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Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland

4.0 star property
Hotel in Ballater with full-service spa and fitness centre

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Relax by the serene pool surrounded by lush forest views and rustic charm.
Exterior
Junior Suite, Fireplace
Reception
Exterior

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
The current price is AU$461
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug

Explore the area

Map
Braemar Road, Ballater, Scotland, AB35 5XA
  • Ballater Library
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Ballater Golf Club
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Balmoral Castle
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Roll-in Shower)

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Roll-in Shower) | Bathroom shower

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Roll-in Shower)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite, Fireplace

Junior Suite, Fireplace

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Studio

Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 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)

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

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 42 sq m
  • 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

Junior King or Queen Suite with Fireplace

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Ballater

At Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland 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

  • Ballater Library - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Victoria and Albert Halls - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ballater Golf Club - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Balmoral Castle - 10 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Cairngorms National Park - 13 min drive - 16.9 km

Getting around

  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Balmoral Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Clachan Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Brown Sugar Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ballater railway station - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Highlanders Bakehouse - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland

Hotel in Ballater with full-service spa and fitness centre
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and Access to hot tub. A children's pool, a fitness centre, and a sauna are also featured at Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland. 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 Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland offers 32 accommodations with MP3 docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. 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.

Languages

English

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Balmoral Arms

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
4.2 out of 5, Very good, 268 reviews
The price is AU$357
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Balmoral Arms

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

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
  • Free 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
  • Smoke-free property

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

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 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 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).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland?

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland 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 Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland?

As of 29 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland on 20 Aug 2025 start from AU$460.70, 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 Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland?

Yep, Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland?

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

Does Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland have a pool?

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

Is Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland 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 Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland?

No, Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland?

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

Are pets allowed at Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland?

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

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 238 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 238 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 238 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 238 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 238 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was so peaceful. Staff friendly and helpful .room was lovely clean lots off space lovely balcony with view .could not find a fault at all .will definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugh

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On accommodation alone, 5 stars. Staff were lovely and accommodating. Restaurant was good but just that. Service excellent but food unexceptional. Okay but I've had better. A lot of it felt bought in rather than developed and cooked on site.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

PETER

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in one of the lodge suites - 2 adults 2 kids. Beautiful room in a lovely building. Disappointing was the breakfast options. Hot breakfast only available from 10 am. A reasonably priced (for hiilton!) continental breakfast was available for delivery between 8 and 9 if you pre booked the night before (we missed that detail)). Another annoying detail was check out at 10 am! 10 am on a Sunday morning is pretty brutal!

8/10 Good

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

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

8/10 Good

james

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

Shortened stay

Poor check in and out due to very late check in (4pm) and early check out (10am) for aSunday check out and no cooked breakfast available until 10am.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

First class all the way 👍👍
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice. But no breakfast.

It’s a very nice hotel. The pool has been redone and is much better but changing rooms pretty average. Public areas nice. But. No breakfast at a hotel like this is absolutely outrageous. They offer a bag of bread to toast yourself in your room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

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

6/10 Okay

BUELL

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Gym & wet areas werenice as was room Front Desk staff was only good for twlling you what they couldn’t do: get a taxi, get an extended checkout, find a shuttle service, etc. Housekeeping did minimal cleanup - left kitchen dirty, next to nothing in room cleaned. Will NEVER come back here!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandros

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Giulia

Travelled with partner
The location is gorgeous, the staff are excellent and we got an upgrade to a suite that was beautiful and had a lovely balcony. Could have not asked for better!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
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

6/10 Okay

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Dated

The place was nice but dated. If you order breakfast, know in advance that they bring you a packet of coffee, not a pot of coffee. We already had free packets of coffee in the room. They did remove the $3.50 charge when I asked them to, although not happily.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johnston

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

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

Great Property

Overall this was a great property. The 1br suite was large and well equipped. The kids loved the two large pools and ping pong room. The location was great and service was exceptional. Highly recommend. Wish we had stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024