Ballochan Bed and Breakfast, Cheap Hotel and Guest House Accommodation

In the rustic village of Dinnet in the heart of Royal Deeside, this family-run hotel is ideal for exploring the Highlands and tourist and sporting activities in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire. On the edge of the Scottish Highlands, this Victorian hotel is the perfect base from which to explore the natural beauty of Scotland. There are many activities close by, including golf, skiing, fishing and stalking. Glenshee and the Lecht, 2 of the 5 Scottish ski resorts, are both approximately 30 miles from the hotel, with the necessary instruction and ski equipment available for hire.

On the banks of the River Dee, The Boat Inn in Aboyne offers accommodation, a cosy bar and restaurant. This Aberdeenshire inn lies around 4 miles east of the Cairngorms National Park, and provides free parking and Wi-Fi in public areas. A full Scottish breakfast is served at The Boat Inn, with bacon, sausage, black pudding, eggs, beans, tomatoes, mushrooms and toast. Pancakes, French toast, and smoked salmon with scrambled eggs is also available, along with Vegetarian and Vegan options, as well as a buffet selection of cereal, yoghurts, fresh fruit and juices. The 16 individually styled rooms have en-suite facilities, Ortho Opulence beds, 200 thread count cotton linen, fresh tea and coffee, TV, hairdryer and free WiFi. Some rooms offer views of the river. Accommodation is offered in two separate areas, 8 bedrooms within the original Inn and 8 bedrooms within the detached Boat House. The Boat House offers rooms with soft furnishings, deep freestanding baths, balconies and super-king beds. The restaurant serves a high-quality menu using fine Scottish ingredients. Aberdeen Angus steaks, North Sea fish and seafood and Highland cheeses are among the offerings. Aboyne is around 30 miles west of Aberdeen. The city’s vibrant Union Street shopping district features well-known stores and boutique shops and is less than 1 hour’s drive.

Macbeth Arms is located in Lumphanan. The property offers free WiFi. Free public parking is available on site. The Macbeth Arms features a bar with a pool table and dart board. The hotels room feature an en suite, with either a bath or shower. They have tea and coffee making facilities and a flat-screen TV. Some rooms offer desks and seating areas. Macbeth Arms is situated next to a convenience store, and is a 5-minute stroll from the Lumphanan Stone. Cairngorms National Park can be reached in 10.4 miles. Lumphanan Golf Club is a 5-minute walk from the property. Aberdeen is 26 miles away, and Aberdeen Airport is 25 miles from Macbeth Arms.

Lys-Na-Greyne features garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, located in Aboyne, 20 km from Craigievar Castle. The bed and breakfast offers a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with bathrobes, a hairdryer and shower. Some units include a seating area and/or a patio. Lys-Na-Greyne offers a continental or Full English/Irish breakfast. The accommodation offers a terrace. After a day of hiking, skiing or cycling, guests can relax in the garden or in the shared lounge area. The nearest airport is Aberdeen, 49 km from Lys-Na-Greyne, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Situated in Tarland, Aberdeen Arms Hotel Tarland has a restaurant, bar, shared lounge, and free WiFi throughout the property. This 2-star hotel offers ski storage space. The accommodation features evening entertainment and luggage storage space. At the hotel, the rooms have a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All rooms in Aberdeen Arms Hotel Tarland are fitted with a hairdryer and a CD player. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a continental or a Full English/Irish breakfast. Guests at Aberdeen Arms Hotel Tarland will be able to enjoy activities in and around Tarland, like hiking, skiing and cycling. Ballater is 18 km from the hotel, while Banchory is 23 km from the property. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 50 km from Aberdeen Arms Hotel Tarland.

Douneside House is located in Tarland, 50km from Aberdeen. Douneside House features views of the countryside and complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Guests can enjoy a Full Scottish breakfast each morning. Each room is individually designed and features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some rooms feature a private garden and patio area. A shared lounge is available at the property. Guests at this property have free access to Douneside's onsite Health Club which features an indoor swimming pool, a sauna, a steam room and a fully-equipped gym. There is also a range of fitness classes available, which guests are advised to book in advance. Douneside House includes an on-site restaurant which offers a range of menus including lunch, afternoon tea, table d'hote and tasting menus. Most dishes are produced using local produce and fruit and vegetables are grown organically in the grounds of the property. Additionally, the property features a bar. You can play tennis and mini-golf at this hotel, and the area is popular for golfing and cycling. Stonehaven is 44 km from Douneside House, while Dyce is 41 km from the property. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 40 km from Douneside House.

Feughside in Strachan features a garden and a terrace. All units in the guest house are equipped with a kettle. Every room is equipped with a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and free toiletries. A continental breakfast is available daily at Feughside. Aberdeen is 33 km from the accommodation, while Ballater is 28 km away. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 31 km from Feughside.

You can glimpse majestic ospreys plunging into the loch, relax in the sumptuous spa, or take on two 9-hole golf courses amidst idyllic scenery at The Lodge. With bright and fresh décor, every room at The Lodge on the Loch provides a 32-inch flat-screen TV, along with a sleek and modern en suite bathroom. In Superior Bedrooms, a Juliette balcony gives a scenic view of Loch Aboyne and the mountains. An indulgent Japanese deep soak tub, a monsoon shower, and a steam bath are on offer in The Reflect Health Spa. There is a luxurious lochside hot tub, an indoor pool with cold plunge pool, and treatment rooms providing a range of relaxing treatments such as hot stone treatments and aromatherapy. The Osprey Restaurant and Bistro boasts fine dining with fantastic, panoramic views over the Cairngorm Mountains and its rugged landscape. Mediterranean cuisine with a Scottish twist is served each day, and made with the finest local ingredients.

Set in Banchory in the Grampian region, Drumhead Bothy is a 5-star property boasting free WiFi. Situated 18 km from Crathes Castle, the property features a garden and free private parking. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. If you would like to discover the area, golfing, cycling and fishing are possible in the surroundings. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 49 km from the holiday home.

Druids Knowe is located in Tarfside. This holiday home features a garden and free private parking. The holiday home comes with 3 bedrooms, a TV and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher. If you would like to discover the area, cycling is possible in the surroundings. Ballater is 20 km from the holiday home, while Banchory is 26 km away. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 50 km from Druids Knowe.

This charming house has stunning views of the Cairngorms National Park, set within 2 acres of private grounds. There is free Wi-Fi throughout and free private parking on site. Guests can enjoy fantastic walks from the doorstep of House of Mark; fly fishing for salmon and sea trout can be arranged in the North Esk river. Golden eagles and buzzards can be spotted circling high above the hills. Rooms at House of Mark are traditionally furnished, and each features picturesque views, and an en suite shower room or private bathroom.

Set in Lumphanan in the Grampian region, The Byre cottage offers accommodation with free private parking, as well as access to a hot tub. A dishwasher, a microwave and fridge are also offered in the kitchen, as well as a kettle. Aberdeen is 49 km from the holiday home, while Ballater is 28 km from the property. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 43 km from The Byre cottage.

Situated in Strachan, Castlewood Lodges features free WiFi throughout the property. All rooms at the resort are fitted with a TV and a kitchen. The units will provide guests with a microwave. Aberdeen is 32 km from Castlewood Lodges, while Ballater is 29 km from the property. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 30 km from the accommodation.

Drumniall Cottage is located in Ordie. The accommodation is 14 km from Ballater, and guests benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. This holiday home is equipped with 2 bedrooms, a TV, and a kitchen with a dishwasher. Banchory is 25 km from the holiday home, while Braemar is 39 km away. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 54 km from Drumniall Cottage.

The Stables is situated in Banchory. Featuring complimentary private parking, the holiday home is 19 km from Crathes Castle. With 4 bedrooms, this holiday home has a patio, a living room and a TV. Towels and bed linen are available. At The Stables guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 33 km from the accommodation.

The Bothy is situated in Banchory. Featuring free private parking, the holiday home is 19 km from Crathes Castle. With 2 bedrooms, this holiday home has a patio, a living room and a TV. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. The Bothy offers a hot tub. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 33 km from the accommodation.

10 Annesley Park is located in Banchory. Set 12 km from Crathes Castle, the property offers a garden and free private parking. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. If you would like to discover the area, golfing, cycling and fishing are possible in the surroundings. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 27 km from the holiday home.

The Queen's Hut is located in Aboyne. It is situated 13 km from Craigievar Castle and features free WiFi and free private parking. The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine and 2 bathrooms with a hairdryer. A TV is available. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 38 km from The Queen's Hut.