Loch Kinord Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (412 reviews)
Ballater Road , Dinnet , GB
+44 1339 885229

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and comfortable
Friendly and helpful staff
Great food
Cons:
Room size too small
Overpriced for the amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.5
Accommodations were reported as clean, warm, and comfortable.
Service
8.77
The staff were described as friendly, helpful, and welcoming, providing excellent service.
Location
8.6
Close to Braemar and Ballater, providing a great setting.
Room Quality
8.26
Rooms were well decorated but some reports of smaller sizes for certain rooms.
Amenities
8.18
Basic facilities were available; however, some amenities lacked such as bicycle storage.
Value for Money
7.85
Considered overpriced by some visitors due to room size and limited dining options.
Food and Beverage
8.59
Meals were frequently noted as excellent, particularly breakfast and dinner.
Overall Experience
8.47
Guests had generally very positive experiences with notable aspects in service and atmosphere.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 23:38

Property Description

Victorian Charm and Highland Adventure

Nestled in Dinnet village, this family-run Victorian hotel offers a charming retreat in the heart of Royal Deeside. Explore the Highlands from our doorstep, with easy access to Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire's attractions.

Indulge in a range of outdoor activities such as golf, skiing, fishing, and stalking, all within reach of the hotel. For winter enthusiasts, the renowned ski resorts of Glenshee and the Lecht are a short distance away, providing the perfect snowy escapade.

Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Scotland while enjoying the comfort and hospitality of our historic hotel. Book your stay now for an unforgettable Highland adventure!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 412 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.5
Service: 8.77
Location: 8.6
Room Quality: 8.26
Amenities: 8.18
Value for Money: 7.85
Food and Beverage: 8.59
Overall Experience: 8.47
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rita • solo_traveller • nl
10
Top verblijf
Pros:

Prachtig mooi hotel

Cons:

Alles was goed geregeld

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Edyta • extended_group • gb
9
Pros:

We have stayed in Loch Kinord Lodges in 2021 and decided to stay there again this year. We love the location - not only it's close to many great attractions, but the woodland walk behind the lodges is fantastic. Our lodge was clean and had everything we needed. Beds were super comfy, central heating warmed the whole lodge in 10 minutes (weather was a bit cold) and we just enjoyed relaxing atmosphere. Rooms are nice and spacious and place is well kept. Perfect place for family holidays. Staff was very nice and helpful. I must add that the bed in bigger bedroom is huge :) my wee boy got scared at night and came to our bed (with two adults in it) and there was still plenty of space to have comfortable night.

Cons:

Honestly everything was perfect.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Johannes • couple • ch
8
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
9
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Evan • couple • gb
8
Lively friiendly staff and great food.
Pros:

We only required the continental option and it suited our digestive systems perfectly.

Cons:

An informatio folder in the room would have been useful but did not spoil our stay in any way.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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chris • couple • us
9
Pros:

We stayed in one of the cabins. It was very comfortable and cozy with a nice view of the woods. I was visited twice by deer outside my bedroom window.

Cons:

The kitchen sink was very slow to drain and the tv in the bedroom wasn't connected to an antenae .

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Gerry • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great place to unwind
Pros:

Excellent Hotel , clean, great food ,nice bar & fantastic staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Gudrun • solo_traveller • at
9
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Jean-Michel • solo_traveller • fr
9
2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Clark • couple • us
9
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Zoe • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • couple • dk
10
Ferie i Skotland
Pros:

Skønt hotel, og meget serviceminded personale

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Joseph-Marie • extended_group • fr
9
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Patricia vSdH • couple • nl
7
aardige tussenstop in een mooi klein en klassiek familiehotel
Pros:

Diner was erg lekker, ontbijt was goed. Kamer heeft klassieke uitstraling en heeft eigen terras.

Cons:

Geen thee/koffie faciliteiten op de kamer. Kamer ook iets aan de kleine kant.

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Regine • extended_group • de
10
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Wendy de Jong • extended_group • nl
7
Leuk en gezellige houten chalets in een mooi gebied.
Pros:

Ligging erg mooi!

Cons:

Matrassen op alle bedden waren slecht en aan vervanging toe. Afvoeren overal verstopt en bij gebruik van water hoorde je overal de afvoeren pruttelen…

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Tahir • couple • gb
8
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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philip • couple • gb
9
Lovely country vibe hotel that is very Cairngorms
Pros:

Lovely location and wonderfully retro replete with tartan tie-back curtains with obligatory creaky stairs. Terrific balcony if you go for the its floor.

Cons:

Stand-in bath shower.

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Most things about the hotel.

Cons:

This silly review thing, parts of which do not respond.

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Greg • solo_traveller • gb
9
Great Scottish themed hotel with lovely food
Pros:

Friendly accommodating staff, great theme and styling throughout the hotel. Delicous food (breakfast and dinner).

Cons:

Not the greatest soundproofing and no beer on tap

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee