Darroch Learg - Ballater

Absolutely the best! Fiona and Nigel have curated a fantastic home that is not only wonderful to stay in, but a dining experience like none other. Across 2 nights we ate some of the best steaks I have ever had in my life. All in this little home. You HAVE to eat here. While you're at it, enjoy their kickass bar with a wonderful selection of beers and spirits. Stay here too. Forever. Rooms: Small but exceptional. En suite bathroom with separate shower and bathtub. Food drinks: The food rivaled some of the best I've ever had in my life. Fantastic chefs!

What an amazing hotel. A hidden gem. We celebrated my friends birthday, and stayed for one night at the weekend, during our visit from London. The food was amazing, rooms clean and cosy. So beautifully decorated throughtout. The staff were welcoming. Would definately recommend and will be visiting again. Rooms: 5 Service: 5 Location: 5

Elegant dining experience with many courses to mix and match. Filet steak was not as tender as I'm used to in North America but very full of flavor and delicious. Trout, bisque, and salmon were stand out options. As well as desert. Service: 5 Location: 5 Hotel highlights: Luxury, Romantic, Quiet

A wonderful hidden gem at the gateway to The Highlands. Beautiful rooms, engaged and efficient owners who could not have been more pleasant. Excellent staff and wonderful food what else is there?! Highly recommend Darroch Learg Rooms: 5 Service: 5 Location: 5

This is just for dinner at the restaurant in early August; we did not stay there. It is too bad that Google does not give separate review options for hotels with good restaurants. The restaurant was really great. Food was excellent. The setting, in a glass-enclosed room, was very nice. Service was good.