Howe of Torbeg Torbeg Glen Gairn Ballater Aberdeenshire AB35 5XL, Ballater, AB35 5XL, United Kingdom
#2 of 7 hotels in Ballater
Guests' ChoiceBased on 451 hotel reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.5
Facilities
9.0
Staff
9.5
Value for money
9.2
Free WiFi
10.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 31 August 2025
Fiona
AustraliaIt rained both nights so we couldn’t stay sitting around the blazing fire we’d built. But the property could hardly be blamed for that. If we’d been more organised, we would have put wood in the wood-burning stove in the Snug and cosied in there for the evening.
The pods were cosy and comfy, the extra touches like the tea house and the morning breakfasts were charming. The location was lovely.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 28 August 2025
Andrea
United KingdomThe experience wasn't perfect because we slept very badly in that bed in the cabin. We think that if we come back one day we will upgrade to the other more expensive cabin as the bed looks more comfortable.
The place is very nice, I like the view from the cabin and other guests behaved very well. There is everything you need in the kitchen and you only need to bring your food.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 27 August 2025
Ilene
United KingdomThroughly enjoyed our stay,beautiful peaceful location. Well presented and thoughtful extras like seating,fire pit and our favourite the tea shack. Loved our breakfast pack. Definitely will be going back to stay.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 24 August 2025
Debra
AustraliaNicole and Iain were wonderful. The only thing i would suggest is probably a couple more signs giving direction to this beautiful property
the peacefulness of the area
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 21 August 2025
Cdkguitton
FranceAbsolutely everything !
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 21 August 2025
Zuzana
Czech RepublicVery nice people willing to help. Lovely and cosy place.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 14 August 2025
Elisa
ItalyLocations and concept
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 11 August 2025
Alison
United KingdomIt was raining so couldn’t use the fire pit
Spotless accomodation. Great value for money Peaceful location with stunning views
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 11 August 2025
Zied
Belgiumeverything was nice
amazing experience in the nature. great location easy to find - got all the accommodations you need
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 2 August 2025
Trevor
United KingdomGreat location, quiet and small. Very helpful and friendly hosts. Perfect for outdoor-minded people.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 1 August 2025
Kuldaking
Czech Republicthe description of the accommodation corresponds to what you get for the price
Location, style itself
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 29 July 2025
Jonathan
Italy.
Place was super cool,owners are very nice and kind people The village,Ballater, Is not that far
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 24 July 2025
Donna
AustraliaAll fabulous
Never ever have I stayed somewhere so clean, comfortable and with fantastic views Brilliant
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 22 July 2025
Christopher
United KingdomVery picky because there was so much to love, a clean and dry tea towel in the snug and by the sinks would be the only thing we would have needed.
Well equipped, wanted for nothing, clean toilets and showers, snug was perfect to get out of the rain and the wood burning stove saved breakfast. We had two pods and the shepherds hut, all were perfect. Thanks for a great start to our tour.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 12 July 2025
Hazel
United KingdomReally nice and clean accommodation with beautiful views. we had everything we needed and more. amazing shower/ toilet facilities along with the snug which had lots of games and info etc. hosts also very friendly and helpful.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 11 July 2025
Joanna
United KingdomNothing i didn't like, place was amazing and such great value for money. Our shepherds hut was lovely, off grid, so no power, but had solar lighting. Bed was comfy and hut was spacious
Loved the location, so peaceful and quiet. Shower/toilet area was spotless. Loved the Tea shack, where you can use a gas hob to make yourself a hot drink
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 9 July 2025
Bernadette
United KingdomWashrooms are up a hill. If you have mobility problems it’s not for you. Fortunately we were all fine.
The remoteness! Clean and comfortable.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 6 July 2025
Victoria
United KingdomThere was a little tea shack which was absolutely lovely to brew a cuppa in the morning. My expectations were exceeded not only by the fact that each pod had his own fire place and outside seating, but also the pods being close together still gave the feeling of privacy. The bathrooms were very clean and the hosts super lovely. Can only recommend the place
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 3 July 2025
Cameron
United KingdomThis was a wonderful location and very comfortable stay. The facilities were all really clean. It was also really nice to have other facilities available like the snug or tea shack.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 22 June 2025
Andrew
United KingdomWe arrived in the dark and it was hard to know where things were located, eg parking, so some lit signage could be useful. It's a minor thing but we missed fruit juice at breakfast, but everything else was perfect.00
Beautiful peaceful location. Our cabin was so comfortable and well equipped. It felt like a hotel room in a campsite, the best of both worlds.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 19 June 2025
Fiona
United KingdomNothing
Location perfect. Miles from anywhere. Glamping pod was warm and comfortable. The snug was well equipped and good to eat breakfast in. Views amazing from site
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 17 June 2025
Monika
United KingdomNothing at all
Perfect in all aspects if someone loves nature and wants to stay in the countryside, but also wants comfort.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 17 June 2025
Matthew
United StatesHas a beautiful view and is still in walking distance of things to do around the area.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 16 June 2025
Lord
United KingdomQuiet location, great views, lovely common area
Stayed in June 2025
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