Macdonald Aviemore Woodland Lodges

4.0 star property
Lodge with indoor pool, near Spey Valley Golf Course

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Beach
Exterior
Indoor pool, pool loungers
In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Food and drink

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Spa services
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • 10 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on-site
  • Kitchenette
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Garden
  • Terrace

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About the area

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Aviemore, Inverness-shire, Aviemore, Scotland, PH22 1PN

What's nearby

  • Spey Valley Golf Course - 1 min walk
  • Strathspey Steam Railway - 8 min walk
  • Speyside Wildlife - 4 min drive
  • Loch an Eilein - 6 min drive
  • Loch Morlich - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Inverness (INV) - 50 min drive
  • Aviemore Station - 5 min walk
  • Carrbridge Station - 15 min drive
  • Kingussie Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cheese & Tomatin - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Boathouse Cafe Loch Morlich - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Luxury Woodland Lodges at Macdonald Aviemore Resort - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Route 7 Café - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Old Bridge Inn - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Macdonald Aviemore Woodland Lodges

Enjoy your visit to Aviemore with a stay at Macdonald Aviemore Woodland Lodges. You can indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps or manicures and pedicures, and Giovanni's serves Italian cuisine. There's an indoor pool and a bar/lounge, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves.

Languages

English, French, German

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 18 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
  • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
  • Contactless check-out

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • The host will greet guests on arrival

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

Children

  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets allowed*
  • Service animals welcome
  • Restrictions apply*
  • Food and water bowls available

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
  • On-site parking is limited

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Playground

What to do

  • Archery
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Skiing lessons nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Zip-lining nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Working away

  • 10 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fitness centre
  • An indoor pool
  • Spa services
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 36-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dressing gowns

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette
  • Cookware, dishes and utensils

More

  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials and body wraps.

Dining

Giovanni's – This restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine.

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
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.

Also known as

Macdonald Aviemore Luxury Woodland Lodges Lodge
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Lodge Macdonald Aviemore Luxury Woodland Lodges
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Macdonald Woodland Lodges
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Frequently asked questions

Does Macdonald Aviemore Woodland Lodges offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Macdonald Aviemore Woodland Lodges 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Macdonald Aviemore Woodland Lodges?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Macdonald Aviemore Woodland Lodges?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Macdonald Aviemore Woodland Lodges?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Macdonald Aviemore Woodland Lodges?
Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Macdonald Aviemore Woodland Lodges and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as archery. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the lodge's other amenities, which include a sauna and a fitness centre. Macdonald Aviemore Woodland Lodges also has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Macdonald Aviemore Woodland Lodges?
Yes, Giovanni's offers Italian cuisine.
Does Macdonald Aviemore Woodland Lodges have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a fridge, a microwave and cookware.
What's the area around Macdonald Aviemore Woodland Lodges like?
Macdonald Aviemore Woodland Lodges is a short 5-minute walk from Aviemore Station and 8 minutes' walk from Strathspey Steam Railway.

Macdonald Aviemore Woodland Lodges Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Lee, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This place was absolutely amazing, it was clean, the wood heater warmed up the lodge quickly and every room had its own bathroom which was a lovely surprise! I loved everything about it! I cant wait to come back for a longer family holiday
Emma, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Raffael, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The lodge was in a great location for the centre of Aviemore. It had everything we needed and was comfortable accommodation for 6 adults. The only thing i could really fault was it could do with a little freshen up of paint.
Pauline, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Room for improvement, but very comfortable.
Our week in Lodge 4 was lovely, but we had some thoughts on simple things that could have made it excellent. Firstly, staying midwinter means lots of coats and wet shoes are likely, but there were no coathooks anywhere in the lodge, only a tiny doormat, no shoe rack or tray. There's plent of space for all these things and they're not expensive to put in, and would have made a huge difference. Secondly, the kitchenette was as described (basic), but if you provide a microwave comi oven, pyrex-type dishes for cooking in it ought to be provided too. We had to use the crockery and pray it didn't crack (it didn't). There was a persistent drawing smell in the main bathroom too, so a little tlc on the plumbing would be good. But having said all that, we had a really comfortable week, and having the convenience of restaurant, bar, gym and pool onsite, as well as Tesla chargers was exactly what we wanted, with the privacy of an exclusive and spacious lodge. Would definitely consider staying again in the winter.
Stephen, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

It could be amazing, but…
It has the makings of a great resort but falls short on so many levels. It’s really tired with the woodland lodges in need of a refurb. Things like loose tiles in the bathroom, faded/worn carpets / kitchen cupboards misshaped and not closing properly. Kitchen facilities in the lodge also weren’t great. No oven for cooking, no knives for chopping food, pans were dirty in the cupboard too. There were no cushions on the couches in the lodge for added comfort and a rug underfoot would have been appreciated. The staff were friendly enough but just didn’t go the extra mile where needed. We requested a high chair in the lodge for our baby but they forgot and when I asked again they said they couldn’t get one until the next day. I then suggested that maybe they could borrow from one of their 3 restaurants. They then managed to organise this but no one was available to deliver to the lodge for me. I had to carry the high chair from the hotel to the lodge whilst carrying an 8 month old baby. As I said, their were friendly, helpful when prompted but just a bit thoughtless in their delivery. Great woodland area for our little boy to explore but things like fallen fences and barbed wire should be taken care of maintenance. The team in the kids activity centre were really friendly and the pool / soft play were nice and clean. This was the reason I booked this place but I don’t think I’d return again until a refurbishment takes place.
Billie, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Not our first time and not our last at the Woodland lodges. Great deal for families or groups. Lodge is roomy and well maintained. In the heart of Aviemore, easy to walk the strip. Had great weather so walked everyday. Breakfast buffet welcome start to the day.
allan, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyable stay in lodge 3
5 friends staying in the lodges from Fri-Sun, very comfortable and clean. Loved the fire in the lodge, wood store available outside the lodge. Beds very comfortable. We look forward to returning. A great Scottish Breakfast was included.
Lorna, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved it!
Had a fantastic stay in the Woodland Lodges. Really lovely cabins that were so fresh and had plenty of space. Clean, comfortable beds, gorgeous setting. Any of the staff we spoke to were lovely. Breakfast was fab. Will definitely be back!
Theresa, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

magic
magic
Margaret-Anne, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Aviemore
Very comfortable although getting a little tired round the edges. Lovely friendly staff make a difference.
colin, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fab 5 night stay
We had a wonderful stay in the lodges, however the lodges could do with a refresh and some of the furniture is looking dated and could do with some modernisation. But overall a great 5 night stay
Lee, 5-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Chris, 5-night trip
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6/10 Good

Lodge is a bit tired and worn e.g. kitchen units, bathroom sink etc. Could do with some refurbishment. Kids club distinctly underwhelming
Scott, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Colin, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

The lodges are large, well situated and generally have good facilities. They are a bit tired looking now though and would benefit from some upgrading. However the standard of cleanliness was high. I would stay again taking everything into account. Had a fab holiday.
Allison, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Elouise, 1-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good

David, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Claire, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Joy, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay in Aviemore
3 bedroom lodge was perfect for 4 adults and 2 dogs. Plenty of space and great that all bedrooms were en-suite. Location was great and the woodland setting was perfect
Raymond, 3-night family trip
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6/10 Good

Overpriced “luxury”
Stayed in lodges and these must have been amazing in their day but the state of the lodge is like a run down caravan. The resort itself although clean disappointed in all areas leaving the impression that the place is looking run down. There are areas shut down. Large areas not covered by street lighting due to them not working, leaving pathways in darkness, left feeling unsafe. The lodges are next to walking route so you have meandering people walking past. The lodge itself although impressive with the en-suite rooms has a tiny kitchen for the space in the cabin, certainly wouldn’t like to cook for a cabin at capacity. There was no instructions or info left to help, perhaps email would have been good due to Covid. There were lights out in neatly every room, inside and out and walking round you could see others had similar issues. The ceiling in the rooms and bathroom are showing signs of disrepair. Toilet handles loose, mould in showers, ripped furniture, outside steps not even. Certainly not worth the money charging and looking at the hotel, wasn’t impressed so wouldn’t look to rush to book in here.
Bathroom ceiling
Bathroom floor
Spacious
Tired kitchen
Paul, 7-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Slightly dated but clean, tidy and comfortable. Good location within Aviemore.
3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Aviemore break
A little tired looking but overall comfort is very good. Difficult situation because of COVID and check ins could have been staggered a little to avoid the queuing. Breakfast is only decent but the staff were exceptionally helpful and friendly.
colin, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean spacious accomodation.
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review