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Tonight
30 Sep - 1 Oct
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1 Oct - 2 Oct
This weekend
2 Oct - 4 Oct
Next weekend
9 Oct - 11 Oct

Our top choices for Ballater family-friendly hotels

A rustic outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by a wooden fence and trees.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a stone wall, and a fireplace.
A cozy room with a stone fireplace, a television, and comfortable seating.
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.

1. The Boat Inn

The Boat Inn
Aboyne
AED 328
AED 466 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
The Boat Inn
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and tables, two umbrellas, and potted plants.
A pool table with balls, a dartboard, and a clock on a stone wall.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a mirror, a vase with flowers, and a telephone.
A stone building with signs advertising The Commercial, a pub, lounge bar, and beer garden.

2. The Commercial Hotel

The Commercial Hotel
Aboyne
AED 526
AED 632 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
The Commercial Hotel
A group of people in school uniforms sitting on a bench outdoors.
A staircase with a wooden handrail and a door at the bottom.
A restaurant with black and white patterned chairs, a stone fireplace, and a mirror on the wall.
A bar area with shelves of various liquor bottles and glasses.

3. Haughton Arms Hotel

Haughton Arms Hotel
Alford
AED 292
AED 351 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Haughton Arms Hotel
A wooden swing set in a park with snow on the ground.
A historic building with a stone wall, a small pond, and lush greenery.
A wooden hallway with a checkered floor, a potted plant, and a staircase leading to another room.
A large, stately house with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance, and a well-maintained garden with hedges and a lawn.

4. Douneside House

Douneside House
Aboyne
AED 874
AED 1,049 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Douneside House
A large, historic building with multiple wings and a central tower, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a lawn.
A picnic table with a canopy, surrounded by a grassy lawn, in front of a building with stone walls and hanging flower baskets.
A large, historic hotel with a symmetrical facade, multiple chimneys, and a well-maintained lawn with a gravel path leading to the entrance.
A cozy room with a fireplace, wooden flooring, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

5. Nethybridge Hotel

Nethybridge Hotel
Nethy Bridge
AED 297
AED 356 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Nethybridge Hotel
A bar with multiple taps, a wooden ceiling, and a red carpet with 'ACEWARS' text.
A white building with a traditional architectural style, featuring a central entrance and multiple windows.
A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink, and a toilet.
A banquet hall with round tables set for dining, balloons, and a bar area in the background.

6. Burnett Arms Hotel

Burnett Arms Hotel
Banchory
  • Family golf vacation destination with an arcade game room and warm, spacious rooms for rest and play.
AED 268
AED 322 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Burnett Arms Hotel
A dining area with a table set for two, a chair, a lamp, and a view of a garden through large windows.
A room with two leather armchairs, a small table with a plant, and a window with curtains.
A traditional house with a steeply pitched roof, large windows, and a covered porch area.
A living room with a plaid carpet, a Christmas tree, a leather sofa, and a coffee table with a placemat.

7. The Bridge of Cally Hotel

The Bridge of Cally Hotel
Blairgowrie
  • Family adventures come to life at this hotel with game room, toys, and Cairngorms National Park just 15 minutes away.
AED 381
AED 458 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
The Bridge of Cally Hotel
A shower with a handheld showerhead and a wall-mounted faucet.
A bedroom with a bed, two pillows, a nightstand, a lamp, and a plaid blanket.
A kitchen with a wooden table and chairs, a coffee maker, and a window with a view of greenery.
A black stone building with a steep roof, a small window, and a door.

8. Pets - Garden - Parking - Sleeps up to 4 - Hiking

Pets - Garden - Parking - Sleeps up to 4 - Hiking
Banchory
AED 469
AED 768 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Pets - Garden - Parking - Sleeps up to 4 - Hiking
A room with a wooden floor, a pair of sandals on a mat, a sofa, and a view of a green landscape through an open door.
A wooden door with a sign reading "Welcome to Cabin Lodge."
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a marble countertop, and a large island with food items and a loaf of bread.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, large windows, and comfortable seating.

9. Gulabin Lodge and House

Gulabin Lodge and House
Blairgowrie
AED 335
AED 402 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Gulabin Lodge and House
A cozy living room with leather armchairs, a round wooden coffee table, and a stone fireplace with a fire.
A house with large windows, a visible kitchen area, and a small outdoor seating area.
A dining table with a bottle, a glass, and a wine glass.
A sign for the Spyside Hotel.

10. The Speyside Hotel

The Speyside Hotel
Grantown-on-Spey
AED 565
AED 678 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
The Speyside Hotel
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Pool
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4 stars
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Top Ballater Hotel Reviews

Highlander Hotel

Highlander Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Inside Caingworms National Park, it looks like you are in a wilderness lodge. They serve you a great breakfast of your choosing."
Maria 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Highlander Hotel
Scotlands Spa Hotel

Scotlands Spa Hotel

8/10 Good
"Good location"
Mark 2-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Scotlands Spa Hotel
Craiglynne Hotel

Craiglynne Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Staff were very helpful and the room was great for the prices"
Scott 2-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Craiglynne Hotel
Fisher's Hotel

Fisher's Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel was lovely, slightly dated, but very clean with kettle and coffee pod machine in the room. Very modern toilet and shower. Towels were white, fluffy and soft. The bed was so comfortable. Staff were all extremely pleasant and helpful. However, I would reserve the dining area in the evening as it was busy with a 30 minute wait for a table. I would definitely recommend the hotel"
Shelagh 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Fisher's Hotel
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside

10/10 Excellent
"The suite was amazing. Very clean and all amenities were there. The small kitchenette was great and we would have used it if we were there for longer. The pool was lovely and well maintained. The lounge bar was friendly and the food looked good. We ate outwith the hotel but were tempted to stay as it looked lovely. The staff were friendly. The only issue we had was that there were three of us in the booking so I had to ask to get the sofa bed made up. This didn’t seem to be a problem but when we returned to the room the sofa bed was revealed but not made up with linen."
Leigh 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside
The Boat Hotel

The Boat Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Comfortable room with walk-in shower in ensuite. Freshly-cooked breakfast with good quality ingredients and good coffee. Pleasant and attentive lady served breakfast."
Jonathan 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
The Boat Hotel
Nethybridge Hotel

Nethybridge Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Very welcoming, dog friendly hotel in the quiet village of nethy bridge. Budget friendly with breakfast included!"
Ben 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Nethybridge 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.