The Deeside Hotel, Ballater
EnglishThe Deeside Hotel | |
| 45 Braemar Road, AB35 5RQ, Ballater | GBP 100 - 100 |
| Score from 9 reviews: 8.675 / 10 | |
 Recommended in the Good Hotel Guide 2008, this late Victorian residence is set within an acre of grounds in picturesque Ballater, Royal Deeside. Comfortable rooms are individually decorated, all with en suite bathrooms. Most double rooms have king-size beds, one of which is a four-poster. There are 2 rooms located on the ground floor, offering easy access. The south facing conservatory restaurant offers fine Scottish cuisine that draws from fresh, locally sourced free range or organic produce. The Victorian greenhouse and vegetable gardens provide many of the herbs, fruit and vegetables used in the kitchen. There is a wide selection of wines to accompany your meal. The bar, with its log fires and leather sofas, offers a cosy, relaxing space in which to unwind with a drink. Choose from over 40 whiskies and real ale on tap. Check availability
Hotel Facilities General: Parking (fee required), Restaurant, Bar, Newspapers, Garden, Family Rooms, Free Parking, Heating, Luggage Storage, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking. Services: Room Service, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Breakfast in the Room, Internet Services, Bicycle Rental, Packed Lunches, Fax/Photocopying, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included. Activities: Golf Course (within 3 km), Fishing, Skiing, Library, Hiking. Room information Complimentary mineral water, cafetiere coffee, herbal teas, homemade biscuits and Fair Trade hot chocolate are provided in the rooms. Area information The Deeside Hotel Ballater is surrounded by beautiful scenery with mountain and riverside walks literally at your doorstep. Local attractions include: Balmoral Castle (6 miles) - royal residence since 1852. Braemar (10 miles) - famous for its Highland Games, held every summer. Craigievar Castle (14 miles) - set within beautiful grounds, this fairy-tale castle displays Scottish Baronial architecture at its finest. Aviemor (30 miles) - Scotland's main ski resort. Travel information The hotel is positioned directly off the A93, Braemar Road. From Aberdeen: - Follow the A93 west for Ballater. - Drive through the village centre and the hotel is found on the left hand side. From Perth: - Follow the A93 north for Blairgowrie/Braemar/Ballater. - The hotel is on the right hand side as you enter the village. Important information Secure rod and cycle storage is available. Cancellation policy Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 30 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled up to 7 days before date of arrival, the first night will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged. Children and Extra Bed Policy: All children are welcome. All children under 2 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. There is no capacity for extra beds in the room. Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 1. Deposit Policy: No deposit will be charged. VAT and city/tourist taxes: VAT is included. Service charge is included. City/tourist tax is not applicable. Internet: Wireless internet is available in public areas and is free of charge. Meal Plan: Full English breakfast is included in the room rate. Parking: Free Public parking is possible on site. Pets: Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable. The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival. |