Set in the heart of Royal Deeside, within the Cairngorms National Park, the Auld Kirk is a fine example of a Victorian Scottish Free Church building. In addition to being a fabulous place to eat the Auld Kirk is a great place to stay. Whether you are searching for a relaxing weekend, a base for touring the highlands or a venue for a special celebration , the Auld Kirk has a team of experienced staff who strive to provide a high level of quality and service. Having only six letting bedrooms enables us to provide a very personal service to our guests. All our bedrooms are on the first floor and all have now been fully refurbished. We provide a range of guest amenities in each room including refreshment trays, iron and ironing boards, hairdryers, televisions, direct dial telephones with voicemail and, in the majority of rooms, wireless internet access (bring your own laptop). Broadband is also accessible in the bar and on the outside terrace and is free to resident guests. Dinner is served in the ’Spirit Restaurant’. The high vaulted ceilings, cathedral windows and ornate chandeliers provide a unique and elegant dining experience in which to enjoy great food and wine. Our waiting staff are efficient , very friendly and helpful without being intrusive. We will let you enjoy your meal without distraction, but be available when you need us. Dinner is served from Tuesday to Saturday from 6.30pm. Carefully blending the old with the new the Kirk Bar provides a stylish and interesting venue to relax and socialise. The bar counter (hand crafted from antique pew ends), contemporary lighting, the original (if modest) baptism font and a good selection of fine Scottish single malt whisky all add to the ambiance. The Kirk Bar Terrace allows customers to make the most of the Ballater sunshine, (weather permitting) and even bring the dog. The bar has a full hotel licence and is open from 10 am daily. A wide range of activities and interests can be found on our doorstep. Scenic walks begin 100m from the Auld Kirk, ranging from a gentle stroll along the banks of the river Dee to an energetic climb up Craigendarroch Hill, or through the Pannanich forrest where deer, red squirrels and the elusive and now rare Capercaillie can be found. For those wishing to be a little more adventurous Balalter is surrounded by stunning peaks such as Lochnagar, beautiful forrests and sporting estates including Balmoral and Glen Tanar and of course lots of water. To assist in exploring this amazing part of Royal Deeside, mountain bikes, cannoes, fishing equipment etc are all available for hire in the village. Rates From: £40 per person per night. Children Welcome. Dinner is available. Ample off street parking. Pets welcome. No smoking. 4 Star AA.

The warmest of welcomes awaits you in this small, friendly, family run hotel where your hosts are Euan & Susan Cameron & Staff The Station Hotel is situated in the beautiful historical coastal town of Portsoy on the Moray Firth, offering you the perfect base to enjoy, walking & rambling, golf, the malt whisky trail, fishing, wildlife & sealife, spectacular scenery, or simply just relaxing. The Station Hotel in Portsoy has 14 very comfortable, tastefully decorated bedrooms and a 2 bed-roomed family suite. The Station Hotel in Portsoy, prides itself on the standard of food and service provided in our Restaurant. We endeavor to make the full dining experience at the hotel a memorable one. We have an extensive a la carte menu, where our chefs take full advantage of the finest fresh local ingredients. And of course all the dishes are cooked to order. Portsoy is one of the prettiest and most unspoiled villages on the Moray Firth Coast. It is a small holiday town (population 2000) about 50 miles north west of Aberdeen. Locals and visitors enjoy the benefits of a peaceful rural setting as well as the some of the best coastal views in Scotland. The climate in Portsoy is better than you would expect as well, the tail end of the Gulf Stream ensuring its usually mild rather than cold, and less than half the rain of the West Coast. Rates : £65 per room per night based on 2 people sharing. Children are welcome. Smoking rooms available. Dinner is available. Off street parking. 2 Star STB.

Situated four miles east of the picturesque Deeside Village of Ballater, the Cambus 0'May Hotel provides a haven of peace and tranquillity, yet affords direct access to the A93 Aberdeen to Perth road. Set in sixteen acres of attractive wooded grounds the hotel overlooks the River Dee and the hills beyond. The Hotel, which has been owned and run by the McKechnie family for over quarter of a century, provides warm and friendly service with cuisine and comfort to match. Great emphasis is placed on the personal attention shown to our guests, which allows them to enjoy a memorable and relaxing stay with us. Originally a Victorian hunting lodge built in 1874 this Country House has been carefully modernised to provide 12 tastefully furnished bedrooms, all different and in keeping with the ambience of the building. All rooms have en-suite facilities, colour television, hair dryer and individually controlled heating. Hospitality trays are available on request, otherwise we would be delighted to serve early morning tea or coffee in your room. The elegant residents lounge with comfortable seating and open fire overlooks the front gardens and the valley beyond. It is here that guests may relax, enjoy a chat with friends, perhaps take afternoon tea or finish off their meal with coffee, mints and liqueurs. Our unique pine-clad lounge bar with its log fire is the perfect place for a pre-dinner drink or to just unwind at the end of an eventful day. The small dining room which has panoramic views across the Dee Valley is the ideal place to enjoy the excellent cuisine offered from the table d'hote menu which changes daily. The menu makes use of the best of local produce and can be complemented by a range of fine wines from our cellar. Special culinary requirements or diets can be catered for if discussed at time of booking and every effort will be taken to satisfy your needs. The hotel welcomes families, the large grounds offering children scope to explore in safety and our close proximity to the Cambus O'May to Ballater walkway provides a traffic free and attractive environment to cycle or walk to the nearby village of Ballater. Nestling at the foot of Lochnagar, Ballater is enjoyed by many visitors for its excellent range of friendly shops, most of which sport the Royal Warrants of members of the Royal Family. The area makes an ideal base for enjoying the myriad of pursuits available including golfing/ fishing, shooting, cycling, hill walking and even gliding. The Whisky Trail is easily followed from Deeside and Balmoral Castle is only one of many splendid historic buildings and castles to be visited in the Grampian Region. Rates : From £35 per person per night. Children are welcome. Smoking & Non Smoking rooms available. Pets are allowed. Dinner is available. Off street parking available. 3 Star STB.

Seaside Edwardian elegance awaits you at the Sea Marge with its commanding cliff-top views. This historic house offers a fascinating variety of comfortable rooms with excellent food and wines. Built to take best advantage of its commanding seaside position, this fascinating Grade II listed house has been lovingly restored to create a luxurious family hotel. Original features are combined with every modern comfort and impeccable service to make sure you enjoy your seaside stay in what Country Living's coast magazine listed as one of the top ten coastal hotels in the country. Each of the 25 en-suite rooms has its own style: many have sweeping sea views. Our new deluxe wing provides larger suites for the ultimate in luxury. Some regular guests return to the same room; others enjoy trying a new room each time they visit. Five acres of well-tended gardens give you room to relax. Terraced lawns run down to the coastal path and open beach. You’ll find quiet suntraps for a lazy afternoon or a shady loggia for a pre-dinner drink. Choosing your room is one of the pleasures of staying at a hotel which prides itself on avoiding the pre-packaged conformity of larger establishments. The choice of styles, views, shapes and features is fascinating. You are welcome to telephone to discuss which might suit your stay. All bedrooms and en-suite bathrooms have been recently refurbished to keep up with the demands of our guests. All have colour television, tea and coffee facilities and direct dial telephone. Standard Rooms : Standard is hardly an adequate description of the lovely rooms overlooking the gardens or the village. Each room has a charm of its own, many with period features from the original house. All have modern bathrooms, television, tea and coffee facilities and telephone. Superior Rooms : The Superior rooms at the Sea Marge make the most of the hotel's position with sweeping views of the gardens and the sea beyond. Each room is comfortably furnished and has a modern bathroom en-suite. Television, tea and coffee facilities and telephone are in every room. Deluxe Rooms : Deluxe rooms have feature beds and comfortable seating areas so that you can relax and enjoy the panoramic sea views. You can choose from a spa bath or an Edwardian freestanding style. Luxury Suites : Converting an additional wing has created three additional suites to join our popular Lookout Suite and an extra deluxe room. All suites have bedroom, bathroom and sitting room with an additional sofa bed for extra accommodation. The Clement Scott bar is the hub of the Sea Marge, sitting under a vaulted timber roof with the stunning minstrels’ gallery running along two sides. Close to the bar is the Clementine Lounge with a ready supply of games. In fine weather the bar spills out on to the terrace overlooking the sea or the loggia facing the rose garden, giving you a choice of sun or shade. You can dine with a sea view in Frazer’s Restaurant or the Winston Room. In either you will be served the finest of food and wine. Our chefs vary their offerings with the season so that you can be sure of the freshest local produce prepared with skill and care. Whatever your mood or choice of dish, our selection of fine wines will ensure that you have the perfect match. The Sea Marge has just been awarded an AA rosette for culinary excellence. The Sea Marge is on the edge of the coastal village of Overstrand, for more than a hundred years a popular destination for those seeking a break from busy lives. The Norfolk coast begins at the bottom of the garden, with its sweeping beaches, health giving walks and, not far away, the unique bird reserves. Inland, the peaceful countryside is home to pretty villages, well-marked footpaths and intriguing inns. The small towns of Cromer and Sheringham nearby retain a comfortable seaside charm, while further afield the fine city of Norwich offers much of historical interest and fine shopping. Rates : From £134 per room per night based on 2 people sharing. Children are welcome. No smoking. Sorry, no pets. Dinner is available. Off street parking. 3 Star AA & ETB. Disabled facilities - please enquire for exact details.