Queen Victoria
Reigning from 1837 until her death in 1901, Queen Victoria purchased Balmoral Estate in 1852 and built the current castle. She pioneered fresh-air holidays in Deeside, making Braemar a popular tourist destination.
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Inspired by some of Braemar’s most noble visitors, our five-star Royal Suites are richly furnished with antiques, artworks and even objects that once belonged to these historic figures. With views over the surrounding landscape, the rooms also feature freestanding copper bath, rain shower, double bed and separate sitting room. For families a sofa bed and interconnecting rooms are available. Room sizes are approximate.
Enjoy a peek into our Royal Suites, all inspired by some of Braemar's most noble figures in history.
From Queen Victoria to Princess Royal Louise, each Royal Suite has been meticulously researched and dressed to tell their story and connection to Braemar.
Reigning from 1837 until her death in 1901, Queen Victoria purchased Balmoral Estate in 1852 and built the current castle. She pioneered fresh-air holidays in Deeside, making Braemar a popular tourist destination.
Two days after marrying the eldest daughter of King Edward VII, Queen Victoria made Alexander Duff the 1st Duke of Fife and Marquess of Macduff. He became an enlightened Laird of Mar Estate.
The eldest daughter of King Edward VII and Alexandra of Denmark, Louise and her husband 1st Duke of Fife moved to Scotland and built Mar Lodge and The Fife Arms during the 19th Century.
Nicknamed 'the Munshi', Karim was an Indian attendant of Queen Victoria and a close confidant for the last twelve years of her life.
Join us for a lavish three-night stay as we ring in the new year with festive merriment and our closest friends and family.
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Join us for a 3-night stay this Christmas in the magical Scottish Highlands.
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Book your escape to our special spot in the Highlands 60 days in advance to receive a discount on your stay. Subject to availability.
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The Fife Arms is a celebration of Scottish culture, heritage and world-class contemporary art. This package offers our guests to stay for two nights and the opportunity to experience our restaurant, as well as our new whisky bar, Bertie’s. On one of your nights, enjoy a three-course seasonal set menu at our Clunie Dining Room, as well as an introduction to the flavours of whiskies at Bertie’s with a four-dram whisky flight paired with accompanying chocolates.
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To celebrate the holiday season, we are offering families the chance to stay in one of our family suites for seven nights and pay for the price of five nights.
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