The Boat Inn - Aboyne

18th-century riverside inn in Aboyne with 16 individually styled rooms, live entertainment events, and locally sourced dining

Accommodation

The Boat Inn Aboyne offers 16 individually styled rooms spread across the original 18th-century building and the detached Boat House. Every room has en-suite facilities, Ortho Opulence beds with 200 thread count cotton linen, and fresh tea and coffee. The Boat House rooms add super-king beds, deep freestanding baths, and private balconies with river views.

Dining

The restaurant at The Boat Inn serves a menu built on locally sourced Scottish ingredients, including Aberdeen Angus steaks, North Sea fish and seafood, and Highland cheeses. Breakfast is a daily cooked-to-order affair with options like full Scottish, smoked salmon and scrambled eggs, and porridge with apple butter. The bar offers a curated selection of local real ales, spirits, and a wide range of wines and champagne.

Activities & Entertainment

The hotel hosts regular live entertainment events at The Shed, a dedicated venue within the property. Guests can rent bicycles from the hotel and explore the surrounding Deeside area, with bike storage, wash, and tools available on site. Hiking, darts, walking tours, and golf courses nearby provide additional recreation options.

Dog-Friendly & Family

The Boat Inn is a dog-friendly property that provides pet bowls, dog treats, blankets, and even a dedicated doggy bar in the bar area. Families have access to family rooms, kids' meals, board games, and a children's menu with vegetarian and vegan options. The hotel also offers baby-changing facilities and high chairs upon request.

Location & Practicalities

Set on the banks of the River Dee, The Boat Inn Aboyne lies 6 km east of Cairngorms National Park and within walking distance of Aboyne's village centre. Free on-site parking is available for all guests, and an electric vehicle charging station is provided. The hotel also offers ski storage for winter sports enthusiasts and a luggage storage service.

• Location: On banks of River Dee, 6 km east of Cairngorms National Park
• Rooms: 16 individually styled rooms with Ortho Opulence beds and 200 thread count linen
• Dining: Locally sourced Scottish ingredients - Aberdeen Angus steaks, North Sea fish, Highland cheeses
• Entertainment: Live music and performances at The Shed venue
• Pet-Friendly: Dog treats, bowls, blankets, and dedicated pet-friendly rooms
• Parking: Free parking and electric vehicle charging station on site