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The Boat Hotel

3.5 star property
Nature lovers enjoy scenic ecotours while cycling enthusiasts test their skills before savoring breakfast at this country inn-style restaurant

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Double or Twin Room, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated - The Boat Hotel (Boat of Garten)
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The Boat Hotel is next to an 18-hole golf course, perfect for teeing off between relaxing in the garden. Guests love the free WiFi, bike rentals, and arcade room. The on-site restaurant serves tasty meals all day, with staff praised for their helpfulness.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Classic Single Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Classic Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double or Twin Room, Garden View | Terrace/patio

Double or Twin Room, Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Classic Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Suite Double or Twin Room | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Suite Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Comfort Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Boat of Garten, The Boat Hotel is in a rural area and next to a golf course. Strathspey Steam Railway and Lochindorb Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cairngorms National Park and Loch Garten Osprey Centre. Traveling with kids? Consider Landmark Forest Adventure Park and The Lost Labyrinth. Enjoy the area's slopes with downhill skiing, snowboarding, and skiing lessons, and don't miss out on the sledding. Visit our Boat of Garten travel guide
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Deshar Road, Boat of Garten, Scotland, PH24 3BH

What's nearby

  • Ski touring at Loch Avon on the River Avon, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland
    Cairngorms National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Cairngorm Reindeer Centre
    Cairngorm Reindeer Centre
    25 min drive - 14.6 miles
  • CairnGorm Mountain
    CairnGorm Mountain
    32 min drive - 18.6 miles
  • Inverness Castle
    Inverness Castle
    53 min drive - 35.6 miles
  • Boat of Garten Golf Club
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Carrbridge Station
    8 min drive
  • Inverness (INV)
    47 min drive

Restaurants

  • Route 7 Café
    8 min drive
  • The Boat Country Inn & Restaurant
    1 min walk
  • The Balavoulin
    8 min drive
  • High Range
    10 min drive
  • Old Bridge Inn
    10 min drive

About this property

The Boat Hotel

Family-friendly hotel adjacent to a golf course
At The Boat Hotel, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a playground. Adventurous travelers may like the ecotours and cycling at this hotel. The on-site restaurant, The Boat Country Inn, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as an arcade/game room and a fireplace in the lobby.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and express check-out
  • Express check-in, multilingual staff, and books
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Changing tables and highchairs
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Recycling, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 12.95 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Boat Country Inn

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Books
  • Ecotours
  • Evening entertainment
  • Games
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Playground
  • Ski storage
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Changing table
  • Children's games
  • High chair
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1899
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 10
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 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
3 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 12.95 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10.0 per night

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses geothermal energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 25
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 24
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31
A fee for a mandatory Valentine's Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on February 14

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Boat Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 20 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?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Boat Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 10 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Boat Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is The Boat Hotel located?

This family-friendly Boat of Garten hotel is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Boat of Garten Golf Club, Loch Vaa and Lochan Dhu. Loch Garten Osprey Centre and Avie Lochan are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Boat Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 301 out of 761 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 264 out of 761 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 132 out of 761 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 761 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 761 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was amazing and staff were incredibly kind and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value for money, staff were excellent, room was huge and overall the hotel was very clean. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was in Garden room excellent for us and our dog. Staff were very friendly and helpful service was excellent. Had dinner at restaurant and impressed with the food A great place for a short break
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and enjoyable room
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay, super Christmassy and cosy and staff friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly and helpful staff. Good breakfast choice ! Nive to have shops nearby...
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and warm.Staff very friendly. We would return again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rona

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The standard of the room was excellent. All the staff from dinner, reception and breakfast were all very friendly and accommodating. We will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were lovely, room was worth the price and the breakfast was excellent value for money ( both a buffet breakfast and a hot meal) It's a little difficult to find a decently priced meal nearby so something to bear in mind if staying here
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Hotel and surrounding areas very dog friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As with mist businesses they are made by the staff. The staff at the hotel were wonderful and the food was fabulous. The hotel will be at the top of my list the next time I stay in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Warm welcome, friendly. Great service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, helped with any questions I had. The evening meal was very good! The breakfast had good choice and was quickly delivered.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff very friendly and efficient.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kayleigh

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Room was clean enough albeit the carpet was dusty around the edges and the shower was quite small. Staff were lovely and very helpful and the food was good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved this hotel, comfortable, good food. Great location by the steam railway station , woodland walks. Hoping to return.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing stay

Was excellent food was great Amazing Choice for breakfast Staff were friendly and helpful 4th stay here and gets better everytime
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are spacious and very clean,dinner and breakfast are outstanding 10/10,although restaurant was very busy the service was 1st class.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Celebrating my mum's 80th birthday!! Staff friendly and ideal place to stay to explore Speyside!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Annie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Room was lovely although quite small. Lovely walk in shower. Ate in the bar which was unexpectedly expensive. Would have gone out had we known. Breakfast was good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Arrived after a long hike to chill in front of a roaring open fire in the bar. My single room booking was upgraded to a kingsize bed. So very happy. Room was comfortable, cosy and peaceful despite being on the main road. A varied buffet breakfast to start the day and a cooked menu of full english, porridge etc made to order and served very quickly. Will definitely return as i often spend weekends in the Cairngorms
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All staff very friendly and welcoming - particularly the ladies at breakfast! Everyone made an effort to interact with our 3 year old which goes a long way. :) very family/ dog friendly. Good food - probably the best cooked breakfast we’ve had in a while, everything was perfectly cooked and great selection. We had a meal in the restaurant too that was tasty! We stayed in a garden room, spacious and clean. Lovely location with great views of the surrounding hills. Would recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were nice and according to our needs. Good dinner and breakfast option in the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely people!

I arrived late and the waitress was so helpful and made me feel at home even though i felt i was keeping the kitchen staff back late. Thank you for such a lovely stay. Excellent all round.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025