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Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
Family-friendly 4-star hotel with 2 restaurants

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Swim surrounded by lush views of the surrounding greenery and residential buildings.
Experience the classic charm of Forest Hills Hotel, set amidst beautifully manicured lawns and a picturesque landscape.
Welcome to our reception area, featuring a beautifully designed desk with a mosaic backsplash and a stunning display case.
Relax in a peaceful library lounge with a leather sofa, armchair, and fireplace, surrounded by books and a tea set.
Relax on the patio surrounded by lush greenery and enjoy the serene atmosphere.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Gym

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Kinlochard, The Trossachs, Aberfoyle, Stirling, Scotland, FK8 3TL
  • Queen Elizabeth Forest Park
  • Loch Ard Forest
  • Ben Lomond
  • Glasgow (GLA-Glasgow Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

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

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Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 1 Double Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Stirling

On lake.At this Stirling hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Go Country, Forest Hills Water Sport Centre and 6 miles (10 km) of David Marshall Lodge Visitor Centre. Rob Roy's Grave and Doon Hill and Fairy Knowe are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Rob Roy's Grave - 7 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Duke's Pass - 7 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park - 20 min drive - 16.3 miles
  • Stirling Castle - 38 min drive - 28.0 miles
  • Loch Lomond - 38 min drive - 13.6 miles

Getting around

  • Balloch Station - 28 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Liz Macgregors Coffee Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Station - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Faerie Tree - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Brig o' Turk Tearoom - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Pier Cafe - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa

Family-friendly 4-star hotel with 2 restaurants
Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, outdoor tennis courts, and an indoor pool. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A health club, a sauna, and spa services are also featured at the family-friendly Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Stirling hotel is smoke free.

  • 55 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1904
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa offers 55 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Digital television is provided.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna.

The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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.

Languages

English, Hungarian, Polish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 18 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 30-inch TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 18.00 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

This property charges consumption-based electricity fees.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Forest Hills Macdonald Hotel
Macdonald Forest
Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel
Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel Stirling
Macdonald Forest Hills Stirling
Macdonald Forest Hotel
Macdonald Hotel Forest Hills
Macdonald Forest Hills & Spa
Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel Spa
Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa Hotel
Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa Stirling
Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa Hotel Stirling

Frequently asked questions

How close is Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa to the airport?

Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa is 39.3 mi (74-min drive) away from the Glasgow International Airport (GLA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa.

Does Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 18.00 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children. It's available every day from 8 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa features an indoor pool.

Does Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like Regional cuisine and light fare.

Does Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features mani/pedis, body treatments, and body wraps.

How close is Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa to downtown Stirling?

Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa is 0.6 mi away from Kinlochard.

Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 354 out of 859 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 299 out of 859 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 859 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 859 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 859 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kenny

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stay away

The view of the hotel is really nice and where located is good, however that’s where it ends. The hotel is old but very tired looking, could actually do with a freshen up. On the first floor there is a musty smell. Went to the bar for a drink prior to dinner, selection very poor, and don’t have ingredients for cocktails and the staff don’t know how to do them anyway. The bottle of cola was warm and I mentioned this, was informed the fridge has been broken for 2 months with nor repair or replacement insight. Went for dinner and ordered water, the young girl spilt the water over my wife and table whilst pouring. She thought this was funny as she laughed and left without drying the table or offering anything to my wife. The food arrived where I had the fish, the oil from the batter oozed out of and the side was freezing, the chip (only 6) were thick but undercooked. My wife had Cumberland sausage and mash, with onion gravy, their onion consisted of 2 onion rigs???. They didn’t charge for the meal, but they did charge for my wife’s green veg. Next day went for breakfast, no toast or coffee machine, you have to order. Some their full English is quite sparse, but you do get half a mushroom. Our stay was very disappointing and the pool isn’t very big, their jacuzzi big enough for 3 people and their sauna is small, like a tiny garden shed. When complaining at reception you get a card as like the other poor reviews the manager is never available. It’s very overpriced not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Emmajean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

NORMA

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely place, poor breakfast

Brilliant location with fabulous views. Lovely comfy, clean room. Nice staff but sadly breakfast was poor due to staff shortage. No replenishment of pastries, fruit, ham, cheese or chocolate spread even when everything had gone, and guests were still entering the room an hour before service ended.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Kirstie

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Average

The staff were pleasant and friendly. The room was a good size for family. The mould on the windows was very offputting. Unfer the bed hadnt been cleaned in quite some time. The fold out bed for the kids was not comfortable however the bed for adults was. The portion sizes at dinner were small. Kids were hungry afterwards. Over priced Taste of food was good but not exceptional
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Comfortable, high quality with lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Juliana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We had a lovely stay in this hotel. Rooms are spacious but would benefit from some renovation as they are quite old. Swimming pool was quite good. I really lived the steam room with added fragrance. Sauna was good too. Area around the hotel is stunning offering nature walks, water sports and peaceful rest. The restaurant service however left mixed feelings. Its the first time I’ve ever seen supplement charge for all breakfast menu meals but English breakfast (£7 if you want anything else and doesn’t matter you already paid for your breakfast). Oh, also, if you want latte or capuccino, get ready to pay an extra £4 per cup. Buffet was surprisingly small and most items were gone very quickly (on the first day all deli was gone and was filled only when few people asked about it and next day all jam jars were empty too). Also, restaurant staff was a bit arrogant and there is definitely lack of training and understanding what customer service is. Dinner menu is ok but taste wise nothing special and honestly prices were too high for such an average meal. Overall its a nice place if you’re not a foodie and can munch your full English every day
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Lee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice hotel in lovely surroundings, could do with some upgrading around the edges but a very relaxing stay with great views Young waitress serving during the days was very helpful Restaurant service a bit chaotic but a nice view from table
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhona

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and relaxing stay, great food, comfy bed, loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was ok. Delux room was clean and a good size, great view.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed for 2nights with grandson...room was lovely...spacious..view of the loch would have been lovely...check in was fine...a bit out of town, and road really bad with potholes..! Breakfast was adequate and service very nice..lovely grounds, grandson enjoyed the checkers...swimming pool not too crowded so most enjoyable too
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful secluded location. Good spa and gym facilities. We stayed in a self catering lodge, which was spacious and well equipped with excellent views of the loch. Food at the restaurant was nothing special and limited choice. Areas of the property could do with some maintenance, including lighting, overflowing drains, flooded paths. Hotel staff were not the most friendly or efficient, but got the job done- we weren’t even asked if we enjoyed our stay…
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

open the bloody windows

beautiful hotel , beautiful surroundings great staff , great facilities, restaurant a little pricey however if you like fresh air when asleep windows only open an inch for "safety" ....yet they have 3 storey apartments with a balcony
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

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

Forest Hills Hotel

We had booked to celebrate a family birthday. The room was clean and very comfortable. The food was excellent, served promptly by friendly helpful staff. Would thoroughly recommend Forest Hills hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money and beautiful location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stuart

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
was good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

sabina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful large room. Great value. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area and very well presented hotel. Staff were friendly and facilities were great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

OLIVER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Gordon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All was good except the tv remote. The batteries were held in with duct tape, which did nothing as you had to hold them in if you wanted the remote to work, hardly 4 star. Apart from that we both enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Beautiful location friendly staff and relaxing hot

The hotel staff were really nice and friendly. The food was lovely and reasonably priced The leisure facilities was clean and fairly modern. Only down side was the noise in the room, I was on a ground floor room and could clearly hear the occupants above with someone obviously leaving early I would suggest requesting an upstairs room if you can.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Lovely Country Hotel

We had a very nice room. Very comfortable bed and really good size. It had a sofa and 2 comfortable winged chairs. Very nice views over the loch and due to the time of years snow topped mountains.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The external of the hotel is tired looking. We stayed in a luxury room which was spacious but furniture was tired and the bed creaked noisily when making the slightest move.There was mould staining in the bath sealant. The staff were very welcoming and helpful. The hotel is set in a beautiful location and there are stunning views across Loch Ard. I enjoyed the food .the rstraunt is very pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025