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The Barrel

Ballater, Scotland

Comfortable rooms and on-site dining in Ballater

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4 room types Wi-Fi Parking Breakfast Pet-friendly Restaurant
Welcome

About The Barrel

Set in Ballater, Scotland, The Barrel is a hotel. It offers an on-site restaurant, free parking and pet-friendly rooms. Room types include the Double Room and the Small Double Room.

Is it right for you?

Who it suits

Best for

  • Families with children
  • Road trips & drive-up convenience
  • Travelers with pets
  • Business travelers

What a stay costs

Prices change by date and room. The booking site shows the total for your dates before you pay; check whether it includes taxes and local fees.

Where you'll stay

Choose from 4 room types — including the Double Room, Small Double Room, Double Room with Private Bathroom.

On-site dining

No need to go far for a meal — the property has its own dining, handy for breakfast before you head out or dinner after a long day.

Around the area

The Barrel is in Ballater, Scotland.

Rooms & suites

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Double Room

1 full bed

  • View
  • Attached bathroom
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Free Wifi

Small Double Room

1 full bed

  • View
  • Attached bathroom
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Free Wifi

Double Room with Private Bathroom

1 full bed

  • View
  • Attached bathroom
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Free Wifi

Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom

16.0 m² · 1 twin bed and 1 full bed

  • View
  • Attached bathroom
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Free Wifi

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Standout features

On-site Dining
Breakfast
Bar & Lounge
Free Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet Friendly

Amenities at The Barrel

On site

  • Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Parking

In the rooms

  • Balcony or terrace
  • TV

Location

AB35 5NE The Barrel, 6 Church Square, Ballater, Ballater, AB35 5NE, United Kingdom

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Good to know

MealsBreakfast available
Family roomsAvailable
Non-smoking roomsAvailable
Languages spokenEnglish

House rules

Check-in is from 3 pm, and check-out is by 10 am. Cancellation and prepayment terms vary by room and rate, and the booking site shows them before you pay.

Frequently asked

What amenities does The Barrel offer?

The Barrel offers Restaurant, Non-smoking rooms, Free parking, Free Wifi, Family rooms, Bar, Wonderful Breakfast, Parking, Pet friendly, View, Hairdryer, and Linens.

What room types are available at The Barrel?

Room options include Double Room, Small Double Room, Double Room with Private Bathroom, Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom.

Where is The Barrel located?

The Barrel is located in Ballater, Scotland, at AB35 5NE The Barrel, 6 Church Square, Ballater.

Plan your stay

Thinking about The Barrel?

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Contact
AddressAB35 5NE The Barrel, 6 Church Square, Ballater, Ballater, AB35 5NE, United Kingdom
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