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Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa

Property class: 4

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A terrace, mini golf and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa. Indulge in a body wrap, a massage and a facial at the on-site spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and Regional cuisine. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities such as racquetball/squash. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a playground and an arcade/games room.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is RM750
RM900 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Family Room, 1 Double Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Family Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • Sleeps 10
  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • Sleeps 10
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Stirling, Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa is in the mountains and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Loch Lomond and Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Go Country, Forest Hills Water Sport Centre and McLaren Community Leisure Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Stirling travel guide
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Kinlochard, The Trossachs, Aberfoyle, Stirling, Scotland, FK8 3TL

What's nearby

  • A castle surrounded by dense green trees and hills.
    Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A lake surrounded by hills and a sunset sky.
    Loch Lomond
    17 min drive - 20.4 km
  • A cemetery with numerous gravestones, surrounded by lush greenery and a castle in the background.
    Stirling Castle
    47 min drive - 46.2 km
  • Loch Ard
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Go Country, Forest Hills Water Sport Centre
    10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Balloch Station
    28 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
    64 min drive

Restaurants

  • Liz Macgregors
    6 min drive
  • The Faerie Tree
    6 min drive
  • Brig O' Turk Tea Room & Restaurant
    15 min drive
  • The Station
    6 min drive
  • The Pier Cafe
    9 min drive

About this property

Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa

  • Upscale family-friendly hotel by the lake
  • At Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa, you can look forward to a terrace, mini golf and a garden. Indulge in a body wrap, a massage and a facial at the on-site spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and Regional cuisine. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities such as racquetball/squash. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a playground and an arcade/games room.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • Swimming pool, along with sunloungers
    • Free self-parking
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), 2 outdoor tennis courts and an indoor pool
    • Luggage storage, a lift and a banquet hall
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 55 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
    • 30-inch TVs with cable channels
    • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 18 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Rafters Bar and Bistro
  • The Garden Restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1904
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 30-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 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

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 18.00 for adults and from GBP 12.50 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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
This property charges consumption-based electricity fees.

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Construction is underway at a neighbouring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa?

As of 19 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa on 2 Sept 2026 start from RM750, excluding 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 Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa pet-friendly?

Yes, Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa located?

This family-friendly Stirling hotel is located on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of Loch Ard and Go Country, Forest Hills Water Sport Centre. Doon Hill and Fairy Knowe and Aberfoyle Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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