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Ballater Hostel, Ballater

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  • Ballater Hostel, Bridge Square, AB35 5QJ Ballater, United Kingdom - View on map
9.3 /10
Superb
Wi-Fi is available free of charge in every room of our property
Property type: Hostel
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Rooms come with private bathrooms. Guests will find a shower in our bathrooms. A hairdryer is available for all guests. Are there safes in the rooms? Certain rooms have safety deposit boxes. We are glad to ensure a comfortable stay for our visitors. A shared kitchen is accessible for guest use. Luggage storage is offered on-site. What activities await guests? Beautiful hiking trails can be explored nearby. Skiing is also an option. We provide bicycles for rental. It’s exciting that castles are close by. Craigievar Castle is thirty-one kilometers away. Kildrummy Castle is located thirty-four kilometers from us. The nearest airport is sixty-two kilometers distant at Aberdeen. Each room has heating. We hope your visit will be unforgettable. Family rooms are included as well. We proudly offer free WiFi for everyone. Our property features twenty-four-hour security for protection. Smoking is not permitted throughout the building. Key cards facilitate access to the rooms. For safety, smoke alarms are installed. Cleanliness is taken seriously here. Linens and towels are washed according to local authority guidelines. We encourage enjoyment of board games available to guests.
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Important information

Parking - please note Ballater Hostel has no car/motorbike parking. However, it is possible to pull up outside the hostel to unload and then there is loads of free parking available in the village.

Towels - All private rooms include towels (superior private, budget private and 4 bed private). Beds in shared mixed dorms, as well as sole use of dorm rooms (the 6 and the 8 bed), do not include towels. Whole hostel bookings do not include towels. Towel hire is available @ £2 a towel (for duration of stay, not per day!)

Payment - A 10% non refundable deposit will be charged upon booking. Remaining balance due no later than one week prior to arrival. A reminder regarding the balance due will be sent out via email (with easy payment link) 3 weeks prior to arrival (to give you plenty of time to pay). Should the balance not have been paid by one week prior to arrival we will attempt to take the remaining balance using the card you booked with. Should the card not work, your booking will be cancelled.

GROUPS OF 9+ - Please note that groups of more than 8 (who are not booking the whole hostel) MUST contact us directly so we can confirm whether the reservation is possible. Reservations of 9+ (who aren't booking the whole hostel) who do not contact us are NOT CONFIRMED.

Room Types

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Description, photos, price, amenities

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Room standards
  • bedside socket,
  • heating,
  • waste bin
Sanitary facilities
  • private bathroom,
  • shower,
  • hairdryer,
  • toilet paper,
  • toilet
Paid extra services
  • lockers (in shared rooms/hostels),
  • key card access
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room),
  • walk-in shower (no step)
Hostel facilities
  • bedside lamp
Property safety & security
  • smoke detector

Rooms are 6 square metres.

Quadruple Room Description, photos, price, amenities

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Room standards
  • heating,
  • seating area,
  • waste bin,
  • bedside socket,
  • soundproofed rooms
Sanitary facilities
  • toilet,
  • private bathroom,
  • shower,
  • hairdryer,
  • toilet paper
Property technology & media
  • television (tv),
  • flat-screen tv
Paid extra services
  • key card access
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room)
Hostel facilities
  • bedside lamp
Property safety & security
  • smoke detector

The quadruple room features soundproof walls, a seating area, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The unit is furnished with 4 beds.

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Description, photos, price, amenities

See photos of the Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room standards
  • bedside socket,
  • heating,
  • waste bin
Sanitary facilities
  • toilet paper,
  • toilet,
  • hairdryer,
  • private bathroom,
  • shower
Paid extra services
  • key card access,
  • lockers (in shared rooms/hostels)
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room),
  • walk-in shower (no step)
Hostel facilities
  • bedside lamp
Property safety & security
  • smoke detector

Rooms are 6 square metres.

Superior Private Room Description, photos, price, amenities

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Room standards
  • bedside socket,
  • heating,
  • safe deposit box,
  • waste bin,
  • baby cot/crib
Sanitary facilities
  • toilet,
  • private bathroom,
  • hairdryer,
  • shower,
  • toilet paper
Property technology & media
  • flat-screen tv,
  • television (tv)
Paid extra services
  • key card access
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room),
  • walk-in shower (no step)
Hostel facilities
  • bedside lamp
Property safety & security
  • smoke detector

The family room provides a safe deposit box, heating, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. This family room features a flat-screen TV. The unit provides 2 beds.

Choose your ideal room at Ballater Hostel

Our property offers a variety of accommodation options to best suit your needs and preferences. Below you will find a list of available room types:

  • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
  • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
  • Superior Private Room
  • Quadruple Room

Please note that detailed availability and current prices for individual rooms will be visible after selecting your stay dates.

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Facilities and services

On-site activities & leisure On-site activities & leisure

nearby golf course (within 3 km), fishing opportunities, skiing activities, canoeing trips, hiking trails accessible, cycling routes, bowling alley access, horseback riding

Hotel services offered Hotel services offered

comprehensive internet access, wireless internet (wi-fi), complimentary wi-fi access

Reception & guest support Reception & guest support

baggage hold, secure lockers

Shared spaces for guests Shared spaces for guests

communal kitchen facilities, guest lounge / tv room

Family & entertainment Family & entertainment

selection of board games/puzzles

Other property amenities Other property amenities

smoke-free rooms, spacious family rooms, in-room heating, entirely non-smoking property, secure key card entry

Property safety & security Property safety & security

round-the-clock security personnel, strategically placed smoke detectors, external property cctv surveillance, readily available fire extinguishers

Security systems Security systems

staff adherence to all local authority safety protocols, hand sanitiser readily available in rooms and key areas, comprehensive first-aid kit accessible, access to qualified healthcare professionals

Social distancing guidelines Social distancing guidelines

secure cashless payment methods accepted, strict adherence to physical distancing guidelines

Disinfection & cleaning procedures Disinfection & cleaning procedures

linens, towels, and laundry sanitised per local health guidelines, guest rooms disinfected thoroughly between stays

Internet access

Complimentary wi-fi property-wide! The property offers internet services with both standard and free WiFi options.

Guest parking

Details about parking facilities are not available.

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Check-in, check-out, and payment policies

Check-in

From 17:00 Until 22:00 hours

Check-out

Until 10:00 hours

Children and extra beds

Children from 0 to 2 years old stay free of charge using cot. Guests must be at least 18 years old to check in. We welcome children of all ages.

Pets

Pets are not permitted.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Yes, there is parking for guests, ensuring convenience and safety.
Social distancing and disinfection are enforced. Details on our website.
Prices vary by date and other factors. Please provide dates for accurate information.
Use the GPS coordinates: 57.048209, -3.037689 to reach the destination.
Yes, the property is often chosen by families.
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