The Balavoulin - Pub with Rooms

–Excellent location - show map
+16 photos
Scored 8.8
Rated fabulous

Free WiFi

9.8

About this property

Historic Charm: The Balavoulin in Aviemore is housed in a historic building, offering a unique setting for guests. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, mountain or inner courtyard views, and modern amenities such as free WiFi, streaming services, and parquet floors. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves breakfast with full English or Irish options, vegetarian, and warm dishes. Lunch and dinner are available with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Leisure Activities: Guests can enjoy skiing, hiking, and cycling nearby. The property also offers a coffee shop, outdoor seating, and picnic areas. Convenient Location: Located 57 km from Inverness Airport, the inn is near attractions like Landmark Forest Adventure Park (10 km) and Highland Wildlife Park (14 km).

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Alien
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location,great room that was comfortable..very helpful staff excellent food and drink..”
Mhairi
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Staff , room very clean. Fantastic breakfast. We didn’t eat in the evenings but it was always very busy.”
Jessica
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Such a wonderful location. Staff were friendly with a very lovely atmosphere in the downstairs area in the pub. The food was good we ate both our dinner and breakfast and both were enjoyable. And very good value for the money. Will visit again.”
Beth
Australia Australia
“Easy to find in Main Street. A nice old style hotel with atmosphere. Very comfortable bed and the reading light was great to read in bed. Staff were all very welcoming and helpful, and when I found the doona too heavy to sleep under, one kind man...”
Alison
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We enjoyed our stay here and would recommend. The breakfasts were excellent and the pub/service was also superb. The bed was also very comfortable, The location is very good near the centre of Aviemore. Shout out to James who gave very good...”
Bruce
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very convenient location in Aviemore, and our host Jim couldn't have been more helpful”
Peter
Australia Australia
“Friendly staff, comfy bed. Secure bike storage. We had dinner & breakfast, both good.”
Kate
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Wonderful, cosy pub rooms in an excellent location.”
Valerie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Comfortable and clean. Very good food especially liked the vegetarian options. Good breakfast too. Friendly. Good location.”
Anita
Germany Germany
“Great pub with delicious food and super friendly staff! For breakfast, they even offered a completely vegetarian version of the Scottish breakfast, which was delicious. The room was lovely and, although it was directly above the main entrance, it...”

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Guests who stayed here loved

Alien
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location,great room that was comfortable..very helpful staff excellent food and drink..”
Mhairi
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Staff , room very clean. Fantastic breakfast. We didn’t eat in the evenings but it was always very busy.”
Jessica
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Such a wonderful location. Staff were friendly with a very lovely atmosphere in the downstairs area in the pub. The food was good we ate both our dinner and breakfast and both were enjoyable. And very good value for the money. Will visit again.”
Beth
Australia Australia
“Easy to find in Main Street. A nice old style hotel with atmosphere. Very comfortable bed and the reading light was great to read in bed. Staff were all very welcoming and helpful, and when I found the doona too heavy to sleep under, one kind man...”
Alison
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We enjoyed our stay here and would recommend. The breakfasts were excellent and the pub/service was also superb. The bed was also very comfortable, The location is very good near the centre of Aviemore. Shout out to James who gave very good...”
Bruce
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very convenient location in Aviemore, and our host Jim couldn't have been more helpful”
Peter
Australia Australia
“Friendly staff, comfy bed. Secure bike storage. We had dinner & breakfast, both good.”
Kate
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Wonderful, cosy pub rooms in an excellent location.”
Valerie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Comfortable and clean. Very good food especially liked the vegetarian options. Good breakfast too. Friendly. Good location.”
Anita
Germany Germany
“Great pub with delicious food and super friendly staff! For breakfast, they even offered a completely vegetarian version of the Scottish breakfast, which was delicious. The room was lovely and, although it was directly above the main entrance, it...”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 11 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
£10 per child, per night
4+ years
Extra bed upon request
£15 per person, per night

Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

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

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.