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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Cambus O' May Traditional Highland Hotel in Ballater offers family rooms with garden or mountain views. Each room includes a private bathroom, kitchenette, and free WiFi. Dining and Leisure: Guests can enjoy a sun terrace, garden, and outdoor seating areas. The family-friendly restaurant serves British cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Free bicycles are available for exploring the surroundings. Convenient Location: Located 56 km from Aberdeen Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as Balmoral Castle (23 km) and Aboyne Golf Club (13 km). Free on-site parking and full-day security enhance the stay. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its attentive staff, excellent breakfast, and convenient location.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Bar
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Availability
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Room type | Number of guests | |
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1 single bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
2 single beds | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
1 double bed | ||
2 single beds and 1 large double bed or 1 double bed and 1 large double bed | ||
1 single bed | ||
Bedroom 1 double bed Living room 1 sofa bed | ||
1 single bed and 1 large double bed | ||
Bedroom 1 1 double bed Bedroom 2 1 double bed Bedroom 3 1 single bed |
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Bargh
United Kingdom
“Beautiful location in the woods, just over the road from the river and convenient for Ballater and surrounding areas. Breakfast is only continental but we knew that before going and it was very nice. Evening meals were lovely and fairly priced. ...” - Patricia
Australia
“3 of us booked to stay in an apartment and 1 in a single room in the hotel; but we didn’t realise the apartment is located quite a distance from the main building. Jake was very responsive to our needs and 2 of us stayed in the apartment and Jake...” - Frank
United Kingdom
“A face-lift might not go amiss as the interior is old and dated” - Munro
Australia
“Breakfast was the best continental I've had. We loved our waiter and his dog Shearer. They made our dinner memorable.” - Astrid
New Zealand
“Loved the old world feel of a Victorian home with a modern ensuite bathroom. Had a lovely evening meal and great breakfast” - David
United Kingdom
“Loved the feel of the property, wide variety of options for (continental) breakfast. Really grateful to be able to borrow a phone charger as left mine at home.” - Paul
United Kingdom
“Friendly informal atmosphere. Excellent staff. Very good continental breakfast. Perfect location for a good variety of activities. Remote location meant that meals had to be good, which they were.” - Dominik
Germany
“Really nice hotel near Ballater. It is an old hunting lodge and the owner has really renovated with style and taste. Not only does the interior feel authentic, but it also feels cozy and welcoming. We stayed in the kennel room for 3 persons up the...” - Getuta
United Kingdom
“Everything was excellent. Superb landscapes, quiet, excellent and comfortable room, quiet, quality, attentive and kind staff. Thank you and I will come back whenever I have the chance.” - Rob
United Kingdom
“Great location Great staff Great atmosphere Amazing breakfast”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Cambus o'May Hotel
- CuisineBritish
- Open forDinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.






The fine print
Please inform Cambus O' May Traditional Highland Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.