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ExceptionalArt-filled Highland hotel with family suites and children's programme

The Fife Arms

Braemar, Aberdeenshire, Scotland

A Highland hotel that doubles as an art gallery – Picasso on the walls, Bowie-era quirk in the bedrooms – and somehow still makes children feel welcome. The art room and forager-led treasure hunts are clever touches, and the Cairngorms are on the doorstep for red squirrels and burns to splash in.

For the children

  • Kids' activities
  • Indoor play
  • Games room
  • Nature activities
  • Family rooms
  • Dog friendly
Best for
Curious school-age children
Ages
4–7, 8–12, Teen
Family rooms
Themed family suites (Discovery, Majestic, Scottish Heritage, Nature & Poetry)
Outdoors
Foraging hunts, guided nature trails, wildlife tours

We only list facilities we could confirm on their website — something not listed may still be there.

Days out nearby

  • Highland Wildlife Park ↗

    ~29 miles · ~45 mins

    Wildlife park · ideal day trip

    Polar bears, Scottish wildcats, snow monkeys and tigers in a dramatic Cairngorms setting, with a drive-through reserve of deer and bison. A highlight of any Highland family trip. Bring binoculars for the reserve.

  • Adventure park · ideal day trip

    Water coasters, a wild-water ride, treetop trails, a fire tower and a big adventure play area among the pines near Aviemore. There is enough to keep toddlers and teens equally happy for a day.

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    Researched by Tumble in October 2026 from each place's own website. Tumble doesn't take these bookings — prices, availability and children's club details change, so check with them before you book. Distances and travel times are approximate.