In the rustic village of Dinnet in the heart of Royal Deeside, this family-run hotel is ideal for exploring the Highlands and tourist and sporting activities in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
On the edge...
Diane
United Kingdom
A warm welcome and happy to help with any queries. The dinner was excellent and breakfast also. Very clean and dog friendly. Will return. Booked for husband surprise birthday with other members of the family. A very relaxing stay.
Douneside House is located in Tarland, 50km from Aberdeen. Douneside House features views of the countryside and complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
Olwen
United Kingdom
Beautiful house
Interesting history
Stunning scenery
Well kept gardens
Lovely friendly staff
On the banks of the River Dee, The Boat Inn in Aboyne offers accommodation, a cosy bar and restaurant.
James
United Kingdom
We were greeted with a warm welcome from a professional team.
Enjoyed the house lager that complemented the food, which was amazing.
The room was nice and spacious. Also very clean, which is always important to us.
We found a hidden gem with "The Boat Inn"
Cambus O' May Hotel has free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Ballater. 23 km from Balmoral Castle and 13 km from Aboyne Golf Club, the property offers ski storage space, as well as a...
Mema007
Australia
There was nothing not to LOVE about Cambus O'May Hotel. From the moment we drove up the driveway and then walked in the front door we felt like we'd been transported back in time in the very best way. The interior of this magnificent old beauty has been lovingly and respectfully maintained and decorated. The staff were exceptional and chatting to the owner who has a passion for seeing the estate returned to it's previous glory. If you're in the area and need a haven to unwind for a night or three look no further and immerse yourself in the experience. We were only disappointed we couldn't stay longer.
Set in Ballater and with Balmoral Castle reachable within 18 km, Alexandra Hotel offers a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.
Grant
Canada
This was the best Scottish breakfast we've had yet. It seems the further we get from Edinburgh, the better as far as breakfasts go. The location was perfect for visiting Balmoral. A quiet village with all you'd want. We ate at the pub and had a few drinks. The food was terrific.
The Commercial Hotel in Tarland provides accommodation with a garden and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers a restaurant onsite, room service and luggage storage space.
Suki
United Kingdom
Everything.
Good breakfast
Great dinner menu
Comfortable bed
Quiet 😁
Situated in Tarland and with Balmoral Castle reachable within 34 km, Aberdeen Arms Hotel Tarland features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar.
You can glimpse majestic ospreys plunging into the loch, relax in the sumptuous spa, or take on two 9-hole golf courses amidst idyllic scenery at The Lodge.
Located in Ballater, within 17 km of Balmoral Castle and 46 km of CairnGorm National Park, St Andrews House provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for...
Ian
United Kingdom
A friendly welcome, early check in and a lovely house with a very nice room and excellent breakfast
Dinnet is lovely, very small village with stunning...
Dinnet is lovely, very small village with stunning countryside. A lovely place to stay particularly in summer months and to explore by walking, cycling or driving.
It is very rural and use of a car advantageous to explore surrounding area, eating out etc.
Access to taxis is limited although believe there are buses. Not there long enough to explore further as there for an event.
Emily
10
Scored 10
The cheerful smiley welcome.
The cheerful smiley welcome.
The lack of rush and noise everywhere. The place simply did what it does very well - a warm, quiet, friendly place with pleasant rooms, an imaginative menu offering a variety of food which must suit most. people, superbly cooked and presented by jolly staff.
William
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Beautiful small village, quite and peaceful but with a hotel...
Beautiful small village, quite and peaceful but with a hotel/bar if you need it. Within easy striking distance of shopping/restaurant facilities and close to all the natural beauty which surrounds.
The Lodge is in a beautiful location on the edge of woodland and a short distance from Loch Kinord. For up to 4 people, the Lodge is spacious, quiet, reasonably comfortable and adequately equipped. There is a good hot water system and heating. There are 4 electric car charging points in the car parking area.
Lodge was comfortable, in a very pleasant position on the edge of the woods and was very conveniently located for us as visitors to Deeside Gliding Club. Although the Lodge had no washing machine, the hotel provided a good washing service at reasonable cost. The shower in the Lodge was excellent.
Great location near Loch Kinrod, beautiful trails right from historic hotel. Most excellent dinner, comfortable fireplace/bar seating, exceptional owner host/hostess. Good mix of beautiful historic and new updated features. Lots to do for many days in outdoors.
The hotel has a very friendly atmosphere and our room was very comfortable and clean. The staff were always on hand and were relaxed and very welcoming. Dinner was delicious and we were hard pushed to eat an equally tasty breakfast the following mornings!
Beautiful area and the photos don't do the hotel justice. Beautiful porches/balconies, great location for Balmoral or outdoor recreation.
Breakfast was terrific and the staff was attentive to our every need.
Hope to come and stay here again soon!
Conveniently situated just 20 minutes from Balmoral Castle, this hotel is everything you can wish for a comfortable short stay: cosy room with clean shower, nice restaurant on the ground floor and nice staff who’s helpful with everything.
Our satisfaction is regisetered above. Unusually, and unlike the majorityn of hotels that we have stayed in, we were impressed by the attention to detail. Everything worked! The staff were attentive, friendly and helpful.
Location is beautiful. Lodge is well equipped and reasonably comfortable. Few facilities in Dinnet bur within easy each of Aboyne and Ballater for shopping and eating. Great base for touring the area.
The hotel is like a family house, everything makes you feel comfortable and welcome. The restaurant, the bar as well as the rooms make one feel completely at home.
Quiet hotel half hour drive from Braemar and the Cairngorm mountains. Nothing flashy, looks like it was once a good small hotel but feels a it tired now.
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