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Macdonald Aviemore Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 indoor pools and health club

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Golf
Aerial view
Front of property - evening/night
2 indoor pools, pool loungers
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$198
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar

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Macdonald Aviemore Resort, Aviemore, Scotland, PH22 1PN
  • Strathspey Steam Railway
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Spey Valley Golf Course
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Craigellachie National Nature Reserve
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Inverness (INV)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Single Bed and 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Kids pool
3.9 out of 5, Good, (728)
The price is AU$250
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel

About the area

Aviemore

A family-friendly stay in Aviemore awaits you at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel. Within steps you'll find Strathspey Steam Railway and Spey Valley Golf Course within a 10-minute stroll. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include 2 indoor swimming pools, a restaurant and free self-parking. .A day of pampering can include massages and body wraps along with aromatherapy and Ayurvedic treatments. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the gym, kids' club, sauna and kids' swimming pool. Business travelers can take advantage of 10 meeting rooms, a conference centre, and a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, laundry facilities and ski storage. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7 AM and 10:30 AM. .With a stay at this 4-property class Aviemore hotel, you'll be 22.4 km (13.9 mi) from Cairngorms National Park.

What's nearby

  • Strathspey Steam Railway - 4 min walk
  • Spey Valley Golf Course - 5 min walk
  • Speyside Wildlife - 2 min drive
  • Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre - 2 min drive
  • Loch an Eilein - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Aviemore Station - 1 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cheese & Tomatin - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Boathouse Cafe Loch Morlich - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Luxury Woodland Lodges at Macdonald Aviemore Resort - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Route 7 Café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Old Bridge Inn - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Macdonald Aviemore Hotel

Family-friendly hotel with 2 indoor pools and health club
Macdonald Aviemore Hotel offers its guests 2 indoor swimming pools, a waterslide, a health club, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business centre and 10 meeting rooms. A children's pool, an arcade/games room, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the family-friendly Macdonald Aviemore Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Aviemore hotel is smoke free.

  • 108 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2000
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Macdonald Aviemore Hotel offers 108 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Satellite televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

This Aviemore hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 18 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 indoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Health club
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Steam room
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • 2 indoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 10 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • 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.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 28-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra 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 and American Express. 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 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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Macdonald Academy Aviemore
Macdonald Academy Hotel
Macdonald Academy Hotel Aviemore
Academy Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort Scotland
Macdonald Aviemore Hotel
Macdonald Aviemore
Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort Scotland
Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel Aviemore
Macdonald Aviemore Hotel Hotel
Macdonald Aviemore Hotel Aviemore
Macdonald Aviemore Hotel Hotel Aviemore

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel?

Macdonald Aviemore 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 Hotel?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel on 4 Mar 2025 start from AU$197.61, 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 Hotel?

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

Does Macdonald Aviemore Hotel have a pool?

Macdonald Aviemore Hotel has 2 indoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Does Macdonald Aviemore Hotel have a waterslide?

Yep, this property has a waterslide!

What luxury perks are available at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel?

Macdonald Aviemore Hotel features 2 indoor pools, a health club and a steam room.

Is Macdonald Aviemore Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's club, a children's pool and supervised childcare, it's no surprise that Macdonald Aviemore Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Macdonald Aviemore Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, full brekkie is available daily between 7 AM and 10:30 AM.

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

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel?

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

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

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

Are pets allowed at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

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

There isn't one on site, but Spey Valley Golf Course is a short 5-minute walk away.

Macdonald Aviemore Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 502 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 165 out of 502 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 502 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 72 out of 502 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 502 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joji

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Pete

Travelled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Don’t be fooled by the photos.
Don’t be fooled by the photos. They show different places within the ‘resort’ and the most standout photos are of the ‘Highland Hotel’ part of the resort. Double check which hotel you are staying in within the resort to avoid disappointment.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Katarzyna

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

4/10 Poor

matt

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not worth the money.
Hotel & room very dated. Bed & duvet lumpy & uncomfortable. Expensive for what it was, no value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

farah

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property is very dated, the cleanliness is not great, the rooms looked clean but were still dusty and musty smelling. The staff however were great, super friendly and helpful. Pool was good the kids really enjoyed this facility, but no information about timings, we were lucky we arrived before it closed! The parking was good lots of space.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Courtney

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was amazing for families, lots of activities for children. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Karen

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

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

8/10 Good

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and relaxing place. Lots of activities for kids and adults Evening entertainment
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maribel

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Amanda

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very Disappointing!!!!!
Horrible stay!!! Breakfast was late stood for ages for refill of eggs, bacon, sausage etc!! Bathroom had paint coming of the shower ceiling!! Mould around the shower! The only thing that was positive was house keeping came back to clean room. Thumbs up for house keeping!!!! The rest is horrible service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice apartment
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Pamela

Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ryan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Katherine

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Quincy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So many doors down the hallways to the rooms. The door outside our room was a main walkway and was opening and slamming all hours of the night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Dawn

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very dated an in need of freshening up. Smelt like the property had been closed for some time.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linsey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good break at Aviemore , nice swimming pool
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bad communication
I arrived the booked hotel, but there were empty. I have been waiting one hour outside the hotel during cold weather. There is no direct contact to the hotel from hotel.com Finally I found their contact # from their website. They moved my booking to another hotel, Macdonald Highlands Hotel, without any notice to me. They told me because I booked the hotel from 3rd party (Hotels.com) so they can’t contact me. I think it is non sense. I can’t pay £25 for the dinner package, I have to pay the normal price from their menu (because I moved another hotel so I have to changed my plan for dinner).
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Alison Lynne

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Carol-Anne

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disappointing
I think I expected too much from this hotel going by the pictures and the experience I’ve had at other MacDonald hotels I expected a comfortable stay. The hotel was in need of a refurbishment especially the bathroom area. I found the surround of the bath had not been cleaned and found a dead spider on the window sill. I know these are little things but we stayed at this hotel as they offered a Christmas experience so expected my children to stay in a clean bedroom. The hotel room was very cold it was -9 outside I turned the heater to the maximum but it still was only mildly warm to touch. After a couple of visits to reception the agreed to bring up a heater which made a massive difference. Breakfast was okay again my expectations were high especially since it was advertised as a family friendly Christmas weekend break there was hardly anything child friendly for breakfast apart from cereal. I won’t be returning to this hotel I don’t think it represents the MacDonald brand well.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023