Title: Balmoral Arms Hotel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 ## Photo gallery for Balmoral Arms ![Fireplace - Balmoral Arms (Ballater)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1430000/1422400/1422395/f7e006f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Food and drink - Balmoral Arms (Ballater)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1430000/1422400/1422395/3d9f0c78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Balmoral Arms (Ballater)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1430000/1422400/1422395/220fafa7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premium Suite - Balmoral Arms (Ballater)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1430000/1422400/1422395/28da6d77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Balmoral Arms (Ballater)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1430000/1422400/1422395/8399fee3.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. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Bar - 24/7 front desk - Room service - Pet-friendly ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 14 - Dec. 15](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=1422395&PinnedHotelID=1422395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=1422395&PinnedHotelID=1422395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 15 - Dec. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=1422395&PinnedHotelID=1422395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=1422395&PinnedHotelID=1422395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 19 - Dec. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=1422395&PinnedHotelID=1422395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=1422395&PinnedHotelID=1422395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 26 - Dec. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=1422395&PinnedHotelID=1422395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=1422395&PinnedHotelID=1422395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 8 of 8 rooms ### View all photos for Classic Double Room ![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 Private bathroom Shower/tub combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Daily housekeeping Laptop workspace Desk - 167 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Classic Twin Room ![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 Private bathroom Shower/tub combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Daily housekeeping Laptop workspace Desk - 124 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Cosy Double Room ![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 Private bathroom Shower/tub combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Daily housekeeping Laptop workspace Desk - 133 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Classic King Room ![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 Private bathroom Shower/tub combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Daily housekeeping Laptop workspace Desk - 131 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Classic King/Twin Room ![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 Private bathroom Shower/tub combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Daily housekeeping Laptop workspace Desk - 131 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Feature Double/King ![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 Bathrobes Private bathroom Shower/tub combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Daily housekeeping Laptop workspace - 133 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Junior Suite ![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 Bathrobes Private bathroom Shower/tub combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - 255 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Premium Suite ![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 Bathrobes Private bathroom Shower/tub combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - 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[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 ![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 - Cairngorms National Park \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - 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 - Balmoral Castle \- 14 min drive \- 15.4 km #### Getting around - Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 62 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Keiller Lounge - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Balmoral Bar - ‬3 min walk - ‪Keiller Brasserie - ‬3 min drive - ‪brown sugar café - ‬2 min walk - ‪Clachan Grill - ‬4 min walk ## 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), concierge services, and a reception hall - Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage - 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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Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.4 Exceptional 546 reviews CA $229 CA $274 total includes taxes & fees Dec 24 - Dec 25 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&selected=22480&PinnedHotelID=22480&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### 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? ### How much does it cost to stay at Balmoral Arms? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Balmoral Arms? ### What time is check-out at Balmoral Arms? ### Where is Balmoral Arms located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Balmoral Arms Reviews ## 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) 10 - Excellent 167 8 - Good 88 6 - Okay 45 4 - Poor 9 2 - Terrible 10 ### 8.8/10 Cleanliness ### 8.8/10 Staff & service ### 8.8/10 Amenities ### 8.2/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.6/10 Eco-friendliness ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### barry Dec 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful rooms and public areas, great food and very welcoming and helpful staff ##### barry Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Irene Dec 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Superb hotel. Friendly staff. Great rooms. Just perfect ##### Irene Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jillian Nov 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent two-night stay at the Balmoral Arms. Impeccable service, beautifully furnished rooms and top-notch dining. An ideal base for exploring Royal Deeside. Highly recommend! ##### Jillian Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 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 #### 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 #### 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 #### 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 #### 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 #### 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 #### 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 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Margaret Sep 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### One night stay Fantastic, helpful, friendly reception staff. Great location in centre of town. Easy on street parking. ##### Margaret Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Andrew Nov 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Small room but nicely appointed. Staff pleasant and helpful. Check in was very slow because of a large needy group in front of us and no back up. Nice restaurant but limited menu with two main courses unavailable by 7.30pm. Breakfast ran out of croissants by 8.30 two consecutive days. Poor planning. ##### Andrew Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy May 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wonderful staff and charming hotel with a great bar. Several good restaurants nearby. ##### Nancy Stayed 2 nights in May 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 #### 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 #### 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 #### 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 #### 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 #### 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 #### 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 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danny Dec 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Lovely hotel, perfect location & staff both on reception for check in / out & bar staff were friendly & chatty, will definitely be back. ##### Danny Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 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 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Margaret W. Mar 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I can't say how wonder this hotel is; I would recommend it to anyone. From the staff to the property to the amenities, this is a top-notch hotel. ##### Margaret W. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Gayle Apr 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Welcoming staff. Room good size. Convenient location. Breakfast very nice. ##### Gayle Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Naomi Sep 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Big, old hotel with lots of character, lovely staff and plenty of space in lounges, restaurants and bars. ##### Naomi Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [No Man's Fort](https://www.expedia.ca/Portsmouth-Hotels-No-Mans-Fort.h11536410.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure Northampton](https://www.expedia.ca/Northampton-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Northampton-Town-Centre.h12543.Hotel-Information) > > [Old Course Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Andrews-Hotels-Old-Course-Hotel.h522846.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Hamilton Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Hamilton-Park.h33810078.Hotel-Information) > > [The Green Hotel Golf & Leisure Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Kinross-Hotels-The-Green-Hotel-Golf-Leisure-Resort.h1130671.Hotel-Information) > > [Pinewood Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Ibstock-Hotels-Pinewood-Lodge.h17183221.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Peterborough](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Peterborough-Marriott-Hotel.h691233.Hotel-Information) > > [Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Bloc-Hotel-London-Gatwick-Airport.h6594190.Hotel-Information) > > [Heated indoor pool & spa, countryside holiday cottage near the beach & park](https://www.expedia.ca/Hastings-Hotels-Heated-Indoor-Pool-Spa.h18971402.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h20753.Hotel-Information) > > [Bonkle House](https://www.expedia.ca/Wishaw-Hotels-Bonkle-House.h15996183.Hotel-Information) > > [Pennyhill Park Hotel And Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Bagshot-Hotels-Pennyhill-Park-Hotel-And-Spa.h517256.Hotel-Information) > > [Windermere Manor Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Windermere-Hotels-Windermere-Manor-Hotel.h22280374.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Travelodge-Gatwick-Airport-Central.h10160516.Hotel-Information) > > [Uig Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Portree-Hotels-Uig-Hotel.h2261957.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Hamilton by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hamilton.h1889137.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury Beach House Rental with Hot Tub, 30 meters to Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Looe-Hotels-Luxury-Beach-House-Rental-With-Hot-Tub.h27313935.Hotel-Information) > > [The Stirling Highland Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Stirling-Hotels-The-Stirling-Highland-Hotel.h558482.Hotel-Information) > > [The Harlow Hotel By AccorHotels](https://www.expedia.ca/Harlow-Hotels-The-Harlow-Hotel-By-AccorHotels.h950.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson BLU Hotel Durham](https://www.expedia.ca/Durham-Hotels-Radisson-BLU-Hotel-Durham.h2226171.Hotel-Information) > > [Days Inn by Wyndham Hamilton](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-Hamilton.h3924670.Hotel-Information) > > [JA Mar Hall Scotland](https://www.expedia.ca/Bishopton-Hotels-Mar-Hall-Golf-Spa-Resort.h1077249.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Inn by Radisson Peterborough](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Peterborough.h2254377.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Glasgow Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Paisley-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Glasgow-Airport.h519994.Hotel-Information) > > [Unique Luxury Escapes](https://www.expedia.ca/Diss-Hotels-Unique-Luxury-Escapes.h29745570.Hotel-Information) > > [Atholl Palace Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Pitlochry-Hotels-Atholl-Palace-Hotel.h63637.Hotel-Information) > > [Perle Oban Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Oban-Hotels-Perle-Oban-Hotel-Spa.h993007.Hotel-Information) > > [The Garrison](https://www.expedia.ca/Fort-William-Hotels-The-Garrison.h24101351.Hotel-Information)