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Balmoral Arms

4.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from Ballater Golf Club

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Balmoral Arms in central Ballater offers an upscale experience with thoughtful touches. Enjoy the restaurant and bar after exploring. Free WiFi in public spaces, luggage storage, and helpful concierge services ensure a hassle-free stay.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Classic King/Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Laptop workspace
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Classic Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Laptop workspace
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium Suite | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Premium Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Laptop workspace
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Classic King Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Laptop workspace
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Junior Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Laptop workspace
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Cosy Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Laptop workspace
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Classic Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Laptop workspace
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Feature Double/King | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Feature Double/King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Laptop workspace
Pet friendly
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
13-15 Victoria Road, Ballater, Scotland, AB35 5RA

What's nearby

  • Ballater Library - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Victoria and Albert Halls - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ballater Golf Club - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cairngorms National Park - 12 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • Balmoral Castle - 12 min drive - 9.6 miles

Getting around

  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bean For Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lochnagar Indian Brasserie - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Keiller Lounge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Loch Kinord Hotel & Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Balmoral Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Balmoral Arms

Upscale hotel near Ballater Golf Club
Balmoral Arms provides amenities like a bar and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services, a reception hall, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Balmoral Arms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like room service.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and desks

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekend full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 16.50 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Dining Room

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 16.5 to 20 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Deeside Ballater
Deeside Inn
Deeside Inn Ballater
The Deeside Hotel Ballater
The Deeside Inn Ballater, Scotland
The Deeside Inn
Balmoral Arms Hotel
Balmoral Arms Ballater
Balmoral Arms Hotel Ballater

Frequently asked questions

Is Balmoral Arms pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Balmoral Arms?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Balmoral Arms?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Balmoral Arms?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Balmoral Arms located?

Situated in a national park, this hotel is steps from Ballater Golf Club, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Cairngorms National Park and Balmoral Castle. Royal Lochnagar Distillery and Braemar Castle are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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