The Best Hotels Closest to Ballochbuie Forest in Ballater for 2026

Our top choices for Ballochbuie Forest hotels

Braemar Youth Hostel

4.7 km from Ballochbuie Forest

Yuvasree

₩155,161 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 7 - Jun 8

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland

17.7 km from Ballochbuie Forest

tony

₩370,662 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 4 - Jun 5

Balmoral Arms

18.1 km from Ballochbuie Forest

Laura

₩356,950 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 1 - Jun 2

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Top Ballochbuie Forest Hotel Reviews

Balmoral Arms

10/10 Excellent

"This was a beautiful, cosy place to stay. Staff were super friendly and the lobby, guest areas and pub and restaurant were beautiful and welcoming. I would definitely stay again!"

Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel

6/10 Okay

"Our check in staff were quite rude, though the young man who checked us out was very nice. We had booked two rooms and one was pretty good, the other had a broken shower and housekeeping failed to leave any amenities. When the desk was called, no one answered. The property is within walking distance to town and hiking in the Cairngorms, which was really nice. Our first morning of breakfast was disappointing as they didn’t have several items ready, but the second morning was good. Overall, very inconsistent."

Scotlands Spa Hotel

8/10 Good

"Overall the hotel needs a good clean and some maintenance in the pool area. The window sills in the main lobby/bar area have hundreds of dead fly's on them. Obviously not cleaned in a while. Some of the pool chairs are mouldy and the walls are all peeling. The changing room lockers are poor. The rooms were clean enough and the pool was nice and warm. The hotel has so much potential if a wee bit of money was spent on it. Location is great. Rooms are not quiet and you can hear people in other rooms talking. Can hear people walking in rooms above. Not the best night's sleep."

Atholl Palace Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is in a spectacular setting, and the grounds are extensive, as befits a grand building from the 19th century. Inside the decor is in keeping with the overall look and feel of the building, and it's easy to imagine the guests dressed up for meals and other activities. A few things to note - those needing handicap access or an easier means for porting their luggage in or out, have no accommodation at the front door, but rather have to find the (somewhat) hidden notice off to one side of the entrance, which brings you into the hotel beyond the reception desk. In terms of actual indoor property maintenance, there were several relatively minor issues in my room and the hallway outside - including badly squeaking hinges in the hallway that could have been lubricated, a towel rack that didn't heat (bad heating element), a room door that never latched when leaving the room (unless windows were opened), and a step up to the bathroom that should have been marked with tape or other type of contrasting color border. To offset those items, it should be noted that the hotel staff was incredibly responsive - addressing these issues as soon as reasonably possibly. On the plus side, the grounds were magnificent and very well tended. Additionally, if you chose to walk into Pitlochry and found yourself too tired to make it back to the hotel on foot, you could call the front desk and they would send their van driver to pick you up. Overall, I'd give them an 8 out of 10."

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland

10/10 Excellent

"We loved the hotel and the grounds, we had a balcony and we were able to see squirrels, rabbits, all sorts of birds…even pheasant. The suite was so spacious and relaxing. The restaurant and bar were great and all the wait staff so friendly. We found the location very convenient for car day trips and walks to the village. We would definitely recommend this property."

The Boat Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful pub and accommodation. Staff were exceptional and couldn’t do enough to help. They all had such genuine smiles and welcomes. Food was lovely and the pub had great character. Whilst our room was small with very limited storage it was sufficient for our needs and clean and welcoming. The bathroom was lovely. A superb stay and would totally recommend."

Hotels near other Ballochbuie Forest attractions

Braemar Castle

4.4/5 (5 reviews)

Braemar Castle is just one of the places to see in Ballater, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the restaurants and bars.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ballochbuie Forest?

Ballochbuie Forest is located in a welcoming area of Ballater that travelers like for its bars and restaurants. You'll find 18 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Ballochbuie Forest?

Braemar Lodge Cabins is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this cabin offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Ballochbuie Forest. Other good options around the area include Balmoral Arms and Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Ballochbuie Forest?

Expedia has 18 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Ballochbuie Forest.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ballochbuie Forest, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Ballochbuie Forest.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Ballochbuie Forest?

For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Ballochbuie Forest, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Ballochbuie Forest?

Sights like Balmoral Castle and Braemar Highland Games Centre highlight some of the local culture. You might plan a visit to Braemar Golf Club or Royal Lochnagar Distillery while you're in the area. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you can plan a visit to Braemar Castle and Lochnagar.

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Our top choices for Ballochbuie Forest hotels

Braemar Youth Hostel

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland

Balmoral Arms

Top Ballochbuie Forest Hotel Reviews

Balmoral Arms

Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel

Coylumbridge Resort Hotel

The Pitlochry Hydro Hotel

Dalmunzie Castle Hotel

Scotlands Spa Hotel

Atholl Palace Hotel

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland

The Boat Inn

Hotels near other Ballochbuie Forest attractions

Braemar Castle

Lochnagar

Balmoral Castle

Glenfiddich

Braemar Golf Club

Braemar Highland Games Centre

Royal Lochnagar Distillery

Knock Gallery

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