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Macdonald Aviemore Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly 4-star hotel with 2 indoor pools

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Beach
Front of property - evening/night
Lobby sitting area
Restaurant
2 indoor pools, sun loungers

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

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Macdonald Aviemore Resort, Aviemore, Scotland, PH22 1PN
  • Place, Cairngorms National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Strathspey Steam Railway
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Spey Valley Golf Course
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

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

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

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed and 2 Double Beds

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

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

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

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

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

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

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

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Aviemore

Aviemore retreat .You'll be steps from Strathspey Steam Railway and within a 10-minute walk of Spey Valley Golf Course. Craigellachie National Nature Reserve and Dalfaber Neighbourhood Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Cairngorms National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Strathspey Steam Railway - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Spey Valley Golf Course - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Craigellachie National Nature Reserve - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Speyside Wildlife - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Route 7 Café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Boat Country Inn & Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Balavoulin - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪High Range - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Old Bridge Inn - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Macdonald Aviemore Hotel

Family-friendly 4-star hotel with 2 indoor pools
Macdonald Aviemore Hotel offers its guests 2 indoor swimming pools, a waterslide, a health club, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business center and 10 meeting rooms. A children's pool, an arcade/game room, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the family-friendly Macdonald Aviemore Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Aviemore hotel is smoke free.

  • 108 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2000
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Macdonald Aviemore Hotel offers 108 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Satellite television is provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Aviemore hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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 7:00 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

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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 28-inch TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

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 available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 onsite for a fee.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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

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, and American Express. 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.

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.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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

How close is Macdonald Aviemore Hotel to the airport?

Macdonald Aviemore Hotel is 36.4 mi (51-min drive) away from the Inverness (INV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Apr 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel on Apr 21, 2026 start from $134, 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.

Does Macdonald Aviemore Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel.

Does Macdonald Aviemore Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel, 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 7 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Macdonald Aviemore Hotel have a pool?

Macdonald Aviemore Hotel features 2 indoor pools and a children's pool.

Does Macdonald Aviemore Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Macdonald Aviemore Hotel have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer mani/pedis, body treatments, and facials.

How close is Macdonald Aviemore Hotel to downtown Aviemore?

Macdonald Aviemore Hotel is 0.5 mi away from Aviemore.

Macdonald Aviemore Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 572 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 177 out of 572 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 140 out of 572 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 572 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 572 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Dafydd

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Neil

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Warm hotel in the winter snow
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELIZABETH

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

6/10 Okay

Hannah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel on resort we booked was closed for night so our reservation has been moved to the highlands hotel . We did not recieve any communication or notification regarding this , we arrived 1 hour after check in time to a dark deserted hotel with a note posted on door telling us to to go to highland hotel reception nearby , so this was ever so slightly frustrating and stressful with 3 kids in the dark . Highland hotel had booked us in to 3 adjoining rooms which were lovely and great to have space for our family but communication from the hotel of the change would of been greatly recieved and welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sarah-Jane

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Scott

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was dated, lighting didn’t light the space, room was never cleaned despite us asking on numerous occasions. Mould on bathroom ceiling and taps. Rusty radiators. Threadbare carpets. Unhelpful staff. Very expensive food and drinks on site. Breakfast was poor quality in choice and quality. Pastries always undercooked. Toast never actually toasted. Hot food over salted and often burnt.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kieran

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Edward

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ross

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Barbara

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Underwhelmed and disappointed

Staff were nice enough. Room kidding on it was posh. Poor job hoovering though my daughter made some money on the coins found. Not so happy she was picking up Kirby grips, sharp hair pins, hair bobbles and those things plastic tags from new clothes from our room floor. Great finds for a family room when you have a young child. Some suspect substances on bedroom wall and back of toilet door (green). No information about what was on in resort. All posters up about cinema times/films more than a week out of date. No info on ice rink. Nothing about the play room next to pool and soft play. No opening times, what they offered. Assumed it was just for toddlers from what we could see through window. Until we noticed a young girl with craft stuff. Sign at our hotel reception gave pool opening hours but said to ask at pool reception for info on times for slide and eaves. Walked over for the guy at the pool to keep repeating the pool is open now like we had two heads Then of course we go a different day to discover not only was the slide not open yet but they had no towels. Pool was freezing, not just a little cold. Spa pool broken, steam room out of order. Thought there might have been evening entertainment on for kids as it is a family resort...not that we found despite it being the Scottish October holiday. Whilst breakfast was fine and staff attentive. Having so many stand and watch ready to pounce when you put a bowl down is disconcerting. Restaurant in our hotel shut.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

calum

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
have stayed here a couple of times over the years, the hotel i getting very tired now, rooms are dated and i was running marathon the next day and was leaving early, asked if i could get something for breakfast (that i paid for for my whole family) but was just told no. it was not a cheap room and was left disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Danny, Renfrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kazem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Keelan

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is dated and the pictures do not show a true reflection of what it’s really like. Very bad breakfast, for having a hot plate everything was cold. Mattresses so worn down it was impossible to sleep. Excellent parking but overall a very poor experience that definitely was not value for money. I do not recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Miguel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Average

Pretty average in general. No complaints at all.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Clair

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Family friendly, good pool & soft play
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay and a fantastic location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Leanne

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property is dated and it shows on the outside and in the rooms. The room was spacious enough for a family of for for a couple of nights. Breakfast was of a good standard and the access to the soft play and pool was good, the pool was freezing however so we didnt stay long.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

M

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tired hotel!!!!!

Hotel is very tired. Rooms are ok nothing special not for the price anyway! No glasses at the bar for our pint of beer. No food served in bar downstairs. Toilets in bar are horrible. For the price they charged for a stay there, i wouldnt spend the money again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025