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The Boat Inn

3.0 star property

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Deluxe Triple Room | Living area
Terrace/patio
Front of property
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

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Charlestown Rd, Aboyne, Scotland, AB34 5EL
  • Aboyne Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Reflect Spa
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Deeside Activity Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Aberdeen (ABZ)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin Room, Balcony

Double or Twin Room, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Suite, Balcony

Deluxe Suite, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Suite, Bathtub

Deluxe Suite, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, River View

Deluxe Double Room, River View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room

Deluxe Triple Room

  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Boat Inn

Inn with free parking, near Aboyne Golf Club
Along with a restaurant, this inn has a bar/lounge and coffee/tea in a common area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, wedding services, a garden, and a lobby fireplace are onsite.
The Boat Inn offers 16 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

This Aboyne inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Boat Inn. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Aboyne Golf Club. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus a restaurant. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Amenities include a car charging station, a terrace, and a lobby fireplace
  • Onsite recreation includes bike rentals
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the breakfast
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Aboyne Golf Club and 6 minutes from The Butterworth Gallery
  • Pets welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Boat Inn also features a terrace, a garden, and coffee/tea in a common area. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Aboyne inn.

The Boat Inn - This restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Boat Inn

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1720
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between March 4 and April 25.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • 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.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

The Boat Inn Inn
The Boat Inn Aboyne
The Boat Inn Inn Aboyne

The Boat Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 201 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 201 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 201 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 201 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 201 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for 2 nights in the boat house. The room itself was beautifully decorated and the food in the restaurant was fabulous! We loved being able to take a walk after dinner on the river each night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Krista, St George

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I'm surprised this hotel gets the good reviews it does. We stayed in the newer building out back and it seemed the quality of a newer budget hotel, walls are paper thin and you can hear every person coming/going talking etc. Bathroom is the smallest we have had on this trip and water ran right out of the sink onto your feet if you accidentally turned it on to high. Bed was comfortable, breakfast was good and staff was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a clean and comfortable hotel. The only thing I was not so keen on was the very dark paint on walls in bedroom. But that is just personal taste and definitely not a criticism
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was included and very good - taste and service. Room was fine but no temperature control so it was a little cold at times and a little warm at times. Overall will come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First time staying at The Boat. Definitely will be back soon. Very friendly staff, lovely comfortable room and a fabulous breakfast made it great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

adrian

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
staff were great. Catering was very good (we were there for a wedding reception.) Friendly atmosphere.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
As usual I had the most incredible stay. Becks and her team are the best, thank you for a really comfortable stay. Breakfasts are incredible!!!! ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dewi

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

Best breakfast EVER - anywhere.

Fabulous room, fabulous local food of high provenance and friendly staff. The best breakfast I have ever had at any hotel. Loved the place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Amazing old school pub with delicious food, friendly staff and comfy beds
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

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

Great Country Hotel

Lovely Village Hotel full of character and log fire's. The Bar has a good feel to it. The food was excellent and so was the breakfast. Will recommend to my friends and family.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

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

Just perfect

The friendliest staff and loveliest place to stay in Deeside.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

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

My stay

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming and comfortable with nice dining room - enjoyed dinner and breakfast. Nice walking trail across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely setting, clean stylish room, friendly staff, good food. What’s not to like?
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Marie-Claude

Liked: Amenities
Enjoyed my stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick

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

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Beautiful hotel great staff and lovely rooms

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Estelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

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

8/10 Good

Mafmudije

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

nice hotel off the beaten path

Pros: huge bathroom (rare in Scotland lol), comfortable bed, in a small town off the beaten path. friendly staff Cons: walls a little thin, but restaurant closes and all staff leave by 11 so the place gets quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Elisabeth Faye

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

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

Comfy stay

We really enjoyed our 3 night stay here - the beds were comfy and the breakfasts and dinners were delicious, and parking was easy. We were in the back building and the small patio was nice, and the room was quiet
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

Excellent

This is our first trip to Scotland and this has been our favorite hotel. We really liked the previous hotels too so for this to be our favorite says a lot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024