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The Boat Inn

★★★ Charlestown Rd, Aboyne, Scotland, AB34 5EL, Aboyne, GB

9.6 guest rating· 88 reviews

About this hotel

Recreation Opportunities

Featured Amenities

On-Site Dining

Located in Aboyne, The Boat Inn offers a charming retreat with activities such as bike rentals and a terrace. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, wedding services, and a lobby fireplace during your stay. Indulge in a delicious meal at The Boat Inn or opt for room service. Unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Featuring 16 guestrooms with modern amenities, the inn ensures a comfortable stay. Explore nearby attractions like Aboyne Golf Club and The Butterworth Gallery. Make your reservation today for a memorable experience.

Rooms & rates

Twin Room

Sleeps 2 · 2× Twin bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Telephone

Double or Twin Room, Balcony

Sleeps 2 · King bed

  • Balcony or patio
  • Private bathroom
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower

Deluxe Suite, Balcony

Sleeps 2 · King bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Free WiFi

Double Room

Sleeps 2 · King bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Telephone

Deluxe Triple Room

Sleeps 4 · Sofa bed, King bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Telephone

Deluxe Suite, Bathtub

Sleeps 2 · King bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, River View

Sleeps 2 · Queen Bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Telephone

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, River View

Sleeps 2 · Queen Bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Free WiFi
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer

Standard Double Room

Sleeps 2 · King bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Telephone

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Sleeps 2 · King bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Telephone

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking (limited spaces)
  • Free self parking
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Electric car charging station
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Food and water bowls
  • Garden
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Luggage storage
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Television in common areas
  • Terrace
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  • Walkway to water
  • Wedding services

Location

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Charlestown Rd, Aboyne, Scotland, AB34 5EL, Aboyne, GB

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:30 AM

What guests say9.688 reviews

+ Great staff+ Excellent food+ Comfortable roomsFlies in the restaurant area
Cleanliness9.3
Service10.0
Location9.8
Room Quality9.3
Amenities9.3
Value for Money9.3

A little piece of heaven in Aboyne

10.0

Quaint little place right off the River Dee in Aboyne. They have taken care to make sure you have all the modern amenities, but also retain a pub style cafe at the front of the inn. The staff were very kind, the food was amazing, and the beer was cold. I have been here almost 2 weeks and this was one of the best places I have stayed. Strongly recommend if you are passing through Aboyne. If you don’t plan on going to Aboyne, you should reconsider given the shine of this little gem…

Steven · 2025-10-03

Guest review

10.0

This is a fantastic clear well maintained hotel. Absolutely loved my stay, the food drink and staff were fantastic. The breakfast is one of the best.

Steve · 2025-09-24

Thank you. We’ll be back!

10.0

We have stayed at The Boat Inn at least 5 times now. We just keep coming back! A very professional set up and extremely comfortable. Staff so obviously want you to have a good time and will do all they can to ensure that you do. Rooms are very clean and beds so comfortable. The restaurant has a relaxed atmosphere, though it would have been good to see more vegetarian options on the menu. Breakfast is excellent. Aboyne is a very good base for exploring Deeside, Speyside , Stonehaven and Donside and Aberdeen.

Lynda · 2025-09-12

Guest review

10.0

Staff were friendly and helpful food and drink were lovley and reasonable. Room very comfortable smelt lovley all you needed

Mrs Wendy A · 2025-09-10

Guest review

10.0

Was not expecting this place to be so good! Friendly staff, lovely rooms, excellent food. Maybe it was only the days I was there but the only little issue I had was the amount of flies in the restaurant area. Definetley needs taken care of. Other than that I couldn’t say enough about this place!

Adam · 2025-09-03

Guest review

10.0

Lovely

John · 2025-08-22

Good to know

This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Pets

Maximum number of pets per room 2

Pets

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Noise policy

Noise-free rooms not guaranteed

Pets

Pets cannot be left unattended

Guest type

Essential workers only - NO

Accessibility

No elevators

Pets

Pets allowed

General

Professional property host/manager

Pets

Service animals are allowed