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Balmoral Arms

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13-15 Victoria Road, Ballater, AB35 5RA, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map
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Balmoral Arms
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Pets allowed Restaurant Private bathroom Free WiFi Shower Flat-screen TV Family rooms Non-smoking rooms Facilities for disabled guests Golf course (within 3 km)

About this property

Balmoral Arms is situated in village of Ballater, in the centre of Royal Deeside. The property offers open log fires and free WiFi.

Each room at Balmoral Arms a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities.

Balmoral Arms offers meals in the bar, and an a la carte and grill menu in the restaurant.

Ballater is situated on the River Dee, and is surrounded by views of The Cairngorms National Park. It is a 15-minute drive from Balmoral Castle and the holiday home of the British Royal Family.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

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Languages spoken

English

Availability

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Couples particularly like this property — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

House rules

For the Half Board rates, there will be a £25 dinner allowance per person from a la carte menu.

Please note that pets can be accommodated at the property for an additional charge of £20 per day.

When booking up to 5 room, different policies and cancellation terms may apply.

Smoking

Not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed

Children

Children of all ages are welcome.

Groups

When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Accepted payment methods

Credit card CVC required

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

• Please inform Balmoral Arms in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

• Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Legal information

This property is managed by Balmoral Arms.

Located in Ballater, United Kingdom.

FAQs about Balmoral Arms

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at this property.
Balmoral Arms is 0.2 km from the center of Ballater.
Room options at Balmoral Arms include:
  • Cosy Double Room
  • Classic Double Room
  • Classic Twin Room
  • Classic King or Twin Room
  • Classic King Room
  • Feature Double Room
  • Junior Suite
  • Premium Suite
Yes, couples have rated this property 8.6 for a two-person trip.

Guest reviews

8.6

Very good

1516 reviews

B

Brian

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

1 week ago
9.0
+ Comfortable hotel, nice room, friendly staff and excellent food Comfortable hotel, nice room, friendly staff and excellent food
- The pillows were a little too firm. The taps in the ensuite only produced a trickle of water. On our second morning there were no croissants or orange juice left. We had a 9.15 reservation do it wasn’t late The pillows were a little too firm. The taps in the ensuite only produced a trickle of water. On our second morning...

young couple · Classic Double Room

G

Gregor

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

1 week ago
8.0
+ We had a great breakfast 2 mornings in a row. Dinner was also of high quality. The room was exceptionally clean. We had a great breakfast 2 mornings in a row. Dinner was also of high quality. The room was exceptionally clean.
- They were suffering from staff being off ill, so service was a bit slow in the restaurant but they were very apologetic. Fiona in particular was working very hard to make up for the staff shortage. They were suffering from staff being off ill, so service was a bit slow in the restaurant but they were very apologet...

young couple · Classic King or Twin Room

Facilities of Balmoral Arms

Non-smoking rooms Restaurant Facilities for disabled guests Internet services Family rooms Tea/Coffee maker Bar

Food & Drink

  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
  • Physical distancing in dining areas

Internet

  • Internet services

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping

Business Facilities

  • Fax/photocopying

Safety & Security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
  • Live music/performance
  • Horse riding
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Skiing
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)

Kitchen

  • Ski storage

Health & Safety

  • Access to health care professionals
  • First aid kit available
  • Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Transportation

  • Board games/puzzles

Other

  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Cashless payment available
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus

Guest reviews for Balmoral Arms

8.6

Very good

1516 reviews

All reviews verified

Categories

Staff 8.9
Facilities 8.3
Cleanliness 8.6
Comfort 8.8
Value for money 7.7
Location 9.4
Free Wifi 9.1

Score distribution

Superb
757
Good
562
Okay
123
Poor
53
Very poor
21

Scores by traveler type

With friends 9.3
Families 8.6
Couples 8.6
Business travelers 8.7
Solo travelers 8.7

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Guest reviews

B

Brian

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9.0
Classic Double Room Classic Double Room 1 week ago young couple
+ Comfortable hotel, nice room, friendly staff and excellent food
− The pillows were a little too firm. The taps in the ensuite only produced a trickle of water. On our second morning there were no croissants or orange juice left. We had a 9.15 reservation do it wasn’t late
G

Gregor

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8.0
Classic King or Twin Room Classic King or Twin Room 1 week ago young couple
+ We had a great breakfast 2 mornings in a row. Dinner was also of high quality. The room was exceptionally clean.
− They were suffering from staff being off ill, so service was a bit slow in the restaurant but they were very apologetic. Fiona in particular was working very hard to make up for the staff shortage.
E

Elizabeth

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9.0
Classic King or Twin Room Classic King or Twin Room 1 week ago young couple
+ There were many options to choose from.
A

Anna

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9.0
Classic King or Twin Room Classic King or Twin Room 2 weeks ago young couple
+ Great location - good breakfast
− Nothing. We didn’t pre book for dinner and when we checked in they told us they were full and had no tables. So recommend you book for food if you want to eat at hotel
C

Caroline

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9.0
Classic King or Twin Room Classic King or Twin Room 2 weeks ago family with young children
+ The rooms and beds were very comfortable. Lots of lovely hot water for a bath. Really tasty breakfast. Big lounge to relax in.
− Although rooms and public areas were very clean and well decorated, corridor doors let down the place a little - quite dirty.