Name: Macdonald Highlands Hotel at Macdonald Aviemore Resort
Address: Aviemore, Inverness-Shire, Aviemore, Scotland, United Kingdom, Aviemore, Highland, United Kingdom
Rating: 7.57

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Reviews of Macdonald Highlands Hotel at Macdonald Aviemore Resort describe friendly staff and family-friendly facilities like the pool and soft play, but also dated rooms, inconsistent cleanliness, and service lapses, with mixed experiences of breakfast and value for money.

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Nicola

Apr 18, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

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Jenny

Apr 15, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Our room was dated but spotlessly clean. Overall the hotel felt tired and lacked atmosphere particularly in the bar and restaurant areas. The awful rusty radiator was particularly off-putting in the bar area. However, the resort is perfectly geared towards a young family with lots of activities and of course the surrounding area is absolutely beautiful. We had a great few nights away and our kids loved their time in Aviemore.

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Mairi

Apr 11, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Reception staff very pleasant and helpful.

8

Yatish

Apr 9, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

There should be a small refrigerator in the room. Rest is good

8

tatiana

Apr 4, 2026

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Stayed 6 nights

Good breakfast, room a bit dark though

Aviemore, Inverness-Shire, Aviemore, Scotland, United Kingdom

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With a stay at Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel in Aviemore, you'll be in a national park, just a 5-minute walk from Dalfaber Neighbourhood Centre and 8 minutes by foot from Cairngorm Brewery. This family-friendly hotel is 13 mi (20.9 km) from Cairngorms National Park and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Spey Valley Championship Golf Course.

Dalfaber Neighbourhood Centre(0.2 miles)

Cairngorm Brewery(0.4 miles)

Spey Valley Championship Golf Course(0.7 miles)

Aviemore Kart Raceway(0.9 miles)

Spey Valley Golf Course(1.3 miles)

Strathspey Steam Railway(1.3 miles)

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From 16:00 to 00:00

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Yes, free parking is available on-site.

Yes, a full breakfast is available for approximately GBP 18.00 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children.

Check-in is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.

The hotel provides disabled access, including elevators, step-free entrances, and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas and rooms.

The hotel is located in Aviemore, just 1.5 miles from Cairngorm Brewery and 2.2 miles from Strathspey Steam Railway, making it convenient for exploring the Cairngorms National Park.

Yes, the hotel features both indoor and outdoor swimming pools.

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