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Star Hotel

Star Hotel

Star Hotel
4.0 star property
Kingussie
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (36)
"Lovely staff on front desk and was great having restaurant within the hotel. "
Canada
Sean
The price is AED 376
AED 451 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 January 2026
Star Hotel
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
The Bridge of Cally Hotel

The Bridge of Cally Hotel

The Bridge of Cally Hotel
3.0 star property
Blairgowrie
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (134)
"Lovely hotel and very friendly staff. "
United Kingdom
Matthew
The price is AED 274
AED 329 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 January 2026
The Bridge of Cally Hotel
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Cairn Hotel

Cairn Hotel

Cairn Hotel
3.0 star property
Carrbridge
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (502)
"A great place to stay. And they have a good little bar/restaurant inside! "
United States
Jonathan
The price is AED 651
AED 782 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Cairn Hotel
22-inch LCD TV with digital channels
The Poplars Guest House

The Poplars Guest House

The Poplars Guest House
4.0 star property
Pitlochry
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (63)
"Warm welcome, excellent breakfasts,a fresh bottle of water every morning in our room, attention to detail and exceptionally friendly hosts."
United Kingdom
David
The price is AED 514
AED 617 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
The Poplars Guest House
Children's play area - outdoor
Douneside House

Douneside House

Douneside House
4.0 star property
Aboyne
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (54)
"Lovely stay, would highly recommend!"
United States
Leslie
The price is AED 855
AED 1,026 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Douneside House
Property entrance
Nethybridge Hotel

Nethybridge Hotel

Nethybridge Hotel
3.0 star property
Nethy Bridge
7.8 out of 10, Good, (278)
"Beautiful Victorian hotel with partially updated rooms in a country garden setting. Breakfast was exceptional and staff were lovely. "
Canada
Peter
The price is AED 244
AED 293 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Nethybridge Hotel
Exterior
The Grant Arms Hotel

The Grant Arms Hotel

The Grant Arms Hotel
4.0 star property
Grantown-on-Spey
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (150)
"Loved our stay here! Such a super cute little boutique hotel in a really cute little town. Our room was very spacious and clean. The location was very central/convenient for driving all over the highlands during our stay. "
United States
Anonymous traveler
The price is AED 406
AED 487 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
The Grant Arms Hotel
Garden
The Speyside Hotel

The Speyside Hotel

The Speyside Hotel
3.5 star property
Grantown-on-Spey
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (337)
"We absolutely loved staying at the Speyside Hotel. Mark and Lucy made us feel so welcome and they were so accommodating, especially with our one year old. Would absolutely stay here again!"
United States
Robert
The Speyside Hotel
Terrace/patio
Haughton Arms Hotel

Haughton Arms Hotel

Haughton Arms Hotel
2.5 star property
Alford
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12)
"The staff were so friendly and helpful. The breakfast was delicious"
United Kingdom
Kathleen
The price is AED 305
AED 366 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Haughton Arms Hotel
Bar (on property)
Birchwood Pitlochry

Birchwood Pitlochry

Birchwood Pitlochry
3.5 star property
Pitlochry
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Extrem nettes Personal das wirklich versucht das der Aufenthalt so angenehm wie möglich ist. Super schöne Umgebung, schöne gemütliche Zimmer und leckeres Essen! "
Germany
Solveigh
The price is AED 584
AED 700 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Birchwood Pitlochry
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Top Ballater Hotel Reviews

Fisher's Hotel

Fisher's Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Room upgrade , room big & decor was great red tartan headboard . Looked out to gardens would go back again . "
Ann 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Fisher's Hotel

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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 wildlife, golfing, 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.