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The Gordon Guest House

Station Square, Ballater AB35 5QB, Scotland
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The Gordon Guest House
Ranked #1 of 27 Ballater B&B and Inns
5.0 of 5 stars 216 Reviews
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Barcelona, Spain
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

Have never got round to writing about our stay at this B&B in August 2010. It was our first stay on a trip around Scotland. Excellent B&B. Would highly recommend it. Huge room with huge bathroom. Very warm welcome. Excellent breakfast.

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Issaquah, Washington
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012

This B&B was perfectly located and quiet. It was very clean and The hosts were very attentive to ensure everything was fine. The breakfast was wonderful in a delightful dining area. Thanks

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theo15, Owner at The Gordon Guest House, responded to this review
25 May 2012

Thank you for taking the time to post a review.We are pleased you enjoyed your stay and as many previous guests have also commented on the large dining room on the first floor which affords nice views from all three windows.With regard to our attention to detail we have been rewarded by Trip Advisor with a Certificate of Excellence 2012... More

London, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

Warm welcome; well-presented room with very comfortable bed and spacious bathroom; excellent breakfasts!

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theo15, Owner at The Gordon Guest House, responded to this review
17 May 2012

Thank you for your positive review.We are pleased you enjoyed your few days with us and the Balfliug room helped giving you a memorable stay.Many guests like this large room with a sofa as all our rooms have,plus the quality beds and not to forget the large bathroom with whirpool bath.We have had many favourable comments about breakfasts and also... More

Liversedge, United Kingdom
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

Just back from a return visit to The Gordon Guest House, Ballater, and I must say thanks to Martin & Amanda who again made our stay so comfortable, My son and I stayed in the Clothes room, it's small but has all the creature comforts you would expect. Thanks again, Well Recommended. Brian T

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theo15, Owner at The Gordon Guest House, responded to this review
9 May 2012

Thank you for your feedback.We are pleased you enjoyed your stay with us again this time in Crathes ensuite room.Sometimes especially at a bank holiday weekend its difficult to get the room of your choice unless you book very early.Thank you again for your custom and look forward to your return. More

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

Welcome - excellent, warm and friendly Staff - excellent, all friendly and knowledgable Location - beautiful, the village is very pretty Evening meals - not offered but plenty of choice in village Breakfast - excellent, plenty of food and choice Bedroom - excellent, decorated in bold colours which may not be to everyones taste but immaculately presented with really comfortable... More

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theo15, Owner at The Gordon Guest House, responded to this review
10 May 2012

Thank you for taking the time to post a review.We are both pleased you enjoyed your stay with us and liked the quality of breakfast.Our rooms as you noted are decorated with high quality wall coverings in excellent condition as per the remit of the Q.C. inspectors and we use colours favoured in the Victorian era.Sometimes it is difficult to... More

Alta, Norway
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

Excellent service and great food. Stayed here this year because of the good experiences from our stay last year. To be recommended!

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theo15, Owner at The Gordon Guest House, responded to this review
7 May 2012

Thank you for taking the time to post a review.We are very pleased your family fishing group enjoyed your time with us again in our central location in Ballater village.Its nice to hear that our service and food helpd give you a memorable stay in our Guest House.Thank you for your valued custom and look forward to your return. More

New Jersey, USA
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

We drove up from Edinburgh to Ballater since we wanted to be near Balmoral Castle and Aberdeen. During this drive it started to snow and it delayed our arrival but Martin was very welcoming and was just the right person for us after a long drive through this snowed out region of Scotland. He got us to our room and... More

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theo15, Owner at The Gordon Guest House, responded to this review
14 April 2012

Thank you for your positve review.We are pleased you enjoyed your stay with us and all the information provided enhanced your enjoyment of Royal Deeside.We enjoyed having you and your very polite boys.Thank you for taking the time to post a reveiw and your valued custom . More

Inverness, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012

We have just spent 2 nights in the Gordon Guest House. Amanda and Martin were the perfect hosts. The rooms are warm and spacious with comfortable beds. Breakfasts were delicious. We occupied the Balmoral and Balfluig rooms as a family and we were all delighted with our stay. Would definately stay there again.

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theo15, Owner at The Gordon Guest House, responded to this review
10 April 2012

Thank you for your feedback. We are very pleased you enjoyed your stay over Easter.So nice to hear you enjoyed the Balfluig room which has recently been upgraded and also the Balmoral room with nice outlooks from two different aspects. We are pleased breakfasts were liked by all.Thank you for your valued custom and look forward to your return. More

London, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2012

We have just spent three nights in the Gordon Guest House. It is ideally located in the middle of Ballater. As a family we occupied 4 of the rooms. We had travelled to Ballater for a service for my Dad who was originally from the village. Amanda and Martin showed great kindness during our visit even giving Easter eggs to... More

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theo15, Owner at The Gordon Guest House, responded to this review
7 April 2012

Thank you very much for taking the time to post this very positive review.We look after our guests as we expect to be treated ourselves,from offering advice for the local area in Royal Deeside to helping guests with any additional requests.We are pleased you all enjoyed your breakfasts,its nice to see good food appreciated.Thank you again for review and valued... More

St Andrews, United Kingdom
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2012

We have just returned from a wonderful week-end in Ballater. We stayed with Amanda and Martin in the Gordon Guest House. They were first-class hosts. The room was warm and comfortable and the breakfasts were delicious. We would certainly recommend the Gordon Guest House.

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theo15, Owner at The Gordon Guest House, responded to this review
3 April 2012

Thank you for your positive review.We are both pleased you enjoyed your ensuite room with nice views over the village to Lochnagar in the distance.Thank you for comments about your breakfast we always try and respond to our guests specific requests.Thank you again for your valued custom and look forward to your return. More

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Station Square, Ballater AB35 5QB, Scotland
Price range (per night):* S$50 - 70

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