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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 203 Reviews
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  • Very good(13)
  • Staff were friendly(7)
  • Steam train(6)
  • Railway station(5)
  • Dining room(5)
  • Great location(4)
  • Comfortable bed(3)
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Sandbach, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 2, 2012 NEW

Stayed here for one night while walking the Speyside Way. I had booked a pre-paid dinner bed and breakfast deal in advance. The welcome was very friendly and we had a good-sized but not large room with decor getting a little tired in places. We had dinner in the Bistro and unfortunately the waitress's English was not up to sorting... More

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glasgow
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 1, 2012 NEW

At short notice I had to book a hotel in the Aviemore area on my way to a wedding. I chose the Boat Hotel rather than one of the larger Aviemore hotels on the basis that the website made it look very upmarket and I was happy to pay the little extra. Unfortunately i'd say the hotel was quite average.... More

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Scotland, UK
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW
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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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BHtlGuestRelations, Guest Relations Manager at The Boat Hotel, responded to this review
May 29, 2012

It is always regrettable to read reviews that believe that The Boat Hotel has not delivered on expectation, especially when the hotel consistently receives more praise than complaint for the overall guest experience. I do thank you for taking the time to share your feedback on your recent stay with us and feel it a great shame that none of... More

Edinburgh
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012
1
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 May 23, 2012

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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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012

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 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 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
May 21, 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 May 20, 2012
1
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
May 21, 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 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 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 May 13, 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.

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

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