Netherley Rooms

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Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.5
  • Apartments
  • Pets allowed
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • View
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bath
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • Mountain view

About this property

Modern Comforts: Netherley Rooms in Ballater offers free WiFi, a recently renovated aparthotel with private bathrooms, and garden and mountain views. Each unit includes a work desk, TV, and streaming services. Convenient Amenities: Guests can enjoy a coffee machine, refrigerator, microwave, and free toiletries. Additional features include a seating area, wardrobe, and a view of a landmark. Local Attractions: Balmoral Castle is 18 km away, CairnGorm National Park 46 km, and Aberdeen Airport 63 km from the property. Activities available include skiing and cycling.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 single bed
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1 extra-large double bed
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1 futon bed
2 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Teale
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very handy for our activities. Room was spacious and very clean.”
Hannay
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Stayed here several times . In years gone by . Clean , warm and great location”
Kris
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Brilliant staff, helpful and friendly welcome. Bed was so comfortable facilities in the room were excellent, so quiet and no noise through the night. Love this place and would highly recommend.”
Mike
New Zealand New Zealand
“We had a smaller room but I know there are bigger better ones available. The bed was comfy and the bathroom fine.”
Douglas
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location of the hotel is ideal - In the very centre of the village, with restaurants, cafés, a supermarket and bars all around. The room was comfortable, clean and around the right size for my needs - I particularly liked the coffee machine,...”
Lisa
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The room was fully equipped for basic self catering with a fridge, microwave and crockery/cutlery in the room. It was in a great location with Ballater's restaurants, public houses and a co-op just a short stroll away. It was very quiet and...”
Lynne
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Communication with the host was excellent, we had all the information to locate, park and enter the property well in advance and the host reached out to give us contact information should we need it. Great location too. Very well equipped room,...”
Janett
Germany Germany
“Comfortable rooms, everything was clean, we had a microwave, refrigerator and french press/ tea with treats in our room. The beds were cozy and the decoration was beautiful, too.”
David
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great place, would definitely go back. A well thought out service and good quality. Super location for Ballater central! Suggest put coffee pods beside coffee machine if possible. 😀”
Andrew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Room was really nice... Everything we needed for a break away.. Will absolutely be staying here again. Absolutely fantastic.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Bide Hotels

Company review score: 8.4Based on 1,147 reviews from 11 properties
11 managed properties

Company information

Bide Hotels is a modern Scottish hospitality group specialising in revitalising heritage buildings and transforming them into contemporary, unmanned hotels across Scotland. Our focus is simple: beautifully renovated spaces, reliable comfort, seamless technology, and an experience that gives guests the freedom to “Stay Your Way.” Founded by David Liddell & Samantha Kirkland, Bide Hotels has grown rapidly across Scotland by combining heritage restoration with modern hotel systems. We manage every property with the same standard of care—high-quality rooms, smart guest access, 24/7 support, and designs inspired by Scotland’s landscapes and historic buildings. Guests choose Bide because we offer: Consistent comfort across all locations Easy self check-in and secure smart-entry Thoughtful design and spotless rooms Trusted service backed by our central operations team Prime locations across Scotland’s most scenic destinations Every Bide property is unique, but all share the same promise: a modern, comfortable, effortless Scottish stay.

Property information

Netherley Apartments is part of the Bide Hotels Group. Situated in the heart of Ballater on Royal Deeside, Netherley blends heritage stone architecture with contemporary Scandinavian-inspired interiors. Guests enjoy spacious, comfortable rooms, impressive views, and quick access to the village centre, the Cairngorms, Balmoral Castle, and walking trails. Perfect for leisure travellers, outdoor explorers, and year-round visitors to the Highlands.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

Netherley Rooms takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 00:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of £1 is required on arrival. That's about US$1. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Netherley Rooms in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Guests will receive a rental agreement which must be signed and returned to the property prior to arrival. If guests do not receive the agreement on time, they should contact the property management company at the number on the booking confirmation.

A damage deposit of £1 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.