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Hotels in Ballater
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Balmoral Arms
Balmoral Arms
4.0 star property
Ballater
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (324)
8.6/10
Excellent
(324)
- Luxury countryside retreat near Balmoral Castle with local cuisine and golf.
The price is $88
$88
$106 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland
4.0 star property
Ballater
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (252)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(252)
- Just outside Balmoral Castle, these suites offer a retreat in Scotland's majestic landscape.
The price is $129
$129
$154 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 5 - Feb 6
Gairnlea Cottage
Gairnlea Cottage
3.5 star property
Ballater
The price is $504
$504
$605 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10
Braemar Youth Hostel
Braemar Youth Hostel
3.0 star property
Ballater
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (39)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(39)
- Explore Highland trails at this cozy outdoor retreat near Braemar Golf Club.
The price is $61
$61
$73 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Dalvorar - Mar Lodge Estate
Dalvorar - Mar Lodge Estate
3.5 star property
Ballater
- Cozy Ballater cottage offers the perfect Highland retreat near Balmoral Castle.
The price is $785
$785
$942 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10
Gairnlea House
Gairnlea House
3.5 star property
Ballater
The price is $593
$593
$711 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 6 - Feb 7
Macdui - Mar Lodge Estate
Macdui - Mar Lodge Estate
3.5 star property
Ballater
- Charming Scottish cottage near Balmoral Castle with balcony and kitchen comforts.
Derry - Mar Lodge Estate
Derry - Mar Lodge Estate
3.5 star property
Ballater
- Modern cottage near Balmoral Castle with easy access to Highland attractions.
The price is $805
$805
$966 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10
Braeriach - Mar Lodge Estate
Braeriach - Mar Lodge Estate
3.5 star property
Ballater
- Stay close to Balmoral Castle in this charming cottage with golf nearby.
The price is $707
$707
$848 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10
Haughton Arms Hotel
Haughton Arms Hotel
2.5 star property
Alford
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (13)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(13)
- Enjoy a rural retreat with historic charm and modern comforts in Alford.
The price is $84
$84
$101 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
The Ballinluig Inn
The Ballinluig Inn
3.0 star property
Pitlochry
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (23)
8.6/10
Excellent
(23)
- Rustic highland retreat with easy access to Cairngorms National Park and local distilleries.
The price is $90
$90
$108 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Argyle Guest House
Argyle Guest House
3.0 star property
Ballindalloch
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (259)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(259)
- Victorian charm in Ballindalloch with 2 restaurants and 3 bars for evening drinks.
The price is $97
$97
$116 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10
The Commercial Hotel
The Commercial Hotel
3.0 star property
Aboyne
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (262)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(262)
- Rustic Scottish countryside retreat with tennis courts, just minutes from Cairngorms.
The price is $146
$146
$175 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9
Dalmunzie Castle Hotel
Dalmunzie Castle Hotel
3.0 star property
Blairgowrie
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (287)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(287)
- A historic castle retreat with lush gardens and golf course by Cairngorms Park.
The price is $111
$111
$134 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
Loch Kinord Hotel
Loch Kinord Hotel
3.0 star property
Aboyne
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (79)
8.6/10
Excellent
(79)
The price is $135
$135
$161 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8
Glenkilrie House
Glenkilrie House
3.0 star property
Blairgowrie
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (75)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(75)
- Serene Scottish guesthouse by Cairngorms National Park with free breakfast daily.
The price is $161
$161
$161 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8
Star Hotel
Star Hotel
4.0 star property
Kingussie
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (35)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(35)
- Walk along Highland paths and enjoy the heart of Kingussie, steps from the station.
The price is $104
$104
$124 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10
The Alyth Hotel
The Alyth Hotel
3.0 star property
Blairgowrie
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(13)
- Experience Perthshire charm at this golf-adjacent retreat with cozy pub ambiance.
The price is $68
$68
$82 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Premier Inn Aviemore
Premier Inn Aviemore
3.0 star property
Aviemore
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
10/10
Exceptional
(4)
- Modern base in Aviemore, steps from the railway and Scottish golf courses.
The price is $58
$58
$70 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22
Banchory Lodge Hotel
Banchory Lodge Hotel
4.0 star property
Banchory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (258)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(258)
- Walk along River Dee at relaxing retreat with scenic outdoor dining terrace.
The price is $67
$67
$81 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Budget hotels in Ballater and vicinity
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (39)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(39)
The price is $61
$61
$73 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (10)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(10)
The price is $92
$92
$110 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (38)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(38)
The price is $78
$78
$94 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
7.6 out of 10, Good, (162)
7.6/10
Good
(162)
The price is $49
$49
$59 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (734)
8.2/10
Very Good
(734)
The price is $66
$66
$79 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (634)
8.6/10
Excellent
(634)
The price is $75
$75
$89 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
7.6 out of 10, Good, (228)
7.6/10
Good
(228)
The price is $56
$56
$68 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (185)
8.4/10
Very Good
(185)
The price is $54
$54
$54 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (490)
8.2/10
Very Good
(490)
The price is $58
$58
$69 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 2 - Feb 3
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
10/10
Exceptional
(4)
The price is $58
$58
$70 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (258)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(258)
The price is $67
$67
$81 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (175)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(175)
The price is $79
$79
$94 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (504)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(504)
The price is $179
$179
$215 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (312)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(312)
The price is $75
$75
$89 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (135)
8.8/10
Excellent
(135)
The price is $68
$68
$82 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 28 - Jan 29
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (337)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(337)
The price is $74
$74
$89 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(13)
The price is $68
$68
$82 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
7.8 out of 10, Good, (278)
7.8/10
Good
(278)
The price is $85
$85
$102 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (75)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(75)
The price is $161
$161
$161 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8
Eriskay Guest House and Aviemore Glamping
Eriskay Guest House and Aviemore Glamping4.0 star property
Aviemore
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (141)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(141)
The price is $101
$101
$121 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Check out pet-friendly hotels in Ballater
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (324)
8.6/10
Excellent
(324)
The price is $88
$88
$106 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (39)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(39)
The price is $61
$61
$73 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
The price is $805
$805
$966 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10
The price is $785
$785
$942 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10
The price is $707
$707
$848 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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When is the best time to visit Ballater?
When is the best time to visit Ballater?Our prices for hotels in Ballater are cheapest in February
When is the best time to visit Ballater?
When is the best time to visit Ballater?
Our prices for hotels in Ballater are cheapest in February
Price trends for hotels in Ballater
Pricing is based on two traveler single night rates
Currently viewing crowd sizes and weather for January.
Typical weather for Ballater
January
High 3°C / low -2°C. Snow likely.
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June, no crowd data, average high temperature 15 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 7 degrees Celsius. Cloudy most days.
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July, no crowd data, average high temperature 17 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 9 degrees Celsius. Cloudy most days.
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August, no crowd data, average high temperature 16 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 8 degrees Celsius. Cloudy most days.
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September, no crowd data, average high temperature 14 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 7 degrees Celsius. Cloudy most days.
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October, no crowd data, average high temperature 10 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 4 degrees Celsius. Cloudy most days.
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November, no crowd data, average high temperature 6 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 1 degrees Celsius. Cloudy most days.
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December, no crowd data, average high temperature 4 degrees Celsius, average low temperature -1 degrees Celsius. Snow likely.
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Top landmarks in Ballater
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 Golf Club. All are within a small-town setting.
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Check out reviews of Ballater hotels guests love
Balmoral Arms
10/10 Excellent
"Great place, atmosphere, Food in bar and next days breaky was unbeatable."
Banchory Lodge Hotel
10/10 Excellent
"Room, staff, food and location all fantastic "
McKays Hotel Bar & Restaurant
10/10 Excellent
"Suite room was Amazing!
Great staff
Received a great deal from Expedia.
My husband booked a room from another site for the first night, and I got a much better deal and a much better room from my Expedia booking. "
Westlands of Pitlochry
10/10 Excellent
"Room was spacious, breakfast was good. Had a great stay."
Atholl Palace Hotel
10/10 Excellent
"Warm welcome"
High Range Hotel
10/10 Excellent
"Friendly and welcoming staff, clean and spacious accommodation and good value. "
The Pitlochry Hydro Hotel
10/10 Excellent
"Thank you "
The Boat Hotel
10/10 Excellent
"I booked a single room and was given a double which was excellent. The room was clean and comfortable with a good bathroom and shower. My evening meal of venison steak was well cooked and presented and was very good. "
Tor Na Coille Hotel & Restaurant
10/10 Excellent
"We had a lovely stay at Tor Na Coille Hotel & Restaurant. The rooms were beautiful and very spacious, and the staff were welcoming. We dined in the restaurant and I had the steak burger with a side of pepper sauce — it was really tasty, and the chef was great at explaining how they could adapt other dishes for gluten-free too. The gluten-free options on the menu were excellent and made the meal stress-free.
Our evening meal was delicious, and the breakfast the next morning was equally great, with plenty of choice and flavour. Would definitely recommend for anyone looking for comfortable rooms and a really good gluten-free dining experience!"
Frequently asked questions
What hotels do travelers like in Ballater?
Braemar Youth Hostel, Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland and Balmoral Arms are all properties that our guests really like.
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 19 vacation homes. You also might want to book one of 51 cottages or 7 cabins.
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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