This intimate hotel is situated by the Green in Ballater, a most attractive Royal Deeside village.The Loirston is only 8 miles from Balmoral Castle and surrounded by beautiful countryside There are welcoming log fires in the lounge and a panelled entrance foyer which contribute to the friendly atmosphere found in the hotel. This area has attracted Royalty since Queen Victoria - it would appear that almost every shop in Ballater is by ' ..........