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Howe of Torbeg Torbeg Glen Gairn Ballater Aberdeenshire AB35 5XL, Ballater, AB35 5XL, United Kingdom

#2 of 7 hotels in Ballater

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Review score

Based on 451 hotel reviews

9.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    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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  • Reviewed: 31 August 2025

    10
    Delightful, affordable glamping just outside Ballater. Highly recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Camping Pod
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It 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

    8.0
    We liked the place and we still recommend it however our backs didn't like the mattress we slept on.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Camping Pod
    • Stayed 1 night

    The 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

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Camping Pod
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Throughly 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

    10
    wonderful and would not hesitate to recommend it to fellow friends and family
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Camping Pod
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nicole 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

    10
    Amazing place, beautiful, peaceful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely everything !

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Camping Pod
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice people willing to help. Lovely and cosy place.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2025

    10
    Great experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Locations and concept

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2025

    9.0
    Great location. Value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It 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

    10
    glorious
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Camping Pod
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    everything 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

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Camping Pod
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Great location, quiet and small. Very helpful and friendly hosts. Perfect for outdoor-minded people.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Camping Pod
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    the description of the accommodation corresponds to what you get for the price

    Location, style itself

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2025

    10
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Camping Pod
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    .

    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

    10
    Pods Howe of Torberg SCOTLAND
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Camping Pod
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    All fabulous

    Never ever have I stayed somewhere so clean, comfortable and with fantastic views Brilliant

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2025

    10
    Excellent facilities, welcoming and will recommend to others.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Camping Pod
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very 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

    10
    Will definitely be back here again, 10/10.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Camping Pod
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Really 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

    10
    Shepherds hut
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing 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

    10
    A great place to stay for peace and tranquility. Beautiful views of the valley and liked to see the wildlife.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Camping Pod
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Washrooms 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

    10
    Lovely, would love to come back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Camping Pod
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There 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

    10
    We had a wonderful time and it was a beautiful property with lovely facilities.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    This 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

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We 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

    10
    Lovely peaceful stay in Highlands
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    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

    10
    A place I could also live at.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing 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

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Has a beautiful view and is still in walking distance of things to do around the area.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Camping Pod
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Quiet location, great views, lovely common area

    Stayed in June 2025

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