About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Boat Inn in Aboyne offers family rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and river views. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, walk-in shower, and free toiletries. Dining and Leisure: Guests can enjoy local cuisine at the traditional restaurant or relax at the bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Additional facilities include a terrace, outdoor seating area, and live music. Convenient Location: Located 45 km from Aberdeen Airport, the hotel is an 18-minute walk from Aboyne Golf Club. Nearby attractions include Balmoral Castle (34 km) and Craigievar Castle (17 km). Free on-site parking and ski storage enhance the stay.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

    • Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

    • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

    • Free parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jane
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It’s a lovely hotel in a nice area, staff friendly and helpful. Food very good and room gorgeous and comfortable
  • Gavin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful location. Warm friendly staff. Room comfortable cosy and clean.
  • Lynda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good service, friendly staff, lovely food, very comfortable bed.
  • Heather
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very friendly staff, comfy bed and a great breakfast.
  • Mark
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing breakfast! One of the best we’ve had - all staff really friendly- stayed in room 10 in the boathouse - lovely room with everything you need . Great location and beautiful views
  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very friendly staff. Excellent food..Our accommodation was comfortable and smart. . The bed was the best I've slept on.
  • Michael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room was very comfortable and the food was excellent, we really enjoyed dinner and breakfast. The staff were friendly and extremely helpful.
  • Alison
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great place to stay. Excellent breakfast. Staff lovely. Ate in the restaurant really good.
  • Kenneth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Cosy and comfortable with excellent staff and service.
  • Roy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Friendly, welcoming, felt like dogs were not a nuisance.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Ambiance
      Traditional

Facilities of The Boat Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities

  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Ski

  • Ski storage

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
  • Live music/performance
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Darts
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Electric vehicle charging station

Services

  • Pet bowls
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Packed lunches
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Reception services

  • Invoice provided

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access

General

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
The Boat Inn takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 07:30 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
£15 per child, per night
Cot upon request
£10 per child, per night
2 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
£15 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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.

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