Nestled in the mountains, Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel offers a warm welcome with golf, a terrace, and shopping on site. Families can unwind by the indoor pool or enjoy mountain biking and archery together. With aromatherapy treatments, free WiFi, and 2 coffee shops/cafes nearby previous guests have praised the helpful staff.
Reviews
7.87.8 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
Connecting rooms available
Bar
Electric vehicle charging point
24/7 front desk
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Golf course
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Indoor pool
Breakfast available
Ski rentals
Ski storage
Ski passes
Fitness centre
Sauna
Steam room
Children's pool
For families (6)
Children's pool
Playground on-site
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
The current price is ฿4,282
฿4,282
฿5,138 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Room options
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Highlights
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Sleeps 2
2 Single Beds
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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed
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Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed
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Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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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
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Suite, 1 King Bed
Highlights
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Family Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (King plus pull out bed)
Craigellachie National Nature Reserve - 4 min drive - 4.8 km
Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
Loch Morlich - 10 min drive - 10.6 km
Getting around
Inverness (INV) - 46 min drive
Carrbridge Station - 13 min drive
Kingussie Station - 17 min drive
Aviemore Station - 21 min walk
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
A great stay at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel in Aviemore can include a round of golf at the 18-hole course. Guests can indulge in massages, body wraps or facials, and Aspects serves dinner. Other highlights include 2 coffee shops/cafes, an indoor pool and a bar/lounge. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
149 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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.
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 not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
2 coffee shops
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children's pool
Playground
Children's games
Toys
What to do
Ski passes
Archery
Mountain biking
Shopping
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Skiing lessons nearby
Waterskiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Working away
Business centre
10 meeting rooms
Conference centre
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Bike hire
Pool loungers
Ski equipment hire
Ski storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Fireplace in reception
Television in common areas
Fitness centre
Golf course on-site
Golf driving range on-site
An indoor pool
Arcade/games room
Spa services
Hot tub
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Low-height worktop and sink
Grab bar near toilet
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Room amenities
Be entertained
28-inch Smart TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Desk chair
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Spa
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.
Dining
Aspects – This restaurant only serves dinner. Reservations are required.
Giovanni's – This family restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Reservations are required. Open selected days.
Highland Fish Bar – On-site family restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open selected days.
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
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility 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. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Aviemore Highland
Aviemore Hotel Macdonald
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Aviemore Macdonald Hotel
Highland Aviemore
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Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel
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Macdonald Highland Hotel Aviemore
Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel Aviemore
Macdonald Highland
Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort Scotland
Macdonald Aviemore Highland
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Frequently asked questions
Does Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Macdonald Aviemore Highland 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel?
Yes, there's an indoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric car charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as mountain biking, archery and hiking, and practise your swing at the golf course. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel also has a sauna, a steam room and an arcade, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Aspects.
What's the area around Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel like?
Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Dalfaber Neighbourhood Centre and 8 minutes' walk from Cairngorm Brewery.
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Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
4 Jan 2025
Great Stay will be returning
Came for the skiing over NY but not able to due to warm weather. Faculties at the hotel were great and it was clean and comfortable. It is within walking distance of all the restaurants and bars on the Main Street. Great location to travel to activities but a car is recommended. We would certainly recommend and will be returning in March.
Sam
Sam, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Sep 2024
Amazing hotel great for kids
We had a fantastic stay. Hotel was amazing and staff were extremely friendly.
Samantha
Samantha, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Oct 2024
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.
Brian
Brian, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 Aug 2024
Perfect location, and plenty activities to do.
Mark
Mark, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Sep 2024
Loved the placement near the town and station
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 May 2024
We had a lovely stay, large comfortable bed, great food and beautiful area.
Ewelina
Ewelina, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
21 Feb 2025
Awful
Dirty hotel - ripped cushions on the bed
Freezing
Won’t put the fire on in the bar and all customers complaining - takes 20 min to get two simple drinks in a bar that only had two other people in it.
Giving free drinks to people of their choice and then says they’ve drank too much. Strange
No stocking gf bread and don’t know their menu to explain it
I’ve only ever complained about one hotel so I’m gutted to have to do this
Poor poor management
Do not eat in the restaurant
Rude staff
Don’t replenish your tea etc and I can’t remember the rest… just don’t stay there. Go to the cairngorm hotel or coylumbridge.
Jill
Jill, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Sep 2024
Amazing resort. 3 hotels, big pool, toboggan, waves. Cinema, ice skating ring, 3 restaurants. My son loved this resort.
Lubos
Lubos, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 Nov 2024
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.
Lisu
Lisu, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Jul 2024
Lovely walks hotel was well equipped with things to do
Katrina
Katrina, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Jul 2024
Amazing stay, the hotel was spotless, the staff very helpful and friendly, great service and do much to entertain the family. Great for all ages.
Gill
Gill, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
14 Jun 2024
Great relaxing stay!
Lovely comfortable and spacious room, with free access to a leisure centre and pool.
Would stay again though might head out for breakfast.
Geraldine
Geraldine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 Sep 2024
Soft play swimming great & room nice
Jill
Jill, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
26 Oct 2024
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.
Ian
Ian, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Sep 2024
Excellent
The hotel was fantastic, the room was really clean and spacious, the new shower was amazing. The breakfast was really nice. The staff were very friendly. Would highly recommend it
Pam
Pam, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Aug 2024
Lots of thanks
Great experience. Fabulous room and service. Loved the pool area. Would stay again.
Helen
Helen, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
23 Aug 2024
Location. The leisure facilities was great for 8 yr old. Plus great for our dogs
Euan
Euan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Jul 2024
Surprisingly good for a chain
Overall very good and was impressed by the quality of the food
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Aug 2024
10/10
Amazing stay at the Mac Donald resort! Really friendly staff 😊
Abigail
Abigail, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
13 Aug 2024
The room and the hotel itself was very dated, but the breakfast each morning was delicious. A real highlight for our 4yr old son was the soft play and swimming pool.
Magnus
Magnus, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Aug 2024
We were at the MacDonald hotel for 2 nights with our family of 8 in three rooms. Breakfast was excellent, as was one dinner which we enjoyed in the Aspects restaurant. ''all in a great experience!
David
David, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
23 Sep 2024
Stayed at Highland Hotel. Breakfast good, full range of food and on a par with most hotels. Rooms bit dated but clean and tidy. Pool joined on to this hotel and is excellent. Caters for all ages.We were hesitant after reading reviews on this hotel but don’t let them put you off. Not a 5* but good central base for exploring the area.
Gordon
Gordon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Oct 2024
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
Suzi
Suzi, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Jun 2024
Lovely family break
Lovely stay in Macdonald Highlands Hotel. Family room perfect for family of 4. Great facilities for kids.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Jun 2024
Great stay as usual. We come a few times a year and love it. Swimming great and staff are very helpful!