Argyle Guest House

3.0 star property

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • Sleeps 2
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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding

Botanical Suite - King/Twin

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
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About the area

Tomintoul

With a stay at Argyle Guest House in Ballindalloch, you'll be 7.7 mi (12.3 km) from Lecht Ski Resort and 18.9 mi (30.5 km) from Cairngorms National Park. .This guesthouse is 23.3 mi (37.4 km) from Balmoral Castle and 25.8 mi (41.5 km) from Macallan Distillery.
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What's nearby

  • Drumin Castle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Speyside Way - Tominoul Spur - 6 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Glenlivet Distillery - 15 min drive - 19.1 km
  • Cairngorms National Park - 27 min drive - 37.9 km
  • Balmoral Castle - 35 min drive - 45.3 km

Getting around

  • Keith and Dufftown Railway - 28 min drive
  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Clockhouse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Old Firestation Tea Room - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪bridge of brown - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Glenavon - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Still - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Argyle Guest House

Victorian guesthouse with 2 restaurants and free breakfast
Argyle Guest House offers 6 accommodations with DVD players and complimentary bottled water. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. 27-cm flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, and hair dryers. This Ballindalloch guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 6 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring DVD players and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, hair dryers, and bathrobes. Conveniences include separate sitting areas and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a reception hall, and bike storage. Additional amenities at this Victorian guesthouse include bike cleaning and an electric bike charging station.
Grab a bite to eat at The Clock House Restauran, one of the guesthouse's many dining establishments, which include 2 restaurants and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 3 bars/lounges. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-out, luggage storage, and a library. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 8:00 AM and 8:30 AM.
The Clock House Restauran - Onsite family restaurant.
The Square Hotel - Onsite family restaurant. Open daily.
The Square Hotel - Onsite family restaurant. Open daily.
The Richmond Hotel - Onsite bar. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges

Restaurants on site

  • The Clock House Restauran
  • The Richmond Hotel
  • The Square Hotel
  • The Square Hotel

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • Library
  • Video library

Family friendly

  • DVD player

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • In a national park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1891
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Electric bike charging
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 27-cm flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of GBP 10.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: GBP 10.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served at this property
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Argyle Ballindalloch
Argyle Guest House Guesthouse Ballindalloch
Argyle Guest House Ballindalloch
Argyle House Ballindalloch
Argyle Guest House Guesthouse
Argyle Guest House Ballindalloch
Argyle Guest House Guesthouse Ballindalloch

Argyle Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 256 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 256 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 256 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 256 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 256 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Raj

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property owner, Diane, was warm, welcoming and very friendly. She provided great suggestions for dinner and sightseeing. She ensured that our vegetarian dietary needs were accommodated. The room was very spacious. Overall we had a good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was lovely, breakfast was delicious and the host was fantastic, really enjoyed my stay and absolutely will stay again if up that way for work !
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay here often great value for money hosts incredibly helpful whatever the issue.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner made you feel like you were home from a long trip. It was very private and secure. One of the most pleasurable place I have ever stayed. I highly recommend stay there if you can.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a lovely time. Host (Dinnae) was lovely very welcoming and informative.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favourite accommodation in Scotland. Tomintoul is a great spot to stay and Argle guesthouse is welcoming and comfortable. Great rooms, comfy beds and a delicious breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tomintoul is a lovely little village in the highlands. The hosts are terrific, breakfast was lovely, and the bed was comfortable. We'd definitely go back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keri

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Breakfast is amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ching kwun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect place for relax

Very comfort rooms, great food, warm and like being home, really want to stay longer
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great break in the Scottish mountains

A very friendly welcome from Diane, the owner. Who showed me the room and how everything worked. There was plenty of information available on local attractions but the best was just talking to Diane herself. A good breakfast. They are proud of their porridge ( and rightly so ) sets you up for the day. There are places in the village to get food. This is a small village so no high street brands but whilst more restricted in the winter months there is still a choice. With a free public car park opposite and the freedom to come and go as you please, this is a good choice for a more rural break in the Cairngorms. It’s probably worth mentioning that this is probably the nearest guest house to the Lecht ski centre (however they don’t promise snow)
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect!!

A perfect stay in a perfect location with perfect hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Savitri

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, clean accommodation, hearty breakfasts and welcoming hosts Diane and Steven.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Short stay in Tomlintoul

Absolutely excellent guesthouse with fabulous hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Savitri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

rohit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A well maintained and well looked after property , and absolutely amazing hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy stay near Carigorns

Great breakfast and continental spread! Room was cozy and very comfortable. Ate at the pub on the corner at night. Theee restaurants in this small town to choose from but a great base to get to whiskey distilleries and the Carigorn Mountains. We stayed in September and the stores close early (3ish) and restaurants close around (8ish)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary, Sabattus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely owners and amazing breakfast. Found bed to be incredibly comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

kenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing Guest House

Dianne and Stephen were wonderful hosts. You are welcomed warmly and feel like a member of the family as soon as you walk in the door. The beds were amazingly comfortable and the whole guest house was impeccably clean. The breakfast choices are many and the food is 5 star. I had the Eggs Benedict and some of Stephens famous Scottish Oatmeal. I was sad to leave and will be back for sure. ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this manor! Our only regret was not staying longer but we will be back. The hosts were amazing, our room was spacious and well appointed, and there is so much to explore in this area. We truly couldn't have been happier with the Argyle. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024