The Best Hotels Closest to Knock Castle in Ballater for 2026

Our top choices for Knock Castle hotels

1. Balmoral Arms

1.8 km from Knock Castle

Jane

￥33,600 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

2. The Boat Inn

17.5 km from Knock Castle

Steven

￥30,217 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

3. The Commercial Hotel

15.8 km from Knock Castle

Dyson

￥28,365 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 27 - Jul 28

Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

4. Loch Kinord Hotel

11.2 km from Knock Castle

Laura

￥32,402 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

5. Douneside House

16.9 km from Knock Castle

Janahan

￥60,221 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 28 - Jul 29

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Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Balmoral Arms	4.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 383 reviews	View
The Boat Inn	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 228 reviews	View
The Commercial Hotel	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 273 reviews	View
Loch Kinord Hotel	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 91 reviews	View
Douneside House	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 58 reviews	View

Top Knock Castle Hotel Reviews

Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside

10/10 Excellent

"10/10 for families"

The Commercial Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I really enjoyed my one night stay at the Commercial Hotel. The room was clean and comfortable and the hot, lush shower a delight after a week’s camping in the Cairngorms. The food was also good, both at dinner and breakfast. The staff were all very friendly, and Martin - who seemed to be in charge - was very efficient. There was ample free car parking behind the hotel. Overall the Commercial Hotel has the feel of a traditional Scottish inn, right at the heart of its community with a very lively bar. All in all, a great stay - I’ll be back!"

Douneside House

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed in one of the offsite casa style rooms which was perfect for our family (we were parents travelling with two teenagers). Room was clean and had all we needed for our two night stay. We appreciated the afternoon scones and tea in the main hotel. We were surprised that our rooms didn’t have any housekeeping between our first and second nights so I’m not sure if that was part of the casa room service or not but our request for addition towels was taken care of quickly!"

The Boat Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay, been here a couple of times now. Food is great - breakfast gives plenty of options for all tastes (full Scottish to granola and fruit). Lunch and dinner and good pub style offerings. Rooms are generally a good size and nicely decorated. Some rooms can be a bit noisy depending on where you are in the property. Rooms downstairs at the front of the boat house ( the building on the other side of the car park to the main building/pub/restaurant) are quieter whereas rooms at the back and upstairs you can hear guests in other rooms."

Cambus o'May Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"A lovely hotel with delicious food and a beautiful, peaceful setting. You should stay here. We stayed in a little stone cottage separate from the hotel an easy 5-minute walk up the hill. It used to be the dog kennels. In fact, the low stone walls topped with iron fencing that served as the two outside pens of the kennel are still there, as are the doggie doors -- tho’ these are firmly closed. A pair of French doors open onto a very large walled garden, which we had to ourselves. It's the middle of being replanted. Most of it is mown grass. It was a peaceful place to stroll and watch the birds. The cottage itself is very cozy. The decor is homey, though a little worn. The bed is very comfortable. The shower and sink have been modernized and the wall tiled. However, the toilet is a large Victorian affair that's showing its age and has no lid. It was the only aspect of the cottage I didn’t care for. However, given the rest of the bathroom remodel, I expect they’re planning on replacing it. The heater and towel warmers were lovey. There are so many plusses: The hotel is very near the lovely town of Ballater, Balmoral Castle, and woodland trails. Paths behind the hotel weave through a wood of native pines and gorgeous azaleas and rhododendrons. The staff is friendly and helpful. We ate dinner there one night and the food was delicious -- expertly prepared and very fresh. The terrace in front of the hotel looks out over the garden and the woods beyond."

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Balmoral Castle

8.8/10 (98 reviews)

Find out about the history of Crathie when you take a trip to Balmoral Castle. Savor the area's bars and restaurants.

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What's the area like around Knock Castle?

Knock Castle is located in Ballater. Travelers like this welcoming area for its bars and restaurants. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 23 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Knock Castle?

The Lodges At Craigendarroch Country Club is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.5 km) from Knock Castle. Another good choice is Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside, located just 0.9 mi (1.5 km) away.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Knock Castle?

Expedia has 23 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Knock Castle.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Knock Castle, will I receive a refund?

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4. Loch Kinord Hotel

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Top Knock Castle Hotel Reviews

Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside

Argyle Guest House

The Commercial Hotel

Douneside House

Haughton Arms Hotel

The Boat Inn

The Lodges At Craigendarroch Country Club

Cambus o'May Hotel

Woodland Escape in a Cosy Glamping Cabin

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Top Knock Castle Hotel Reviews

Hilton Grand Vacations Craigendarroch Suites Royal Deeside

Hotels near other Knock Castle attractions

Balmoral Castle

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