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A cozy room with a brick fireplace, a cushioned chair, and a wicker basket filled with logs.
A cozy bar area with wooden flooring, plush seating, and a bar stocked with bottles.
A cozy room with a brick fireplace, a three-tiered tea service, and a variety of snacks and drinks on a table.
A stone building with a sign reading "Balmoral Arms."

1. Balmoral Arms

Balmoral Arms
Ballater
United States
Laurie
฿6,574
฿7,888 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Balmoral Arms
An indoor swimming pool with a tiled edge, a lounge area with chairs, and a staircase leading to a higher level.
A historic building with a turret and ivy-covered walls, featuring a stone facade and large windows.
A serene outdoor setting with a pond, lush greenery, and two buildings with a modern design.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden desk, a dresser, a TV, and a balcony with a view of trees.

2. Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside
Ballater
Netherlands
Ronald
฿6,051
฿7,261 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside
A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with a view of trees.
A stone building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance.
A sign for Hostelling Scotland Youth Hostel in a wooded area.
A spacious living room with a large chandelier, green upholstered sofas, and multiple windows with curtains.

3. Braemar Youth Hostel

Braemar Youth Hostel
Ballater
United Kingdom
Yuvasree
฿2,596
฿3,115 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Braemar Youth Hostel
A room with a window, a wooden chair, a dresser, and a lamp.
A kitchen with a dishwasher, a dining table set for four, and a painting on the wall.
A stone building with a small table set for dining, wooden chairs, and a yellow bucket.
A bedroom with a fireplace, a bed with a plaid blanket, a dresser, and a bedside table with a lamp.

4. The Old School House

The Old School House
Ballater
฿15,888
฿19,065 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
The Old School House
A hallway with white double doors, a wooden coat rack, and a sign on the wall.
A dining area with a wooden table, leather chairs, and a vase of flowers.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa, and a painting of a deer.
A stone building with a white door and windows, a wooden shed, and a church steeple in the background.

5. Gairnlea House

Gairnlea House
Ballater
฿32,766
฿39,319 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Gairnlea House
A large stone building with a symmetrical facade, multiple chimneys, and a central entrance.
A living room with two armchairs, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chandelier.
A forest trail with a wooden staircase leading up.
A living room with a white sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a television on a stand and a chandelier above the fireplace.

6. Braeriach - Mar Lodge Estate

Braeriach - Mar Lodge Estate
Ballater
United Kingdom
Peter
฿23,431
฿28,118 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Braeriach - Mar Lodge Estate
A large stone building with a symmetrical facade, multiple chimneys, and a central entrance.
A forest trail with a wooden staircase leading up.
A room with a bay window overlooking a brick wall and trees, a white bench with a basket of flowers, and a potted plant with yellow leaves.
A cozy library with a fireplace, bookshelves, a comfortable armchair, and a large painting of a landscape on the wall.

7. Dalvorar - Mar Lodge Estate

Dalvorar - Mar Lodge Estate
Ballater
฿25,108
฿30,129 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Dalvorar - Mar Lodge Estate
A stone house with a gabled roof, a small wooden structure to the left, and a church spire in the background.
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, and a television on the wall.
A stone building with a white door, windows, and a small porch area with outdoor furniture.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, an oven, and a dishwasher.

8. Gairnlea Cottage

Gairnlea Cottage
Ballater
฿24,079
฿28,895 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Gairnlea Cottage
A castle-like building with multiple towers, a central entrance, and a surrounding fence.
A dining room with a fireplace, green walls, a chandelier, and a view of buildings outside.
A forest trail with a wooden staircase leading up.
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a vanity with a mirror, a bench, and two lamps.

9. Macdui - Mar Lodge Estate

Macdui - Mar Lodge Estate
Ballater
฿24,117
฿28,941 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Macdui - Mar Lodge Estate
A large stone building with a symmetrical facade, multiple chimneys, and a central entrance.
A hallway with wooden paneling, framed pictures on the walls, and antlers mounted on the ceiling.
A forest trail with a wooden staircase leading up.
A dining room with a table set for four, green upholstered chairs, a vase with pink flowers, and a painting on the wall.

10. Derry - Mar Lodge Estate

Derry - Mar Lodge Estate
Ballater
฿25,717
฿30,861 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Derry - Mar Lodge Estate
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Frequently asked questions

What is Ballater like for travellers on a budget?
Ballater offers cheap accommodation options and a range of things to see and do, making it a great holiday choice for budget-conscious travellers. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions such as Balmoral Castle, Mar Lodge Estate and Glenshee Ski Centre.
What's the best budget-friendly accommodation in Ballater?
Based on our traveller reviews, Braemar Youth Hostel is a top choice for a less expensive stay.
When is the best time for a budget trip to Ballater?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Ballater, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. 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 is there to see and do in Ballater?
Ballater is known for its bar scene and dining options, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the top local attractions on your list, and then fill your itinerary with sights that cost very little. Enjoy the outdoors at Mar Lodge Estate and Loch Muick, or check out the area's cultural spots like Knock Gallery.
How can I get to Ballater and get around on a budget?
Looking at these ways to get around Ballater is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The most convenient airport is Aberdeen Airport (ABZ), situated 33.1 mi (53.3 km) away. Ballater might not have many public transport options to choose from so a car rental could be a reasonable alternative to explore more of the area.