Macdonald Aviemore Hotel is a haven for active travelers and families, offering shopping on site, a serene garden, and an exciting playground. Unwind in the sauna or steam room after an archery session or cycling adventure.
Reviews
7.27.2 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
Connecting rooms available
Bar
Spa
24/7 front desk
Gym
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
2 indoor pools
Breakfast available
Ski storage
Ski passes
Health club
Sauna
Steam room
Children's pool
Waterslide
Massage/treatment rooms
For families (6)
Supervised childcare (surcharge)
Children's pool
Children's club (surcharge)
Playground on site
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
The current price is ¥19,248
¥19,248
¥23,098 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Room options
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Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Sleeps 3
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Connecting rooms available
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Private bathroom
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Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
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Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
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Private bathroom
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Hair dryer
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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed
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Connecting rooms available
TV
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Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Sleeps 4
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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed
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Connecting rooms available
TV
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Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Standard Room, Multiple Beds
Highlights
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Sleeps 5
1 Twin Bed and 2 Double Beds
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed
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Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Craigellachie National Nature Reserve - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
Loch an Eilein - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
Getting around
Inverness (INV) - 51 min drive
Aviemore Station - 1 min walk
Kingussie Station - 15 min drive
Carrbridge Station - 16 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
Located near a train station, Macdonald Aviemore Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Aviemore. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, or indulge in massages, aromatherapy, or Ayurvedic treatments. Other highlights at this eco-certified hotel include 2 indoor pools, a bar/lounge, and a health club.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
108 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless 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 onsite 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
Supervised childcare*
Children's club*
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Traveling with children
Children's club (surcharge)
Children's pool
Waterslide
Playground
Supervised childcare (surcharge)
What to do
Ski passes
Archery
Shopping
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Ski lessons nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Working away
Business center
10 meeting rooms
Conference center
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Bicycle rentals
Pool loungers
Ski storage
Facilities
Built in 2000
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Health club
2 indoor pools
Arcade/game room
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
Waterslide
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Raised toilet seat
Low-height counter/sink
Grab bar near toilet
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Room amenities
Be entertained
28-inch TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
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
Children & extra beds
Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
Children's club access is available for an extra charge
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or health club 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, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
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
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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Macdonald Aviemore 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel?
Yes, there are 2 indoor pools and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as archery. Go for a swim in one of the 2 indoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a waterslide and a sauna. Macdonald Aviemore Hotel also has a steam room and an arcade, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Macdonald Aviemore Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Macdonald Aviemore Hotel like?
Macdonald Aviemore Hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Aviemore Station and 4 minutes' walk from Strathspey Steam Railway.
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Macdonald Aviemore Hotel Reviews
Reviews
7.2
Good
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7.8/10
Cleanliness
7.4/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
6.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 25, 2025
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.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2025
Ok stay
Good: Location, breakfast and swimming pool. Discount on ice skating ring.
Bad: outdated hotel and noisy
Verified traveler
2-night trip
6/10 Good
Mar 2, 2025
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
Hamish
Hamish, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 22, 2024
This property was amazing for families, lots of activities for children. We would definitely come back.
Courtney
Courtney, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2024
It was good.
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 31, 2024
Quiet and relaxing place. Lots of activities for kids and adults
Evening entertainment
Angela
Angela, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
Oct 25, 2024
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.
Pete
Pete, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 13, 2024
Very nice apartment
Christine
Christine, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 2023
Lovely stay
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 16, 2024
Very good break at Aviemore , nice swimming pool
Linsey
Linsey, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 13, 2023
Great hotel!
Good hotel nice staff would definitely return and stay there again.
Victoria
Victoria, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 28, 2024
The property is very dated, the cleanliness is not great, the rooms looked clean but were still dusty and musty smelling. The staff however were great, super friendly and helpful. Pool was good the kids really enjoyed this facility, but no information about timings, we were lucky we arrived before it closed! The parking was good lots of space.
farah
farah, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 6, 2022
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.
Claire
Claire, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 16, 2023
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.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 16, 2024
Not worth the money.
Hotel & room very dated.
Bed & duvet lumpy & uncomfortable.
Expensive for what it was, no value for money.
Garry
Garry, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2023
We were very happy with our stay here. It was clean, beds were comfortable and a great location next to Glencoe National Park. Our stay also gave us credit for dinner and breakfast, both of which were very good. The staff was friendly and very attentive. It is within walking distance to the downtown area. Very happy with this hotel.
Doreen
Doreen, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 25, 2024
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.
Quincy
Quincy, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 24, 2023
Room was perfectly fine. Clean and bed was comfortable. Hotel itself looked a little tired..
stuart
stuart, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
May 5, 2024
Very dated an in need of freshening up. Smelt like the property had been closed for some time.
Dawn
Dawn, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jul 14, 2024
Very Disappointing!!!!!
Horrible stay!!! Breakfast was late stood for ages for refill of eggs, bacon, sausage etc!! Bathroom had paint coming of the shower ceiling!! Mould around the shower! The only thing that was positive was house keeping came back to clean room. Thumbs up for house keeping!!!! The rest is horrible service
Amanda
Amanda, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2023
Although early in the season there was still a lot to do on site.
graham
graham, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 24, 2023
Nice hotel, good service, wifi non existant
Alan
Alan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2022
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..
Anne-Moira
Anne-Moira, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 13, 2023
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.
Neil
Neil, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 26, 2023
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.