The Boat Hotel at Boat of Garten is a privately-owned Victorian sporting hotel set in the heart of the Spey Valley. Personally run, warm hospitality and confortable rooms assure you of a relaxing stay.
Originally built in Victorian times as the Station hotel for the prestigious Strathspey Steam Railway, the Boat Hotel while retaining many original architectural features, provides all the modern comforts demanded by today’s guests.
The Boat Hotel has recently changed ownership and has undergone a major refurbishment to restore public areas to their former Victorian style ... Wooden floors, Oriental rugs, marble fireplaces and an attractive library lounge, where aperitifs and after-dinner coffee may be taken in comfort.
A new restaurant, The Capercaillie features bold contemporary decor and modernist oil paintings ... A stunning environment in which to sample award-winning cuisine.
Rooms: 32
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Hotel Facilities
General
Restaurant –
Bar –
Newspapers –
Garden –
Non-Smoking Rooms –
Heating –
Luggage Storage –
Gay Friendly –
All Public and Private spaces non-smoking
Activities
Golf Course (within 3 km) –
Fishing –
Skiing –
Darts –
Library –
Hiking –
Cycling
Services
Room Service –
Meeting/Banquet Facilities –
Breakfast in the Room –
Bridal Suite –
Souvenirs/Gift Shop –
Bicycle Rental –
Packed Lunches –
Fax/Photocopying
Internet
Wireless internet is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Guest Parking
Free public parking is possible on site.
Hotel Policies
These are general hotel policies. As they may vary per room type; please also check the room description.
Check-In
15:00 – 23:00 hours
Check-Out
07:30 – 11:00 hours
Cancellation
If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
Children and extra beds
All children under 5 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
There is no capacity for extra beds/cots in the room.
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted credit cards
- Visa
- Euro/Mastercard
- Maestro
- Switch
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Hotel information
The hotel has two bars, quite different in style. One is a comfortable lounge bar where tasty bar meals are offered. The other is a lively public bar which, with its log fire, and occasional live music is a great favourite with the locals.
The hotel has a new fully-equipped function / conference room with facilities to seat up to 60 theatre style and 25 boardroom style layout.
Food & beverage
Breakfast is served from 08:00 until 09:30.
Lunch is served from 12:30 until 14:30.
Dinner is served from 18:30 until 21:00.
Area information
Set in the heart of the Cairngorm National Park, in the quiet village of Boat of Garten. Adjacent to the River Spey, the Strathspey Steam Railway, and the famous Boat of Garten Golf course.
With easy access to low and high level walking, also an ideal base for many sporting activities.