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In The Heart Of The Victorian Village Of Ballater

Traditional country inn, a place where nature, heritage and style come together

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Welcome to Balmoral Arms

Featuring luxurious rooms and suites, our traditional countryside inn in Ballater features cosy suites and locally inspired cuisine.

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Stay

Enjoy a quaint stay in Royal Deeside, with our rooms and suites offering a blend of sizes and styles to suit every stay.

Contemporary interiors hint at our Victorian heritage in some rooms, with Highland hues in others. Rooms and suites offer simple comfort and welcome touches for those spending more time outside than in. Family dogs are also made to feel at home.

Perfect for:

Royal History
Dog-Friendly Travel
Highland Hikes

Close to:

Ballater Railway Station (0.2m)
Balmoral Castle (7.7m)
Braemar Games (16.0m)

Rooms & Suites

Dine

Our classic Scottish brasserie and grill, a true taste of Royal Deeside with local, seasonal cuisine.

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Sample Menu

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The Ghillies Bar, a place to kick off muddy boots and enjoy real ales and hearty bites.

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Afternoon Tea

Afternoon Tea at the Balmoral Arms is a leisurely affair, served by the open fire in the lounge.

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Things To Do

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As a dog-friendly hotel, we welcome you to enjoy the perfect getaway with the whole family. Save up to 40% of your stay.

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Coorie In at Balmoral Arms

After a day of exploring, join us back in our cosy hotel where you can snuggle up with your take-home Tartan Blanket Co. gift.

Cosy up and settle in for a good read.

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How to get here

Directions to Balmoral Arms

Travelling from the south on the A93, follow the road to the centre of Ballater and turn right on to Victoria Road. Balmoral Arms sits on the left hand side of the road. From Aberdeen and the east, follow the A93 into Ballater, driving alongside the River Dee on Tulloch Road.

At the end of Tulloch Road, turn right on to Bridge Street, then take a left turn into Victoria Road, where Balmoral Arms sits on your left. The nearest railway station is Aberdeen. From there you can take the Stagecoach bus to Ballater. For full information on public transport links to and from the area, visit www.travelinescotland.com.