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The Barrel

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(206 Ratings)
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8.5 / 10
Excellent(206 Ratings)

Hotel in Ballater

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area

About this hotel

Located in Ballater and with Balmoral Castle reachable within 11 miles, The Barrel has a terrace, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar.

Amenities at The Barrel

Business facilities
Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Heating
Bar
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Family friendly
Key access
Housekeeping available
Fire alarm
Fire extinguisher
Cleaning products

Map of Ballater

city location on map

Nearby attractions

Glenmore Forest Park
25.8 mi
Landmark Forest Adventure Park
33 mi
Speyside Cooperage Visitor Centre
30.4 mi
An Lochan Uaine (Green Loch)
24.6 mi

Available Rooms

Ratings and reviews

8.5 / 10
Excellent(206 Ratings)
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10 / 10Outstanding·May 2026
Just what I needed for the night
I couldn’t drink beer 24/7…..
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2026
Lovely room, great location and welcoming staff. The food was excellent as well.
9 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026
Clean, well equipped & friendly staff
6 / 10Average·Feb 2026
Good location. Comfortable bed. Staff very friendly
No coat hangers/hanging space. Very noisy as over pub. Expensive as breakfast not included
$$$$
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FAQs

Is parking included with this hotel?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at The Barrel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hotel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hotel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is The Barrel pet friendly?

Yes! This hotel is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at The Barrel?

We found 15 amenities for this rental. This includes business facilities, free wifi/internet, free parking, non-smoking, and pets allowed.

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