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1. Balmoral Arms
Balmoral ArmsBallater
$177
$213 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
2. Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal DeesideBallater
$212
$255 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
3. The Old School House
The Old School HouseBallater
$479
$575 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
4. Braemar Youth Hostel
Braemar Youth HostelBallater
$78
$94 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
5. Gairnlea Cottage
Gairnlea CottageBallater
$691
$830 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
6. Dalvorar - Mar Lodge Estate
Dalvorar - Mar Lodge EstateBallater
$757
$908 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
7. Braeriach - Mar Lodge Estate
Braeriach - Mar Lodge EstateBallater
$706
$848 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
8. Gairnlea House
Gairnlea HouseBallater
$873
$1,047 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
9. Macdui - Mar Lodge Estate
Macdui - Mar Lodge EstateBallater
$727
$872 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
10. Derry - Mar Lodge Estate
Derry - Mar Lodge EstateBallater
$775
$930 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
11. Cambus o'May Hotel
Cambus o'May HotelAboyne
$152
$182 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
13. The Commercial Hotel
The Commercial HotelAboyne
$146
$176 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
14. Loch Kinord Hotel
Loch Kinord HotelAboyne
$162
$195 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
15. Haughton Arms Hotel
Haughton Arms HotelAlford
$81
$98 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
16. Douneside House
Douneside HouseAboyne
$243
$292 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
17. Argyle Guest House
Argyle Guest HouseBallindalloch
$109
$131 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
18. Glen Clova Hotel and Lodges
Glen Clova Hotel and LodgesKirriemuir
$157
$188 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
19. Lys-Na-Greyne Country House
Lys-Na-Greyne Country HouseAboyne
$248
$297 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
20. Hotel Square
Hotel SquareBallindalloch
$127
$153 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 12 - Sep 13
Check out pet-friendly hotels in Ballater
The Old School House
The Old School HouseBallater
$479
$575 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
$78
$94 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
$706
$848 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Dalvorar - Mar Lodge Estate
Dalvorar - Mar Lodge EstateBallater
$757
$908 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Derry - Mar Lodge Estate
Derry - Mar Lodge EstateBallater
$775
$930 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Macdui - Mar Lodge Estate
Macdui - Mar Lodge EstateBallater
$727
$872 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
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Our prices for hotels in Ballater are cheapest in January
Our prices for hotels in Ballater are cheapest in January
Top landmarks in Ballater
Balmoral Castle
8.8/10 (98 reviews)
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Balmoral Castle— just one of the monuments in central Crathie.
Photo by Anna Hamblett
Glenshee Ski Centre
7.8/10 (59 reviews)
Ski the fall line at Glenshee Ski Centre located 18 mi (29 km) from central Ballater. If you master the slopes, Butcharts Access Poma and Meall Odhar are both nearby.
Photo by Michael Schuier
Braemar Castle
8.8/10 (5 reviews)
Braemar Castle is 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from central Ballater, why not stop by during your stay.
Lochnagar
9.2/10 (27 reviews)
You might want to head out to Lochnagar for some fresh mountain air and a bird's-eye view of Ballater.
Mar Lodge Estate
9.8/10 (11 reviews)
Mar Lodge Estate is 17.2 mi (27.6 km) from central Ballater, why not stop by during your stay.
Royal Lochnagar Distillery
10.0/10 (1 review)
Royal Lochnagar Distillery is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from central Crathie, why not stop by during your stay.
Braemar Highland Games Centre
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Braemar Highland Games Centre— just one of the monuments in central Braemar.
Learn more about Ballater
Ballater is well-known for its attractions such as Balmoral Castle and Mar Lodge Estate. This welcoming city has something for everyone including bars as well as sights like Glenshee Ski Centre and Ballater Library. All are within a small-town setting.
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Check out reviews of Ballater hotels guests love
Craigatin House & Courtyard (Adults only)
Craigatin House & Courtyard (Adults only)Pitlochry
10/10 Exceptional
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Where can I get free parking at my hotel in Ballater?
Park your car for free at Balmoral Arms.
Can I book a refundable hotel in Ballater?
If you want the flexibility to change your travel plans to Ballater, most accommodations offer refundable* bookable rates. You can find these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.
Where can I stay in Ballater if I want a vacation home instead of a traditional hotel?
If you want to find a good alternative to a hotel, review our selection of 24 vacation homes. You can also consider one of the 7 apartments or 56 cottages.
What will the weather in Ballater be like during my visit?
The warmest months in Ballater are usually July and August with an average temp of 53°F. January and February are the chilliest months when the average temp is 35°F. The rainiest months are October and July.
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