Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort

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Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort
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Overview

Offering a gym, a terrace, and a food court, the fantastic Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort lies in a popular area of Aviemore, a mere 600 metres from The Vault and approximately a 10-minute ride from the tranquil Loch an Eilein Lake. This 4-star family resort boasts a setting relatively near Strathspey Steam Railway Railroad Company and features an indoor swimming pool, a treatment room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna.

Location

The Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort has a perfect location close to parks and woods. The fantastic property is also approximately 5 minutes' walk from Spey Valley Golf Course, and close to a railway station. The accommodation is also a walk from Cairngorms National Park. There is Rothiemurchus approximately a 25-minute walk away, while Aviemore bus station next to Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort.

For those travelling from afar, Inverness airport is 48 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

You can choose from one of the 108 refurbished rooms with a cable flat-screen television, and self-catering amenities like tea/coffee making facilities. They are furnished with king size beds or sofa beds along with a sofa set and a work desk.

Eat & Drink

Breakfast is served every morning in the restaurant. Smiffy's features Scottish dishes and is situated 7 minutes' stroll away.

Leisure & Business

Guests also have access to an indoor pool and a picnic area at an extra charge. Bicycles for rent are available at the Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort and canoeing, snow skiing, and archery can be organised. Keeping fit at the accommodation is convenient thanks to a gym facility that offers fitness classes.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 16:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP 6 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Building
Number of floors:4
Number of rooms:108
Former name
Macdonald Academy Aviemore
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Rooms and availability

Double Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
Standard King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Triple Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Off-site car park

Luggage storage

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Coffee shop

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Pedicure

Manicure

Jacuzzi

Facial

Sports & Fitness

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

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Ski equipment hire
  • 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

  • Cots
  • 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
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Essential information about Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort

💵 Lowest room price 13694 INR
📏 Distance to centre 800 m
🗺️ Location rating 8.6
✈️ Distance to airport 59.0 km
🧳 Nearest airport Inverness, INV

Location

Address
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Aviemore Highland Resort, Aviemore, United Kingdom, PH22 1PN
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Aviemore Highland Resort, Aviemore, United Kingdom, PH22 1PN
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
  • Hotels nearby
Aviemore Centre
460 m
Night club
The Vault
590 m
Restaurant
Aspects Restaurant
390 m
Restaurant
The Cairngorm Hotel
470 m
Restaurant
Scottish Steakhouse
330 m
Restaurant
The Highland Line
470 m
Restaurant
Mambos
540 m
Restaurant
Royal Tandoori
690 m
Restaurant
Explorer Cafe
830 m

Reviews of Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort

7.3 /10
Very good
2171 reviews
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Spacious family rooms, refined dining options, large pool with wave machine, and convenient access to local attractions.

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Guests rate the Location 8/10

Categories:

Rooms and cleanliness5
Here's what guests said:
“Rooms spacious with comfy beds; some require maintenance and attention to cleanliness.”
Location8
Here's what guests said:
“5-minute walk to Aviemore Centre, local shops, and Glenmore Forest Park nearby for outdoor activities.”
Dining7
Here's what guests said:
“Breakfast varied; praised for pizza, risotto and convenient dining near reception.”
Price and service7
Here's what guests said:
“Good value for families; staff responses noted for efficiency, particularly at reception.”
Our guests’ reviewsWrite a Review
  • H
    Herbert
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 31 Dec
    Great
    8.4

    The room was good value.

  • J
    John
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 30 Dec
    Perfect
    9.0

    The location was gorgeous, around 10-15 minutes walk from Spey Valley Golf Course. There were a private safe, a sofa bed, coffee and tea making facilities in the room, enjoyed that.

  • R
    Roy
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 21 Dec
    Very good
    7.0

    Spotless units with the heaters on, a sofa bed and ice bucket, and the staff were exceptional.

  • H
    Hugh
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 17 Dec
    Great
    8.4

    I appreciated appetising food.

  • V
    Victor
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 03 Dec
    Very good
    7.0

    Consider using the indoor activity center for some fun family time, as it offers a great distraction for kids and is often overlooked by visitors.

  • L
    Lily
    United Kingdom
    left 8 reviews
    Wrote a review on 19 Nov
    Nice
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms7.0
    Service5.0
    Dining5.0
    6.0
    family programming
    check-in issues
    service delays

    excellent family programming, luxurious swimming pool features, high-quality dining experiences

    The hotel could really benefit from improving its check-in efficiency!!! Clearer communication about menu availability would spare guests from unexpected frustrations !!!

    Classic Family Room Sofa Bed
  • C
    Christina
    United Kingdom
    left 9 reviews
    Wrote a review on 16 Sept
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service10.0
    Dining9.0
    9.0
    swimming pool
    family entertainment
    delicious breakfast

    The swimming pool was awesome, with a fun flume and plenty of floats. We also enjoyed the delicious breakfast with a great variety. The kids loved the entertainment, especially the show, a great performance!

    100% recommend

    Classic Family Room - 3
  • O
    Olivia
    United Kingdom
    left 4 reviews
    Wrote a review on 15 Sept
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service9.0
    Dining8.0
    9.0
    spacious rooms
    comfy beds
    late room readiness

    The rooms are super spacious with comfy beds, and the breakfast had a great selection that kept the whole family happy. We loved relaxing in the indoor swimming pool and enjoyed the sauna too, making it a nice way to wind down. The only hiccup was our room being ready a bit late, but it didn't really take away from our stay. 😊

    Standard King Room
  • L
    Lily
    United Kingdom
    left 2 reviews
    Wrote a review on 13 Sept
    Nice
    6.0

    Good location for families looking to explore the surrounding outdoor activities. The indoor pool offers a solid place for kids to burn off energy and relax after a long day of adventures.

    Expect some quirks. Our room had a strong dog scent. The service was a bit chaotic, with our room not ready at check-in and several requests going unanswered, which left us in a bit of a bind. A few details like peeling paint on the exterior could use some attention to freshen things up.

  • S
    Sandra
    United Kingdom
    left 13 reviews
    Wrote a review on 05 Sept
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service7.0
    Dining7.0
    8.0
    swimming pool
    fun flume
    check-in process
    long wait

    We had an amazing time! The swimming pool was the highlight 🏊‍♀️, especially with the fun flume. The only downside was the check-in process, which could have been smoother.

    Classic Family Room - 3
  • J
    Jack
    United Kingdom
    left 11 reviews
    Wrote a review on 02 Sept
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service8.0
    Dining7.0
    8.0
    clean room
    family-friendly swimming pool

    The macdonald was a great stay. The classic family room we had was clean and spacious. Breakfast was served near reception. The huge swimming pool was a hit with the kids, especially the waves!

    totally recommend

    Classic Family Room - 3
  • C
    Cameron
    United Kingdom
    left 2 reviews
    Wrote a review on 30 Aug
    Nice
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms5.0
    Service7.0
    Dining6.0
    6.0
    soft play
    entertainment staff
    activity center
    dated rooms
    poor cleanliness

    Kids loved the soft play area and activities ran by the entertainment staff. Rooms feel dated and need upgrades. Overall decent stay but some areas lack cleanliness.

    Classic Family Room - 3
  • C
    Charlotte
    United Kingdom
    left 7 reviews
    Wrote a review on 22 Aug
    Very good
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms6.0
    Service8.0
    Dining8.0
    7.0
    huge swimming pool
    delicious breakfast
    cleanliness issues
    room refurbishment

    Great Family Activities with Room for Improvement

    We had a fun family vacation, especially enjoying the huge swimming pool with its wave machine, which the kids loved. The breakfast had a wonderful variety. The room we stayed in was in need of refurbishment, and we encountered issues with cleanliness. It's a good choice for family fun, but attention to room maintenance is needed.

    Classic Family Room - 3
  • C
    Connor
    United Kingdom
    left 5 reviews
    Wrote a review on 19 Aug
    Nice
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms6.0
    Service5.0
    Dining5.0
    6.0
    comfortable bed

    Just a fine choice for exploring town in Aviemore with good value for price. The double bed was comfortable enough for a decent night's sleep.

    Classic Family Room With Sofa Bed
  • H
    Harry
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 11 Aug
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service9.0
    Dining6.0
    9.0
    fun family amenities
    relaxing spa
    food quality

    We had a fantastic time enjoying the lovely swimming pool and play zone, which our kids loved. The indoor spa was a great spot for some relaxation, and we also made use of the sauna to unwind after a long day. Just a heads up, the food could use a bit more effort, but it didn't ruin our experience! 😊

    Classic Family Room Sofa Bed

FAQ about Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the fantastic 4-star Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort?
Spey Valley Golf Course, placed around a 5-minute walk from the fantastic 4-star Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort, as well as Loch Pityoulish (about a 10-minute drive away) are worth visiting.
What popular attractions are closest to Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort hotel?
Guests of Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort hotel can visit Aviemore Centre (within walking distance of the accommodation), or Strathspey Steam Railway Railroad Company placed 9 minutes' walk away.
Can we park our car at the fantastic 4-star Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort hotel?
Yes, the fantastic 4-star Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort hotel provides parking spaces on site.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the resort?
Guests of the resort can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-8/10 according to reviews-quick bites Smiffy's offering Scottish cuisine.
Does the hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the fantastic 4-star Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort?
Guests of the fantastic 4-star Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort can check in from 16:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00.
What payment methods are accepted in the fantastic 4-star Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort hotel?
At the fantastic 4-star Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort hotel, guests can pay using Visa, Mastercard, and American Express as well as other payment methods.
What room types does the resort comprise?
The resort provides such room types as Standard King Room, Triple Room, and Queen Suite.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the fantastic 4-star Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort?
All rooms of the fantastic 4-star Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort feature coffee/tea making facilities as well as an individual safe, some of them boast a sofa set and a work desk.
Does the fantastic 4-star Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort hotel offer special amenities for people with disabilities?
Yes, at the fantastic 4-star Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort hotel there are rooms with accessible facilities, wheelchair access, and accessible bathrooms available for guests with special needs.
Does the fantastic 4-star Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort hotel feature any spa facilities?
Pampering amenities in the fantastic 4-star Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort hotel include a treatment room, a steam room, and a Jacuzzi.
Is swimming pool available at the resort?
Yes, the resort features an indoor swimming pool.

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