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The Boat Hotel

4.0 of 5
Deshar Road, Boat of Garten PH24 3BH, Scotland
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The Boat Hotel
4.0 of 5 stars 201 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Very good(9)
  • Staff were friendly(5)
  • Dining room(5)
  • Steam train(4)
  • Railway station(3)
  • Great location(3)
  • Comfortable bed(3)
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Scotland, UK
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

We booked a two-night stay including our small dog via Itison (first time experience). Never again! This is the worse hotel bedroom I have seen let alone had to sleep in and should be locked up until it can be completely renovated. It is absolutely nothing like anything shown on the website. The décor has not been touched sine the... More

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Edinburgh
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW
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person found this review helpful

We were travelling with our young daughter (2 months old) and everyone at this hotel really helped make our stay very comfortable. The room we were given was big and well appointed. The food in the restaurant, in the evening and at breakfast, was very nice. As was the bar. The staff were really great and nothing was too much... More

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Edinburg, Texas
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

We stayed on a two night deal for £99 each including breakfast. In this day and age, this is great value for money. We have stayed here before, in a superior, room, but have paid a lot more, as indeed we have at other hotels. However, the room was comfortable and very clean, and all we needed. Expectations were met... More

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Locust Grove, Virginia
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

The hotel was very nice but could use some updating. The food in the restaurant was excellent but there is only one other restaurant in town and was not open when we were there. You need to drive a ways for another restaurant. It was a good location for our return trip to Edinburgh and on our way to Balmoral... More

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Scotland
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

We have just returned from a super overnight stay at The Boat Hotel. Front office was welcoming and efficient and we were delighted with our newly refurbished room. It was bright, clean and spacious with a large bathroom and a lovely view towards the Cairngorms. The attention to detail throughout the hotel is excellent and it's these little things that... More

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BHtlGuestRelations, Guest Relations Manager at The Boat Hotel, responded to this review
21 May 2012

We're so pleased that your stay exceeded all expectations and certainly look forward to welcoming you to The Boat Hotel again soon. Kind regards, Jonathan McConnachie More

Glasgow, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012
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person found this review helpful

We booked a deal through 5pm.co.uk. £99 for 2 nights B & B instead of £370. We had dinner both nights in the hotel and the food was superb & the staff were fantastic but we did not stay in a 4 star room. The pictures of the bedrooms & bathrooms on the hotels website look stunning but unfortunately our... More

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BHtlGuestRelations, Guest Relations Manager at The Boat Hotel, responded to this review
21 May 2012

Many thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts and observations with us. I note that the deal was based on our Classic guestroom, which are our entry level bedrooms product and whilst they have minor imperfections such as restricted views or smaller bathrooms/shower rooms, they do offer value and comfort. I genuinely appreciate your comments on the team... More

Aberdeen
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We stayed here on 10th and 11th May 2012 after purchasing a KGB voucher deal. On arriving first impressions were that the car park was very small and we struggled to get a space. Check in was quick and easy and friendly. The voucher was for a double room. The room we were given was not a double bed. Much... More

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

Stayed here for 1 night on business - room OK but agree not 4 star. Food in restaurant was good with early bird menu good value but £4.25 for a pint of real ale brewed a few miles along the road is ridiculous. More

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BHtlGuestRelations, Guest Relations Manager at The Boat Hotel, responded to this review
14 May 2012

Many thanks for your review and comments. In response to your point regards the price of your drink, our drink prices are priced accordingly in the competitor market place for a hotel of our style and grading within the Cairngorm National Park. I am hopeful that we will have an opportunity to welcome you back. Kind regards, Jonathan McConnachie More

Fife, Scotland
1 review
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

I never write complaints!! This Hotel is not what it says on its web page; Full Stop! We booked a two night stay through a KGB deal. We know the area having visited and toured on a few occasions previously. Had a look at the website and thought it looked funky and up to date. We expected a Four Class... More

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BHtlGuestRelations, Guest Relations Manager at The Boat Hotel, responded to this review
8 May 2012

It was extremely disappointing to read your review of The Boat Hotel, with much of the emphasis of your personal complaint lost in non direct feedback on which elements of the product you felt to be below standard. The majority of the guests who stay, dine and enjoy the hotel's facilities leave feeling relaxed and full of praise for the... More

County Durham, UK
Top Contributor
159 reviews 159 reviews
Reviews in 94 cities Reviews in 94 cities
184 helpful votes 184 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012
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people found this review helpful

Stayed at the hotel for an overnight rest on the way up to the far NW of Scotland. Rooms where of a good standard, friendly staff and great food in the restaurant. The hotel is walking distance from The Boat of Garten Golf Club which is one of the finest in the area and well worth a play. The club... More

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BHtlGuestRelations, Guest Relations Manager at The Boat Hotel, responded to this review
5 May 2012

Thank you for choosing to stay with us at The Boat Hotel. I will ensure your comments are shared with the team. In addition, we are pleased that you you enjoyed the golf course and everything that our facilities have to offer. We offer a 'Stay & Play' golf package which does save on our nightly room rate but also... More

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Address: Deshar Road, Boat of Garten PH24 3BH, Scotland
Price range (per night):* RM307 - 788

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