater
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 95 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Charming boutique forest view cabin with hot tub in Ballater features accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 15 km from Balmoral Castle.

    The location and was such a fun experience to stay at this place

  • Crofts Mill
    Free cancellation options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 24 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Crofts Mill features accommodation with free bikes, a garden and a terrace, around 49 km from CairnGorm National Park.

    absolutely beautiful, very clean and comfortable, gorgeous views.

  • Gairnlea House
    Free cancellation options available
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 14 reviews

    Set 17 km from Balmoral Castle, Gairnlea House offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    very nice, clean house, great location, nice fire place, quiet, just great.

Highly rated holiday rentals in Ballater

  • Gairnlea Cottage
    8.0+ review score
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 16 reviews

    Gairnlea Cottage is located in Ballater, 46 km from CairnGorm National Park, 20 km from Aboyne Golf Club, as well as 24 km from Corgarff Castle.

    The property and facilities were excellent in almost every way.

  • Macdui - Mar Lodge Estate
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 10 reviews

    Macdui - Mar Lodge Estate is an accommodation located in Ballater, 35 km from Balmoral Castle and 29 km from Glenshee Ski Centre.

  • Dalvorar - Mar Lodge Estate
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 8 reviews

    Dalvorar - Mar Lodge Estate is an accommodation located in Ballater, 35 km from Balmoral Castle and 29 km from Glenshee Ski Centre.

  • The Cabin at No 45
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 34 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, The Cabin at No 45 is situated in Ballater, 17 km from Balmoral Castle and 46 km from CairnGorm National Park.

    Spotlessly clean ,good equipment,thoughtful touches

  • Westwood
    8.0+ review score
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 9 reviews

    Westwood, a property with a garden, is situated in Ballater, 47 km from CairnGorm National Park, 20 km from Aboyne Golf Club, as well as 25 km from Corgarff Castle.

    Everything. Had a fabulous stay here for Christmas!

  • Schoolhouse Ballater B&B
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 46 reviews

    Set in Ballater and only 18 km from Balmoral Castle, Schoolhouse Ballater B&B offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Very comfortable in a good location owners were lovely people

  • The Suite at Scarbuie
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 34 reviews

    The Suite at Scarbuie, a property with barbecue facilities, is situated in Ballater, 11 km from Balmoral Castle, 11 km from Royal Lochnagar Distillery, as well as 18 km from Lecht 2090 ski & Multi...

    Breakfast was more than enough. Location perfect.

  • Cairn Leuchan
    8.0+ review score
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 70 reviews

    Located in Ballater and only 17 km from Balmoral Castle, Cairn Leuchan provides accommodation with river views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Great location just outside the centre of Ballater

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Holiday rentals that guests love in Ballater

  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 244 reviews
    The breakfast was amazing. The location was so central. Our host couldn't do enough to ensure that we had everything we needed. Ballater is such a beautiful village, my daughter and I would come back in a heartbeat.
    Douglas78
    Family with young children
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 275 reviews
    I was at an event in the village so couldn’t have asked for better.
    David
    Solo traveller
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 336 reviews
    Breakfast was really good and every morning made to order. Very close at walking distance to village centre. Easy parking in front of the building at private propriety. Views from the windows are stunning. Building itself and interior is very stylish. The village has lots to see, to do and eat. It has a nice atmosfeer.
    Marit
    Young couple
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 16 reviews
    Beautiful cottage, lovely area, peace and quiet, beautiful village. You can rest in beautifully decorated house, clean and pleasant space
    Rafal
    Young couple
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 24 reviews
    Great location, Near the center of the village. Supermarket and restaurants just a short walk away. Good starting point for Balmoral castle and several hikings. Parking in front of the cottage. Well equipped kitchen.
    Sabrina
    Family with young children
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 378 reviews
    Well situated in a pretty village, parking possibility in front of the House, peaceful and quiet in the night, good breskfast.
    Jean-Daniel
    Young couple
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 378 reviews
    Friendly proprietors, great location, superb room with a great view into the village. Breakfast was excellent. Secure off road parking for my motorcycle. A lovely place to stay.
    Ian
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: NOK 1,992.17
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 219 reviews
    The situation, close to the village.
    James
    Young couple
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 378 reviews
    Clean, warm and friendly. This was superb accommodation with welcoming hosts. Great location right in the village with good advice on choices where to eat. Breakfast was beautifully cooked with extra available.
    Richard
    Young couple
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 416 reviews
    Friendly traditional hotel, convenient location for village.
    David Roderick
    Family with young children

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