Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort, Aviemore - Reviews, Rooms Options & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

Aviemore Highland Resort, Aviemore, United Kingdom, PH22 1PN

Macdonald Aviemore Hotel at Macdonald Aviemore Resort is recognized as a four-star family-friendly hotel nestled in the heart of Cairngorms National Park in the Scottish Highlands. The resort features a mix of luxury accommodations, diverse dining options, and extensive leisure facilities, including a health club and wellness amenities. Guests enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding natural landscape, providing a stunning backdrop for outdoor pursuits and relaxation alike. Macdonald Aviemore Resort is known for its accessibility to skiing and snowboarding activities available from November to May.

Location

Macdonald Aviemore Resort is conveniently located 60 km from Inverness, providing easy access to major transportation routes. The resort is surrounded by stunning natural landmarks, including Rothiemurchus and Glenmore Forest Park, making it an ideal location for outdoor activities. Guests can enjoy walking or driving to nearby attractions such as the Strathspey Steam Railway and Loch Pityoulish, which adds to the overall experience of the Scottish Highlands.

Rooms

The rooms at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel accommodate families with unique features, including partitioned bunk beds for privacy. Each 4-star room includes a flat-screen TV, private bathroom with a bath or shower, and free WiFi, catering to the needs of modern travelers. Extra amenities such as space for ski storage are also available, making it convenient for winter guests. The spacious family rooms can host up to five guests, making it an ideal base for family adventures.

Eat & Drink

Onsite dining at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel includes Spey Burger, a contemporary American-style family diner serving burgers and milkshakes, as well as other restaurant choices throughout the resort. Guests can also enjoy Italian dishes at Giovanni’s Italian Ristorante and modern Scottish cuisine at Aspects Restaurant, ensuring varied dining experiences for families. Breakfast is included, providing a hearty start to the day ahead of exploring the outdoor benefits of the surrounding area.

Leisure & Business

Guests at the resort have access to extensive recreational facilities including swimming pools, a health club, and an impressive leisure center with a variety of family-friendly activities. The resort also offers opportunities for cycling, fishing, and mini-golf, ensuring guests can easily enjoy outdoor adventures. For golf enthusiasts, the Macdonald Aviemore Hotel facilitates bookings for rounds at the nearby Spey Valley championship golf course, enhancing the leisure options.

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The resort provides a range of accommodations, including double rooms, family rooms, and suites, all with breakfast, free cancellations, and exclusive deals.

Classic Family Room

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4 persons

2 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

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Triple Room

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3 persons

2 m²

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1 King Size Bed

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King Room

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2 persons

1 m²

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Aviemore2700 ft

Airports

Inverness (INV) 36.7 mi

Dundee (DND) 104.3 mi

Bus

Bus stop 4.7 mi

Facilities

Enjoy a range of amenities at the resort designed for your comfortable stay and remarkable experiences.

Wi-Fi

Parking

Off-site parking lot

Baggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Baggage storage
Locker room
Ski storage
Allergy-free rooms
Elevator
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center
Wind surfing
Canoeing
Skiing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Tennis court
Golf course
Archery
Fishing

Services

Housekeeping
Ski equipment rental
Laundry
Ski pass vendor
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs
Children's buffet
Children's pool
Water slides
Children's play area
Toys
Game room

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Entertainment
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Sauna
Steam room
Jacuzzi
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Facial
Treatment room
Beauty treatment
Massage
Shallow end

Room features

Heating
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Location

Aviemore Highland Resort, Aviemore, United Kingdom, PH22 1PN

Map view

Aviemore Highland Resort, Aviemore, United Kingdom, PH22 1PN

City landmarks

Aviemore Station

Strathspey Steam Railway

2400 ft

North end of Aviemore Aviemore Village near Kingussie

Aviemore Ring Cairn and Stone Circle

4100 ft

Rothiemurchus Centre

Rothiemurchus

1.3 mi

Nature reserve

Craigellachie National Nature Reserve

3800 ft

Glenmore Glenmore Glenmore Cairngorm Road

Glenmore Forest Park

1.0 mi

Parks

TreeZone Aviemore

1.2 mi

Dalfaber Industrial Estate

Extreme Dream Climbing Centre

1.1 mi

River Druie

1.5 mi

Loch Pityoulish

1.8 mi

Loch an Eilein Rothiemurchus By Aviemore Rothiemurchus Forest

Loch an Eilein

2.9 mi

Nearby

Aviemore Centre

1600 ft

Night club

The Vault

2000 ft

Restaurants

Giovanni's Italian Ristorante

200 ft

MacDonald Aviemore Resort

The Cairngorm Hotel

1600 ft

77 Grampian Road

Spey Burger

1700 ft

Macdonald Aviemore Resort

Aspects Restaurant

1300 ft

Macdonald Aviemore Resort

Scottish Steakhouse

1100 ft

Dalfaber Drive Macdonald Spey Valley Resort

Mambos

1800 ft

Grampian Road 12 - 13 Aviemore Centre

Royal Tandoori

2300 ft

43 Grampian Road

Miele's Gelateria

2600 ft

98 Aviemore Police Station Grampian Road

Ski-Ing Doo Restaurant

3600 ft

9 Grampian Road

The Old Bridge Inn

3000 ft

23 Dalfaber Rd

The Winking Owl

3200 ft

123 Grampian Rd

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

80%

liked the resort and would come back

Clean and spacious rooms

Friendly and accommodating staff

Subpar dining options

Facility areas needing revamp

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

6.5

Location

8.5

Service

6.0

Dining

5.9

Sebastian

United Kingdom, December 2024

5.2/10

The hotel has pleasant staff and is nicely located for families, especially with kids. Unfortunately, the room I got wasn't ready upon arrival, and it gave off an unpleasant smell. The view from my room was disappointing, looking out at a car park. The overall experience felt a bit overpriced considering the condition of the facilities.

Rooms

5.0

The room I stayed in wasn't ready when I arrived and it didn't smell nice at all. The view was disappointing, facing a car park, which took away from the experience.

Service

5.0

Although the staff were very polite, it seemed like they were overwhelmed. The facilities looked tired and a bit cheap.

Location

7.0

The location is pretty good for kids, with several fun activities nearby, which is great for family entertainment.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were decent, but the experience felt more like a budget hotel despite having a good variety of choices.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities felt outdated and a bit grotty, lacking the refreshment that would make them inviting.

Donald

United States of America, December 2024

6.6/10

My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. On the bright side, the location is really convenient for exploring nearby attractions, and the pool area was great for relaxation. However, the room was not very clean, smelled odd, and felt cramped for my family. The service from the staff was hit or miss; while some were helpful, others left much to be desired. Overall, I’d say it was overpriced for what we got.

Rooms

5.0

The room wasn't the cleanest and smelled odd. It felt too small for my family of four, and the view was just of the car park.

Service

6.0

While some staff members were friendly and helpful, I had issues getting more coffee/tea. One staff member didn't follow through with my request, but another helped out later.

Location

8.0

The hotel is in a good location, making it easy to travel to nearby attractions and the main street of Aviemore.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were decent with a good variety, but the seating felt like garden furniture and didn't offer a great atmosphere.

Facilities

8.0

I really enjoyed the swimming pool and the other facilities available onsite; they were a highlight of the stay.

Harper

United Kingdom, November 2024

7.0/10

During my stay, I found the hotel to be in a good location with plenty to keep kids entertained on-site. The room was exceptionally clean and more spacious than I expected, which made for a comfortable stay. The staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating, especially with our little one. However, the dining experience left much to be desired, with food that felt subpar for the price. Overall, a family-friendly option but with some room for improvement in the dining department.

Rooms

9.0

The room was immaculately clean and quite spacious, featuring a comfortable layout with a second single bed, a desk, and cozy armchairs. The bathroom was fresh and had a full-size walk-in shower which was ideal for me.

Service

9.0

The staff were excellent, especially in the restaurant. They went above and beyond to make our anniversary special, and were very good with our overtired toddler. Although, there was a hiccup when we didn't know how to set up the safe and needed maintenance to assist.

Location

7.0

The location was fine, with a lot to do for children right on-site, making it excellent for a family holiday. However, it was quite a trek to get to local attractions.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was disappointing; the food lacked quality and freshness, with cold pasta and overcooked chips. Paying over £12 for such a poor selection felt unjustifiable.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel had good facilities for families, although some areas seemed in need of a revamp to enhance the overall experience.

Clean and spacious rooms

Subpar dining options

Nicholas

United Kingdom, November 2024

6.0/10

My stay at the hotel had some ups and downs. While the location was fantastic and super convenient, I faced issues with the room not being cleaned, drafts due to windows not working, and the staff not being very welcoming. Check-in was delayed, which added to the frustrations, but on the plus side, the hotel was close to the town and easy to access tourist spots.

Rooms

5.0

The room had issues; it wasn't properly cleaned even with the sign on the door, and I dealt with a draft from windows that didn’t work properly.

Service

5.0

The service was a mixed bag. While some staff were friendly, I encountered a rude receptionist and my requests for coffee/tea weren't fulfilled.

Location

9.0

The hotel was perfectly located, just seconds away from the Main Street and within easy reach of public transport to local attractions.

Dining

Facilities

6.0

Facilities seemed okay, but it felt like they catered more to families with younger kids rather than early teens.

Otto

United States of America, October 2024

7.0/10

The hotel offers a cozy stay with good condition rooms and friendly service. The location is fantastic for families, making it easy to explore Aviemore. However, some aspects of the service fell short, especially in cleaning and pool temperature. The dining could use improvements, particularly regarding covering food properly at breakfast.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were in good condition, although I wish they had a fridge. Overall, they were quite comfortable.

Service

6.0

The staff was very helpful, especially when sorting out a refund for me, but the housekeeping struggled to keep up, cleaning our room at an inconvenient time.

Location

9.0

The location is superb for getting around Aviemore, ideal for families and kids to relax and meet friends.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was decent, with lots of choices, but I noticed that some food wasn't well covered, which was a bit concerning.

Facilities

5.0

While the pool area was well-maintained, I found the water to be freezing, which made it less enjoyable.

Barbara

United States of America, October 2024

7.2/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The location was fantastic, with easy access to the main street and local attractions, which made it a great base for our family. The service was hit or miss, with some staff being friendly and others a bit dismissive. While the rooms were clean and comfortable, they were a bit cramped for our family of four. Overall, the hotel has potential but could use some improvements in service and room size.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were clean and well-equipped, but unfortunately, they were too small for our family of four, as we only had a double and a single bed. It felt a bit crowded for us.

Service

6.0

The service varied; some staff members went above and beyond to help, especially in making my husband's birthday special, while others were uncommunicative and not very welcoming.

Location

9.0

The location was excellent, very central with easy access to local attractions and a nice area to walk around. It's also close to the main street of Aviemore, making it convenient for our family.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast offerings were decent with plenty of choices, but the wait times were a bit long on some days.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were generally good, but some areas felt dated, and there was a lack of modern amenities like USB charging points.

Kim

United States of America, September 2024

6.4/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, as the location was fantastic, allowing us to explore the nearby attractions easily. The rooms were clean and comfortable, but the lack of air conditioning made it a bit too warm during my stay. The service was a bit concerning, particularly with the staff being a bit too pushy on check-out day. Overall, it was a decent experience with some ups and downs.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, although it got quite hot since there was no air conditioning.

Service

5.0

Service was quick but felt overly intrusive at times, especially on check-out day.

Location

9.0

The location was excellent, making it easy to access various attractions and lovely grounds to explore.

Dining

5.0

Dining options were not impressive; we had to eat out for breakfast due to the limited selection.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities seemed decent, with a good pool area that we enjoyed, but there could be more amenities.

Clean rooms

No air conditioning

Liam

United Kingdom, August 2024

6.6/10

I recently stayed at this hotel, and there were definitely some highlights as well as a few setbacks. The location was perfect for exploring the area, and the rooms were lovely and clean. However, we had a bit of a wait for our rooms to be ready, and the service could use some improvement. Overall, it was a fair experience for the price we paid, but a few tweaks would make it even better.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were tiny but lovely, clean, and super comfy.

Service

6.0

While some staff were really helpful, there was one receptionist who promised more coffee/tea but didn't follow through. However, another staff member helped us when we asked.

Location

9.0

The location was great for exploring, just a short distance to everything, including the bus stop to landmarks.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was okay, though I felt like I was sitting on garden furniture and the food wasn't great for the price, especially the kids' meals.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel had some nice amenities, but the dining facilities left much to be desired.

Edmund

United Kingdom, August 2024

7.4/10

Our stay at the hotel was great overall, with comfortable rooms and a friendly staff that made us feel at home. The location was very convenient for exploring Aviemore, although the dining experience left a bit to be desired. While the breakfast had a good variety, we did experience some cooler dishes. The pool facilities were a fun addition for the kids, and the value for money was reasonable, though certain amenities felt lacking.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were comfortable and spacious, perfect for our family.

Service

7.0

The staff was excellent, really helpful and friendly, but we found the check-out reminder a bit rude.

Location

9.0

The location was superb, centrally located and great for doing activities in Aviemore.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was good with a variety of foods, but some meals were cold and not up to par for this hotel category.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent, but we felt that more amenities for kids would have been beneficial.

Barry

United States of America, August 2024

6.8/10

I recently stayed at this hotel and found its location to be fabulous for exploring the area, nestled in the mountains. The rooms were spacious enough for my family, although they definitely need some maintenance. The service was a bit lacking, as the staff seemed more focused on setup than guest experience. Dining was enjoyable but could have been improved. Overall, it offers good value for money, but there are several areas that could use enhancement.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were generous in size and perfect for my family, accommodating a king-sized bed and a sofa bed, but they definitely need some immediate maintenance, like the bench that was coming off the wall.

Service

5.0

While the staff was available to check us in, I felt they were often too busy chatting or setting up for the next morning. Their approach was lackluster, making us feel a bit unwelcome.

Location

9.0

The location is fantastic, set amongst the beautiful mountains and close to the center of Aviemore, making it easy to explore the area.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast was decent and included, which I appreciated, but the experience was somewhat inconsistent – it could use more variety and better organization.

Facilities

6.0

The amenities were acceptable, but nothing specialized stood out during my stay.