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Macdonald Aviemore Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel in Aviemore with 2 indoor pools and restaurant

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Restaurant
Golf
Front of property - evening/night
Lobby sitting area
2 indoor pools, sun loungers
Macdonald Aviemore Hotel is a haven for active travelers and families, offering shopping on site, a serene garden, and an exciting playground. Unwind in the sauna or steam room after an archery session or cycling adventure.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • 2 indoor pools
  • Breakfast available
  • Ski storage
  • Ski passes
  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Children's pool
  • Waterslide
  • Massage/treatment rooms

For families (6)

  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Playground on site
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
$112 nightly
The total price is $134
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed and 2 Double Beds

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Total includes taxes and fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23
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About the neighborhood

Map
Macdonald Aviemore Resort, Aviemore, Scotland, PH22 1PN

What's nearby

  • Strathspey Steam Railway - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Spey Valley Golf Course - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Speyside Wildlife - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Loch an Eilein - 6 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Inverness (INV) - 51 min drive
  • Aviemore Station - 1 min walk
  • Kingussie Station - 15 min drive
  • Carrbridge Station - 16 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

Located near a train station, Macdonald Aviemore Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Aviemore. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, or indulge in massages, aromatherapy, or Ayurvedic treatments. Other highlights at this eco-certified hotel include 2 indoor pools, a bar/lounge, and a health club.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 108 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
DONE

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 onsite for a fee.
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • Supervised childcare*
    • Children's club*
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Waterslide
  • Playground
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)

What to do

  • Ski passes
  • Archery
  • Shopping
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Ski lessons nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • 10 meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers
  • Ski storage

Facilities

  • Built in 2000
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Health club
  • 2 indoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Waterslide
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 28-inch TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 18.00 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
  • Children's club access is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or health club without adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

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

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

Does Macdonald Aviemore Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Macdonald Aviemore Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel?

Yes, there are 2 indoor pools and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as archery. Go for a swim in one of the 2 indoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a waterslide and a sauna. Macdonald Aviemore Hotel also has a steam room and an arcade, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Macdonald Aviemore Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Macdonald Aviemore Hotel like?

Macdonald Aviemore Hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Aviemore Station and 4 minutes' walk from Strathspey Steam Railway.

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Macdonald Aviemore Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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Food
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Amenities

Reviews

2/10 Poor

Dated, certainly not 4 star!!
Mantas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place

We were on a long drive home from the North Coast to Edinburgh and decided late to give up and spend the night in Aviemore. This was perfect, lovely hotel, great service, excellent filling breakfast included. And perfect location for heading up to the Cairngorm Mountain Railway the next day.
1-night trip

6/10 Good

Was okay overall but hotel was a little tired looking, bin in room wasn’t emptied and bathroom was dirty
Angela, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pool area needs to be improved, walls and floor need to be throughly cleaned
Abbas, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Staff were friendly and helpful, accommodation is becoming tired, sockets in room not working, no seal on shower screen to stop water going on floor, no hot water one morning so had cold showers, food and pool were good, my children enjoyed the pool toys / floats.
Anna, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

This property was amazing for families, lots of activities for children. We would definitely come back.
Courtney, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Quiet and relaxing place. Lots of activities for kids and adults Evening entertainment
Angela, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good break at Aviemore , nice swimming pool
Linsey, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great stay

Great base for exploring Aviemore with lots to do on site. We had the dinner and breakfast included tariff and this was really good value.
Claire, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice apartment
Christine, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was good.
Ian, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Needs some care

Its a good hotel its just in need of some TLC simple things like replacing mouldy sealant in the shower in fact some sealant would go a long way thag way water wouldnt be running out underneath the screen. Its coming into warmer weather.an the rooms are absolutely roasting air conditioning is obviously an expensive outlay so even just provide fans in the rooms. Bar choices are a little lacking but a nice atmosphere great for kids but the pool area does need cleaned more you feel like your sticking to the tiles when you leave to get changed after a swim
Liam, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Bit grim

Arrived 8.45, no possibility of dinner, surly receptionist, police arrived later, drunk folk in the bar, felt like a run down dump. One barman doing his best, felt for him Breakfast a far more positive experience, room was adequate, no frills, not even water. Certainly wouldn’t return by choice
Hamish, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyable stay, good size room for 3 of us & the dog. Friendly staff, very welcoming with the dog, easily accessible dog exercise area. Great pool, although busy, plenty room and facilities.
Jennifer, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Resort severely in need of some TLC. Smelly room with lots of broken items. Overpriced for what it is. Food was very poor quality.
Jack, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

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.
Pete, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Although early in the season there was still a lot to do on site.
graham, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel, good service, wifi non existant
Alan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff at this hotel couldnt do enough to help. The ease of booking restaurants for dinners was faultless. Staff in both restaurants were very helpful. Giovannis especially..
Anne-Moira, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Quincy, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Very dated an in need of freshening up. Smelt like the property had been closed for some time.
Dawn, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Wonderful staff, but dated hotel

Super position in Aviemore, very near the shops and restaurants. The hotel is looking dated now. Breakfast was good. The most annoying things were the heavy, banging hotel doors and the fact that my key card kept failing to work, necessitating many (longish) walks back to reception. The best thing about this hotel are the super helpful staff, particularly reception.
Neil, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The Aviemore Hotel bar and Spey burgers restaurant were not open, part of the reason for us chosing this hotel and resort. It was disappointing as fussy kid eater. The other restaurant giivannis was nice and quick service with friendly staff.
Nicola, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pleasant stay need better info from Hotels.com

No stars to Hotels.com who send the wrong information about which MacDonald Hotel we were staying in. I was sent details for a hotel which is currently closed at the MacDonald resort. The resort has three hotels, one of which is currently closed for renovation and we wasted some time looking for the correct hotel. The actual hotel, the MacDonald Highlander was very comfortable though in need of some updating. Very tasty buffet breakfast.
Ruth, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

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
Amanda, 2-night trip