Boasting a swimming pool and on-site restaurant and bar, Balavil Hotel is located in Newtonmore inside the Cairngorms National Park, 45 miles from Inverness. Guests can enjoy free WiFi and free on-site private parking. All rooms at the property feature private bathrooms with a bath or shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. A TV and tea/coffee making facilities are also provided. Towels and bed linen are also provided. There is a shared lounge at Balavil Hotel, and the restaurant serves a menu of Scottish meals. Tennis, fishing, hiking, skiing and golfing are some of the activities guests can enjoy during their stay at the property. The RZSS Highland Wildlife Park is 7 miles from away, and the Dalwhinnie Distillery is 11 miles from the property. Aviemore is 16 miles from Balavil Hotel, while Pitlochry is 41 miles from the property. Inverness Airport is 50 miles away, and Newtonmore rail station is less than a mile from Balavil Hotel.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
3 twin beds
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.9
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Nicholas
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff were very helpful and friendly (with one minor exception; but we are adults and moved on). The food was good. Place was quiet, clean and conveniently placed. Price was very reasonable.
  • Maarten
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The hotel is located in a nice village right at the edge of a national park, so lots of nature to be had. Breakfast is good and cooked to order. The hotel also has a (small) dinner menu, with good quality and presentation. Good for one or two...
  • Randy
    United States of America United States of America
    Comfortable room in Newtonmore, close to many sights of the Cairngorm National Park. Front desk and hotel staff were amazing. Delicious food in the restaurant and pub, and a lot of friendly people. highly recommend.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      British • Scottish • Local
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Amenities of Balavil Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Evening entertainment
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Darts
  • Pool table
    Additional charge
  • Game room
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Media & Technology
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Packed lunches
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Indoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/Beach towels
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Balavil Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash Balavil Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Balavil Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

FAQs about Balavil Hotel

  • Room options at Balavil Hotel include:

    • Twin
    • Double
    • Triple
    • Single
    • Family

  • Balavil Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Pool table
    • Skiing
    • Game room
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Darts
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Evening entertainment
    • Swimming pool

  • The prices at Balavil Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Check-in at Balavil Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Balavil Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • Balavil Hotel is 800 feet from the center of Newtonmore. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.