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Our top choices for Royal Lochnagar Distillery hotels

A grassy field with a backdrop of dense forest and hills.

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.

A forest path surrounded by dense greenery and yellow flowers.

A dining area with a table and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of trees and mountains.

1. Cambus o'May Hotel

15.9 km from Royal Lochnagar Distillery

United States

Deborah

AED 476

AED 572 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A cozy room with a brick fireplace, a cushioned chair, and a wicker basket filled with logs.

A cozy room with a brick fireplace, a three-tiered tea service, and a variety of snacks and drinks on a table.

A lobby with a checkered floor, a fireplace, and a reception desk.

A cozy bar area with wooden flooring, plush seating, and a bar stocked with bottles.

2. Balmoral Arms

10.4 km from Royal Lochnagar Distillery

United Kingdom

Susan

AED 492

AED 591 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A room with three wooden beds, each with patterned bedding, a small bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A window with a view of a forested area.

A stone building with a pitched roof, multiple windows, and a front door.

A living room with a green sofa, a round coffee table, and two armchairs. There is a fireplace on the left and a window with curtains on the right.

3. Braemar Youth Hostel

11.6 km from Royal Lochnagar Distillery

United States

Lacey

AED 237

AED 284 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A wooden cabin with a porch, surrounded by trees and a well-maintained garden.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a dresser, a desk, a chair, a balcony with a view, and a chandelier.

A dining area with a long table set for a meal, wooden beams on the ceiling, stone walls, and a bar area in the background.

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden benches and tables, stone walls, and windows with curtains.

4. Loch Kinord Hotel

19.7 km from Royal Lochnagar Distillery

United Kingdom

Mark

AED 462

AED 555 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled edge, a lounge area with chairs, and a staircase leading to a higher level.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden desk, a dresser, a TV, and a balcony with a view of trees.

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.

5. Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside

10 km from Royal Lochnagar Distillery

United States

Christophe

AED 503

AED 604 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A cozy cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, a sofa with cushions, a wicker chair, a small table, and a bed with a yellow blanket.

A cabin with a green roof, surrounded by tall pine trees.

A compact wooden cabin with a kitchenette, a shower, and a small dining area.

A cabin with a wooden deck, a chair, and a small porch.

6. Cairngorm Bothies

19.9 km from Royal Lochnagar Distillery

United States

Jerri

AED 730

AED 876 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Royal Lochnagar Distillery

Property	Property class	Guest rating	Breakfast included	Pool	Spa	Pet friendly	WiFi included
Cambus o'May Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 10 reviews	View
Balmoral Arms	8.6 Excellent 420 reviews	View
Braemar Youth Hostel	9.4 Exceptional 51 reviews	View
Loch Kinord Hotel	8.8 Excellent 97 reviews	View
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside	9.0 Wonderful 290 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families near Royal Lochnagar Distillery

A cozy room with a brick fireplace, a cushioned chair, and a wicker basket filled with logs.

A cozy room with a brick fireplace, a three-tiered tea service, and a variety of snacks and drinks on a table.

A lobby with a checkered floor, a fireplace, and a reception desk.

A cozy bar area with wooden flooring, plush seating, and a bar stocked with bottles.

Balmoral Arms

Ballater

AED 492

AED 591 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled edge, a lounge area with chairs, and a staircase leading to a higher level.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden desk, a dresser, a TV, and a balcony with a view of trees.

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.

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside

Ballater

AED 503

AED 604 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A room with three wooden beds, each with patterned bedding, a small bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A window with a view of a forested area.

A stone building with a pitched roof, multiple windows, and a front door.

A living room with a green sofa, a round coffee table, and two armchairs. There is a fireplace on the left and a window with curtains on the right.

Braemar Youth Hostel

Ballater

AED 237

AED 284 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A grassy field with a backdrop of dense forest and hills.

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.

A forest path surrounded by dense greenery and yellow flowers.

A dining area with a table and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of trees and mountains.

Cambus o'May Hotel

Aboyne

AED 476

AED 572 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A wooden cabin with a porch, surrounded by trees and a well-maintained garden.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a dresser, a desk, a chair, a balcony with a view, and a chandelier.

A dining area with a long table set for a meal, wooden beams on the ceiling, stone walls, and a bar area in the background.

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden benches and tables, stone walls, and windows with curtains.

Loch Kinord Hotel

Aboyne

AED 462

AED 555 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A rustic cabin with a wooden deck, surrounded by trees and a well-maintained garden.

A cabin with a deck, surrounded by tall trees and a grassy yard.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a black leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large wall clock.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a gas stove. There is a dining area with a table and chairs.

2 bedroom accommodation in Dinnet, near Ballater

Dinnet, near Ballater

AED 1,978

AED 1,978 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A rustic cabin with a wooden deck, surrounded by tall trees and a well-maintained garden.

A cabin with a deck, surrounded by tall trees and a grassy yard.

A paved driveway leading to a building surrounded by trees.

A cabin with a porch, surrounded by a stone garden and trees.

2 bedroom accommodation in Dinnet, near Ballater

Dinnet, near Ballater

AED 1,978

AED 1,978 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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 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.

A neatly made bed with white linens and decorative pillows, a plaid blanket, and two woven wall lamps.

The Boat Inn

Aboyne

AED 358

AED 503 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

Top Royal Lochnagar Distillery Hotel Reviews

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside

10/10 Excellent

"Location, room and facilities all excellent. Would highly recommend."

Balmoral Arms

Balmoral Arms

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Nice staff. Beautiful sitting room."

Nethybridge Hotel

Nethybridge Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Really enjoyed our stay. Meal was lovely. The bar staff very friendly. Could not fault it."

Argyle Guest House

Argyle Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Argyll guest house is a very pleasant place to stay. It is close to Cairngorms National park and to the many whisky distilleries in the area. Our host Leslie was very friendly and helpful with some good suggestions for the area. The room was very comfortable and the breakfast was delicious. I would recommend Argyll if you are staying in the Cairngorms."

Cambus o'May Hotel

Cambus o'May Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome location!! beautiful home. we had dinner and breakfast and it was great."

Dalmunzie Castle Hotel

Dalmunzie Castle Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This place was beautiful and peaceful. The drive to the motel was stunning"

The Lodges At Craigendarroch Country Club

The Lodges At Craigendarroch Country Club

10/10 Excellent

"everything very good"

Kindrogan House

Kindrogan House

10/10 Excellent

"Good place to stay and enjoy nature."

Loch Kinord Hotel

Loch Kinord Hotel

8/10 Good

"We had a lovely time at Loch Kinord. We especially enjoyed the hiking right from the property. Our cabin was cozy and perfect for our stay. The food in the restaurant was very enjoyable."

Other attractions near Royal Lochnagar Distillery

A large stone pyramid surrounded by a forest.

Balmoral Castle

8.8/10 (98 reviews)

Find out about the history of Crathie when you take a trip to Balmoral Castle. Savor the area's bars and restaurants.

A mountain landscape with a lake and rocky terrain.

Lochnagar

9.2/10 (27 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lochnagar during your travels in Ballater. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Knock Gallery

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Knock Gallery during your trip to Crathie. Savor the area's bars and restaurants.

Ballochbuie Forest

Explore the great outdoors at Ballochbuie Forest, a lovely green space in Ballater. Savor the area's bars and restaurants.

Knock Castle

Knock Castle is just one of the places to see in Ballater, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Savor the area's bars and restaurants.

The Seven Bridges

You can take time to visit The Seven Bridges during your travels to Elkton. Stroll along this family-friendly area's riverfront, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Craigendarroch Hill

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Craigendarroch Hill during your travels in Ballater. Savor the area's bars and restaurants.

Ballater Golf Club

9.0/10 (7 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Ballater at Ballater Golf Club. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Royal Lochnagar Distillery?

Royal Lochnagar Distillery is located in Crathie. When you want to settle in and find a place to stay, check out some of the hotels and other accommodations that Expedia offers in the area.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Royal Lochnagar Distillery?

Balmoral Arms is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. You'll find it 6.5 mi (10.4 km) from Royal Lochnagar Distillery. Other good options in the area include Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside and Braemar Lodge Cabins.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Royal Lochnagar Distillery, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near Royal Lochnagar Distillery.

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