3 Braemar Road, Ballater, AB35 5RL, United Kingdom
#7 of 10 B&Bs and Inns in Ballater
Guests' ChoiceBased on 287 hotel reviews
8.6Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.6
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.6
Value for money
8.9
Free WiFi
9.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 26 September 2022
Allan
United KingdomFor me, for the money, I was happy.
Relative to others available at the time, I felt that it was great value for money in a great location. Lovely hosts with secure overnight motorcycle parking.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 9 September 2022
David
AustraliaRight in the heart of the beautiful little town of Ballater. Lovely home. Parking was available directly opposite in a small car park..Nice breakfast. Everything was fine and there were no issues.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 2 September 2022
Beatrice
Germanyvery clean, well located, the hosts are very kind and friendly
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 31 August 2022
Janet
United StatesWe used Celicall as our base to walk in the Ballater and Braemar area, and its location was perfect. Across the street from the Ballater tourist office and within easy walking distance of restaurants and shops, Celicall was a comfortable B&B. The hosts are friendly and helpful. Our room was quiet and peaceful at night, and we slept well.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 28 August 2022
Kim
United KingdomExtremely comfortable room. Very central location in Ballater
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 26 August 2022
Anna
United KingdomVery kind and friendly staff. Very flexible check in hours. The room was very spacious, with ensuite bathroom. Parking also available. I would recommend
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 22 August 2022
John
IrelandLovely owners who recommended things to see and do. Breakfast was lovely and it's tailor made to your preferences. Easy walking distance to good pubs and restaurants. Locals very friendly too. Comfy bed and good shower, with nice view of Ballater
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 14 August 2022
Graeme
United KingdomN/A
Stephen & Lynn know how to put people at ease & make them feel so at home. The facilities are perfectly adequate & breakfast done properly ( no waste). Location is superb & very safe parking to rear makes for no need to worry.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 8 August 2022
Nava
United KingdomOne bed was too small for taller people - had a “footrest” at the end. But still very comfortable bed.
Fantastic warm and continental breakfast, but nothing goes to waste since they ask for a specific order. Warm friendly staff. Clean and comfortable rooms. Heater with thermostat in the room.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 2 August 2022
Susan
AustraliaAll good
The location was perfect for visiting Balmoral Castle down the road. our room was good and the breakfast very good. Ballateris a very charming town.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 1 August 2022
Gordon
United KingdomNothing.
Everything! Excellent hosts, very nice accomodation and a great location.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 22 July 2022
Christine
United KingdomOur room may have been a bit tired but in fairness the new owners have only been there a couple of months, other than that we had no issues and we would stay there again.
Very welcoming, pleasant and helpful. Breakfast was very good and the location ideal for our planned visit to Balmoral. We were comfortable and everything we needed was provided even to filling up my drinking water bottle each morning. We were able to park easily outside the property.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 17 July 2022
Richw7
United KingdomNoting to complain about, for the price I paid in high season in such a lovely location. Sadly it's unlikely I'll be back as I normally travel with my dog, however if I'm in the area again without my dog I would return without hesitation.
Welcoming owners, central location, immaculately clean, great breakfast, very good value for a solo traveler. Lovely town and walks from the doorstep and some great bars and restaurants nearby, easy parking and car charging points in main carpark by church 2 mins walk away. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 13 July 2022
Carol
United KingdomThe owner was very helpful and friendly as I had a problem with my booking that she sorted out for me.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 12 July 2022
James
United KingdomRoom was a little small but other than that nothing.
Location in centre of town. Owners were welcoming and friendly. Price included a full English breakfast.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 9 July 2022
Anthony
CanadaBreakfast was great and location perfect
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 4 July 2022
Monika
HungaryIn the center of the city. The bed was very good.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 26 June 2022
Alexandru
United KingdomNothing
everything was at the highest standards
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 26 June 2022
Duncan
United KingdomComfortable bed, nice room with good furniture for storing away your stuff. Friendly owners. Good cooked breakfast with plentiful supply of tea. Close to town centre.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 20 June 2022
Raymond
United Kingdomin a great location , the lady who owned it was very friendly and helpful and parking for motorcycles was secure , all in all a great wee place
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 19 June 2022
Alberto
United Kingdomthere wasn’t any hairdryer in the room
Lovely place, breakfast is pretty good and the owners are lovely!
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 13 June 2022
Lambeth
United KingdomThe address given was unclear as there seems to be two houses in Breamore Road with the number 3. Also we were not given an updated telephone number after the new owners took over.
Friendly owners, good food and exceptionally clean
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 13 June 2022
Elsie
United KingdomI had a very comfortable stay at Celicall Guest House. The hosts were very friendly, the facilities were good and it was very reasonably priced. I enjoyed the cooked breakfast too.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 10 June 2022
Buzz
United KingdomFriendly hosts, nice breakfast, comfy room
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 31 May 2022
Larry
AustraliaRoom was fresh spotless and comfortable. Hosts were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was delicious. Location was perfect. Close to cafes, restaurants and supermarket. Highly recommend!!
Stayed in May 2022
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