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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
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 fire extinguisher, 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.
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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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 13-minute walk from Spey Valley Championship Golf Course and 5 minutes' walk from Dalfaber Neighbourhood Centre.
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
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
14 Jan 2025
Paul
Paul, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
7 Jan 2025
Bruno
Bruno, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
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
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10/10 Exceptional
2 Jan 2025
Marie
Marie, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Dec 2024
helen
helen, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 Dec 2024
Dawn
Dawn, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Nov 2024
Jake
Jake, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 Nov 2024
Hannah
Hannah, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 Nov 2024
DAWN
DAWN, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
15 Nov 2024
Dean
Dean, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Nov 2024
Marisa
Marisa, 3-night trip
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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 family trip
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6/10 Good
25 Oct 2024
Stay at the McDonalds highlands
It was a really nice stay but I felt that things had gone downhill a little bit from the last time. The food was like warm in the restaurant (particularly at breakfast) and the hotel is starting to need a bit of an upgrade with regards to decor. The staff were very friendly particularly the reception staff and where the hotel is is very lovely. I felt we were shoved in a room though that had absolutely no view of anything other than a wall which was very disappointing considering how expensive it was.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 4-night family trip
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4/10 Fair
24 Oct 2024
Definitely not a 4 star hotel
I booked a suite for 1 night for our wedding anniversary. Rather over priced for what we got. Just shy of £200 not worth it. The room was very used, the tie back hooks were ripped out the wall, the shower
head leaked so the pressure wasn't good, there was make up stains around the mirror, the fire alarm was hanging from the ceiling. Our friend paid for surprise balloons and a voucher for the bar. These did not materialise. We ate at the hotel restaurant. It was clean but also very used and worn out. Big chips out of the table. Cracked glass. The food it's self was average. Safe to say we won't stay there again. The staff were all nice and polite. But definitely not a 4 star hotel.
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Oct 2024
Karen
Karen, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
20 Oct 2024
Avi
Avi, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
19 Oct 2024
Tony
Tony, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
17 Oct 2024
Noisy dog in the room next to us which was annoying. Pool closed early one night with no notice. Apart from that good food and good facilities
Verified traveller
3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 Oct 2024
Alfred
Alfred, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
16 Oct 2024
For my room, it was at the back of the complex so heard trucks all night long travel down the Motorway. The bed was large but felt I was falling out when I was near the end of the bed.
The room was clean well maintained but slightly dated. Pints of peroni £6.90
Paul
Paul, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
15 Oct 2024
Stuart
Stuart, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
15 Oct 2024
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 Oct 2024
Dan
Dan, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
14 Oct 2024
Would not recommend to stay
So disappointing considering the amount we paid for the night. Was not worth it at all. Our room - we could hear every conversation next door were having like we were in the same room. The shower and bathroom was awful. The water was either scalding or cold and trickling out of the shower.
Breakfast was awful. The side plate and milk jug were dirty with food stuck on it and tea stains. Ordered tea for two and got a pot for one and when asked for more took ages to come. No rush about the staff at all. Cleanliness is not great in the hotel. I would not recommend to stay and will not be staying there again.
Then we went to use the swimming pool. The fire alarm went off no one moved asked a life guard was not the fire alarm and where do we go. He said it’s for another building if you want to leave you can but you can just go into the pool if you want? Some families were leaving in their swim suits and others stayed? Ridiculous. So disappointed considering how fancy the Macdonald resort think they are. Very out dated. Needs a good clean. Unfortunately never took photos at breakfast as never had phone but staff were aware of the dirty dishes.