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The Boat Inn

3.5 star property
Comfortable inn near Aboyne Golf Club

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Front of property
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Deluxe Triple Room
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
The price is CA $170
CA $230 total
includes taxes & fees
16 May - 17 May

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Charlestown Rd, Aboyne, Scotland, AB34 5EL
  • Popular LocationAboyne Golf Club20 min walk
  • Popular LocationReflect Spa3 min drive
  • Popular LocationDeeside Activity Park6 min drive
  • AirportAberdeen (ABZ)51 min drive
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Room options

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Twin Room

Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin Room, Balcony

Double or Twin Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Suite, Balcony

Deluxe Suite, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Suite, Bathtub

Deluxe Suite, Bathtub

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Deep soaking bathtub
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, River View

Deluxe Double Room, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room

Deluxe Triple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2019
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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CA $277 total
includes taxes & fees
May 16 - May 17
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About the area

Aboyne

The Boat Inn is located in Aboyne. Aboyne Golf Club and Ballater Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve and Morven. Don't miss out on a visit to Deeside Activity Park. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails and other activities like skiing.
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What's nearby

  • Aboyne Golf Club - 20 min walk
  • Reflect Spa - 3 min drive
  • Deeside Activity Park - 6 min drive
  • Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve - 11 min drive
  • Morven - 35 min drive

Getting around

  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Boat Inn - 1 min walk
  • Corner House Tearoom - 8 min walk
  • Golden House Chinese - 7 min drive
  • Spider on a Bicycle - 9 min walk
  • The Tavern at Huntly Arms - 9 min walk

About this property

The Boat Inn

Inn rejuvenated in 2019 and located near Aboyne Golf Club
Located close to Deeside Activity Park, The Boat Inn provides a terrace, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. The on-site restaurant, The Boat Inn, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, an electric car charging station, and wedding services
  • Outdoor furniture, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and phones

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Boat Inn

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1720
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - June 2019

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between March 4 and April 25.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

The Boat Inn Inn
The Boat Inn Aboyne
The Boat Inn Inn Aboyne

Frequently asked questions

Is The Boat Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this inn allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Boat Inn?

As of May 14, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Boat Inn on May 16, 2024 start from CA $170.24, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Boat Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Boat Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Boat Inn?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Boat Inn located?

Situated in Aboyne, this inn is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Aboyne Golf Club and within 6 mi (10 km) of Deeside Activity Park and The Butterworth Gallery. Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve and Craigievar Castle are also within 12 mi (20 km).

The Boat Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 152 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 152 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 152 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 152 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 152 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
On check in staff were grumpy. Two single beds pushed together is not a double bed. I have stayed here before probably won’t go back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fraser

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic pub with excellent food and rooms, highly recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing ! Fantastic Stay! We will be back !!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed several nights at this lovely inn and the rooms, the service and the food was stellar. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous place, great food, very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is a 5 star on the charming meter! The staff is friendly and welcoming and the restaurant was superb! Rooms have been updated and are clean and comfortable. There is a walking trail along the river that was beautiful. This was the best inn of our trip and we wish we had stayed here longer.

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! Just make dinner reservations!
Absolutely loved the place!!! Easy to get to and lots of parking. EV charging stations!! Our room was fantastic!! Staff was beyond helpful!! Definitely make dinner reservations before you go because the place is very popular and the food is terrific!! Breakfast was a real treat!! You get to order off a menu instead of a buffet!! I had eggs and salmon and my son had full Scottish…we thoroughly enjoyed it and didn’t need to eat again till dinner!!!!!! HIGHLY recommend staying here!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sail Away to The Boat Inn
The only minor point to spoil an otherwise perfect 10, was that the drain in the bedroom shower was partially blocked limiting the time you could shower before the tray filled up! Otherwise a very enjoyable experience, friendly and efficient staff, clean rooms, good food and a choice of three real ales in the bar! What more could you want.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023