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The Boat Hotel

3.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Exterior
Interior
Double or Twin Room, Garden View | Terrace/patio
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated
Aerial view

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Deshar Road, Boat of Garten, Scotland, PH24 3BH
  • Place, Cairngorms National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Boat of Garten Golf Club
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, CairnGorm Mountain
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Single Room

Classic Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Double or Twin Room, Garden View | Terrace/patio

Double or Twin Room, Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Classic Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Suite Double or Twin Room | Bathroom

Suite Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Boat of Garten

A family-friendly stay in Boat of Garten awaits you at The Boat Hotel. You'll be within a 5-minute walk of Boat of Garten Golf Club and 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Loch Vaa. Highlights at this Victorian hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The family restaurant, The Boat Country Inn, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy access to ecotours, bike hire and a playground. 2 meeting rooms, a conference centre, and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and ski storage. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .In proximity to this 3.5-property class Boat of Garten hotel you'll find Cairngorms National Park.

What's nearby

  • Cairngorms National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Boat of Garten Golf Club - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Loch an Eilein - 15 min drive - 19.1 km
  • Cairngorm Reindeer Centre - 26 min drive - 22.5 km
  • CairnGorm Mountain - 31 min drive - 26.7 km

Getting around

  • Carrbridge Station - 8 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High Range - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cairngorm Hotel - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Winking Owl - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Old Bridge Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Inverdruie Restaurant - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Boat Hotel

Family-friendly hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre and 2 meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, an arcade/games room, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly The Boat Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This Victorian Boat of Garten hotel is smoke free.

  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1899
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Boat Hotel offers 34 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 12.95 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Boat Country Inn

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Books
  • Ecotours
  • Evening entertainment
  • Games
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Playground
  • Ski storage
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Changing table
  • Children's games
  • High chair
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1899
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 10
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 10.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.95 for adults and from GBP 6.50 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property uses geothermal energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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, Barclaycard, debit cards and cash. This property uses geothermal energy. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • For stays on 25 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory Christmas Day gala dinner.
  • For stays on 24 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner.
  • For stays on 31 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner.
  • For stays on 14 February, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory Valentine's Day gala dinner.
  • Up to 3 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Boat Boat of Garten
Boat Hotel
Boat Hotel Boat of Garten
Hotel Boat
Boat Hotel Of Garten
The Boat Hotel Boat Of Garten, Scotland
The Boat Hotel Of Garten Scotland
The Boat Hotel Hotel
The Boat Hotel Boat of Garten
The Boat Hotel Hotel Boat of Garten

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Boat Hotel?

The Boat Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Boat Hotel?

Yep, The Boat Hotel has a free self car park.

What makes The Boat Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A champagne service and romance packages, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Boat Hotel.

Is The Boat Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and an arcade, as well as changing tables and highchairs in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Boat Hotel is a hit with families.

Does The Boat Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, full breakfast is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Boat Hotel?

No, The Boat Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Boat Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Boat Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Boat Hotel?

Dogs are welcome at The Boat Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

Is there a golf course on site at The Boat Hotel?

There is a golf course next to The Boat Hotel.

The Boat Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 282 out of 729 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 255 out of 729 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 729 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 729 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 729 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
👍
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Matt

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Boat Hotel was a wonderful place to spend the night. Breakfast was very enjoyable and plentiful. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a place full of character. The food and service was excellent. Things that would be good. Either lift or.less stairs
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Celebrating my mum's 80th birthday!! Staff friendly and ideal place to stay to explore Speyside!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lynn

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Avoid - dated and poor service

We booked a deluxe room which was very small and dated with a tiny bathroom you couldn’t turn round in. The bathroom had no ventilation. Twice we returned to our room to find the cleaners hadn’t latched the door so it was unlocked all day and once we returned to find neither key worked. When we left the bathroom towels on the floor to be refreshed they were hung up dirty and I came back to the room to find the cleaner using these to dry the mugs in the room. The ‘manager’ offered to upgrade us but when I mentioned this to the person on reception next day they knew nothing about it. There seemed to be a lack of anyone in charge although the younger staff worked hard - especially the young lad at breakfast who often seemed to be on his own which meant things were sometimes not replenished even though he tried his best. Not a great stay.
Deluxe bathroom with a tiny shower
Smallest bathroom ever
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are spacious and very clean,dinner and breakfast are outstanding 10/10,although restaurant was very busy the service was 1st class.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

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

Fabulous Hotel

Beautiful area, very nice hotel with fabulous food and really friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Little understaffed and limited parking, but great staff, good breakfast deal. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing area for the hotel, close to golf course and woodland walks. Nice area in front of the hotel to have drinks outside. With the hotel being an old building noise issues between the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jubin

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good service,friendly staff and nice breakfast too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

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

Great place to stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Margaret

Travelled with family
Could not get the shower to work. Beds not made up on day 2 though the maids did wash our coffee cups and fold the end of the toilet paper into a point!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhona F

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful tranquil setting. Lovely big room, ideal for dogs. Tasty food.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Allison

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

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

Amazing stay

Was excellent food was great Amazing Choice for breakfast Staff were friendly and helpful 4th stay here and gets better everytime
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ben

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Room comfort
This hotel is in a great location for sight seeing in the surrounding area. The hotel itself is in need of refurbishment and general painting badly needed in areas. The alcohol is over priced, I could go in to a nice restaurant in Inverness and not be charged so much !! The food was decent, albeit I would say pricey for what you get. Staff encountered were pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025