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The Boat Inn

3.0 star property
Inn with free parking, near Aboyne Golf Club

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Located near Deeside Activity Park, The Boat Inn welcomes guests with a cozy lobby fireplace and an all-day restaurant. Relax on the garden terrace or borrow bikes to explore. Guests love the quality breakfast and attentive staff.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, Bathtub

Deluxe Suite, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, River View

Deluxe Double Room, River View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin Room, Balcony

Double or Twin Room, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Suite, Balcony

Deluxe Suite, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room

Deluxe Triple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
Charlestown Rd, Aboyne, Scotland, AB34 5EL

What's nearby

  • Aboyne Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Reflect Spa - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Deeside Activity Park - 6 min drive - 7.3 km
  • The Butterworth Gallery - 6 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve - 12 min drive - 15.4 km

Getting around

  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Corner House Tearoom - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Boat Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Spider On A Bicycle - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Loch Kinord Hotel & Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Sign Of The Black Face Sheep - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Boat Inn

Inn near Aboyne Golf Club
Located close to Deeside Activity Park, The Boat Inn provides a terrace, a garden and a fireplace in reception. The on-site restaurant, The Boat Inn, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and children's meals. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, an electric car charging station and wedding services
  • A TV in reception, outdoor furniture and coffee/tea in reception
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Heating, daily housekeeping and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Boat Inn

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1720
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 4 March and 25 April.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

The Boat Inn Inn
The Boat Inn Aboyne
The Boat Inn Inn Aboyne

Frequently asked questions

Is The Boat Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this inn allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Boat Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Boat Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Boat Inn?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Boat Inn located?

Situated in Aboyne, this inn is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Aboyne Golf Club, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Deeside Activity Park and The Butterworth Gallery. Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve and Craigievar Castle are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

The Boat Inn Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 164 out of 205 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 205 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 205 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 205 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 205 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gregor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent comfortable and clean. Great staff and location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fraser

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic pub with excellent food and rooms, highly recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Country Hotel

Lovely Village Hotel full of character and log fire's. The Bar has a good feel to it. The food was excellent and so was the breakfast. Will recommend to my friends and family.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely remote location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent short stay from start to finish. Staff excellent as were all facilities and food and drink. Highly recommend the Boat Inn.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love this hotel

Can not fault the hotel or the staff. Room Was good size, clean and comfortable. The staff are welcoming, helpful and friendly. Food was fab and service quick. Great wee hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just loved the quaintness of this Inn and Pub. Friendly staff, great food, lovely room overlooking the river. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Inn, spacious rooms with unique atmospheric decor and good food in the restaurant. Service was attentive and helpful. I would select this hotel again if staying in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Mafmudije

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

nice hotel off the beaten path

Pros: huge bathroom (rare in Scotland lol), comfortable bed, in a small town off the beaten path. friendly staff Cons: walls a little thin, but restaurant closes and all staff leave by 11 so the place gets quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

We had the perfect stay at The Boat Inn. Superb location in a beautiful part of Scotland. The staff were very efficient and friendly. The meals were great and we will look forward to another visit.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Myra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed one night on way home from a function. Room was very comfortable, the food excellent, staff all so pleasant and helpful. Breakfast was more interesting and varied than I have seen - really enjoyed it. Relaxed atmosphere made us feel so welcome
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Wako

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I ate till I couldn’t eat anymore and had a great night’s sleep. Then thoroughly enjoyed the modern shower setup and breakfast in the restaurant. If I’m ever back in Aboyne I know where I would stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Freshen up after camping off-grid.

After two nights camping without utilities, we needed to freshen up and have a few of lifes luxuries.water/toilets/fresh sheets. We enjoyed our stay at this place, the room, food and bar were just what we needed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deryck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great discovery

This was a last minute decision to go away for the night and we stumbled upon the Boat Inn while working through Hotels.com. Great place to stay, good pub grub, lovely clean and smart room, dog friendly and very peaceful. The staff were brilliant. And they have EV charging!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Back to The Boat Inn

Third visit here.Lovely clean room. Excellent breakfast. Staff friendly & helpful. Drinking water in the room would be welcomed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superb

Couldn’t fault a thing. Staff are amazing. A gem!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Little piece of Highland Heaven!

This is a lovely place to stay on the banks of the beautiful River Dee. It was truly a slice of highland heaven! We had a deluxe river view room which had the most stunning view from the window seat! The food was lovely and every member of the staff team we encountered was very kind and helpful. We will definitely be back to stay again. I would recommend this to other travellers.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Boat Inn is everything you could ask for. Great food / service / drinks selection. All the staff were 5-star. …. The accommodations in the rear were spectacular , spotless , every room en-suite and then there are the views. Would go back in a heartbeat! Thankyou to you all 👍
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One night stay to dine

Came for one night for the food as we had read good reports and were not disappointed, it was excellent both dinner and breakfast. We had a small dog and found a dog towel, treats, poo bags and a feeding mat provided in the room and also in the bar area. Nice clean room and bathroom. It would have been nice for the heating to have been on before arrival as it was cold, but was nice and warm after our walk from the electric heater and towel rail
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

WAYNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed for one night as in the area for business purposes. Had an evening meal in the bar area and the food was excellent. Room was clean and nicely decorated with all amenities provided. Staff were professional and courteous. The breakfast was superb in the morning although I did not have much appetite early on I wouldnt have gone hungry if I had been ready for food. Lovely natural yoghurt with fruit compote and honey and although I didnt actually eat the bacon barm at breakfast I took it away and ate if for lunch cold and the bacon was really good quality.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a super lovely and calm atmosphaer there. The whole Service was very kind and extremly friendly, wich I loved the most! The Room was super comfortable to be in. Thank you for that wonderful experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great stay

great Inn
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stéphanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Notre hôtel coup de coeur de notre road-trip en Ecosse ! Il se trouve que nous l'avons choisi pour deux raisons. 1/ il est à 30min en voiture du château de Balmoral, où nous avons passé l'après-midi. 2/ il date des années 1700 et il ne nous en fallait pas plus. Cela dit, nous avons dormi dans l'extension, le boat house, à l'arrière du bâtiment, derrière le parking gratuit (où il y a des bornes pour véhicules électriques). On a super bien dormi, pourtant nous étions craintifs à l'arrivée car cela ne semblait pas très bien insonorisé mais tout le monde était vraiment calme et nous n'avons rien entendu la nuit. Evidemment, il est possible de réserver une table dés l'arrivée pour y manger le soir, et c'était excellent pour un très bon prix, avec un petit train électrique le long du plafond qui fait le tour du restaurant pour ravir les enfants (et les plus grands). Le petit-déjeuner était inclu, et c'est à la carte avec différentes possibilités. Nous avons opté pour le porridge à la pomme et nous sommes vraiment régalé, avec du café, du jus de pomme, des toasts et de la confiture. Un moment hors du temps avec un personnel aux petits soins. Je comprends mieux la réputation de ce Inn, et je suis ravie de pouvoir contribuer aux bons avis !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for 2 nights in the boat house. The room itself was beautifully decorated and the food in the restaurant was fabulous! We loved being able to take a walk after dinner on the river each night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025