The Best Ski Hotels and Ski Chalets in Aberdeenshire
We have created a list with the best ski hotels and ski chalets in Aberdeenshire, UK. We have also included holiday homes, bed and breakfasts, historic buildings, guest houses, family-run hotels and inns. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ada Hansen & Lars Hansen. Updated December 2023.
Bed and Breakfast. Offering a garden and river view, Lys-Na-Greyne is located in Aboyne, 48 km from Hilton Community Centre and 49 km from Aberdeen Art Gallery & Museum. The 5-star bed and breakfast features mountain views and is 33 km from Balmoral Castle. Skiing, cycling and hiking are possible within the area, and the bed and breakfast offers ski storage space. There is free private parking and the property provides paid airport shuttle service. The units in the bed and breakfast are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kettle, an iPod docking station, a hair dryer and a CD player. With a private bathroom equipped with a walk-in shower and bathrobes, units at the bed and breakfast also offer free WiFi, while certain rooms include a terrace. Additional in-room amenities include fruits and chocolates or cookies. Guests can relax in the on-site bar or lounge, while packed lunches are also available upon request. Aberdeen Harbour is 50 km from Lys-Na-Greyne, while Aboyne Golf Club is 3.3 km away. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 46 km from the accommodation. Facilities at this hotel include ski storage. Show full description
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Boutique hotel. Situated in Aberdeen, 6.7 km from Beach Ballroom, The Marcliffe Hotel and Spa features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. You can play billiards and mini-golf at this 5-star hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and skiing. The accommodation provides a business centre, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, rooms come with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The rooms come with a safety deposit box, while some rooms include a patio and others also boast garden views. The rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. Guests at The Marcliffe Hotel and Spa can enjoy a Full English/Irish breakfast. Aberdeen Art Gallery & Museum is 5.2 km from the accommodation, while Aberdeen Harbour is 5.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 11 km from The Marcliffe Hotel and Spa. Facilities at this hotel include ski storage and spa and wellness centre. Show full description
Guest House. No 45, Ballater is a guesthouse set in an acre of gardens and is just 5 minutes' walk from the centre of Ballater. The individually designed rooms each offer unique charm. Balmoral Castle is just 6 miles away, and the Glenshee and Lecht ski resorts are a 30-minute drive away. All feature a hospitality tray with Scottish biscuits, tea, coffee and hot chocolate. The spacious and comfortable public areas include a lounge with leather sofas and log fire in winter, and a library with a wide selection of books and games. Breakfast is served in the conservatory from 08:00 - 09:30, with a full Scottish breakfast, porridge and a variety of cooked options. There is a range of teas and coffees along with cereals, fruit and yoghurt. No 45, Ballater is surrounded by beautiful scenery with mountain and riverside walks close by. Facilities at this hotel include ski storage. Show full description
Bed and Breakfast. Featuring a garden and views of mountain, Craggan is a bed and breakfast situated in a historic building in Ballater, 16 km from Balmoral Castle. This bed and breakfast offers free private parking and full-day security. Guests at Craggan will be able to enjoy activities in and around Ballater, like skiing, cycling and hiking. Outdoor seating allows guests to enjoy the fresh air. The units at the bed and breakfast come with a seating area and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. Featuring a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and bathrobes, units at the bed and breakfast also have free WiFi, while selected rooms will provide you with a terrace. At the bed and breakfast, the units are fitted with bed linen and towels. Buffet and à la carte breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fresh pastries are available every morning at the bed and breakfast. CairnGorm National Park is 45 km from the accommodation, while Aboyne Golf Club is 20 km away. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 63 km from Craggan. Facilities at this hotel include ski storage. Show full description
Boutique hotel. On the banks of the River Dee, The Boat Inn in Aboyne offers accommodation, a cosy bar and restaurant. This Aberdeenshire inn lies around 4 miles east of the Cairngorms National Park, and provides free parking and Wi-Fi in public areas. A full Scottish breakfast is served at The Boat Inn, with bacon, sausage, black pudding, eggs, beans, tomatoes, mushrooms and toast. Pancakes, French toast, and smoked salmon with scrambled eggs is also available, along with Vegetarian and Vegan options, as well as a buffet selection of cereal, yoghurts, fresh fruit and juices. The 16 individually styled rooms have en-suite facilities, Ortho Opulence beds, 200 thread count cotton linen, fresh tea and coffee, TV, hairdryer and free WiFi. Some rooms offer views of the river. Accommodation is offered in two separate areas, 8 bedrooms within the original Inn and 8 bedrooms within the detached Boat House. The Boat House offers rooms with soft furnishings, deep freestanding baths, balconies and super-king beds. The restaurant serves a high-quality menu using fine Scottish ingredients. Aberdeen Angus steaks, North Sea fish and seafood and Highland cheeses are among the offerings. Aboyne is around 30 miles west of Aberdeen. The city’s vibrant Union Street shopping district features well-known stores and boutique shops and is less than 1 hour’s drive. Facilities at this hotel include ski storage. Show full description
Holiday Home. Clovenstone Lodges are located in Inverurie, Aberdeenshire. There is free parking and free Wi-Fi access is available at this rurally located, modern holiday home. The property is 11 miles from Dyce Airport and the Lecht Ski Centre is 42 miles away. The accommodation will provide you with a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave. The open-plan living area offers a TV and views of the garden. At Clovenstone Lodges you will find a furnished outside decking area. The property is fully accessible for wheelchair users. This holiday home is 1 mile from Kintore and Inverurie Golf Club is 5 miles away. Facilities at this hotel include ski storage. Show full description
Holiday Home. Hillview is a semi-detached holiday home with a barbecue, situated in Ballater in the Grampian Region. The unit is 11 km from Balmoral Castle. The holiday home offers free private parking on-site Bike hire is available at the property and the area is popular for skiing and golfing. Royal Lochnagar Distillery is 11 km from Hillview, while Lecht ski & Multi activity centre is 18 km away. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property. The accommodation is equipped with a kitchen with built in fridge/freezer, microwave, oven, dishwasher and washing machine. Towels and bed linen are featured at Hillview. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including horse riding and cycling. Aberdeen Airport is 53 km from the property.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast. Set in Braemar and only 20 km from Balmoral Castle, Cranford Guest House offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property has garden views and is 20 km from CairnGorm National Park and 14 km from Glenshee Ski Centre. Skiing, cycling and hiking are possible within the area, and the bed and breakfast offers ski storage space. The bed and breakfast features family rooms. At the bed and breakfast, the units have a outdoor furniture, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The bed and breakfast provides certain units with quiet street views, and the units are equipped with a kettle. Additional in-room amenities include chocolates or cookies. Guests may relax in the on-site lounge, while packed lunches are also available upon request. Corgarff Castle is 37 km from Cranford Guest House. The nearest airport is Dundee Airport, 79 km from the accommodation. Facilities at this hotel include ski storage. Show full description
Boutique hotel.Opened August 2021. Cambus O' May Hotel has free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Ballater. 23 km from Balmoral Castle and 13 km from Aboyne Golf Club, the property offers ski storage space, as well as a bar. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Ballater, like hiking, skiing and cycling. The hotel also features free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. At the hotel, the rooms include a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Cambus O' May Hotel provides some rooms with mountain views, and each room has a kettle. At the accommodation all rooms are equipped with a seating area. Guests at Cambus O' May Hotel can enjoy a buffet or a continental breakfast. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving British cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Cambus O' May Hotel offers a children's playground. Craigievar Castle is 25 km from Cambus O' May Hotel, while Kildrummy Castle is 28 km from the property. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 56 km from the hotel. Facilities at this hotel include ski storage. Show full description
Guest House. Set in Braemar and only 20 km from CairnGorm National Park, Ivy Cottage Bed and Breakfast offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 20 km from Balmoral Castle, 15 km from Glenshee Ski Centre and 36 km from Corgarff Castle. At the guest house, units are equipped with a private bathroom. Guests can also relax in the garden. The nearest airport is Dundee Airport, 80 km from the guest house.Show full description
Inn / Guest House. Balmoral Arms is situated in village of Ballater, in the centre of Royal Deeside. The property offers open log fires and free WiFi. Each room at Balmoral Arms a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Balmoral Arms offers meals in the bar, and an a la carte and grill menu in the restaurant. Ballater is situated on the River Dee, and is surrounded by views of The Cairngorms National Park. It is a 15-minute drive from Balmoral Castle and the holiday home of the British Royal Family. Facilities at this hotel include ski storage. Show full description
Hotel. In the rustic village of Dinnet in the heart of Royal Deeside, this family-run hotel is ideal for exploring the Highlands and tourist and sporting activities in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire. On the edge of the Scottish Highlands, this Victorian hotel is the perfect base from which to explore the natural beauty of Scotland. There are many activities close by, including golf, skiing, fishing and stalking. Glenshee and the Lecht, 2 of the 5 Scottish ski resorts, are both approximately 30 miles from the hotel, with the necessary instruction and ski equipment available for hire. . Facilities at this hotel include ski storage. Show full description
Holiday Home. Offering a garden and garden view, Invercauld Lodges is situated in Ballater, 18 km from Balmoral Castle and 46 km from CairnGorm National Park. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. Skiing and cycling can be enjoyed nearby, while a bicycle rental service and ski storage space are also available on-site. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. The holiday home provides guests with a terrace, mountain views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also offered, as well as a kettle. At the holiday home, units include bed linen and towels. For those times when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to cook on the barbecue. For guests with children, the holiday home features outdoor play equipment. Aboyne Golf Club is 20 km from Invercauld Lodges, while Corgarff Castle is 25 km from the property. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 63 km from the accommodation. Facilities at this hotel include ski storage. Show full description
Camp Site. Howe of Torbeg provides glamping accommodation near Ballater, within the Cairngorms National Park. Guests can use the property's Kadai fire bowls for BBQs and evenings around the fire. Skiing can be enjoyed within close proximity of the campsite. Logs are available to purchase on-site. Balmoral Castle is 9 km from Howe of Torbeg. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 57 km from the property.Show full description
Holiday Home. Located in Braemar and only 20 km from Balmoral Castle, Milne's Brae, cosy, comfortable and centrally located in beautiful Braemar provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property features garden and quiet street views, and is 15 km from Glenshee Ski Centre. Guests can also warm themselves near outdoor fireplace after a day of skiing. The property is non-smoking and is set 20 km from CairnGorm National Park. The 4-bedroom holiday home is equipped with a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven, and 3 bathrooms with walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. For guests with children, the holiday home offers a children's playground. Corgarff Castle is 36 km from Milne's Brae, cosy, comfortable and centrally located in beautiful Braemar. The nearest airport is Dundee Airport, 80 km from the accommodation. Facilities at this hotel include ski storage. Show full description
Holiday Home. Featuring a terrace with river views, a garden and barbecue facilities, Heather Cottage Aberdeen can be found in Aberdeen, close to Duthie Park and 5.4 km from Beach Ballroom. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the holiday home free of charge. Skiing and cycling can be enjoyed nearby, while a ski equipment rental service and a ski pass sales point are also available on-site. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the holiday home's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax. Boasting a DVD player, the holiday home has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 4 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms with a bath and a shower. A private entrance leads guests into the holiday home, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and chocolates or cookies. This holiday home is allergy-free and non-smoking. At Heather Cottage Aberdeen, the family-friendly restaurant is open for dinner, lunch and brunch and specialises in American cuisine. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Aberdeen, like hiking and pub crawls. Aberdeen Art Gallery & Museum is 3.7 km from Heather Cottage Aberdeen, while Aberdeen Harbour is 4.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 11 km from the holiday home. Facilities at this hotel include ski storage and availability to buy ski passes on-site. Show full description
Holiday Home. Boasting garden views, Dormie Cottage, lovely bright and spacious bungalow with wood fire provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 18 km from Balmoral Castle. Featuring bicycle parking, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. If you would like to discover the area, skiing, cycling and hiking are possible in the surroundings and the holiday home can arrange a ski equipment rental service. The holiday home also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. The holiday home with a terrace and mountain views has 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. The unit is soundproofed and is comprised of a carpeted floor as well as a fireplace. The property has an outdoor dining area. CairnGorm National Park is 47 km from Dormie Cottage, lovely bright and spacious bungalow with wood fire, while Aboyne Golf Club is 20 km from the property. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 63 km from the accommodation. Facilities at this hotel include ski storage. Show full description
Holiday Home. Featuring a garden and views of inner courtyard, Drumdelgie Cottages is a holiday home situated in a historic building in Huntly, 7 km from Huntly Castle. There is a private entrance at the holiday home for the convenience of those who stay. Guests can also warm themselves near outdoor fireplace after a day of skiing. The holiday home also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. The holiday home provides guests with a patio, garden views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the holiday home, all units include bed linen and towels. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. For guests with children, the holiday home features outdoor play equipment. Elgin Cathedral is 42 km from Drumdelgie Cottages, while Leith Hall Garden & Estate is 18 km away. Facilities at this hotel include ski storage. Show full description
Holiday Home. Boasting garden views, Inchmarlo Golf Resort, Banchory Villa 38 AS00482F provides accommodation with a balcony, around 35 km from Beach Ballroom. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the holiday home free of charge. Guests at Inchmarlo Golf Resort, Banchory Villa 38 AS00482F will be able to enjoy activities in and around Inchmarlo, like skiing. The property is non-smoking and is located 34 km from Aberdeen Art Gallery & Museum. Featuring a DVD player, the holiday home has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 3 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a bath. Guests can take in the views of the mountain from the terrace, which also has outdoor furniture. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. Hilton Community Centre is 34 km from the accommodation, while Aberdeen Harbour is 35 km away. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 32 km from Inchmarlo Golf Resort, Banchory Villa 38 AS00482F.Show full description
Holiday Home. Located in Ballater and only 17 km from Balmoral Castle, Cairn Leuchan provides accommodation with river views, free WiFi and free private parking. It is situated 49 km from CairnGorm National Park and features luggage storage space. Skiing and cycling can be enjoyed nearby, while a bicycle rental service and ski storage space are also available on-site. Aboyne Golf Club is 21 km away and Corgarff Castle is 27 km from the holiday home. The holiday home with a patio and mountain views features 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a bath. The unit is soundproofed and includes a carpeted floor as well as a fireplace. This holiday home is allergy-free and non-smoking. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Ballater, like hiking. Craigievar Castle is 33 km from Cairn Leuchan, while Kildrummy Castle is 37 km away. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 65 km from the accommodation. Facilities at this hotel include ski storage. Show full description
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