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Macdonald Aviemore Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 indoor pools and health club

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Restaurant
2 indoor pools, pool loungers
Beach
Golf
Front of property - evening/night

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$251
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug

Room options

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Single Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

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Macdonald Aviemore Resort, Aviemore, Scotland, PH22 1PN

What's nearby

  • Strathspey Steam Railway - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Spey Valley Golf Course - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Speyside Wildlife - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Loch an Eilein - 6 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Aviemore Station - 1 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cheese & Tomatin - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Boathouse Cafe Loch Morlich - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Luxury Woodland Lodges at Macdonald Aviemore Resort - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Route 7 Café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Old Bridge Inn - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Macdonald Aviemore Hotel

Upscale eco-certified hotel near a train station
Take advantage of shopping on-site, a garden and a playground at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel. Active travellers can enjoy amenities, such as archery and cycling, at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in aromatherapy, a body scrub or a body wrap. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an arcade/games room and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • 2 indoor pools and a children's pool, with a waterslide and sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and express check-out
  • Express check-in, supervised childcare (surcharge) and massage treatment rooms
Room features
All 108 rooms include amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 28-inch TVs with satellite channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 18 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 indoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Health club
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Steam room
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • 2 indoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 10 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • 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.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2000
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 28-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
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
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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

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 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 health club without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Macdonald Academy Aviemore
Macdonald Academy Hotel
Macdonald Academy Hotel Aviemore
Academy Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort Scotland
Macdonald Aviemore Hotel
Macdonald Aviemore
Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort Scotland
Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel Aviemore
Macdonald Aviemore Hotel Hotel
Macdonald Aviemore Hotel Aviemore
Macdonald Aviemore Hotel Hotel Aviemore

Frequently asked questions

Does Macdonald Aviemore Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 Indoor pools and a children's pool.

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

As of 23 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel on 21 Aug 2025 start from AU$250.76, including 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 Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Macdonald Aviemore Hotel located?

This family-friendly Aviemore hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Strathspey Steam Railway and Spey Valley Golf Course. Dalfaber Neighbourhood Centre and Craigellachie National Nature Reserve are also within 1 mile (2 km). Aviemore Station is only a 1-minute walk.

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Macdonald Aviemore Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 531 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 168 out of 531 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 531 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 76 out of 531 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 531 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a nice stay at MacDonald Aviemore! The staff was friendly and welcoming and the location was central to the shops and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is close to shopping, public transportation, and many sights in the Cairgorm National Park. Dinner options are available to guests with reservations, and the room was as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

Liked: Amenities
Excellent location, liked the concept with plenty of options for dining across the resort and good was good. Resort had good leisure facilities, shared with all accommodation within the complex. Location is ideal for families. Property consistent with type of hotel and age. Beds were very comfortable. Staff pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Nice place

We were on a long drive home from the North Coast to Edinburgh and decided late to give up and spend the night in Aviemore. This was perfect, lovely hotel, great service, excellent filling breakfast included. And perfect location for heading up to the Cairngorm Mountain Railway the next day.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Angela

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was okay overall but hotel was a little tired looking, bin in room wasn’t emptied and bathroom was dirty
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and helpful, accommodation is becoming tired, sockets in room not working, no seal on shower screen to stop water going on floor, no hot water one morning so had cold showers, food and pool were good, my children enjoyed the pool toys / floats.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Confusion re what Hotel we were booked into (3 on the property). Paid extra for bunk beds and extra TV received neither ie 2 put up beds instead. Buffet breakfast very disorganised. Food kept running out, butter, milk coffee etc from a H and S prospective dangerous practice to be expected to carry hot tea and coffee from buffet to table whilst children walking about.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was amazing for families, lots of activities for children. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and relaxing place. Lots of activities for kids and adults Evening entertainment
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Claire

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

Great stay

Great base for exploring Aviemore with lots to do on site. We had the dinner and breakfast included tariff and this was really good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good break at Aviemore , nice swimming pool
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable stay, good size room for 3 of us & the dog. Friendly staff, very welcoming with the dog, easily accessible dog exercise area. Great pool, although busy, plenty room and facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Hamish

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Bit grim

Arrived 8.45, no possibility of dinner, surly receptionist, police arrived later, drunk folk in the bar, felt like a run down dump. One barman doing his best, felt for him Breakfast a far more positive experience, room was adequate, no frills, not even water. Certainly wouldn’t return by choice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Needs some care

Its a good hotel its just in need of some TLC simple things like replacing mouldy sealant in the shower in fact some sealant would go a long way thag way water wouldnt be running out underneath the screen. Its coming into warmer weather.an the rooms are absolutely roasting air conditioning is obviously an expensive outlay so even just provide fans in the rooms. Bar choices are a little lacking but a nice atmosphere great for kids but the pool area does need cleaned more you feel like your sticking to the tiles when you leave to get changed after a swim
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jack

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Resort severely in need of some TLC. Smelly room with lots of broken items. Overpriced for what it is. Food was very poor quality.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Pete

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Don’t be fooled by the photos.

Don’t be fooled by the photos. They show different places within the ‘resort’ and the most standout photos are of the ‘Highland Hotel’ part of the resort. Double check which hotel you are staying in within the resort to avoid disappointment.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

graham

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Although early in the season there was still a lot to do on site.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel, good service, wifi non existant
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Moira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff at this hotel couldnt do enough to help. The ease of booking restaurants for dinners was faultless. Staff in both restaurants were very helpful. Giovannis especially..
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Quincy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So many doors down the hallways to the rooms. The door outside our room was a main walkway and was opening and slamming all hours of the night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Wonderful staff, but dated hotel

Super position in Aviemore, very near the shops and restaurants. The hotel is looking dated now. Breakfast was good. The most annoying things were the heavy, banging hotel doors and the fact that my key card kept failing to work, necessitating many (longish) walks back to reception. The best thing about this hotel are the super helpful staff, particularly reception.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Dawn

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very dated an in need of freshening up. Smelt like the property had been closed for some time.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Aviemore Hotel bar and Spey burgers restaurant were not open, part of the reason for us chosing this hotel and resort. It was disappointing as fussy kid eater. The other restaurant giivannis was nice and quick service with friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023