Cambus O' May Traditional Highland Hotel - Ballater
57.06757, -2.95604Offering a shared lounge and a garden, Cambus O' May Hotel is situated in Ballater, around 6 km from The Ballater Gallery. Featuring 14 rooms with views of the mountain, this hotel is within a 15-minute drive of Crathie Church.
Location
The accommodation is about 60 km from Aberdeen airport and a 15-minute ride from such cultural venues as the friendly contemporary Larks Gallery. St Kentigern's Church is approximately 15 minutes' drive from the hotel in Ballater. This property allows you to enjoy such natural sights as Muir of Dinnet approximately a 10-minute ride away.
Rooms
The rooms are equipped with tea/coffee making equipment, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for guests' comfort. Along with a stone fireplace and soundproof windows, they also have a work desk. The private bathrooms include a walk-in shower and a bath, as well as comforts such as toiletries.
Eat & Drink
Residents can have breakfast in the restaurant.
Leisure & Business
At this Ballater hotel a sun terrace and a picnic area are available for an extra charge. If you like an active lifestyle, snow skiing, hiking, and horseback riding are available on site. Guests are welcome to participate in bicycle usage and horse riding tours.
Rooms and availability
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed

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Max:5 persons
Essential information about Cambus O' May Traditional Highland Hotel
💵 Lowest room price | 107 C$ |
📏 Distance to centre | 5.3 km |
🗺️ Location rating | 9.4 |
✈️ Distance to airport | 56.6 km |
🧳 Nearest airport | Aberdeen, ABZ |
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Reviews of Cambus O' May Traditional Highland Hotel
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missingWrote a review on 11 Octcozy sitting areacharming barlow shower pressure
The place was so cozy with a lovely sitting area by the fire and a charming bar where we enjoyed playing games with friends. Plus, the sun terrace and comfy leisure room were perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring. Just a heads-up, the shower pressure was a bit low, but overall, it was a fantastic stay! 😊
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missingWrote a review on 23 Septbeautiful victoriancozy ambianceaccessible bathroomslimited breakfast options
The beautiful Victorian hotel exudes charm, with stunning scenery and a cozy ambiance. Friendly staff made the experience enjoyable, although bathrooms could be more accessible. Breakfast was satisfying, but a more extensive cooked option would have been nice, especially for those accustomed to traditional morning fare.
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missingWrote a review on 20 Septmountain viewwell maintained gardenpoor quality food
great views but disappointing dining experience
The family suite provided a lovely mountain view, which we enjoyed during our stay. The hotel’s garden was well maintained and added to the peaceful atmosphere.
I found the dining experience unsatisfactory.
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missingWrote a review on 20 Sept
Double Room with Garden View features a vibrant outlook, perfect for morning coffee. The bath itself is spacious, giving a pleasant spot to relax after a long day.
The bed's size and comfort fall short of expectations, leaving you a bit unsatisfied. The TV in the room didn’t work despite multiple efforts, which could be annoying for a longer stay. A handheld shower means some awkwardness when washing hair, and the toilet flushes loudly—definitely not the quiet retreat one might hope for. Plus, maneuvering out onto the main road from the entrance can feel like a mini adventure in itself.
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missingWrote a review on 04 Septstunning viewscomfortable bedextensive groundsnoisy nights
cozy retreat with stunning views
Had such a relaxing time here! The room was decorated beautifully with views over the hills. The bed was like sleeping on a cloud, didn’t wanna leave it. The hotel grounds are extensive, great for a stroll. enjoyed the bar area for some chilled drinks. A bit noisy at night though, could use better soundproofing.
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missingWrote a review on 10 Augspacious roomfriendly staffdinner priceentrance appearance
the room was super spacious n clean, really nice bathroom too. breakfast had a good variety of stuff. staff were friendly n welcoming. loved the comfy big bed, felt like home. the views of the hills were just beautifull!
the entrance could use some tidying up to make a better impression. dinner was ok but kinda pricey for what you get.
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missingWrote a review on 29 Julcharming décorcozy atmosphereeasy accessibilitysignage issuevisibility concern
The hotel's charming décor felt like stepping into a cozy Scottish storybook, with historic touches and easy access for my comfort. The log fires and friendly atmosphere made it so inviting, I'd visit just for the ambiance!
More accessible signage would improve first impressions.
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missingWrote a review on 24 Julcozy atmospherecharacter building
Charming stay in a cozy old house
Lovely old building with character. The room had a big comfortable bed and a nice en-suite shower. Dining room was comfy with gorgeous views. The open fire was a cozy spot for drinks. Breakfast was solid, with a decent selection. Friendly staff made it even better.
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missingWrote a review on 23 Julstunning locationbreathtaking viewscramped showertired décor
Stunning location with breathtaking views, perfect for hikers! The quirky décor gave the place charm, but the shower room was a bit cramped. Overall a lovely experience! 🌄
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missingWrote a review on 12 Julcozy atmospheredelicious foodsoft mattress
Enjoyed my stay at the Cambus after a long drive. Cozy atmosphere, and the food delighted my taste buds. The soft mattress took some adjusting, but the warm ambiance made it worthwhile.
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missingWrote a review on 10 Julclassic designspacious roomroad noise
great stay with room for improvement
The classic design of the room created a warm ambiance that added to my stay. The spaciousness allowed for comfortable movement, and the lovely bathroom felt very inviting.
The stunning mountain view was slightly marred by occasional road noise.
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