The whole team at the Loirston provided excellent, friendly service and we were 1st time coach tourers and were pleasantly surprised at the quality of the food and service at the price we paid. more

The carpet has holes, repaired with tape, everything in the foyer is chipped. Rooms are small and the walls are thin, the gentle snore of a sleeping neighbour being clearly audible. The breakfasts are revolting and the chef could do with a wash and if I turn up early to breakfast I really don't want to be rudely received by... more

Stayed at the Loirston last weekend ,we had 3 bedroomsand for the price we paid we have to describe it as excellent value for money.The beds ,rooms and bathrooms were all spotless.Really good hot food was served by very attentive staff ,entertainment both nights.The public rooms are a bit tired but we were out and about visiting Braemar,Aboyne,Banchory and Aberdeen... more

Stayed 2 nights very cheap deal so did not expect much. Food Ok. Staff excellent although understanding some of the staff difficult. However room dirty and the bathroom had a very flimsy net curtain over clear glass window. Ok during the day but you could not use at night with the light on!! more

Upon arrival all appears delightful from outside, unfortunately that all changes upon entering the hotel. The staff were very uninterested, the lady in charge was very arrogant, the food was acceptable but the rooms really let this quaint hotel down. However Ballater is a beutiful place and more than makes up for the por accomodation. We will return to Ballater... more

Great location for our coach party, right in centre of lovely Aberdeenshire town. Hotel very basic but good bed and adequate if noisy room. Washbasin by window of main street, so I had to close curtains before using it. Also, wall paper torn and missing by window. Sittings for dinner which was ok but quick in and out of dining... more

The Loirston Hotel may not be a luxury hotel but if you are looking for basic but clean rooms, simple but delicious food, and a convenient location in the middle of a pretty Deeside town, then you can't go far wrong. The waiting staff are quietly efficient and very fast - there's almost no wait between courses (almost too fast!),... more

food poor rooms shabby dirty walls need painting staff great especially bartender girl... more

The rooms are basic and we were not sure if the pillow cases were clean. Dinner was served very quickly from a limited, pre-prepared, selection. Serving, eating and clearing away the starter and main course within 30 minutes does not make for relaxed dining. We tried the bar after dinner but we were the only customers and it was gloomy... more