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Cambus O' May Traditional Highland Hotel

Ballater (11 mi from Balmoral Castle)

Cambus O' May Traditional Highland Hotel has free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Ballater.

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andrea
From
United States
This was a perfect stay. I wish it was longer. Great location for what we needed. The staff and owners were incredibly friendly and knew a lot about the area. The home is well appointed but kept in a very traditional manner, very clean, and beds comfortable. The dinner we had was the best food we had while visiting Scotland. We will definitely be back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,886 reviews
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US$133.74
1 night, 2 adults
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Loch Kinord Hotel

Dinnet (13 mi from Balmoral Castle)

In the rustic village of Dinnet in the heart of Royal Deeside, this family-run hotel is ideal for exploring the Highlands and tourist and sporting activities in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire On the edge...

L
Louise
From
New Zealand
The property was lovely clean, comfortable and lovely meal.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 265 reviews
Price from
US$168.54
1 night, 2 adults
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Glen Clova Hotel & Luxury Lodges

Millton of Clova (14 mi from Balmoral Castle)

Set in Millton of Clova, 31 km from Glamis Castle, Glen Clova Hotel & Luxury Lodges offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

P
Paul
From
Australia
The location was peaceful, picturesque and spectacular. The service was first class.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 257 reviews
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US$229.21
1 night, 2 adults
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The Commercial Hotel

Tarland (15 mi from Balmoral Castle)

Located in Tarland and with Balmoral Castle reachable within 34 km, The Commercial Hotel provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

W
Wojciech
From
Poland
Quiet, cosy, great sleep, great dining! After staying in few other hotels in Scotland this one is practically spotless.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 389 reviews
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US$175.28
1 night, 2 adults
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The Barrel

Ballater (7 mi from Balmoral Castle)

Situated in Ballater and with Balmoral Castle reachable within 18 km, The Barrel features a terrace, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar.

K
Karen
From
New Zealand
It was comfortable, clean and a wonderful location with free parking. The staff were very friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 90 reviews
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US$134.83
1 night, 2 adults
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Aberdeen Arms Hotel Tarland

Tarland (15 mi from Balmoral Castle)

Situated in Tarland and with Balmoral Castle reachable within 34 km, Aberdeen Arms Hotel Tarland features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar.

J
Juan Pablo
From
Spain
We love George!! such a good man
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.2
Passable - What previous guests thought, 270 reviews
Price from
US$94.38
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with great access to Balmoral Castle!

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 382 reviews

    Set in Ballater, Alexandra Hotel has a terrace, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    From US$195.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 389 reviews

    Located in Tarland and with Balmoral Castle reachable within 34 km, The Commercial Hotel provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    From US$175.28 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 257 reviews

    Set in Millton of Clova, 31 km from Glamis Castle, Glen Clova Hotel & Luxury Lodges offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From US$245.39 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 90 reviews

    Situated in Ballater and with Balmoral Castle reachable within 18 km, The Barrel features a terrace, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar.

    From US$188.76 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,886 reviews

    Cambus O' May Traditional Highland Hotel has free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Ballater. 23 km from Balmoral Castle and 13 km from Aboyne Golf Club, the property offers ski storage...

    From US$217.08 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 265 reviews

    In the rustic village of Dinnet in the heart of Royal Deeside, this family-run hotel is ideal for exploring the Highlands and tourist and sporting activities in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire.

    From US$168.54 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.2
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 270 reviews

    Situated in Tarland and with Balmoral Castle reachable within 34 km, Aberdeen Arms Hotel Tarland features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar.

    From US$94.38 per night

Planning a trip to see the Balmoral Castle? Check out the latest reviews and scores

  • 10.0

    If you can go on the private tour you should go.

    If you can go on the private tour you should go. It is a must. It is so interesting and so unique. The grounds are absolutely gorgeous. You can just see the Royals as they tell the stories and show you the different rooms. It's just fabulous.
    Guest review by
    Jan
    United States
  • 4.0

    The entrance closes at 4 p.m., so if one has a longer...

    The entrance closes at 4 p.m., so if one has a longer distance to arrive there and only stay one night, you cannot walk the grounds, even if you don't want to visit the castle. This should be thought over. For us walking the grounds and taking pictures of the castle from a distance would have been absolutely sufficient.
    Guest review by
    Rudi Kuiper
    Germany
  • 6.0

    If you have visited other Royal houses and expect the same...

    If you have visited other Royal houses and expect the same then you will be disappointed. It is basically a walk through gardens designed to flower in August when visitors are not there and a trip into the ballroom. Beware - hardly any seating for not suitable for elderly or those who need to rest. Very small mews tearoom and currently temporary toilets, but new services are being built. Long walk back to exit with NO seating. Sadly I felt unwell and being unable to rest did not help. I know it's a Royal summer residence but we got the feeling they did not realy want visitors and they were not catered for adequately. Visit Windsor and Sandringham, much nicer!
    Guest review by
    Louise
    United Kingdom
  • 10.0

    As beautiful as I thought it would be.

    As beautiful as I thought it would be. I was stunned by the massive girth of some of the trees and their incredible heights. The King is now planting many more trees and redoing the formal gardens. Since he has an incredible sense of design, the gardens will be spectacular in a few years. I loved the walks around the estate and all the informational signs explaining the history of buildings and traditions. The estate has done a marvelous job.
    Guest review by
    kathryn
    United States
  • 6.0

    Grounds were disappointing and need tidying up.

    Grounds were disappointing and need tidying up. Although the Royals use this for their late summer retreat, it is open for long periods to the paying public and activities to keep tidy should not be geared to the Royals arriving . However, the surrounding area is stunning
    Guest review by
    Steve
    United Kingdom

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  • Craggan

    Hotel in Ballater
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 329 reviews
    A peaceful setting in a beautiful house. Friendly hosts and a lovely comfortable bedroom (Lochnagar) and great tasty breakfasts. Close to Balmoral Castle and the lovely village of Ballater. We would definitely recommend this luxurious B & B and enjoyed our 2 night stay very much.
    Guest review by
    ALLISON
    United Kingdom

  • Crannach House bed and breakfast and self catering apartments

    Hotel in Ballater
    From US$154.72 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 517 reviews
    Nice position in Scotland, especially if you plan to visit Balmoral Castle. The mattress was comfortable, the bathroom had two sinks, the shower was large. Breakfast was good and rich, the staff was professional and thoughtful.
    Guest review by
    Giacomo
    Italy

  • Riverside Cottage with wood fired hot tub in Cairngorms

    Hotel in Ballater
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 119 reviews
    The cottage was in an absolutely perfect location - the town of Ballater is just beautiful, with plenty of walking and outdoor activities nearby. Definitely worth a visit to Balmoral Castle while you are there! The beds were super comfy and we loved the bird feeder outside the window.
    Guest review by
    Carol
    United Kingdom

  • Crofts Mill

    Hotel in Ballater
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews
    The Croft was comfortable, clean, warm and modern in a beautiful and very quiet location. It is ideal for access to the many footpaths across the Cairngorms and to a number of tourist attractions such as Balmoral Castle and Royal Lochnagar Distillery.
    Guest review by
    Kate
    United Kingdom

  • Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland

    Hotel in Ballater
    From US$451.68 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews
    The location was outstanding with amazing views all around, very close to the wonderful Balmoral castle, and Ballater which is a lovely little town.
    Guest review by
    john
    United Kingdom

  • Pannanich View Cottage, Ballater

    Hotel in Ballater
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 85 reviews
    Breakfast was not provided. The location was excellent and the wood heater worked a treat. Lots to see and do around the area, including a visit to Balmoral Castle grounds.
    Guest review by
    Gordon
    United Kingdom

  • St Andrews House

    Hotel in Ballater
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 340 reviews
    Ballater is a little luxury village right next to Balmoral Castle. Lovely downtown with beautiful houses, great shops and restaurants. St. Andrews house is itself a small castle. The owners live downstairs and upstairs there’s some rooms plus and apartment rented out for guests. We spent 2 nights in the apartment, it was very nice and specious, clean and had everything we needed. Easy parking in front of the building. Natalie and Tony was very welcoming and made us breakfast freshly every morning. We felt like royals.
    Guest review by
    Zsuzsanna
    Netherlands

  • Cambus O' May Traditional Highland Hotel

    Hotel in Ballater
    From US$217.08 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,886 reviews
    The location was beautiful, we had a great view from our window, of the mountains. The evening menu looked amazing and had we checked into our rooms instead of going strait to Balmoral Castle we would have chosen to eat at the hotel, but it was getting late in the day and we wanted to visit the grounds before they closed. We did have a nice drink by the fire however, and a chat with the staff in the early evening.
    Guest review by
    ssuzanne
    Canada

  • Alexandra Hotel

    Hotel in Ballater
    From US$195.50 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 382 reviews
    A nice small hotel, really friendly and welcoming staff. The hotel is conveniently situated for a day trip to Balmoral Castle.
    Guest review by
    Olga
    Ireland

  • Balmoral Arms

    Hotel in Ballater
    From US$320.36 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,521 reviews
    Beds were very comfortable & they let in dogs. Easy for parking as you can leave the car outside or over the road. Balmoral Castle is about 8 miles drive away, hotel’s right in the village/ town and around all the local shops and coffee shops.
    Guest review by
    Andrew
    United Kingdom