No 45, Ballater

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No 45, Ballater
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Scored 9.5
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.9

About this property

No 45, Ballater is a guesthouse set in an acre of gardens and is just 5 minutes' walk from the centre of Ballater. The individually designed rooms each offer unique charm. All feature a hospitality tray with Scottish biscuits, tea, coffee and hot chocolate. The spacious and comfortable public areas include a lounge with leather sofas and log fire in winter, and a library with a wide selection of books and games. Breakfast is served in the conservatory from 08:00 - 09:30, with a full Scottish breakfast, porridge and a variety of cooked options. There is a range of teas and coffees along with cereals, fruit and yoghurt. No 45, Ballater is surrounded by beautiful scenery with mountain and riverside walks close by. Balmoral Castle is just 6 miles away, and the Glenshee and Lecht ski resorts are a 30-minute drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Free cot available on request

Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

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

    • Breakfast info

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

    • Free private parking available on-site

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We have no availability on our site for this property between Thu 25 Sept 2025 and Sun 28 Sept 2025

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Easy to find, situated on a quiet road. The hosts were friendly and welcoming. Very clean and comfortable room . Breakfast was amazing with lots of homemade produce, pastries and the cooked breakfast was superb. Would highly recommend”
  • Kim
    Australia Australia
    “We had a great stay in the heart of Ballater. Very comfortable room and great service.”
  • Lisa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Very welcoming, lovely comfortable clean rooms & very good breakfast”
  • Fiona
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Traditional but all the conveniences of a more modern stay. The bed was super comfy and everything was spotless. The breakfast was exceptional, I had a light fluffy omelette and the choices on the buffet had something for everyone.”
  • Gary
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Well appointed bedroom - beautifully decorated Amazing breakfast.”
  • Jeannette
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The staff were welcoming, friendly and helpful - giving us information on things to do in the local area The cooked breakfast was excellent, all home made and the service was very efficient.”
  • Ginevra
    Italy Italy
    “Everything !! The typical atmosphere and the kindness of the staff! A wonderful place to spend some peaceful time!”
  • Elisabet
    Iceland Iceland
    “Loved this cozy B&B, the owners were friendly and warm, room was cozy and bed very comfy. Superb breakfast!”
  • Elise
    Australia Australia
    “Beautiful b&b - comfy room, lovely hosts, cute town with a great pub and amazing breakfast!”
  • Ashleigh
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Such a welcoming and homely b&b, absolutely spotless. Rooms are lovely, great bathroom facilities and such a comfortable bed in a big spacious bedroom! Nicer than a lot of hotels we have stayed in. Breakfast was delicious and so well prepared and...”

Hosted by Teddy, the resident Cockapoo

9.9
Host review score
Teddy, the resident Cockapoo
No 45 was build around 1890 and was originally called, and is still locally known as, The Jungle. All guests can park free of charge at No 45. We have eight en suite guest bedrooms at No 45 and you will have use of two lounges during your stay. A hearty breakfast is served in the conservatory and will include fruit, homemade granola, homemade jam and a hot breakfast cooked to order. We are located in the village of Ballater and can recommend restaurants for you to try during your stay.
Les and Alison are both originally from Aberdeen and bought No 45 in July 2017. They enjoy living in Ballater with Teddy, their Cockapoo. We enjoy spending time in the beautiful walled garden at No 45 and exploring beautiful Royal Deeside. We are happy to lend you maps and give you some ideas for walks and cycles.
Ballater is a village located in the Cairngorms National Park with a population of around 1800. We are situated close to Balmoral Castle and many of our guests are delighted to see our Royal Family in and around the village. We have lovely walks close by, both for the energetic and those who prefer a leisurely stroll. A favourite of many guests is the circular route around the stunning Loch Muick. Guests can hire bicycles locally and tours of the Cairngorms can be arranged with knowledge local tour firms.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

House rules

No 45, Ballater takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
£15 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 15 years
Extra bed upon request
£15 per child, per night
16+ years
Extra bed upon request
£25 per person, 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.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Reception is open for arrival between 16:00 and 20:00.

Please inform the property in advance if you expect to arrive outside of the official check-in hours.

Please note that there is one dog. Occasionally, Teddy the friendly Cockapoo might venture in to the reception hall and guest lounge.

* Secure bicycle storage

* Secure golf club storage

* Secure fishing rod storage

Guests can relax in our south facing walled garden.

Please inform No 45, Ballater 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.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

License number: A, AS 00057F