Balmoral Arms, Ballater
Overview
Situated around 25 minutes' stroll from Crathie Church, the 4-star Balmoral Arms Hotel Ballater is adorned with beam ceilings, offering essentials such as Wi-Fi and parking. Situated on a river, this hotel is a stone's throw from The Ballater Gallery.
Location
The Ballater hotel is located about 300 feet from Glenmuick Church, 0.3 miles from the friendly contemporary Larks Gallery. The non-smoking Balmoral Arms is also approximately 5 minutes by foot from River Dee.
The property is also in proximity to Cairngorms National Park.
For those traveling from afar, Aberdeen airport is 56 minutes' drive away.
Rooms
This Ballater hotel welcomes guests to 46 rooms fitted with an iron and ironing board as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Fitted with coffee/tea making equipment, the rooms also come with a writing desk. Bathrooms come with a separate toilet and a shower, along with a hair dryer and bath sheets.
Eat & Drink
Balmoral Arms Hotel has an à la carte restaurant, serving a range of Scottish dishes. There is a lounge bar, which offers an open fireplace in its interior design. This welcoming bar has a lounge. Guests can also enjoy Scottish food at The Bothy located just near the Balmoral Arms Ballater.
Leisure & Business
Ski facilities feature a ski storage room. Also, at the accommodation, guests can take advantage of a golf club provided onsite.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Baggage storage
- Ski storage
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Skiing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Board games
- Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Recommended for:
Hike Lochnagar
Traverse Lochnagar munro for challenging routes. Hotel near trails.
Fish Local Lochs
Catch brown trout in lochs near Ballater. Hotel by River Dee.
Ski Glenshee
Use Glenshee Ski Centre for runs. Hotel near ski area.
Cycle with Cyclehighlands
Rent bikes from Cyclehighlands for routes. Hotel opposite center.
Tour Balmoral Castle
Join guided walks at Balmoral Castle for estate access. Hotel in Ballater.
Walk Seven Bridges
Follow Seven Bridges of Ballater walk, 6.5 miles path. Hotel in village.
Location
Convenient Location
Ballater is near Balmoral Castle, River Dee, and Glenmuick Church, offering easy access to key sites.
Royal Deeside Neighborhood
The Royal Deeside area is a residential district with outdoor activities, featuring Craigendarroch, Torphantrick Wood, and the Ballater Gallery.
Local Bites to Try
The Lochnagar Indian Brasserie, India on the Green, and Clachan Grill serve diverse cuisines and local specialties.
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