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Our top choices for Ballater family-friendly hotels

A playground with a slide, a wooden bench, and a fenced area.
A serene outdoor setting with a pond, lush greenery, and two buildings with a modern design.
A lobby with a wooden reception desk, marble counters, and a staircase with wooden railings.
A historic building with a turret and ivy-covered walls, featuring a stone facade and large windows.

1. Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside
Ballater
AED 616
AED 739 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside
A cozy room with a brick fireplace, a cushioned chair, and a wicker basket filled with logs.
A lobby with a checkered floor, a fireplace, and a reception desk.
A cozy room with a brick fireplace, a three-tiered tea service, and a variety of snacks and drinks on a table.
A stone building with a sign reading "Balmoral Arms."

2. Balmoral Arms

Balmoral Arms
Ballater
AED 492
AED 590 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Balmoral Arms
A room with three wooden beds, each with patterned bedding, a small bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A bathroom with a shower, a sink, and a window.
A stone building with a pitched roof, multiple windows, and a front door.
A window with a view of a forested area.

3. Braemar Youth Hostel

Braemar Youth Hostel
Ballater
AED 237
AED 284 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Braemar Youth Hostel
A hallway with white double doors, a wooden coat rack, and a sign on the wall.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa, and a painting of a deer.
A stone building with a white door and windows, a wooden shed, and a church steeple in the background.
A stone house with a front porch, a door, and a window.

4. Gairnlea House

Gairnlea House
Ballater
AED 2,281
AED 2,737 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Gairnlea House
A castle-like building with multiple towers, a central entrance, and a surrounding fence.
A narrow hallway with blue walls, wooden trim, and a red carpet.
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a vanity with a mirror, a bench, and two lamps.
A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and sink, featuring a herringbone floor pattern and a view of the outdoors through a window.

5. Macdui - Mar Lodge Estate

Macdui - Mar Lodge Estate
Ballater
AED 2,614
AED 3,137 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Macdui - Mar Lodge Estate
A large stone building with a symmetrical facade, multiple chimneys, and a central entrance.
A forest trail with a wooden staircase leading up.
A hallway with wooden paneling, framed pictures on the walls, and antlers mounted on the ceiling.
A dining room with a table set for four, green upholstered chairs, a vase with pink flowers, and a painting on the wall.

6. Derry - Mar Lodge Estate

Derry - Mar Lodge Estate
Ballater
AED 2,788
AED 3,345 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Derry - Mar Lodge Estate
A wooden playhouse with a slide and stairs, surrounded by trees and a grassy area.
A grassy field with a backdrop of dense forest and hills.
A stone building with a porch, green shutters, and a dog in the yard.
A view through a window with a white frame and a black handle, overlooking a landscape with hills, trees, and a building in the distance.

7. Cambus o'May Hotel

Cambus o'May Hotel
Aboyne
AED 476
AED 571 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Cambus o'May Hotel
A wooden cabin with a porch, surrounded by trees and a well-maintained garden.
A row of log cabins with a paved driveway leading to a wooden deck.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a dresser, a desk, a chair, a balcony with a view, and a chandelier.
A bar area with wooden shelves stocked with bottles, a bar counter, and a seating area with a plaid carpet.

8. Loch Kinord Hotel

Loch Kinord Hotel
Aboyne
AED 462
AED 554 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Loch Kinord Hotel
A rustic outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by a wooden fence and trees.
A cozy room with a stone fireplace, a television, and comfortable seating.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a stone wall, and a fireplace.
A traditional white building with a steeply pitched roof, multiple chimneys, and a sign indicating it is a pub. There are outdoor seating areas with tables and chairs, and a bench along the side.

9. The Boat Inn

The Boat Inn
Aboyne
AED 358
AED 503 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The Boat Inn
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and tables, two umbrellas, and potted plants.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a mirror, a vase with flowers, and a telephone.
A pool table with balls, a dartboard, and a clock on a stone wall.
A bar area with a brick wall, wooden furniture, and hanging pendant lights.

10. The Commercial Hotel

The Commercial Hotel
Aboyne
AED 526
AED 632 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
The Commercial Hotel
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Top Ballater Hotel Reviews

Fisher's Hotel

Fisher's Hotel

8/10 Good
"Room was lovely however bedside lights not bright enough to read, lovely view from room, grounds immaculate, had fun watching remote lawnmower.😂 Disappointing wait for order to be taken in main restaurant and meal was variable, my starter was excellent, fried prawns and plentiful, my husbands scallops, though tasty, were in short supply, 2, had to share my prawns with him. Main course, my lemon sole was disappointing but plentiful again, husbands duck tough and leathery, again shared mine with him. In the morning however, the breakfast was first class, an excellent selection for all tastes, well done to all. A very pleasant stay and would definitely go back though probably eat dinner out."
Ronald and Sandra 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Fisher's Hotel
Atholl Palace Hotel

Atholl Palace Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful facility with a great breakfast and nice grounds"
Sheryl 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Atholl Palace Hotel
Scotlands Spa Hotel

Scotlands Spa Hotel

8/10 Good
"Large clean room.bath and shower.breakfast very good.plenty choice.piping hot.swimming pool and jacuzzi lovely.all staff very nice"
Eleanor 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Scotlands Spa Hotel
Nethybridge Hotel

Nethybridge Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel was perfect for our stay. Room was small but comfortable. Bathroom was nice except for very low water pressure in the shower. Dinner in the restaurant was delicious. Breakfast had a lot of choices and was good as well. Garden was nice for a stroll. Staff was very friendly and helpful! Enjoyed our stay!"
LISA 2-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Nethybridge Hotel
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside

10/10 Excellent
"Great property, spacious room and perfect location as a hub to explore the Highlands."
Christophe 5-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside
The Boat Hotel

The Boat Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Best breakfast included in the reservation"
Gilles 1-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
The Boat Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's Ballater like for family-friendly vacations?
The welcoming destination of Ballater is a great choice if you've been thinking about a vacation with the kids. The golfing, wildlife, and mountain views are just a few things that make this an attractive family vacation spot. Take to the air and fly into Aberdeen Airport (ABZ), which is located 33.1 mi (53.3 km) from the city center.
What's the best accommodation when traveling with kids to Ballater?
The Fife Arms Hotel is a hotel with a restaurant and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Ballater?
The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 53°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 35°F. Average annual precipitation for Ballater is 37 inches.
What's there to see and do with your family in Ballater?
Glenshee Ski Centre and Ballater Library are interesting attractions you and your family might enjoy exploring while you are staying in Ballater. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Knock Gallery and Meall Odhar.