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Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel

4.0 star property
A mountain retreat where families splash in the indoor pool, golfers hit the links, and everyone finds their own adventure in the Scottish Highlands

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The Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel, surrounded by mountains, offers an indoor pool for family swims after biking or archery. Guests love the helpful staff, on-site shopping, golf, aromatherapy, free WiFi, and two nearby coffee shops.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is RM404
RM485 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (King plus pull out bed)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (King plus 2 pull out beds)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (King plus 2 pull out beds)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Aviemore, Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel is in a rural area and near a train station. Cairngorms National Park and Speyside Wildlife reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Strathspey Steam Railway and Landmark Forest Adventure Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Cairngorm Reindeer Herd and Highland Wildlife Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, downhill skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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Macdonald Aviemore Resort, Aviemore, Scotland, PH22 1PN

What's nearby

  • Cairngorms National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cairngorm Brewery - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Strathspey Steam Railway - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Spey Valley Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Craigellachie National Nature Reserve - 6 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Aviemore Station - 3 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High Range - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Inverdruie Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cairngorm Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Winking Owl - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Old Bridge Inn - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel

Upscale family-friendly hotel in the mountains
Consider a stay at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel and take advantage of a golf course, a terrace and shopping on-site. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling and archery at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in aromatherapy, a massage or a facial. The on-site restaurant, Aspects, serves dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as 2 coffee shops/cafes and a garden.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, express check-in and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 149 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • 28-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, heating and daily housekeeping

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The price is RM404
RM485 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Macdonald Aviemore Hotel

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 18 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Aspects
  • Giovanni's
  • Highland Fish Bar

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Golf driving range
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Mountain biking
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Baby toys
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 10 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 28-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

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

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

We should mention

Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort Scotland
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Frequently asked questions

Does Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel?

As of 17 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel on 21 Jan 2026 start from RM 403.8, 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 Aviemore Highland Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel located?

This family-friendly Aviemore hotel is located in a national park, within a 10-minute walk of Dalfaber Neighbourhood Centre and Cairngorm Brewery. Spey Valley Championship Golf Course and Aviemore Kart Raceway are also within 1 mile (2 km). Aviemore Station is 21 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 248 out of 816 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 312 out of 816 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 152 out of 816 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 73 out of 816 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 816 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Emmet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super comfy beds, friendly staff, and the food was good. Great place to stay if you're visiting Aviemore for hiking/outdoor activities, espessially since they have a hot tub, pool and sauna which were great after a long day.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Aviemore escape

Enjoyed our stay, very clean and comfy room with nice shower. Friendly and efficient staff. Very good buffet breakfast with lots of choices. Only negative is expensive wine at the bar
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Amenities
Friendly staff…clean room…excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Because it's such a large property I got lost. Have your check in person circle your hotel because there are 4 of them. Breakfast was excellent!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was nice. Was able to have two rooms next to each other as my family doesn’t fit into 1 in UK. Breakfast had lots of options and was enjoyable. Within walking distance of Main Street with shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ewelina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay, large comfortable bed, great food and beautiful area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing hotel great for kids

We had a fantastic stay. Hotel was amazing and staff were extremely friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect location, and plenty activities to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Geraldine

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the placement near the town and station
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good comfy stay with excellent facilities. Aspect restaurant as only dining option on site was a bit too posh for liking. Buildings look a bit old and tired but still in good condition. Am waiting for partial refund due to check out 2 days early so will see if get it. Walking directions from station were not provided and no directions on site so not easy to find hotel for initial check in.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lubos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing resort. 3 hotels, big pool, toboggan, waves. Cinema, ice skating ring, 3 restaurants. My son loved this resort.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Business trip and only stayed overnight, but staff were very courteous
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely family break

Lovely stay in Macdonald Highlands Hotel. Family room perfect for family of 4. Great facilities for kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Once we found where to go, check in was straight forward...room was fine..problem with shower screen, allowing water to escape onto floor...food at breakfast was okay, adequate though nothing special...quite busy...amenities at hotel are good..grandson loved the pool...would visit again...even with the rude awakening with the fire alarm on friday morning..!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay as usual. We come a few times a year and love it. Swimming great and staff are very helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness
This hotel is adequate and has good and not-so-good aspects. First of all is the late check-in time. 4pm seems a bit late, especially for families. On the good side, we were allowed to use the pool while we waited. The pool is a good resource but as with many MacDonald Hotels these days, parts of it are tired and need work. Half the showers in the changing rooms were not working and created queues. In the room, I was lead to believe from photos that the family room would have a double bed and two singles instead of a double and one single. Adequate but nothing more. Also, the television didn't really work. At first, there was no audio for television and then it would switch off randomly. Wifi wasn't very strong. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Surprisingly good for a chain

Overall very good and was impressed by the quality of the food
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great spot

This was a great spot to stay during our Scotland trip. The staff were very friendly, the room was comfortable and clean. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Emma

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Great location, hotel needs complete revamp!

Great location and good breakfast. However, hotel overall extremely dated and things look dirty. The pool area was extremely dirty looking and the Spa pool was not on so extremely disappointing. None of these would be major issues if it were not for the price you pay. One of the things we paid to go there for was a spa pool. The bed was comfy enough. There are only two usable sockets for plugs in room as others are the special lamp sockets so not great if have more than two things to be plugged in at once.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lots of thanks

Great experience. Fabulous room and service. Loved the pool area. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024