The Balavil Hotel Newtonmore - Restaurant, Bars & Swimming Pool

Hotels
9 (865 reviews)
Balavil Hotel, Main Street , Newtonmore , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Hiking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Great food
Comfortable stay
Cons:
Noise from other rooms
Soft pillows

Categories

Cleanliness
9.14
Overall sentiment indicates rooms were clean and well-maintained.
Service
9.11
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.15
Conveniently located for exploring the area and easily accessible.
Room Quality
8.6
Rooms were described as comfortable, though some found beds too soft.
Amenities
8.63
Basic amenities were satisfactory; however, slight improvements suggested.
Value for Money
9.09
Many guests expressed great satisfaction given the price.
Food and Beverage
9.14
Meals were frequently praised for quality and taste.
Overall Experience
9.11
Guests often left with positive feelings and high likelihood of return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 05:16

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities

Balavil Hotel offers a range of luxurious amenities for guests to enjoy, including a refreshing swimming pool, an inviting on-site restaurant, and a cozy bar.

Enchanting Surroundings

Situated in the heart of the picturesque Cairngorms National Park, Balavil Hotel provides the perfect backdrop for a relaxing getaway. Guests can immerse themselves in the beauty of nature while still being close to various attractions and activities.

Activities Galore

From tennis to skiing, guests at Balavil Hotel can partake in a variety of activities during their stay. Whether seeking adventure or relaxation, there is something for everyone to enjoy at this charming hotel.

Experience the perfect blend of luxury and nature at Balavil Hotel. Book now for an unforgettable stay amidst the stunning landscapes of Newtonmore.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: INV

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 865 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.14
Service: 9.11
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 8.6
Amenities: 8.63
Value for Money: 9.09
Food and Beverage: 9.14
Overall Experience: 9.11
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Michael solo_traveller de
7
Pros:

Das Hotel ist wunderschön und besitzt eine herausragende Lage. Das Personal ist sehr aufmerksam und freundlich!
In dem Hotel kann man hervorragend (für eine Schottische Kleinstadt)zu Abend essen.

Cons:

Wir waren in Zimmer 1, direkt neben dem Schwimmbad. Es war sehr warm und das Fenster ließ sich auch nicht sehr weit öffnen.
Das Hotel ist auf Grund seines Alters sehr hellhörig und man kriegt alles mit was über einem passiert.

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Wubbe solo_traveller nl
10
2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Oyvind couple no
9
2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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Lecorg solo_traveller fr
9
Pros:

L'hôtel est bien situé, bien qu'un tout petit peu cher, nous avons vécu une très bonne expérience et nous ne pouvons que recommander de prendre cet hôtel (qui n'a, à ma surprise que 3 étoiles).

Cons:

Il ne manquait qu'un sauna pour compléter le séjour et l'expérience :-)

2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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Rachael couple gb
8
Great stop off.
Pros:

Lovely friendly welcome, all staff we interacted with were lovely. Good size room, good shower. Dinner was tasty.. Breakfast also good.

Cons:

We had a room on the front by the main road. It was busy during the late afternoon and early evening. Traffic lightened off a little overnight, but there were still trucks going past at 4am... And they definitely were not doing 20mph!

2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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Shand solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Great hotel with friendly staff, great food, and great facilities. Located on the main street in Newtonmore, it also makes it perfect for exploring the village.

2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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katrin solo_traveller de
8
2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Jerry solo_traveller us
8
Good place for a family one night stand with coop next door.
Pros:

Full service property with lift.

Cons:

Rooms a little cramped. Not a great value for the price.

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Nani solo_traveller us
10
2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Marja family_with_children nl
8
Goed
Pros:

Ontbijt;Alles was lekker en werd goed bijgevuld personeel; vriendelijk avondeten; goed

Cons:

Een hele week met de zelfde handdoeken was vies, diverse keren bij de balie om schone gevraagd maar nooit gekregen dus zelf maar nieuwe gekocht in een winkel om de hoek. op de kamer lagen onder het bed en de nachtkastje's nog spullen / medicijn doosje's van vorige gasten.

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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O386FWdouglasc Family
10
Will come back again
Pros:

Can not fault the hotel for the food room and service.

2026-08-07 via Tripadvisor
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Seth couple nl
6
Pros:

Bar & restaurant

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
6
617pamd Couples
10
Nice stay and staff are a credit to this hotel
Pros:

On arrival we were greeted by a very nice gentleman. The first room we were given overlooked the street and had a window that didn't close properly so you could hear traffic noise quite loudly. My husband asked about the possibility of another room and we offered an alternative at the back of the hotel so we were very pleased. The staff here were all lovely and they did their upmost to help and nothing was too much trouble. The rooms are basic but clean and everything you would expect, tea making facilities, iron, hairdryer etc. The food was good, great service and overall we enjoyed our stay here. We didn't use the pool so can't comment on that. Car park is across the road from the hotel and did get full so a couple of occasions we had to park on the street but not a big deal as ample places. Would definitely stay here again.

2026-08-05 via Tripadvisor
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christinesY874AV Couples Amersham, Buckinghamshire, England
10
Just what we were looking for ….and more !
Pros:

Very comfortable and charming hotel with great staff , tasty food and well appointed rooms
Good quality bedding and a huge bathroom with walk in shower , bath and a large vanity unit for all of our stuff
Nice big fluffy white towels and got an extra one to use at the pool which is very small but I was the only one there , so no prob
We had breakfast and dinner both days and we really enjoyed the food
Well presented and very tasty
Staff were so friendly and happy to help
I read previous good reviews and they are all true , so go ahead and book this wee charming place . You will be well looked after and for a very reasonable price
Would def return and highly recommend

2026-08-04 via Tripadvisor
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RPP01 solo_traveller gb
6
Pros:

Staff were amazing, helpful and knowledgeable and despite being busy were lovely to everyone.
Restaurant great and food amazing. Breakfast also great. Thank you.
Beds were very very comfortable

Cons:

Very noisy, doors slamming, rooms not great soundproofing. Tea and coffee pretty basic for the amount of money paid, not enough for 2 people.. One set of hair shampoo and soaps, not enough for two people.
Pool is very small and no towels available. Need to make it clear at checkin how to use the pool.

Very expensive for what you got. Upstairs quite tired looking.

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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brucestevenson916 Family Forfar, Angus, Scotland
10
Great wee pub
Pros:

Great wee pub, pool table, dog freindly & lovely staff.

2026-07-21 via Tripadvisor
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Isabel couple gb
10
Lovely hotel with friendly, helpful staff, delicious food and comfortable room.
Pros:

It was traditional, comfortable and spacious. We loved it!

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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june solo_traveller gb
10
Fantastic break.
Pros:

Fantastic hotel. Great facilities, room large and bright, large comfortable bed, had everything we needed including fan which was a bonus as we were fortunate to have great weather. Breakfast great - hot and cold buffet, good selection and evening meals were delicious (fantastic steak pie). All staff friendly and looked after us well. Highly recommend The Balavil. We will definitely be returning.

Cons:

No complaints at all. Everything was perfect.

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Craig solo_traveller gb
8
2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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stephen couple gb
7
Room was clean and tidy. Lack of attention to detail and room facilities.
Pros:

Food was cooked OK.

Cons:

Service could be better. Food choice and presentation could be better.

2026-07-16 via Nuitee