Argyle Guest House

3.0 star property

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Stag Suite - King/Twin (Ground Floor) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated
Front of property
Deluxe Pheasant Room - Double/Twin | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated
Free daily buffet breakfast
Deluxe Pheasant Room - Double/Twin | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
$118
$98 nightly
$118 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jan 28 - Jan 29

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7 Main Street, Tomintoul, Ballindalloch, Scotland, AB37 9EX
  • Place, Cairngorms National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Tomintoul & Glenlivet Discovery Centre & Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Drumin Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬

Room options

Scotty Dog Suite - King/twin room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Garden view

Botanical Suite - King/Twin

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

Stag Suite - King/Twin (Ground Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Mountain view

Deluxe Pheasant Room - Double/Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Mountain view

The Superior Cosmos Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Mountain view

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About the neighborhood

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.

What's nearby

  • Cairngorms National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Tomintoul & Glenlivet Discovery Centre & Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Tomintoul Museum - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Drumin Castle - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Speyside Way - Tominoul Spur - 6 min drive - 1.5 miles

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, in the vicinity of Lecht Ski Resort
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.
Onsite venue #2 - family restaurant. Open daily.
Onsite venue #3 - family restaurant. Open daily.
Onsite venue #4 - bar. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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

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 elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1891
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Electric bike charging
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Property 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
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Argyle Guest House Guesthouse Ballindalloch

Argyle Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 205 out of 259 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 259 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 259 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 259 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 259 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kim, Cayucos

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is an adorable bed and breakfast. Diana is communicative and accommodating, just message through the app and she answers immediately. They had a lil whisky waiting on arrival which was great because this is on the whisky trail. I would only suggest dealing with some upholstery stains on the cute furniture to have a flawless stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

rohit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is the third year we've stayed at Argyll Guest House during October weekend, and would return next year. There are new improvements to the rooms and the usual cleanliness and servie continues to be best.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely fantastic place, lovely people, beautiful room and great location. Can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room, great hosts. Some updates needed in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great comfortable stay however, the hostess was a little to helpful and my day of planed relaxation turned into a great tour of the local Tomintoul distillery and a wonderful walk to Carn Daimh 570m
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

MANDY

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

Thumbs up

Comfortable room, friendly host and excellent breakfast. We were lucky to be treated to a brand new bed that had just arrived hours before checking in. Triple thumbs up
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great host. Large room with nice bathroom. Great breakfast!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

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

Excellent guest house

Can thoroughly recommend, clean and comfortable with an excellent breakfast and the friendliest of welcomes. A brilliant restaurant a short stroll away for dinner. We stayed in the stag room which is very spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

June

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Traveled with group

Great stay

Loved our stay. Great location & amenities, very comfy beds. Super friendly host, free dram of whisky and a lovely breakfast! Will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarwat

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Diane was the most welcoming, kind and interesting host. We were well looked after, and the breakfasts cooked fresh were excellent. This guest house is a great treasure
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

IAN

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

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent B&B in Tomintoul

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
We received the most inhospitable greeting upon arrival. The choice of breakfast times were 0700, 0730, 0800 or 0830. We normally don’t like to set an alarm clock to have breakfast on vacation. You could feel the metal coils of the mattress poking you in bed. I would not stay here again. I’ve been to almost fifty countries and felt very unwelcome here.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raj

Traveled 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 traveler
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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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