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9.6 / 10 Guest Rating

The Boat Inn

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

The Boat Inn - main view

About the Property

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.

Facilities & Amenities

Fireplace in lobby
Electric car charging station
Free WiFi
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Outdoor furniture
Fireplace in lobby
Hiking/biking trails nearby

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out10:30 AM

Property Notes

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.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

Available Rooms

Deluxe Suite, Balcony - Photo 1
Deluxe Suite, Balcony - Photo 2
Deluxe Suite, Balcony - Photo 3
Deluxe Suite, Balcony - Photo 4
Deluxe Suite, Balcony - Photo 5
1/5

Deluxe Suite, Balcony

1 King BedFeatures a private balconyLayout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV Food & Drink - Electric kettle, room service (limited hours), and free tea bags/instant coffeeSleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub and separate showerPractical - Phone, iron/ironing board (on request), and local mapsComfort - Daily housekeeping and heatingNon-Smoking, pet friendly

Sleeps 2
1 King bed (151-180 cm wide)
Amenities
TelephoneHair dryerPrivate bathroomHeatingElectric kettleRoom service (limited hours)

Deluxe Double Suite with Standing Bath and Balcony

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$285.69

$228.55

Includes taxes & fees
Deluxe Suite, Bathtub - Photo 1
Deluxe Suite, Bathtub - Photo 2
Deluxe Suite, Bathtub - Photo 3
Deluxe Suite, Bathtub - Photo 4
1/4

Deluxe Suite, Bathtub

1 King BedIndividually decorated roomLayout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV Food & Drink - Electric kettle, room service (limited hours), and free tea bags/instant coffeeSleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub, and separate shower with a rainfall showerheadPractical - Phone, iron/ironing board (on request), and local mapsComfort - Daily housekeeping and heatingNon-Smoking

Sleeps 2
1 King bed (151-180 cm wide)
Amenities
TelephoneHair dryerPrivate bathroomHeatingElectric kettleRoom service (limited hours)

Deluxe Double Suite with Standing Bath

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$270.03

$216.02

Includes taxes & fees
Twin Room - Photo 1
Twin Room - Photo 2
Twin Room - Photo 3
Twin Room - Photo 4
1/4

Twin Room

2 Twin BedsIndividually decorated roomInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV Food & Drink - Electric kettle, room service (limited hours), and free tea bags/instant coffeeSleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Phone, iron/ironing board (on request), and local mapsComfort - Daily housekeeping and heatingNon-Smoking, pet friendly

Sleeps 2
2 Twin bed (90-99 cm wide)
Amenities
ShowerTelephoneHair dryerPrivate bathroomHeatingElectric kettle

Twin Room

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$207.41

$165.93

Includes taxes & fees
Deluxe Triple Room - Photo 1
Deluxe Triple Room - Photo 2
Deluxe Triple Room - Photo 3
Deluxe Triple Room - Photo 4
Deluxe Triple Room - Photo 5
1/5

Deluxe Triple Room

1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 King BedOverlooking the riverInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV Food & Drink - Electric kettle, room service (limited hours), and free tea bags/instant coffeeSleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Phone, iron/ironing board (on request), and local maps; rollaway beds (free) and cribs (free) available on requestComfort - Daily housekeeping and heatingAccessibility - Wheelchair accessibleNon-Smoking, pet friendly

Sleeps 4
1 Sofa bed (90-99 cm wide)
1 King bed (151-180 cm wide)
Amenities
ShowerTelephoneHair dryerPrivate bathroomHeatingElectric kettle

Deluxe Triple Room River Facing

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$246.55

$197.24

Includes taxes & fees
Standard Room, 1 King Bed - Photo 1
Standard Room, 1 King Bed - Photo 2
Standard Room, 1 King Bed - Photo 3
Standard Room, 1 King Bed - Photo 4
1/4

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

1 King BedIndividually decorated roomInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV Food & Drink - Electric kettle, room service (limited hours), and free tea bags/instant coffeeSleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Phone, iron/ironing board (on request), and local mapsComfort - Daily housekeeping and heatingNon-Smoking, pet friendly

Sleeps 2
1 King bed (151-180 cm wide)
Amenities
ShowerTelephoneHair dryerPrivate bathroomHeatingElectric kettle

Small Standard King Room

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$191.75

$153.4

Includes taxes & fees
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, River View - Photo 1

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, River View

1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin BedsOverlooking the riverInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV Food & Drink - Electric kettle, room service (limited hours), and free tea bags/instant coffeeSleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, free toiletries, a hair dryer, and towelsPractical - Phone, iron/ironing board (on request), and local mapsComfort - Daily housekeeping and heatingNon-Smoking

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed (150-160 cm wide)
Amenities
TelephoneHair dryerPrivate bathroomHeatingElectric kettleRoom service (limited hours)

Deluxe Double/Twin Riverview

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$215.25

$172.2

Includes taxes & fees

Guest Reviews

9.6
Exceptional88 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the great staff and frequently praise the excellent food.

Categories

Cleanliness9.3
Service10.0
Location9.8
Room Quality9.3
Amenities9.3
Value for Money9.3
Food and Beverage9.8
Overall Experience9.9

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Steven
Verified booking
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 3, 2025

"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…

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Steve
Verified booking
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 24, 2025

"Exceptional"

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.

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Lynda
Verified booking
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 12, 2025

"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.

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Mrs Wendy A
Verified booking
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 10, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0

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

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Adam
Verified booking
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 3, 2025

"Exceptional"

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!

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John
Verified booking
Standard Room
Stayed in Aug 22, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0

Lovely

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Helen
Verified booking
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 29, 2025

"great stay"

10.0

great Inn

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Tara
Verified booking
partner
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 15, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0

We stayed here for 2 nights in the boat house. The room itself was beautifully decorated and the food in the restaurant was fabulous! We loved being able to take a walk after dinner on the river each night.

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Krista
Verified booking
partner
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 13, 2025

"Good"

6.0

I'm surprised this hotel gets the good reviews it does. We stayed in the newer building out back and it seemed the quality of a newer budget hotel, walls are paper thin and you can hear every person coming/going talking etc. Bathroom is the smallest we have had on this trip and water ran right out of the sink onto your feet if you accidentally turned it on to high. Bed was comfortable, breakfast was good and staff was excellent.

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Susan
Verified booking
friends
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 13, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0

It was a clean and comfortable hotel. The only thing I was not so keen on was the very dark paint on walls in bedroom. But that is just personal taste and definitely not a criticism

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