Title: Balmoral Arms - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Balmoral Arms Hotel with free parking, steps from Ballater Golf Club ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1430000/1422400/1422395/f7e006f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1430000/1422400/1422395/220fafa7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1430000/1422400/1422395/8399fee3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1430000/1422400/1422395/48f4e920.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1430000/1422400/1422395/30d94edb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Balmoral Arms in central Ballater offers an upscale experience with thoughtful touches. Enjoy the restaurant and bar after exploring. Free WiFi in public spaces, luggage storage, and helpful concierge services ensure a hassle-free stay. 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - - - Bar - 24/7 front desk - Room service - Pet-friendly ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 29 - Oct. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=1422395&PinnedHotelID=1422395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=1422395&PinnedHotelID=1422395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 30 - Oct. 31](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=1422395&PinnedHotelID=1422395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=1422395&PinnedHotelID=1422395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 31 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=1422395&PinnedHotelID=1422395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=1422395&PinnedHotelID=1422395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=1422395&PinnedHotelID=1422395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=1422395&PinnedHotelID=1422395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 8 of 8 rooms ![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1430000/1422400/1422395/af80cfe1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Double Room 9.4 Exceptional 9 reviews ### Highlights Flat-screen TV Shower/tub combination Private bathroom Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Desk Pet friendly Laptop workspace - 167 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1430000/1422400/1422395/2a9b6b21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Twin Room 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Flat-screen TV Shower/tub combination Private bathroom Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Desk Pet friendly Laptop workspace - 124 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1430000/1422400/1422395/7c8c4339.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Cosy Double Room 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews ### Highlights Flat-screen TV Shower/tub combination Private bathroom Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Desk Pet friendly Laptop workspace - 133 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1430000/1422400/1422395/af80cfe1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic King Room 8.4 Very good 6 reviews ### Highlights Flat-screen TV Shower/tub combination Private bathroom Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Desk Pet friendly Laptop workspace - 131 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1430000/1422400/1422395/af80cfe1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic King/Twin Room 8.6 Excellent 4 reviews ### Highlights Flat-screen TV Shower/tub combination Private bathroom Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Desk Pet friendly Laptop workspace - 131 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds ![Feature Double/King](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1430000/1422400/1422395/6e13e580.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Feature Double/King 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Flat-screen TV Shower/tub combination Private bathroom Bathrobes Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Desk Pet friendly - 133 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1430000/1422400/1422395/d31b7a19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Junior Suite ### Highlights Separate sitting area Flat-screen TV Shower/tub combination Private bathroom Bathrobes Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Desk - 255 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Premium Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1430000/1422400/1422395/28da6d77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Suite ### Highlights Separate sitting area Flat-screen TV Shower/tub combination Private bathroom Bathrobes Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Desk - 293 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBallater-Hotels-The-Deeside-Inn.h1422395.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBallater-Hotels-The-Deeside-Inn.h1422395.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Ballater, Balmoral Arms is in the mountains and in a national park. Balmoral Castle and Braemar Castle are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ballater Golf Club and Royal Lochnagar Distillery. Cairngorms National Park and Glenshee Ski Centre are two other places to visit that come recommended. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby. [Visit our Ballater travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Ballater.dx4321) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C57.04808%2C-3.04034&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=dpPJG7foKOzwh0F1UsRpVjHw0Dg=) 13-15 Victoria Road, Ballater, Scotland, AB35 5RA ### What's nearby - Ballater Library - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Victoria and Albert Halls - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Ballater Golf Club - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Cairngorms National Park - 12 min drive - 16.2 km - Balmoral Castle - 12 min drive - 15.4 km ### Getting around - Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 62 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Keiller Lounge - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Bothy - ‬3 min walk - ‪brown sugar café - ‬2 min walk - ‪The Balmoral Bar - ‬3 min walk - ‪Keiller Brasserie - ‬3 min drive ## About this property ### Balmoral Arms Upscale hotel near Ballater Golf Club Balmoral Arms provides amenities like a bar and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self parking - Full breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage, and smoke-free premises - Concierge services, a reception hall, and a 24-hour front desk - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff Room features All guestrooms at Balmoral Arms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like room service. 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Available in all rooms: Internet access - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free offsite parking - Free self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Weekend full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 20 to 20 per person - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - The Dining Room ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - In a national park - In the mountains ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Handrails in stairways - Stair-free path to entrance - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Visual alarms in hallways - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk ### More - 1 building - 3 floors - Reception hall - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Room service ### More - Desk - Iron/ironing board on request - Laptop workspace ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM Contactless check-in available Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; 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 Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 20 to 20 per person - Pet fee: GBP 25 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; cash is not accepted ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### National rating This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland. ### Property is also known as Deeside Ballater Deeside Inn Deeside Inn Ballater The Deeside Hotel Ballater The Deeside Inn Ballater, Scotland The Deeside Inn Balmoral Arms Hotel Balmoral Arms Ballater Balmoral Arms Hotel Ballater ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Balmoral Arms pet-friendly? > Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much does it cost to stay at Balmoral Arms? > As of Oct 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Balmoral Arms on Nov 5, 2025 start from CA $165.91, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Ballater-Hotels-The-Deeside-Inn.h1422395.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Balmoral Arms? > Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free. ### What time is check-in at Balmoral Arms? > Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Balmoral Arms? > Check-out is at 11 AM. ### Where is Balmoral Arms located? > Situated in a national park, this hotel is steps from Ballater Golf Club, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Cairngorms National Park and Balmoral Castle. Royal Lochnagar Distillery and Braemar Castle are also within 20 mi (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Balmoral Arms Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ### 8.8 Staff & service ### 8.6 Eco-friendliness ### 8.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 157 8 - Good 87 6 - Okay 43 4 - Poor 9 2 - Terrible 10 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane Oct 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Lovely place with kind staff ##### Jane Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Kerry Oct 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent food, good parking, Ballater wonderful town, we will be back. ##### Kerry Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### December Sep 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean room, walking distance to shops, pubs and restaurants. ##### December Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Giuseppe Oct 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice room. Very professional staff. Excellent dinner. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e2f496e9-ab3d-497f-8b3d-9f5dc738fed3-1760037341441.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Giuseppe Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edwina Sep 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great breakfast and dinner, great sleep, great service from the staff. They made my pup feel very welcome throughout the hotel. ##### Edwina Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Siri Sep 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff are extremely kind and helpful, property is lovely. Highly recommended . ##### Siri Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rui Aug 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wonderful place! Beautiful decor, clean and comfy room and the restaurant staff really looked after my coeliac needs - had a great breakfast both mornings we were there. ##### Rui Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andre Jul 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Cozy and charming with a great restaurant and bar. ##### Andre Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Gillian Aug 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Lovely boutique hotel appropriate for this part of the world ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/bb879388-135c-41c6-ab9b-76b138625a0e-1754558748855.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d5c0e9f9-2da1-4ea7-aaf4-5f28767a00d4-1754558746843.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4c1920f3-4281-4245-8d1a-d66f5bb72197-1754558748895.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/80dfd47a-c852-4359-bcf3-719c540b5af3-1754558747314.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Gillian Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jill Sep 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff is very accommodating. The front desk gave us driving directions and some outstanding places to visit along our drive. ##### Jill Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diana Jun 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We had a wonderful stay! ##### Diana Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew Aug 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Outstanding highlands Inn, wonderful meal, superb room and knowledgeable staff. I wish we had stayed longer! ##### Matthew Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martha D. Sep 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This beautiful hotel located in a charming victorian town was a wonderful place to stay. The staff that were present were lovely and very helpful, however, the dining room service was quite slow. It was clear that the restaurant is understaffed. All that aside, the food was delicious and our room was very comfortable and attractive. We loved our stay here and would highly recommend it to our friends. ##### Martha D. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine Sep 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely old Inn with great updates. Comfortable. Excellent dinner and included breakfast. No onsite but very nearby parking. In center of town. Lots of old world charm and extremely friendly staff ##### Christine Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John May 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Really nice place to stay. We had dinner and breakfast at the hotel and both were excellent. ##### John Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laurence Jul 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Pleasant hotel right in the town near the river. Plenty of parking in a lot across the street. Good meals in the restaurant. ##### Laurence Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steven May 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This was a very nice hotel in Ballater. We enjoyed our stay there and the staff was wonderful. ##### Steven Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole Jun 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful property. Highly recommend! Gorgeous area. ##### Nicole Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Izzy Oct 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities The room was very noisy during the night due to an electrical transform, situated outside, humming loudly. Could clearly gear folk type music from 06:30. Uncertain where it was coming from. Not appreciated due to the poor night's sleep. Requested scrambled eggs and salmon at breakfast. The salmon was tasty but the "scrambled eggs" was a chopped up omelette and very oily. ##### Izzy Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth Jun 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had a lovely two night stay at the Balmoral Arms. Fiona in particular was a standout—warm and welcoming, and extremely helpful in assisting with dining reservations We hope to be back some day! ##### Elizabeth Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew Apr 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Exceptionally friendly welcome . Great food and accommodation in a stunning setting ##### Andrew Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Phillip May 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### We recommend Excellent service, friendly staff, good food. ##### Phillip Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Norman Sep 12, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The carpets on the ground floor are meant to give the appearance of antique, but they are filthy and threadbare. Breakfast waitresses on Wed 10th, were mostly missing, and (worse ) inattentive. Three different ones had to be summoned, to bring 1). salt & pepper 2).a spoon for the fruit servery 3) a plate for the croissants area 4). fresh coffee. At no time were there more than twelve diners in the room. ##### Norman Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alana May 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Staff was friendly and super accommodating. Room was spacious and comfortable. Luggage assistance would help a lot though. ##### Alana Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Deborah Jun 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Had a good sleep. The rooms are so small small bed & bathroom. 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