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Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel

Property class: 4
Family-friendly 4-star hotel with indoor pool

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An indoor swimming pool with a yellow water slide and multiple lanes for swimming.
A golf course with a pond, trees, and mountains in the background.
A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, a flagpole, and a building with 'avie more' signage.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a chair, and a window with curtains.
A cozy lounge area with red upholstered seating, a fireplace, and a television.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Macdonald Aviemore Resort, Aviemore, Scotland, PH22 1PN
  • Place, Cairngorms National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairngorm Brewery
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Strathspey Steam Railway
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (King plus pull out bed)

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a TV.

Family Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (King plus pull out bed)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (King plus 2 pull out beds)

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a TV.

Family Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (King plus 2 pull out beds)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a desk with a TV, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a sofa, two armchairs, a small table, a desk, and a bed.

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

DOUBLE DELUXE

  • Sleeps 4

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

HIGHLAND DELUXE DOUBLE

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

DOUBLE DELUXE KING BED

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Aviemore

Aviemore retreat .Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Dalfaber Neighbourhood Centre and Cairngorm Brewery. Spey Valley Championship Golf Course and Aviemore Kart Raceway are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Cairngorms National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Dalfaber Neighbourhood Centre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cairngorm Brewery - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Strathspey Steam Railway - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Spey Valley Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Aviemore Station - 3 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Winking Owl - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Inverdruie Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Boat Country Inn & Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Smiffy's Fish Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Route 7 Café - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel

Family-friendly 4-star hotel with indoor pool
Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel offers its guests a golf course, a waterslide, and an indoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as 2 coffee shops/cafes and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and 10 meeting rooms. A children's pool, a fitness center, and a sauna are also featured at the family-friendly Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Aviemore hotel is smoke free.

  • 149 guestrooms or units
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel offers 149 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. 28-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Baby toys
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Waterslide

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 24 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Children's pool
  • Golf driving range
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Mountain biking
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 28-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
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, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 24.00 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 golf tee times, 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.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Aviemore Highland
Aviemore Hotel Macdonald
Aviemore Macdonald Highland Hotel
Aviemore Macdonald Hotel
Highland Aviemore
Highland Hotel Aviemore
Macdonald Aviemore Highland
Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel
Macdonald Highland Hotel
Macdonald Highland Hotel Aviemore
Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel Aviemore
Macdonald Highland
Macdonald Aviemore Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort Scotland
Macdonald Aviemore Highland
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel to the airport?

Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel is 35.5 mi (46-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 Highland Hotel?

As of Oct 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel on Nov 3, 2026 start from $138, 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 Highland Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel.

Does Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 24.00 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel have a pool?

Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel features an indoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel have a spa?

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

How close is Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel to downtown Aviemore?

Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel is 0.6 mi away from Aviemore.

Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 280 out of 904 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 339 out of 904 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 172 out of 904 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 79 out of 904 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 904 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such an enjoyable, luxury stay. Can’t recommend it enough!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay with kids. The rooms were a bit dated and the carpets could have been cleaner especially around the edges. The pool was fun and the breakfast was nice! East walk into the Mainstreet .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great resort with amazing swimming pool, kids activities room and soft play.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds were to soft and coffee at breakfast was terrible.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The grounds where amazing for our dog and loved the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reception staff very pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Suits those who like restaurants that double as creches, want to re-live their student hall of residence vibe, don't like coffee and don't mind waiting to check-in while the receptionist finishes chatting.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is very central. Room clean, lovely staff and great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A slightly tired hotel in need of upgrading/modernising. Cannot fault the staff or amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great for young children, lots to do within the resort, breakfast was nice with lots of choice. Room was clean, but the hotel on a whole needing a bit of upgrading and decorating. Would recommend though and would return.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was first rate with plenty of choice. Good quality furnishings in the room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Nice cosy stay lovely food and staff very attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A large resort with lots of amenities, very kid friendly, although the off peak restaurant availability is more geared to older kids/more expensive meals
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
If you're travelling with kids it will be ideal: there is a soft play, activity room, and pool which are all clean and included. I didn't rate the breakfast, not as good a selection as other hotels and not that tasty. The rooms and communal areas are dated and pretty poor, but fairly clean. The highland hotel has a great veranda which I felt was under utilised by not opening the upstairs bar. For the price I paid it was about right, but it really needs renovating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, lots of space and super friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
used the spa susie was excellent would higly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fabulous friendly staff, comfortable beds, common areas a bit dated, good choice of breakfast replenished quickly, but no excuse for urn of rotten coffee, get some updated coffee machines, or even a chance to buy one at the bar would help.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast, room a bit dark though
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about the property . Kids had lovely time at the activities park . Did grass sledging, swimming. Kids loved the yellow slide . The breakfast was delicious. The lock of the bathroom door was not working but this was just a minor thing. Apart from that everything was superb . Thanks for making us feel homely and welcome . Lovely place to stay .
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Breakfast was not nice at all
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely stay - comfortable bed, warm room. Great location. Great variety and good quality breakfast. Pool was good fun and sauna and steam room were nice. Staff were friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean comfortable room. Staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, decent hotel, great location. Pool and amenities good, lots to do in the locale.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025