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The Boat Inn

3.0 star property
Inn with free parking, near Aboyne Golf Club
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
January 2025
February 2025

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Front of property
Deluxe Triple Room
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Bar (on property)
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The price is NZ$265
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025

Explore the area

Map
Charlestown Rd, Aboyne, Scotland, AB34 5EL
  • Aboyne Golf Club
    20 min walk
  • The Boat Inn
    1 min walk
  • Kintore Station
    34 min drive
  • Aberdeen (ABZ)
    47 min drive

Room options

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Twin Room

Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Double or Twin Room, Balcony

Double or Twin Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Suite, Balcony

Deluxe Suite, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Suite, Bathtub

Deluxe Suite, Bathtub

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, River View

Deluxe Double Room, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room

Deluxe Triple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The price is NZ$216
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
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About the area

Aboyne

At The Boat Inn, you'll be 1.7 km (1 mi) from Aboyne Golf Club and 6.7 km (4.1 mi) from Deeside Activity Park. Highlights at this inn include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, The Boat Inn, is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Aboyne inn include The Butterworth Gallery and Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve.
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What's nearby

  • Aboyne Golf Club - 20 min walk
  • Reflect Spa - 3 min drive
  • The Butterworth Gallery - 6 min drive
  • Deeside Activity Park - 6 min drive
  • Craigievar Castle - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Boat Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Spider on a Bicycle - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Corner House Tearoom - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Tavern at Huntly Arms - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Golden House Chinese - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Boat Inn

Inn with free parking, near Aboyne Golf Club
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 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.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1720
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Boat Inn offers 16 accommodations with a hairdryer and free 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 telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English

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)

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 4 March and 25 April.

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

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

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
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, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Boat Inn?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Boat Inn?

As of 31 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Boat Inn on 5 Jan 2025 start from NZ$264.95, 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 The Boat Inn?

Yep, The Boat Inn has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

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

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Boat Inn?

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

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Boat Inn?

Furry friends are welcome at The Boat Inn, 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 Inn?

There isn't one on site, but Aboyne Golf Club is a short 20-minute walk away.

The Boat Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 176 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 176 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 176 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 176 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 176 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

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

8/10 Good

Barbara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
I thought it was very mean spirited to charge £4.50 for porridge and I overheard a lady being charged extra for a latte. Bed and breakfast was over £200. I think they could have included porridge.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Very helpful, friendly staff. Comfortable,clean room. Very good food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love this hotel
Can not fault the hotel or the staff. Room Was good size, clean and comfortable. The staff are welcoming, helpful and friendly. Food was fab and service quick. Great wee hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely remote location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

WAYNE

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed for one night as in the area for business purposes. Had an evening meal in the bar area and the food was excellent. Room was clean and nicely decorated with all amenities provided. Staff were professional and courteous. The breakfast was superb in the morning although I did not have much appetite early on I wouldnt have gone hungry if I had been ready for food. Lovely natural yoghurt with fruit compote and honey and although I didnt actually eat the bacon barm at breakfast I took it away and ate if for lunch cold and the bacon was really good quality.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

james

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deryck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great discovery
This was a last minute decision to go away for the night and we stumbled upon the Boat Inn while working through Hotels.com. Great place to stay, good pub grub, lovely clean and smart room, dog friendly and very peaceful. The staff were brilliant. And they have EV charging!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel
We stayed in room 10 which is in a building at the back of the hotel. Room is small but we were only staying one night. Furnishings etc were quite quirky. The ensuite was small. shower was great, the wash hand basin was wide but narrow & couldnt put the tap on fully ,as the water just splashed out with the force. Staff were excellent & plenty of them, service was first class, could not fault them. Overall a lovely hotel in a great location,would definately reccomend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel with wonderful food
I really enjoyed my stay at this excellent hotel. Food was fantastic, especially the shed burger. The breakfast was also of a very high standard. My only slight criticism was the size of the room was a little smaller than I expected and the pillows weren’t very Comfortable but everything else was great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024