Macdonald Aviemore Hotel

Property class: 4

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You can look forward to shopping on-site, a garden and a playground at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel. Active travellers can enjoy amenities, such as cycling and archery, at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in Ayurvedic treatments, a facial or a body scrub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as an arcade/games room and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
The current price is ฿4,691
฿5,629 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Single Bed and 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a dining table, and a view of the sea.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a dining table, and a view of the sea.

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a headboard, and a lamp.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a bunk bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a bed with a plaid blanket.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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  • Sleeps 4

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  • Sleeps 4

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

STANDARD KING

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Aviemore, Macdonald Aviemore Hotel is near a train station and near theme parks. Cairngorms National Park and Speyside Wildlife reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Strathspey Steam Railway and Inshriach Nursery. Travelling with kids? Consider Landmark Forest Adventure Park and The Lost Labyrinth. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, downhill skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging. Visit our Aviemore travel guide
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Macdonald Aviemore Resort, Aviemore, Scotland, PH22 1PN

What's nearby

  • A snowy mountain landscape with two skiers descending a slope.
    Cairngorms National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Strathspey Steam Railway
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Spey Valley Golf Course
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Craigellachie National Nature Reserve
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Speyside Wildlife
    2 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Winking Owl
    6 min walk
  • Old Post Office Cafe Gallery
    9 min drive
  • The Inverdruie Restaurant
    5 min drive
  • Smiffy's Fish Bar
    1 min walk
  • The Boat Country Inn & Restaurant
    9 min drive

About this property

Macdonald Aviemore Hotel

  • Upscale family-friendly 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 cycling and archery, at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in Ayurvedic treatments, a facial or a body scrub. 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, along with a waterslide and sunloungers
    • Free self-parking
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and express check-out
    • Express check-in, supervised childcare (surcharge) and smoke-free property
  • 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 is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Tourism Programme. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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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 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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
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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

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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)

Property class

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

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 21 Sep 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel on 11 Oct 2026 start from ฿4,691, 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 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.

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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Reviews

Macdonald Aviemore Hotel Reviews

7.2

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

7.4

Staff & service

6.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 608 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 193 out of 608 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 150 out of 608 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 85 out of 608 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 608 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

The pool is only open till 6 PM, and the town surrounding closes down around 5:30 PM. Nearby is fantastic for touring. We did the falconry and loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean roof, great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with kids. Pools were excellent, kids are having so much fun. Hotel location is very convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Slightly dated hotel and rooms. The pool area with slides was the highlight of our trip. The price of the breakfast at £25 pp seemed stiff for the quality of the food.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful resort with great staff looking after you and well presented facilities.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were lovely, so helpful. Hotel we were in was very tired needs a bit of a spruce up.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spacious, clean room, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious and bed super comfy, bathroom was a bit dated but the shower was decent and the elemis shampoo/shower gel smelt amazing! Pool was a good size! Sauna was nice and hot, beware of the steam room it was burning!! It has a spa pool and not a jacuzzi so don't expect bubbles!! Electric chargers weren't working at our hotel but we managed to use the chargers behind the other hotel Overall a good stay and good location for town centre
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Warm hotel in the winter snow
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything from check in to check out was fantastic room was amazing breakfast so good & so much choice will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Family friendly, good pool & soft play
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for the weekend with the family (2 adults & 2 kids aged 8 & 6). Room was a good size and clean. Great amenities on site - playpark, cinema, swimming pool, soft play & amazing pizza at the resort's Italian restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good

We stayed for a couple of nights for a family getaway. The hotel was really nice, well maintained and needs we're comfy. Breakfast was good. The pool was a little smaller than expected and not very warm, but our 2 year old loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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

6/10 Okay

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
“Booked this hotel expecting a high-quality stay based on the price and facilities advertised, but unfortunately it was a huge disappointment. We paid £144 for one night and the hotel felt very run down, dated, and in need of major refurbishment. The room and overall property did not feel worth the money at all. We specifically chose this hotel because of the leisure centre, gym, sauna and spa facilities, but even those were underwhelming and disappointing compared to what we expected from a hotel in this price range. There are far more modern hotels nearby for cheaper prices that offer a much better overall experience. The staff were genuinely lovely, friendly and helpful throughout our stay, which was the only real positive. You could tell they were doing their best. However, great staff alone cannot make up for how tired and neglected the hotel feels overall. For the price paid, I expected comfort, quality and a more modern environment. Instead, it felt old-fashioned, worn out and overpriced. Sadly, I would not stay here again and would not recommend it unless the hotel undergoes significant improvements and refurbishment.”
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Ok stay

Good: Location, breakfast and swimming pool. Discount on ice skating ring. Bad: outdated hotel and noisy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Not a four star!

Hotel is dated and run down. The room had a musty smell. Breakfast buffet is awful. Staff were friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was perfectly fine. Clean and bed was comfortable. Hotel itself looked a little tired..
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023