Located in Ballater and with Balmoral Castle reachable within 11 miles, Alexandra Hotel has a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.
Karen
United States of America
It was very convenient to the area, and the hosts were helpful and kind. We had a wonderful dinner while we stayed, enjoyed the lamb and fish & chips. Breakfast was also very tasty, really nice coffee. The bed was comfy and everything in the room was great.
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 sports activities in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire.
Gwyneth
United States of America
Needed to adjust room, no problem and very good. Food is excellent. They have a good variety and nice selection of options.
The Commercial Hotel in Tarland provides accommodations with a garden and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers a restaurant onsite, room service and luggage storage space.
Damien
United States of America
On site restaurant and bar. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Food was excellent
Located in Tarland and with Balmoral Castle reachable within 21 miles, Aberdeen Arms Hotel Tarland has express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar.
Darla
United States of America
Staff very friendly and helpful, great homey atmosphere in the bar area, room was good size with TV, micro, mini fridge, kettle and private bathroom with shower.
Howe of Torbeg provides glamping accommodations near Ballater, within the Cairngorms National Park. Guests can use the property's Kadai fire bowls for BBQs and evenings around the fire.
Amanda
United States of America
I loved how many stars you could see and appreciated the provided camp chairs and towels.
The Commercial Hotel in Tarland provides accommodations with a garden and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers a restaurant onsite, room service and luggage storage space.
breakfast was good.
staff efficient.
staff welcoming
Located in Millton of Clova, 19 miles from Glamis Castle, Glen Clova Hotel & Luxury Lodges provides accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
Tranquil and relaxing location and beautiful room.
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 sports activities in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire.
Friendly staff, comfy bed, nice balcony, lovely bar.
Located in Tarland and with Balmoral Castle reachable within 21 miles, Aberdeen Arms Hotel Tarland has express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar.
The staff was lovely .the hotel was more than adequate.
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Scored 4.0
4.0
The entrance closes at 4 p.m., so if one has a longer...
The entrance closes at 4 p.m., so if one has a longer distance to arrive there and only stay one night, you cannot walk the grounds, even if you don't want to visit the castle. This should be thought over. For us walking the grounds and taking pictures of the castle from a distance would have been absolutely sufficient.
Rudi Kuiper
Germany
Scored 6.0
6.0
If you have visited other Royal houses and expect the same...
If you have visited other Royal houses and expect the same then you will be disappointed. It is basically a walk through gardens designed to flower in August when visitors are not there and a trip into the ballroom. Beware - hardly any seating for not suitable for elderly or those who need to rest. Very small mews tearoom and currently temporary toilets, but new services are being built. Long walk back to exit with NO seating. Sadly I felt unwell and being unable to rest did not help. I know it's a Royal summer residence but we got the feeling they did not realy want visitors and they were not catered for adequately. Visit Windsor and Sandringham, much nicer!
Louise
United Kingdom
Scored 10
10
As beautiful as I thought it would be.
As beautiful as I thought it would be. I was stunned by the massive girth of some of the trees and their incredible heights. The King is now planting many more trees and redoing the formal gardens. Since he has an incredible sense of design, the gardens will be spectacular in a few years. I loved the walks around the estate and all the informational signs explaining the history of buildings and traditions. The estate has done a marvelous job.
Kathryn
United States of America
Scored 6.0
6.0
Grounds were disappointing and need tidying up.
Grounds were disappointing and need tidying up. Although the Royals use this for their late summer retreat, it is open for long periods to the paying public and activities to keep tidy should not be geared to the Royals arriving .
However, the surrounding area is stunning
Steve
United Kingdom
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Outstanding place. Beautifully decorated, very clean, comfortable beds, huge bedrooms and bathroom, delicious breakfast! Close to Balmoral Castle, hiking, Ballater.
It was a nice setting in a great location, especially for visiting Balmoral Castle. Enjoyed the atmosphere of the hotel and the resident pooch, Sheera.
There was so much to like here. The room was a nice size and comfortable. The breakfast was fantastic and they had excellent gluten free options. The location in Ballater was walking distance to everything. Ballater itself was lovely and so close to Balmoral Castle. Helen had some great suggestions too that were really helpful. We highly recommend and would stay there again.
Hotel is a beautiful late 19th century mansion located close to Balmoral castle and steps away from a Cambus O'may suspension bridge. The staff was very friendly, rooms are clean. Breakfast had a good selection of food.
This was just a lovely place to stay in such a beautiful little town. It was easy to find, the check in was easy and the owners were tremendous. Our rooms were fabulous. The breakfast was amazing and the owners were so helpful and gracious. They gave us tips for our stay there. It is close to Balmoral Castle. Our whole group would recommend to everyone.
Walking distance to almost everything I needed in the village shopping area. The proximity to Balmoral Castle really surprised me too. Well manicured and very quiet neighbourhood, exactly what I wanted for a good break. Full marks to the self-catering facilities and cottage arrangement.
The location was great, right be hind the Main Street in Ballater. And very convenient to go hiking and to see Balmoral castle. The flat was bigger than I expected with a kitchen, sitting area, and two good size bedrooms. Plenty of space for a family of four.
Jessica
United States of America
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