We stayed here in August for 3 days. The hotel is a 5 minute walk from the centre of Ballater. We went walking, canoeing and biking along well-marked trails. We highly recommend taking the dinner, bed and breakfast option. Whilst there are other restaurants in Ballater (we ate at 2 others), the food at the Deeside was first class and great value as part of the package. I would go as far as to say that one of the meals I had here rated as one of my top 5 meals ever! Note the dinner, bed and breakfast rate is only available when booked in advance.

Lovely comfortable bedrooms and welcoming host Fenella. We are definitely returning!

This is our second visit and we were not disappointed!

Great small hotel, friendly helpful owner and great food. We stayed for four nights and took advantage of the DB&B package which was good value.

Ballater is a great location for walking. We picked up a hire car from Aberdeen airport to get around and were able to enjoy some good walking in the near by Glens.

No problem recommending the Deeside Hotel.

Great small hotel
Lovely rooms
Food excellent
Charming hostess
Amazing value for money

We stayed here over the weekend of my father's 70th birthday. They were happy to accommodate us at very short notice, and were very warm and welcoming of our stay.

The rooms are very clean, and comfortable, with a nicely decorated restaurant, and homely bar and lounge areas. The restaurant has an excellent and varied menu, with a nicely rounded wine list with something for everyone. The food is fresh, and delicious - all local produce (my father's venison was superbly cooked!).

To top it all, a gracious and attentive host and hostess. I highly recomend this charming hotel and would be delighted to stay here again.