Cambus O' May Traditional Highland Hotel - Ballater

3-star traditional Highland hotel in Ballater with private woodland and river walks

Rooms & Accommodations

The Cambus O' May Traditional Highland Hotel in Ballater offers family rooms, double rooms with garden or mountain views, and a deluxe double with a roll-top bath. The Kennel Apartment provides self-contained accommodation with kitchen facilities and a private walled garden. All rooms include tea and coffee making amenities, private bathrooms, and soundproofing.

Dining

The hotel's restaurant serves home-cooked evening meals with a menu that changes nightly, utilizing local ingredients such as venison from Balmoral Estate. A continental breakfast is included each morning, offering a wide selection including gluten-free options, fresh pastries, cheeses, meats, and boiled eggs. The bar stocks a curated selection of local whiskies and provides a relaxed setting with an open fire.

Location & Grounds

Cambus O' May Hotel sits within its own private woodland, offering direct access to scenic walking paths and the River Dee. The grounds include a garden, picnic area, barbecue facilities, an outdoor fireplace, and a children's playground. Free on-site private parking is available, and the hotel provides bicycles for guest use to explore the surrounding Deeside area.

Wellness & Activities

Guests can use the on-site sauna and relax on sun loungers in the garden. The hotel offers badminton equipment, board games, and bike tours for active recreation. An electric vehicle charging station and ski storage are also available for guests.

Pet & Family Friendly

The hotel welcomes pets, providing pet baskets and bowls, and allows dogs in most areas except the dining room. Children have access to outdoor play equipment, a playground, and board games in the shared lounge. Family rooms and a family suite with a private kitchen are available.

• Rooms: Family rooms, double rooms, Kennel Apartment with kitchen
• Dining: Home-cooked dinners, continental breakfast with gluten-free options
• Location: Private woodland, River Dee walks, near Balmoral
• Wellness: On-site sauna, sun loungers, garden
• Activities: Bicycle rental, bike tours, badminton, board games
• Facilities: Electric vehicle charging station, ski storage, BBQ area
• Pet friendly: Pet baskets and bowls, dogs welcome in common areas