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Star Hotel

Star Hotel

Star Hotel
4.0 star property
Kingussie
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (36)
"Lovely staff on front desk and was great having restaurant within the hotel. "
Canada
Sean
The price is 2.713.658 ₫
3.256.390 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Star Hotel
Daily full breakfast (GBP 17.95 per person)
The Bridge of Cally Hotel

The Bridge of Cally Hotel

The Bridge of Cally Hotel
3.0 star property
Blairgowrie
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (134)
"Lovely hotel and very friendly staff. "
United Kingdom
Matthew
The price is 1.963.831 ₫
2.356.597 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
The Bridge of Cally Hotel
Superior Single Room, Ensuite
Cairn Hotel

Cairn Hotel

Cairn Hotel
3.0 star property
Carrbridge
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (502)
"A great place to stay. And they have a good little bar/restaurant inside! "
United States
Jonathan
The price is 4.701.909 ₫
5.642.432 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Cairn Hotel
Exterior
The Poplars Guest House

The Poplars Guest House

The Poplars Guest House
4.0 star property
Pitlochry
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (63)
"Warm welcome, excellent breakfasts,a fresh bottle of water every morning in our room, attention to detail and exceptionally friendly hosts."
United Kingdom
David
The price is 3.710.781 ₫
4.452.937 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
The Poplars Guest House
Children’s play area – outdoor
Douneside House

Douneside House

Douneside House
4.0 star property
Aboyne
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (54)
"Lovely stay, would highly recommend!"
United States
Leslie
The price is 6.171.410 ₫
7.405.692 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Douneside House
Exterior
Nethybridge Hotel

Nethybridge Hotel

Nethybridge Hotel
3.0 star property
Nethy Bridge
7.8 out of 10, Good, (278)
"Beautiful Victorian hotel with partially updated rooms in a country garden setting. Breakfast was exceptional and staff were lovely. "
Canada
Peter
The price is 1.873.640 ₫
2.248.368 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Nethybridge Hotel
Terrace/patio
The Grant Arms Hotel

The Grant Arms Hotel

The Grant Arms Hotel
4.0 star property
Grantown-on-Spey
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (150)
"Loved our stay here! Such a super cute little boutique hotel in a really cute little town. Our room was very spacious and clean. The location was very central/convenient for driving all over the highlands during our stay. "
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is 3.820.279 ₫
4.584.476 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
The Grant Arms Hotel
Serves breakfast and dinner
The Speyside Hotel

The Speyside Hotel

The Speyside Hotel
3.5 star property
Grantown-on-Spey
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (337)
"We absolutely loved staying at the Speyside Hotel. Mark and Lucy made us feel so welcome and they were so accommodating, especially with our one year old. Would absolutely stay here again!"
United States
Robert
The Speyside Hotel
Terrace/patio
Haughton Arms Hotel

Haughton Arms Hotel

Haughton Arms Hotel
2.5 star property
Alford
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12)
"The staff were so friendly and helpful. The breakfast was delicious"
United Kingdom
Kathleen
The price is 2.204.075 ₫
2.644.890 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Haughton Arms Hotel
Front of property
Birchwood Pitlochry

Birchwood Pitlochry

Birchwood Pitlochry
3.5 star property
Pitlochry
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Extrem nettes Personal das wirklich versucht das der Aufenthalt so angenehm wie möglich ist. Super schöne Umgebung, schöne gemütliche Zimmer und leckeres Essen! "
Germany
Solveigh
The price is 4.319.987 ₫
5.183.985 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Birchwood Pitlochry
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Frequently asked questions

What's Ballater like for family-friendly holidays?
The welcoming destination of Ballater is a great choice if you've been thinking about a holiday with the children. The wildlife, golf and mountain views are just a few things that make this an attractive spot for a family holiday. Take to the air and fly into Aberdeen Airport (ABZ), which is located 33.1 mi (53.3 km) from the city centre.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Ballater?
The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 12°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 2°C. Average annual precipitation for Ballater is 940 mm.
What's there to see and do with your family in Ballater?
Glenshee Ski Centre and Ballater Library are interesting attractions that you and your family may enjoy exploring while you are staying in Ballater. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Knock Gallery and Meall Odhar.