Ballater
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Visit Ballater

Balmoral Arms
Wonderful hotel near Balmoral with comfortable rooms and staff definitely represented the classic highland hospitality! Great welcome and restaurant on grounds with cozy lobby area near a roaring fireplace. Staff gave great recommendations of the area. Will definitely stay again!
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland
Good location
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026

Braemar Lodge Cabins

Braemar Lodge Cabins

Fabulous sunny house in large private gardens. Sun porch & patio. Mountain views
This house was a wonderful base for our short break in Braemar. Lots of space so teenagers could have their peace and the garden was amazing for our 2 springer spaniels to run around in. Beautiful area with lots to do. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026

Morrone Cottage - Beautiful mountain cottage, large garden and wonderful views.
The cottage was in a perfect location, just outside Braemar but close enough to walk. Well provisioned kitchen and very comfortable lounge area. Very quiet and private.
Reviewed on 29 Aug 2025
Popular places to visit

Balmoral Castle
Find out about the history of Crathie with a stop at Balmoral Castle. Savour the area's bars and restaurants.

Glenshee Ski Centre
Hit the slopes in Ballater with a visit to Glenshee Ski Centre. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the restaurants and bars.

Braemar Castle
Braemar Castle is just one of the places to see in Ballater, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the restaurants and bars.

Meall Odhar
Hit the slopes in Ballater with a visit to Meall Odhar. Savour the area's restaurants and bars.
Lochnagar
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lochnagar during your travels in Ballater. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Mar Lodge Estate
You can take time to visit Mar Lodge Estate during your travels to Ballater. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the restaurants and bars.
Things to do

Dunnottar Castle & Royal Deeside from Aberdeen

Scotland's Royal Lochnagar Distillery Ticket Pass

Balmoral: Royal Lochnagar Distillery Whisky Tasting

Private Guided Discovery Walk in the Cairngorms






