About this property
Boasting a swimming pool and on-site restaurant and bar, Balavil Hotel is located in Newtonmore inside the Cairngorms National Park, 45 miles from Inverness. Guests can enjoy free WiFi and free on-site private parking. All rooms at the property feature en-suite facilities with a bath or shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. A TV and tea/coffee making facilities are also provided. Towels and bed linen are also provided. There is a shared lounge at Balavil Hotel, and the restaurant serves a menu of Scottish meals. Tennis, fishing, hiking, skiing and golfing are some of the activities guests can enjoy during their stay at the property. The RZSS Highland Wildlife Park is 7 miles from away, and the Dalwhinnie Distillery is 11 miles from the property. Aviemore is 16 miles from Balavil Hotel, while Pitlochry is 41 miles from the property. Inverness Airport is 50 miles away, and Newtonmore rail station is less than a mile from Balavil Hotel.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Michelle
New Zealand“A staff member named Isla was outstanding: always smiling, helpful and proactive. The food was delicious. The hotel decor was traditional with comfort in mind. There was a good buzz in the bar and dining areas. I had a great, hot shower with good...” 
Joyce
United Kingdom“Staff were lovely. Comfortable hotel. Lovely room. Nice atmosphere.”- Raena
Australia“The dinner was amazing. The breakfast too. The bacon was the best we had in Scotland. And the staff were really friendly and helpful. Good value for money. If we'd had more time, we wouldve used the pool which looked really inviting. Bathroom was...” - Andy United Kingdom“Spacious bedroom, clean and. Staff amazing, very friendly and helpful.Great location. Go to the Highland folk museum. Fabulous.”
- Jamie United Kingdom“Amazing staff, so welcoming and friendly. Receptionist gave me a towel on arrival to help me dry off as soon as wet outside. Restaurant and bar staff excellent and friendly.”
- Wendy United Kingdom“The staff were very welcoming,helpful and cheerful. The room was clean and comfortable and excellent ensuite shower room.”
- Garret United Kingdom“Very welcoming staff and really helpful as I was travelling by bicycle doing Lands End to John O’Groats as a solo unsupported rider.”
- Sauve United Kingdom“The location is perfect, the food was amazing & all the staff were incredibly welcoming & helpful”
- Jill United Kingdom“The staff were amazing from the moment we arrived to the moment we left We were upgraded to the next room level up as it was free and it was a welcome surprise The food was delicious, we had breakfast and a dinner. The bar was a good size and...”
- Colleen
Ireland“Beautiful clean place wonderful staff Beautiful warm pool fabulous breakfast”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineBritish • Scottish • Local
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please inform Balavil Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
