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Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with golf course and fitness centre

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Waterslide
Golf
Exterior
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Terrace/patio

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
The current price is AU$199
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb

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Macdonald Aviemore Resort, Aviemore, Scotland, PH22 1PN
  • Cairngorm Brewery
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Spey Valley Championship Golf Course
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Spey Valley Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Inverness (INV)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Single Beds (Highlands)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 2 Single Beds (Highlands)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Double Bed (Highlands)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed (Highlands)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 Double Bed (Highlands)

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed (Highlands)

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed (Highlands)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (King plus 2 pull out beds)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (King plus 2 pull out beds)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite

Suite

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (King plus pull out bed)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (King plus pull out bed)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Aviemore

A family-friendly stay in Aviemore awaits you at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Dalfaber Neighbourhood Centre and Cairngorm Brewery. Highlights at this hotel include 2 coffee shops/cafes, a golf course and a restaurant. .A day of pampering can include massages and body wraps along with aromatherapy and mani/pedis. The restaurant, Aspects, is open for dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the indoor swimming pool, gym, Hot tub and sauna. Business amenities include 10 meeting rooms, a conference centre, and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a children's swimming pool and a snack bar/deli. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 4-property class Aviemore hotel, you'll be 20.9 km (13 mi) from Cairngorms National Park.

What's nearby

  • Strathspey Steam Railway - 2 min drive
  • Spey Valley Golf Course - 3 min drive
  • Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre - 5 min drive
  • Loch an Eilein - 8 min drive
  • Loch Morlich - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Aviemore Station - 3 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cheese & Tomatin - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Boathouse Cafe Loch Morlich - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Luxury Woodland Lodges at Macdonald Aviemore Resort - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Route 7 Café - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Old Bridge Inn - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel

Family-friendly hotel with golf course and fitness centre
Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel offers its guests a golf course, an indoor pool, and Access to hot tub. There's a restaurant on site, as well as 2 coffee shops/cafes and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and 10 meeting rooms. A children's pool, a fitness centre, and a sauna are also featured at the family-friendly Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Aviemore hotel is smoke free.

  • 149 guestrooms or units
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel offers 149 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. 28-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body treatments and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 18 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Aspects
  • Giovanni's
  • Highland Fish Bar

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Golf driving range
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Indoor pool
  • Mountain biking
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Baby toys
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 10 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 28-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Dinner is not included in half board rates for children age 12 and under who share existing bedding with a parent, and can be requested on-site for a fee.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 18.00 for adults and from GBP 12.50 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Aviemore Highland
Aviemore Hotel Macdonald
Aviemore Macdonald Highland Hotel
Aviemore Macdonald Hotel
Highland Aviemore
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Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel Aviemore
Macdonald Highland
Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort Scotland
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel?

Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel?

As of 19 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel on 25 Feb 2025 start from AU$199.14, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel?

Yep, Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like body wraps and facials.

Does Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel have a pool?

Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel has an indoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, a playground and an arcade, it's no surprise that Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, full brekkie is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel?

No, Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel?

Yep, Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel has an 18-hole golf course. You will also find a golf driving range.

Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 223 out of 728 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 280 out of 728 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 132 out of 728 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 728 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 728 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAWN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Dean

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marisa

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Margaret

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Have stayed at the Macdonald resort often and have always been thoroughly happy with our rooms This time I was disappointed with the room we were booked into. Though it was clean and functional it was very old fashioned. and felt as if the area we were in was more like staff quarters.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lisu

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time up in Macdonald Aviemore and it’s always been a delight. Love it and my 5year old daughter can never get enough of the pool especially🙂. Looking forward to another break up in Aviemore.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ian

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Lovely hotel let down by beds.
Great facilities and professional staff stay was let down by very bad mattresses, ill fitting bedding and also a blocked loo on arrival. Pool was great with wave machine, flume and spa. Parking was easy and free too.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Catherine

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stay at the McDonalds highlands
It was a really nice stay but I felt that things had gone downhill a little bit from the last time. The food was like warm in the restaurant (particularly at breakfast) and the hotel is starting to need a bit of an upgrade with regards to decor. The staff were very friendly particularly the reception staff and where the hotel is is very lovely. I felt we were shoved in a room though that had absolutely no view of anything other than a wall which was very disappointing considering how expensive it was.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved it,and it was very nice swimming pool was a bit cooler than was expected but fun. Notice it was very plushy. By arthur. 11 A good pool with a wave machine and a slide. towels at the reception. and the aspect resteraunt was brilliant.really nice staff BY ISAAC.9
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Thomas

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Definitely not a 4 star hotel
I booked a suite for 1 night for our wedding anniversary. Rather over priced for what we got. Just shy of £200 not worth it. The room was very used, the tie back hooks were ripped out the wall, the shower head leaked so the pressure wasn't good, there was make up stains around the mirror, the fire alarm was hanging from the ceiling. Our friend paid for surprise balloons and a voucher for the bar. These did not materialise. We ate at the hotel restaurant. It was clean but also very used and worn out. Big chips out of the table. Cracked glass. The food it's self was average. Safe to say we won't stay there again. The staff were all nice and polite. But definitely not a 4 star hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Avi

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Tony

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Noisy dog in the room next to us which was annoying. Pool closed early one night with no notice. Apart from that good food and good facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For my room, it was at the back of the complex so heard trucks all night long travel down the Motorway. The bed was large but felt I was falling out when I was near the end of the bed. The room was clean well maintained but slightly dated. Pints of peroni £6.90
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Stuart

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

John

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Nicola

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would not recommend to stay
So disappointing considering the amount we paid for the night. Was not worth it at all. Our room - we could hear every conversation next door were having like we were in the same room. The shower and bathroom was awful. The water was either scalding or cold and trickling out of the shower. Breakfast was awful. The side plate and milk jug were dirty with food stuck on it and tea stains. Ordered tea for two and got a pot for one and when asked for more took ages to come. No rush about the staff at all. Cleanliness is not great in the hotel. I would not recommend to stay and will not be staying there again. Then we went to use the swimming pool. The fire alarm went off no one moved asked a life guard was not the fire alarm and where do we go. He said it’s for another building if you want to leave you can but you can just go into the pool if you want? Some families were leaving in their swim suits and others stayed? Ridiculous. So disappointed considering how fancy the Macdonald resort think they are. Very out dated. Needs a good clean. Unfortunately never took photos at breakfast as never had phone but staff were aware of the dirty dishes.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Aviemore Hotel
Great hotel with lovely attention to detail. Had a meal there one night which was lovely and breakfast every morning was great. The hotel is in a great location close to the centre of Aviemore.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024