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The Boat Hotel

Property class: 3.5
Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel with free WiFi

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Photo gallery for The Boat Hotel

A balcony with a table, two chairs, a vase with flowers, and a view of a garden and hills.
A round table with six chairs in a room with large wooden-framed windows, a chandelier, and framed pictures on the walls.
A large, two-story stone house with a prominent conical tower, a wooden staircase, and a well-maintained lawn.
A room with a fireplace, leather armchairs, a table with a teapot and cups, and a mirror above the fireplace.
A stone building with a sign reading "The Boat Hotel - Bar - Restaurant."

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Deshar Road, Boat of Garten, Scotland, PH24 3BH
  • Place, Cairngorms National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Boat of Garten Golf Club
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Abernethy Forest
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Garden View

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a balcony with a chair and table.

Double or Twin Room, Garden View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Comfort Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Single Room

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a framed picture, and plaid curtains.

Classic Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Garden View

A room with a bed, a table, and chairs, and a wooden deck outside.

Double or Twin Room, Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Suite

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a mirror, and floral wallpaper.

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a mirror, a bedside table, and a view of the bathroom.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Classic Double or Twin Room

A double bed with two nightstands, each with a lamp and a potted plant.

Classic Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Suite Double or Twin Room

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a wooden table with fruit, a black leather chair, and a mirror on the wall.

Suite Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Suite Double or Twin Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two nightstands, two wall-mounted lamps, and two potted orchids.

Suite Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a wooden dresser, and a framed picture on the wall.

Comfort Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Boat of Garten

In Boat of Garten .Stay at this Boat of Garten hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Boat of Garten Golf Club and 2 miles (3 km) of Abernethy Forest. Loch Vaa and Lochan Dhu are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Cairngorms National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Boat of Garten Golf Club - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • River Spey - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Abernethy Forest - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • CairnGorm Mountain - 32 min drive - 29.9 km

Getting around

  • Carrbridge Station - 8 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Winking Owl - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Inverdruie Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Smiffy's Fish Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Boat Country Inn & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pine Marten Bar - ‬16 min drive

About this property

The Boat Hotel

Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and 2 meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, an arcade/game room, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly The Boat Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This Victorian Boat of Garten hotel is smoke free.

  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1899
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Boat Hotel offers 34 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Changing table
  • Children's games
  • High chair
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 12.95 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Books
  • Ecotours
  • Evening entertainment
  • Games
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Playground
  • Ski storage
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in fee: GBP 10

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 10.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 12.95 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • For stays on 25 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory Christmas Day gala dinner.
  • For stays on 24 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner.
  • For stays on December 31, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner.
  • For stays on 14 February, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory Valentine's Day gala dinner.
  • Up to 3 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Boat Boat of Garten

Boat Hotel

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Hotel Boat

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The Boat Hotel Boat Of Garten, Scotland

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The Boat Hotel Boat of Garten

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Boat Hotel to the airport?

The Boat Hotel is 34.4 mi (47-min drive) away from the Inverness (INV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Boat Hotel?

As of Sept 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Boat Hotel on Sept 21, 2026 start from CA $166, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Boat Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Boat Hotel.

Does The Boat Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Boat Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 12.95 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Boat Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Boat Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs GBP 10 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at The Boat Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Boat Hotel have a pool?

The Boat Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Boat Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Boat Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Boat Hotel to downtown Boat of Garten?

The Boat Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Boat of Garten.

The Boat Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 326 out of 801 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 275 out of 801 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 134 out of 801 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 801 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 801 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, easy parking, great breakfast and cosy rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly could not do enough for us breakfast just great plenty of verity some thing for everyone room very clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location. Staff were very helpful & the room was excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was amazing and staff were incredibly kind and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value for money, staff were excellent, room was huge and overall the hotel was very clean. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Food was fantastic and all the staff were great. Would defo stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and great atmosphere. Breakfast was great and very filling
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was been lovely stay , excellent staff and food . Will be back again . Gentelmen from Hungary been very helpfull at dinner . Always smiles and nice for guest .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Despite a hiccup with my initial room allocation the manager upgraded our room to one more acceptable. The staff were very friendly and helpful in particular the kitchen staff who accommodated my gluten free diet requirements.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Joe

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location near the train station. (STEAM TRAINS) Had a pleasant walk with around the area after our evening meal. Which was very nice. Breakfast was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was in Garden room excellent for us and our dog. Staff were very friendly and helpful service was excellent. Had dinner at restaurant and impressed with the food A great place for a short break
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and enjoyable room
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay, super Christmassy and cosy and staff friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good large clean room with seating area as well as bed. Great view to Cairngorms. Rustic restaurant with reasonable eange of options. Only one beer available in the bar that night but many many whiskies.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Hotel and surrounding areas very dog friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Cris

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The food was excellent, but it took a long time to arrive at dinner, and teh coffee machine was broken at breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Moira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cost and comfortable. Friendly and helpful staff. Easy parking. Great location. Good breakfast let down by tasteless lukewarm coffee from automatic machine.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were lovely, room was worth the price and the breakfast was excellent value for money ( both a buffet breakfast and a hot meal) It's a little difficult to find a decently priced meal nearby so something to bear in mind if staying here
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room a bit dated, but functional. Bed comfy and good shower. No bottles of water provided which was disappointing. Also only basic range of tea and ciffee. More caffeine free drinks (green tea, fruit tea etc) would have been appreciated. Breakfast good. Wee version of full breakfast was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly and helpful staff. Good breakfast choice ! Nive to have shops nearby...
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous Hotel

Beautiful area, very nice hotel with fabulous food and really friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and warm.Staff very friendly. We would return again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mustaq

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really great experience with hotel and the place Definitely recommend and would like to visit again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Eilidh

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff we met were lovely. Great location. Needs a bit more attention to detail on cleaning rooms and maintenance. Food was okay only.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026