The Balavoulin - Pub With Rooms - Aviemore
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Pub with rooms in central Aviemore - locally sourced food, whiskey selection, and ski pass sales
Dining & Drinks
The Balavoulin - Pub With Rooms offers a menu built around locally sourced ingredients and cooking techniques such as slow-roasting. The bar features an extensive selection of Scotch whisky and gin, alongside an evolving cocktail menu. Live sports events are shown in the bar area, and dinner service runs nightly from 5pm.
Outdoor Activities
Balavoulin is a ski pass sales point and provides access to nearby skiing, hiking, and cycling routes. The property is 10 km from Boat of Garten Golf Club and 14 km from Highland Wildlife Park. Guests can also explore the Cairngorms National Park with recommendations from the local tourist office.
Accommodations
Certain rooms at the Balavoulin offer mountain views, and all rooms include flat-screen TVs, private bathrooms, and hypoallergenic bedding. The king rooms and economy twin rooms come with complimentary hot chocolate and streaming services. Guests consistently rate the bedding as exceptionally comfortable.
Family & Pets
The family-friendly restaurant serves kids' meals and offers special diet menus including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Dogs are welcome in the bar and restaurant area, and the property has a garden with outdoor furniture and a picnic area. Breakfast is included in the room rate and offers a full English/Irish selection.
Location & Parking
Aviemore's Balavoulin is located 1 km from the town center and offers free private parking for all guests. The hotel is 57 km from Inverness Airport and 48 km from Inverness Castle. Local attractions within a short drive include the Highland Wildlife Park and Boat of Garten Golf Club.
- Dining: Locally sourced menu with slow-roasting techniques
- Drinks: Extensive whiskey and gin selections
- Activities: Ski pass sales point on-site
- Sports: Live sports events shown in bar
- Location: 1 km from Aviemore center, free parking
- Rooms: Mountain views available in certain rooms
- Pets: Allowed in bar and restaurant area
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Single bed1 Double bed1 King-size bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
Facilities
Main facilities
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Coffee shop
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Sports & Fitness
- Wind surfing
- Canoeing
- Ski school
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Fishing
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Ski pass vendor
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Special diet menus
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
Room features
- Heating
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Essential information about The Balavoulin - Pub With Rooms
| 💵 Lowest room price | 67 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 200 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 57.9 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Inverness, INV |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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