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.
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7.27.2 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
Connecting rooms available
Bar
Spa
Gym
24/7 front desk
Pool
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurants 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 NZ$256
NZ$256
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
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Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
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Coffee/tea maker
Sleeps 3
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Connecting rooms available
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Sleeps 4
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Connecting rooms available
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Blackout curtains
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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed
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Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
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Sleeps 4
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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed
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Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Sleeps 2
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Standard Room, Multiple Beds
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Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Sleeps 5
1 Single Bed and 2 Double Beds
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed
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Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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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
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-friendly hotel include 2 indoor pools, a bar/lounge and a health club.
Languages
English
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
108 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
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/out available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
DONE
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.
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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
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Children
Supervised childcare*
Children's club*
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Travelling with children
Children's club (surcharge)
Children's pool
Water slide
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
Skiing lessons nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Working away
Business centre
10 meeting rooms
Conference centre
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Bike hire
Pool loungers
Ski storage
Facilities
Built in 2000
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Health club
2 indoor pools
Arcade/games room
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
Water slide
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Raised toilet seat
Low-height worktop and 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 curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
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Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
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.
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. 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 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 that you 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 social distancing 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 water slide 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 on-site 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
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7.2
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7.6/10
Cleanliness
7.4/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
6.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.8/10
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
25 March 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 traveller
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
26 April 2025
Pool area needs to be improved, walls and floor need to be throughly cleaned
Abbas
Abbas, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
17 April 2025
Was okay overall but hotel was a little tired looking, bin in room wasn’t emptied and bathroom was dirty
Angela
Angela, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
13 April 2025
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.
Anna
Anna, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 March 2025
Ok stay
Good: Location, breakfast and swimming pool. Discount on ice skating ring.
Bad: outdated hotel and noisy
Verified traveller
2-night trip
6/10 Good
11 April 2025
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
Liam
Liam, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
2 March 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
4/10 Fair
13 April 2025
Travelled with our family for a few nights in Aviemore, we have had a great time exploring the area but the resort really needs a major overhaul.
The hotel is extremely tired and cleanliness is of a very low standard. Public areas and bedrooms need a deep clean and updating. We were booked on a B&B package, the hotel breakfast really isn’t up to much so we used local cafes instead.
The elevator isn’t working and I assume this has been like this for sometime as we were told at check in it’s broken indefinitely.
To give some positive feedback any staff we spoke to were very friendly.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
8/10 Very good
22 August 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
1 January 2023
Lovely stay
Verified traveller
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
31 July 2024
Quiet and relaxing place. Lots of activities for kids and adults
Evening entertainment
Angela
Angela, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
3 January 2025
Resort severely in need of some TLC. Smelly room with lots of broken items. Overpriced for what it is. Food was very poor quality.
Jack
Jack, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
13 February 2023
Great hotel!
Good hotel nice staff would definitely return and stay there again.
Victoria
Victoria, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 September 2024
It was good.
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 July 2024
Very nice apartment
Christine
Christine, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 April 2024
Very good break at Aviemore , nice swimming pool
Linsey
Linsey, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
25 October 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
8/10 Very good
6 August 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
16 April 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
28 August 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
10/10 Exceptional
19 May 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
6/10 Good
16 September 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
8/10 Very good
24 September 2023
Room was perfectly fine. Clean and bed was comfortable. Hotel itself looked a little tired..
stuart
stuart, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
25 May 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
4/10 Fair
5 May 2024
Very dated an in need of freshening up. Smelt like the property had been closed for some time.