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Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside

4.0 star property

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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.
A lobby with a wooden reception desk, marble counters, and a staircase with wooden railings.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Gym
The current price is NZ$636
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug

Explore the area

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Braemar Road, Ballater, Scotland, AB35 5XA
  • Place, Cairngorms National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballater Library
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballater Golf Club
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Studio

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a chair, a dresser, and a large mirror.

Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden desk, a dresser, a TV, and a balcony with a view of trees.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, Fireplace

A modern living room with a fireplace, round coffee table, and seating area.

Junior Suite, Fireplace

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 bedrooms, 1 King, 1 Queen Bed (bi-level with stairs)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

Suite, 2 bedrooms, 1 King, 1 Queen Bed (bi-level with stairs)

  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King or Queen Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Junior King or Queen Suite with Fireplace

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 1 King Or 1 Queen Studio Room

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a bedside table, a lamp, and a wall clock.

1 King Or 1 Queen Studio Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Ballater

At Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Ballater Library and Victoria and Albert Halls. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering at Spa can include massages, body wraps and mani/pedis. The brasserie, The Keiller Lounge, is open for lunch and dinner. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub, sauna and kids' swimming pool. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Ballater hotel, attractions include Balmoral Castle and Cairngorms National Park.

What's nearby

  • Cairngorms National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Ballater Library - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Victoria and Albert Halls - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ballater Golf Club - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Balmoral Castle - 14 min drive - 15.1 km

Getting around

  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Keiller Lounge - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Fish Shop - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Loch Kinord Hotel & Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bean For Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Clachan Grill - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside

There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. A children's pool, a fitness centre, and a sauna are also featured at Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Ballater hotel is smoke free.

  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1891
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Beauty salon
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside offers 32 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and a safe. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Spa. Services include facials, body wraps, body treatments and manicures and pedicures. The spa is open daily.

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  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, 388 reviews
The price is NZ$375
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: High-speed internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Keiller Lounge

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Tennis

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • In a national park

Full-service spa

  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1891
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 12 January 2026 to 1 January 2028 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Selected guestrooms
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Craigendarroch
Craigendarroch Suites
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside?

Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside?

As of 30 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside on 2 Aug 2026 start from NZ$636, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside?

Yep, Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside?

Yep, Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, facials and body treatments.

Does Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside have a pool?

Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside has an indoor pool and a kids' pool. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Is Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and a playground, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside?

No, Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside?

There isn't one on site, but Ballater Golf Club is a short 12-minute walk away.

Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 190 out of 277 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 277 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 277 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 277 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 277 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, brilliant facilities, lovely food.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hamida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not use all the facilities but had a wonderful stay. Be great to have a similar hotel near Aviemore as that is where we spent most our time. Loved the spacious and very clean suite that we stayed in.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our suite was perfect for a 2 night stay. The facilities were excellent: swimming pool, sauna, table tennis, squash and fitness room. All set in lovely surroundings near Ballater. Really enjoyed a relaxing break
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent pool/spa
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jean Claude

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All aspects of room, facilities and restaurant, ticked all the boxes. The staff are also very friendly and attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel in a beautiful area
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable. Great facilities. Spotlessly clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

KATHRYN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice apartment . Very clean ,roomy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very conveniently located for the gathering and village of Ballater.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Modern finish, everything clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good leasure facilities. Also, Martin at the bar was a staff standout.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was perfect for our honeymoon stay. Drove over 500 miles to get there and it was worth it. It is paradise on earth. It is high quality and has amazing amenities. The staff are awesome too.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect for easy access to town and palace tours.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hogmanay Stay

Fantastic stay over the Hogmanay period. Beautiful room and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Suite immaculate and well equipped.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely room and the staff were all so friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Luna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff at this property were very kind and helpful, I was pleasantly surprised with our stay and would love to stay again in the future, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room, hotel and village.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent facilities and staff. We will definitely return and highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rhona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the luxury, delicious food and service from all staff. Leisure facilities were superb. Our third time here and it was brilliant!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fantastic location in a very pleasant and exciting location in Scotland.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
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2/10 Terrible

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel app charged £300+ for changing dates within minutes when i had originally booked the wrong dates in error. Phoned help centre but got nowhere. Very disappointing, wont use Hotel.com again better just phoning the hotel directly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vernon

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional in every way.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025