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The Boat Inn

3.0 star property
Travelers enjoy hearty meals at The Boat Inn's restaurant, warm up by the lobby fireplace, and rent bikes for countryside exploration.

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Located near Deeside Activity Park, The Boat Inn welcomes guests with a cozy lobby fireplace and an all-day restaurant. Relax on the garden terrace or borrow bikes to explore. Guests love the quality breakfast and attentive staff.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Room service
The current price is ￥21,966
￥29,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 14 - Jun 15
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
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Renovations and closures

The property is closed between March 4 and April 25.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is The Boat Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this inn allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Boat Inn?

As of May 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Boat Inn on Jun 14, 2026 start from ￥21,966, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Boat Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Boat Inn?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Boat Inn located?

Situated in Aboyne, this inn is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Aboyne Golf Club and within 6 mi (10 km) of Deeside Activity Park and The Butterworth Gallery. Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve and Craigievar Castle are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 220 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 220 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 220 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 220 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 220 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spot and the Inn met all expectations for cleanliness, staff friendliness and courtesy. Only one minor issue involves the size of the room which was a little small, but it was very well appointed and clean, with an excellent en suite.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent comfortable and clean. Great staff and location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous place, great food, very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Wendy A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were friendly and helpful food and drink were lovley and reasonable. Room very comfortable smelt lovley all you needed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fraser

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic pub with excellent food and rooms, highly recommend!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Amazing old school pub with delicious food, friendly staff and comfy beds
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The whole place was just perfect for our post-Xmas get away. Very kind, thoughtful staff who always went the extra mile. Special thanks to Becks and Angus who helped us enormously when our car broke down in the area. Their kindness meant an awful lot to me and I really was stuck. Food - especially the breakfast options - was very tasty and the staff clearly work very hard.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dewi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best breakfast EVER - anywhere.

Fabulous room, fabulous local food of high provenance and friendly staff. The best breakfast I have ever had at any hotel. Loved the place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was amazing, food was amazing and the staff were amazing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love to go back again soon

Enjoyed our stay very much, staff were very helpful from arrival through to departure
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Room was cosy and very clean, bed very comfy. Bar was resonably priced for location, food was tremendous. Overall very good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First time staying at The Boat. Definitely will be back soon. Very friendly staff, lovely comfortable room and a fabulous breakfast made it great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
staff were great. Catering was very good (we were there for a wedding reception.) Friendly atmosphere.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely remote location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay here in the beautiful town of Aboyne. It was a good base for visiting Royal Deeside and the staff were really lovely. We would stay here again,and recommend it to anyone planning a road trip in this area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming and comfortable with nice dining room - enjoyed dinner and breakfast. Nice walking trail across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room and extremely comfortable bed. Another fantastic stay at the boat. I stayed with my 2 year old grandson and they couldn’t do enough for us. After a day out exploring it was super to come back to a warm compromise And have a delicious meal. Breakfast is Lao a real plus. Staff are just amazing, love them all! B thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfy stay

We really enjoyed our 3 night stay here - the beds were comfy and the breakfasts and dinners were delicious, and parking was easy. We were in the back building and the small patio was nice, and the room was quiet
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a super lovely and calm atmosphaer there. The whole Service was very kind and extremly friendly, wich I loved the most! The Room was super comfortable to be in. Thank you for that wonderful experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Country Hotel

Lovely Village Hotel full of character and log fire's. The Bar has a good feel to it. The food was excellent and so was the breakfast. Will recommend to my friends and family.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
As usual I had the most incredible stay. Becks and her team are the best, thank you for a really comfortable stay. Breakfasts are incredible!!!! ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A little piece of heaven in Aboyne

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…
Boat House room
River Dee right outside of the Inn
Dinner with their own Boat Inn Brew!
Breakfast Included!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great dog friendly inn

Good sized room close to front door which was ideal as traveling with our pup. Good menu with lots of choice plus all the food we had was tasty and well presented. Great selection of drinks too Very dog friendly so 5* all round Will definitely be staying again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023