Macdonald Aviemore Hotel at Macdonald Aviemore Resort
$165
/ night
Avg. for October
Prices for Macdonald Aviemore Hotel at Macdonald Aviemore Resort
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$165
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel at Macdonald Aviemore Resort average $108 in March, the cheapest month, and $268 in September, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $121 |
| February | $161 |
| March | $108 |
| April | $144 |
| May | $217 |
| June | $156 |
| July | $196 |
| August | $210 |
| September | $268 |
| October | $165 |
| November | $114 |
| December | $171 |
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About this property
Treat yourself with massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 indoor pools, a health club, and a waterslide. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access...
Amenities
Treat yourself with massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 indoor pools, a health club, and a waterslide. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and ski storage.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and 10 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
At Macdonald Aviemore Hotel, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 108 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.
Location
With a stay at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel in Aviemore, you'll be a 4-minute walk from Strathspey Steam Railway and 5 minutes by foot from Spey Valley Golf Course. This family-friendly hotel is 13.9 mi (22.4 km) from Cairngorms National Park and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from River Spey.
What's nearby
Strathspey Steam Railway(0.2 miles)
Spey Valley Golf Course(0.3 miles)
Craigellachie National Nature Reserve(0.9 miles)
River Spey(0.9 miles)
Dalfaber Neighbourhood Centre(1 miles)
Speyside Wildlife(1.1 miles)
Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre(1.1 miles)
Cairngorm Brewery(1.1 miles)
Spey Valley Championship Golf Course(1.2 miles)
Aviemore Kart Raceway(1.9 miles)
Loch na Carraigean(2.6 miles)
Loch an Eilein(2.9 miles)
Avie Lochan(2.6 miles)
Loch Vaa(3.5 miles)
Inshriach Nursery(4.3 miles)
The preferred airport for Macdonald Aviemore Hotel is Inverness (INV)(36.4 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Non-Smoking Rooms
Tennis Courts
Housekeeping
Location
Aviemore Highland Resort, Aviemore, Scotland, United Kingdom
Strathspey Steam Railway (0.2 miles)
Spey Valley Golf Course (0.3 miles)
Craigellachie National Nature Reserve (0.9 miles)
River Spey (0.9 miles)
Dalfaber Neighbourhood Centre (1 miles)
Speyside Wildlife (1.1 miles)
Room options
4
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa Bed
Room details
1 Full Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
6
Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed
Room details
1 King Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
4
Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
4
Standard Room, Multiple Beds
Room details
2 Full Beds
and 1 Twin Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
5
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed
Room details
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of Macdonald Aviemore Hotel at Macdonald Aviemore Resort
7.2
Good
Based on 1,104 verified reviews
What guests think
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Across recent reviews, MACDONALD ACADEMY is seen as a family-oriented base with a central location and on-site activities, but experiences vary considerably, and the wider resort and buildings show their age in places.
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Across recent reviews, MACDONALD ACADEMY is seen as a family-oriented base with a central location and on-site activities, but experiences vary considerably, and the wider resort and buildings show their age in places.
Families appreciate the pool, soft play and cinema, though the pool can be very cold and some leisure venues are occasionally closed. Room comfort varies, with some small or musty spaces, limited ventilation in warmer weather, and disturbance from heavy, banging doors. Service and dining are inconsistent, with friendly staff offset by poor bar service and communication, and meals ranging from good to cold or unavailable, sometimes at high prices. Expect a convenient, kid-focused stay with variable quality.
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Facilities
Family facilities like the pool, soft play, cinema and play areas are a plus, but the pool is often very cold and some leisure venues or bars/restaurants have been closed or limited. Information about timings can be unclear.
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10
Umar
Jul 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Stayed for the weekend with the family (2 adults & 2 kids aged 8 & 6). Room was a good size and clean. Great amenities on site - playpark, cinema, swimming pool, soft play & amazing pizza at the resort's Italian restaurant.
Stayed for the weekend with the family (2 adults & 2 kids aged 8 & 6). Room was a good size and clean. Great amenities on site - playpark, cinema, swimming pool, soft play & amazing pizza at the resort's Italian restaurant.
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Barbara
Oct 19, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
8
Nicola
Jun 26, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The Aviemore Hotel bar and Spey burgers restaurant were not open, part of the reason for us chosing this hotel and resort. It was disappointing as fussy kid eater. The other restaurant giivannis was nice and quick service with friendly staff.
The Aviemore Hotel bar and Spey burgers restaurant were not open, part of the reason for us chosing this hotel and resort. It was disappointing as fussy kid eater. The other restaurant giivannis was nice and quick service with friendly staff.
8
Leanne
Aug 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
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Amanda
Jul 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Property was a little dated and the waterpark was small. Our kids age 12 and 14 were too old to enjoy the full experience that younger kids would like. Dinner at Italian restaurant was good as was buffet breakfast.
Property was a little dated and the waterpark was small. Our kids age 12 and 14 were too old to enjoy the full experience that younger kids would like. Dinner at Italian restaurant was good as was buffet breakfast.
6
Emma
Aug 8, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Breakfast was basic but fine, bar service was terrible, barman didn’t know what he was doing. Rooms not serviced and shabby but adequate. Pool changing areas filthy, pool cold. Kids loved the soft play area. Location good. Staff friendly but not enough of them.
Breakfast was basic but fine, bar service was terrible, barman didn’t know what he was doing. Rooms not serviced and shabby but adequate. Pool changing areas filthy, pool cold. Kids loved the soft play area. Location good. Staff friendly but not enough of them.
4
Keelan
Sep 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
6
Clair
Sep 3, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Family friendly, good pool & soft play
Family friendly, good pool & soft play
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farah
Aug 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
4
Yvonne
Jun 6, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Terrible hotel with none of the amenities promised. Swimming pool, bar and restaurant all closed. I had booked a hotel with swimming pool for my 7 year old son who was very disappointed. Had to walk to sister hotel for dinner which was not what we wanted since I had a broken shoulder. Road sign said Retail Shops but nothing open and receptionist couldn't have cared less when I asked. Room was fine apart from getting 2 sets of towels for 3 people. Had dinner at Aspects restaurant but when I asked for Malt Vinegar for my Fish and Chips it apparently caused a problem as they told me they had none and no one had ever asked for it which cannot be true. This is the most traditional British meal you could order!. This info came from the Supervisor who lied and told me he was the Manager.
Terrible hotel with none of the amenities promised. Swimming pool, bar and restaurant all closed. I had booked a hotel with swimming pool for my 7 year old son who was very disappointed. Had to walk to sister hotel for dinner which was not what we wanted since I had a broken shoulder. Road sign said Retail Shops but nothing open and receptionist couldn't have cared less when I asked. Room was fine apart from getting 2 sets of towels for 3 people. Had dinner at Aspects restaurant but when I asked for Malt Vinegar for my Fish and Chips it apparently caused a problem as they told me they had none and no one had ever asked for it which cannot be true. This is the most traditional British meal you could order!. This info came from the Supervisor who lied and told me he was the Manager.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is inconsistent: reports include dirty or musty rooms, mould, unemptied bins, and grimy pool/changing areas, although some guests found rooms clean. Housekeeping responsiveness varies.
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Barbara
Oct 19, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
6
Carol-Anne
Dec 8, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I think I expected too much from this hotel going by the pictures and the experience I’ve had at other MacDonald hotels I expected a comfortable stay. The hotel was in need of a refurbishment especially the bathroom area. I found the surround of the bath had not been cleaned and found a dead spider on the window sill. I know these are little things but we stayed at this hotel as they offered a Christmas experience so expected my children to stay in a clean bedroom. The hotel room was very cold it was -9 outside I turned the heater to the maximum but it still was only mildly warm to touch. After a couple of visits to reception the agreed to bring up a heater which made a massive difference. Breakfast was okay again my expectations were high especially since it was advertised as a family friendly Christmas weekend break there was hardly anything child friendly for breakfast apart from cereal. I won’t be returning to this hotel I don’t think it represents the MacDonald brand well.
I think I expected too much from this hotel going by the pictures and the experience I’ve had at other MacDonald hotels I expected a comfortable stay. The hotel was in need of a refurbishment especially the bathroom area. I found the surround of the bath had not been cleaned and found a dead spider on the window sill. I know these are little things but we stayed at this hotel as they offered a Christmas experience so expected my children to stay in a clean bedroom. The hotel room was very cold it was -9 outside I turned the heater to the maximum but it still was only mildly warm to touch. After a couple of visits to reception the agreed to bring up a heater which made a massive difference. Breakfast was okay again my expectations were high especially since it was advertised as a family friendly Christmas weekend break there was hardly anything child friendly for breakfast apart from cereal. I won’t be returning to this hotel I don’t think it represents the MacDonald brand well.
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Angela
Apr 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Was okay overall but hotel was a little tired looking, bin in room wasn’t emptied and bathroom was dirty
Was okay overall but hotel was a little tired looking, bin in room wasn’t emptied and bathroom was dirty
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Abbas
Apr 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Pool area needs to be improved, walls and floor need to be throughly cleaned
Pool area needs to be improved, walls and floor need to be throughly cleaned
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Emma
Aug 8, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Breakfast was basic but fine, bar service was terrible, barman didn’t know what he was doing. Rooms not serviced and shabby but adequate. Pool changing areas filthy, pool cold. Kids loved the soft play area. Location good. Staff friendly but not enough of them.
Breakfast was basic but fine, bar service was terrible, barman didn’t know what he was doing. Rooms not serviced and shabby but adequate. Pool changing areas filthy, pool cold. Kids loved the soft play area. Location good. Staff friendly but not enough of them.
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Harry
Jun 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The part of the resort we stayed in whilst cleanliness couldn’t be faulted is beginning to look a bit tired. The food at the Fish Bar on the first night could have been better. There was no table check. We found the fish a little greasy but lovely chips. The room was clean and comfortable. We had breakfast both mornings and would have liked the cooked food to be a little hotter. For some reason (no explanation given) we were shown to a different part of the hotel for Sunday breakfast albeit others were shown through to where we had been the previous day. The ambiance of the Saturday morning room was far better. Again the cooked food temperature was a little wanting. Overall stay was “okay “
The part of the resort we stayed in whilst cleanliness couldn’t be faulted is beginning to look a bit tired. The food at the Fish Bar on the first night could have been better. There was no table check. We found the fish a little greasy but lovely chips. The room was clean and comfortable. We had breakfast both mornings and would have liked the cooked food to be a little hotter. For some reason (no explanation given) we were shown to a different part of the hotel for Sunday breakfast albeit others were shown through to where we had been the previous day. The ambiance of the Saturday morning room was far better. Again the cooked food temperature was a little wanting. Overall stay was “okay “
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Scott
Nov 16, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
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Amanda
Jul 14, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Horrible stay!!! Breakfast was late stood for ages for refill of eggs, bacon, sausage etc!! Bathroom had paint coming of the shower ceiling!! Mould around the shower! The only thing that was positive was house keeping came back to clean room. Thumbs up for house keeping!!!! The rest is horrible service
Horrible stay!!! Breakfast was late stood for ages for refill of eggs, bacon, sausage etc!! Bathroom had paint coming of the shower ceiling!! Mould around the shower! The only thing that was positive was house keeping came back to clean room. Thumbs up for house keeping!!!! The rest is horrible service
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Dawn
May 5, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very dated an in need of freshening up. Smelt like the property had been closed for some time.
Very dated an in need of freshening up. Smelt like the property had been closed for some time.
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Taim
Aug 5, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Dirty rooms , carpets need to be replaced. Bathroom stains. Mouldy. In desperate need of renovations.
Dirty rooms , carpets need to be replaced. Bathroom stains. Mouldy. In desperate need of renovations.
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Rooms
Rooms feel dated, with occasional musty odours, worn mattresses, limited ventilation or fans, corridor-door noise, and patchy Wi‑Fi. Sizes range from very small family rooms to adequately spacious family options.
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Mari
Jun 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was very small for a family of 4, the bunk bed area tiny and a bad whiff of body odour. Not value for money unfortunately
The room was very small for a family of 4, the bunk bed area tiny and a bad whiff of body odour. Not value for money unfortunately
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Garry
Sep 16, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel & room very dated. Bed & duvet lumpy & uncomfortable. Expensive for what it was, no value for money.
Hotel & room very dated. Bed & duvet lumpy & uncomfortable. Expensive for what it was, no value for money.
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Mantas
Jun 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Dated, certainly not 4 star!!
Dated, certainly not 4 star!!
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Leanne
Aug 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
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Keelan
Sep 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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PUNEET
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Everything is ok except the rooms which are now out dated, without aircon or ventilation. Activities are good and surroundings are amazing. But the resort and rooms need a major refurbishment.
Everything is ok except the rooms which are now out dated, without aircon or ventilation. Activities are good and surroundings are amazing. But the resort and rooms need a major refurbishment.
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Quincy
May 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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valerie
Apr 30, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel Tired, Hotel food bar unavailable. Hotel tired. Security concerning , whilst in room someone used key card to enter room. Hotel staff replaced card but no follow up explanation or apology.
Hotel Tired, Hotel food bar unavailable. Hotel tired. Security concerning , whilst in room someone used key card to enter room. Hotel staff replaced card but no follow up explanation or apology.
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Alan
Apr 24, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Nice hotel, good service, wifi non existant
Nice hotel, good service, wifi non existant
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Vicky
Jul 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The Macdonald aviemore hotel needs some updating but generally clean and tidy. The reception staff on the day got the job done but he wasn’t very friendly. We asked for a fan to which we got a two word reply ‘no fans’. My daughter left some belongings in a drawer after we checked out and after contacting the hotel several times we have not had any response about getting them back. The housekeeping staff apparently give the room a thorough clean including the drawers and so therefore should have found the belongings. Despite giving our date of stay and room number they haven’t been in touch. This is disappointing and I would have expected more.
The Macdonald aviemore hotel needs some updating but generally clean and tidy. The reception staff on the day got the job done but he wasn’t very friendly. We asked for a fan to which we got a two word reply ‘no fans’. My daughter left some belongings in a drawer after we checked out and after contacting the hotel several times we have not had any response about getting them back. The housekeeping staff apparently give the room a thorough clean including the drawers and so therefore should have found the belongings. Despite giving our date of stay and room number they haven’t been in touch. This is disappointing and I would have expected more.
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Service
Service is mixed: many staff are friendly and helpful, but bar service can be poor, communication about hotel allocations is lacking, and some issues (e.g., lost property or security incidents) were not resolved well.
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Alastair
Jul 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Showing signs of wear and tear outside particularly. Staff very friendly, but overall perhaps a bit overpriced
Showing signs of wear and tear outside particularly. Staff very friendly, but overall perhaps a bit overpriced
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James
Jul 8, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
We had planned this as a family summer break. Having visited several times before we knew what to expect. However we were unaware the hotel had changed the family ‘dinner bread and breakfast’ deal to seclude main meals for children. Quite bizarre and not something we were clearly aware of from booking info. Food was ok. Breakfast is as expected with a good choice. The main meals menu however is been stripped back and items have jumped in price meaning the adult allocation of £25 per adult per main meal didn’t stretch far and so it was impossible to even get 2 courses. These changes have meant the hotel is no longer competitive in terms of the other options we consider when booking. The hotel is a good family venue. It’s in a great location and has great amenities both within the hotel complex and in the local area. The pool is always a winner with our kids as they love the slide and the wave machine. The rooms are ok. We’ve never had cause to complain however on this occasion we were directly above back reception in the Aviemore Hotel and sadly this meant we were constantly awakened every time someone slammed a door beneath our room - which was constantly throughout the night. Wherever this door is and whoever needs to use it that often needs to consider the sleeping families above. We did mention this to reception staff but it was laughed off so I doubt it will be resolved. All in all a rather disappointing stay that means we likely will not return.
We had planned this as a family summer break. Having visited several times before we knew what to expect. However we were unaware the hotel had changed the family ‘dinner bread and breakfast’ deal to seclude main meals for children. Quite bizarre and not something we were clearly aware of from booking info. Food was ok. Breakfast is as expected with a good choice. The main meals menu however is been stripped back and items have jumped in price meaning the adult allocation of £25 per adult per main meal didn’t stretch far and so it was impossible to even get 2 courses. These changes have meant the hotel is no longer competitive in terms of the other options we consider when booking. The hotel is a good family venue. It’s in a great location and has great amenities both within the hotel complex and in the local area. The pool is always a winner with our kids as they love the slide and the wave machine. The rooms are ok. We’ve never had cause to complain however on this occasion we were directly above back reception in the Aviemore Hotel and sadly this meant we were constantly awakened every time someone slammed a door beneath our room - which was constantly throughout the night. Wherever this door is and whoever needs to use it that often needs to consider the sleeping families above. We did mention this to reception staff but it was laughed off so I doubt it will be resolved. All in all a rather disappointing stay that means we likely will not return.
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Thomas
Jan 23, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
I arrived the booked hotel, but there were empty. I have been waiting one hour outside the hotel during cold weather. There is no direct contact to the hotel from hotel.com Finally I found their contact # from their website. They moved my booking to another hotel, Macdonald Highlands Hotel, without any notice to me. They told me because I booked the hotel from 3rd party (Hotels.com) so they can’t contact me. I think it is non sense. I can’t pay £25 for the dinner package, I have to pay the normal price from their menu (because I moved another hotel so I have to changed my plan for dinner).
I arrived the booked hotel, but there were empty. I have been waiting one hour outside the hotel during cold weather. There is no direct contact to the hotel from hotel.com Finally I found their contact # from their website. They moved my booking to another hotel, Macdonald Highlands Hotel, without any notice to me. They told me because I booked the hotel from 3rd party (Hotels.com) so they can’t contact me. I think it is non sense. I can’t pay £25 for the dinner package, I have to pay the normal price from their menu (because I moved another hotel so I have to changed my plan for dinner).
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Hannah
Dec 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Hamish
Mar 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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
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
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Margaret
Jul 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Confusion re what Hotel we were booked into (3 on the property). Paid extra for bunk beds and extra TV received neither ie 2 put up beds instead. Buffet breakfast very disorganised. Food kept running out, butter, milk coffee etc from a H and S prospective dangerous practice to be expected to carry hot tea and coffee from buffet to table whilst children walking about.
Confusion re what Hotel we were booked into (3 on the property). Paid extra for bunk beds and extra TV received neither ie 2 put up beds instead. Buffet breakfast very disorganised. Food kept running out, butter, milk coffee etc from a H and S prospective dangerous practice to be expected to carry hot tea and coffee from buffet to table whilst children walking about.
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Emma
Aug 8, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Breakfast was basic but fine, bar service was terrible, barman didn’t know what he was doing. Rooms not serviced and shabby but adequate. Pool changing areas filthy, pool cold. Kids loved the soft play area. Location good. Staff friendly but not enough of them.
Breakfast was basic but fine, bar service was terrible, barman didn’t know what he was doing. Rooms not serviced and shabby but adequate. Pool changing areas filthy, pool cold. Kids loved the soft play area. Location good. Staff friendly but not enough of them.
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Neil
Jun 13, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Super position in Aviemore, very near the shops and restaurants. The hotel is looking dated now. Breakfast was good. The most annoying things were the heavy, banging hotel doors and the fact that my key card kept failing to work, necessitating many (longish) walks back to reception. The best thing about this hotel are the super helpful staff, particularly reception.
Super position in Aviemore, very near the shops and restaurants. The hotel is looking dated now. Breakfast was good. The most annoying things were the heavy, banging hotel doors and the fact that my key card kept failing to work, necessitating many (longish) walks back to reception. The best thing about this hotel are the super helpful staff, particularly reception.
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valerie
Apr 30, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel Tired, Hotel food bar unavailable. Hotel tired. Security concerning , whilst in room someone used key card to enter room. Hotel staff replaced card but no follow up explanation or apology.
Hotel Tired, Hotel food bar unavailable. Hotel tired. Security concerning , whilst in room someone used key card to enter room. Hotel staff replaced card but no follow up explanation or apology.
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Vicky
Jul 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The Macdonald aviemore hotel needs some updating but generally clean and tidy. The reception staff on the day got the job done but he wasn’t very friendly. We asked for a fan to which we got a two word reply ‘no fans’. My daughter left some belongings in a drawer after we checked out and after contacting the hotel several times we have not had any response about getting them back. The housekeeping staff apparently give the room a thorough clean including the drawers and so therefore should have found the belongings. Despite giving our date of stay and room number they haven’t been in touch. This is disappointing and I would have expected more.
The Macdonald aviemore hotel needs some updating but generally clean and tidy. The reception staff on the day got the job done but he wasn’t very friendly. We asked for a fan to which we got a two word reply ‘no fans’. My daughter left some belongings in a drawer after we checked out and after contacting the hotel several times we have not had any response about getting them back. The housekeeping staff apparently give the room a thorough clean including the drawers and so therefore should have found the belongings. Despite giving our date of stay and room number they haven’t been in touch. This is disappointing and I would have expected more.
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Location
Central and convenient for Aviemore’s shops, restaurants and Cairngorms attractions; several guests praised the scenery and walkability.
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James
Jul 8, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
We had planned this as a family summer break. Having visited several times before we knew what to expect. However we were unaware the hotel had changed the family ‘dinner bread and breakfast’ deal to seclude main meals for children. Quite bizarre and not something we were clearly aware of from booking info. Food was ok. Breakfast is as expected with a good choice. The main meals menu however is been stripped back and items have jumped in price meaning the adult allocation of £25 per adult per main meal didn’t stretch far and so it was impossible to even get 2 courses. These changes have meant the hotel is no longer competitive in terms of the other options we consider when booking. The hotel is a good family venue. It’s in a great location and has great amenities both within the hotel complex and in the local area. The pool is always a winner with our kids as they love the slide and the wave machine. The rooms are ok. We’ve never had cause to complain however on this occasion we were directly above back reception in the Aviemore Hotel and sadly this meant we were constantly awakened every time someone slammed a door beneath our room - which was constantly throughout the night. Wherever this door is and whoever needs to use it that often needs to consider the sleeping families above. We did mention this to reception staff but it was laughed off so I doubt it will be resolved. All in all a rather disappointing stay that means we likely will not return.
We had planned this as a family summer break. Having visited several times before we knew what to expect. However we were unaware the hotel had changed the family ‘dinner bread and breakfast’ deal to seclude main meals for children. Quite bizarre and not something we were clearly aware of from booking info. Food was ok. Breakfast is as expected with a good choice. The main meals menu however is been stripped back and items have jumped in price meaning the adult allocation of £25 per adult per main meal didn’t stretch far and so it was impossible to even get 2 courses. These changes have meant the hotel is no longer competitive in terms of the other options we consider when booking. The hotel is a good family venue. It’s in a great location and has great amenities both within the hotel complex and in the local area. The pool is always a winner with our kids as they love the slide and the wave machine. The rooms are ok. We’ve never had cause to complain however on this occasion we were directly above back reception in the Aviemore Hotel and sadly this meant we were constantly awakened every time someone slammed a door beneath our room - which was constantly throughout the night. Wherever this door is and whoever needs to use it that often needs to consider the sleeping families above. We did mention this to reception staff but it was laughed off so I doubt it will be resolved. All in all a rather disappointing stay that means we likely will not return.
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Johanna
Jun 30, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We had a nice stay at MacDonald Aviemore! The staff was friendly and welcoming and the location was central to the shops and restaurants.
We had a nice stay at MacDonald Aviemore! The staff was friendly and welcoming and the location was central to the shops and restaurants.
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Laura
Apr 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent location, liked the concept with plenty of options for dining across the resort and good was good. Resort had good leisure facilities, shared with all accommodation within the complex. Location is ideal for families. Property consistent with type of hotel and age. Beds were very comfortable. Staff pleasant.
Excellent location, liked the concept with plenty of options for dining across the resort and good was good. Resort had good leisure facilities, shared with all accommodation within the complex. Location is ideal for families. Property consistent with type of hotel and age. Beds were very comfortable. Staff pleasant.
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Doreen
May 19, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Ingrida
Aug 7, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Well suited for a family holiday. Great location, stunning scenery. Highly recommend.
Well suited for a family holiday. Great location, stunning scenery. Highly recommend.
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Jordan
Aug 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay and a fantastic location
Great stay and a fantastic location
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Neil
Jun 13, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Super position in Aviemore, very near the shops and restaurants. The hotel is looking dated now. Breakfast was good. The most annoying things were the heavy, banging hotel doors and the fact that my key card kept failing to work, necessitating many (longish) walks back to reception. The best thing about this hotel are the super helpful staff, particularly reception.
Super position in Aviemore, very near the shops and restaurants. The hotel is looking dated now. Breakfast was good. The most annoying things were the heavy, banging hotel doors and the fact that my key card kept failing to work, necessitating many (longish) walks back to reception. The best thing about this hotel are the super helpful staff, particularly reception.
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Kathleen
Jul 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel is close to shopping, public transportation, and many sights in the Cairgorm National Park. Dinner options are available to guests with reservations, and the room was as advertised.
The hotel is close to shopping, public transportation, and many sights in the Cairgorm National Park. Dinner options are available to guests with reservations, and the room was as advertised.
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Dining
Breakfast and dining are inconsistent, from tasty meals to cold food and items running out, with occasional venue closures and reduced options. Prices and package changes can feel expensive.
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Steven
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel itself was fine - cheap and cheerful - and the staff there were really helpful and even gave us leisure passes despite arriving earlier than check in. What let the rating down and lets Macdonald hotels down overall was the terrible experience we had at the Italian restaurant despite knowing 2 of our party are gluten intolerant the 2x attempts at bringing inedible stone cold (uncooked/frozen) pizza bases and then expecting to charge the full bill in full view of rest of restaurant.
The hotel itself was fine - cheap and cheerful - and the staff there were really helpful and even gave us leisure passes despite arriving earlier than check in. What let the rating down and lets Macdonald hotels down overall was the terrible experience we had at the Italian restaurant despite knowing 2 of our party are gluten intolerant the 2x attempts at bringing inedible stone cold (uncooked/frozen) pizza bases and then expecting to charge the full bill in full view of rest of restaurant.
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James
Jul 8, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
We had planned this as a family summer break. Having visited several times before we knew what to expect. However we were unaware the hotel had changed the family ‘dinner bread and breakfast’ deal to seclude main meals for children. Quite bizarre and not something we were clearly aware of from booking info. Food was ok. Breakfast is as expected with a good choice. The main meals menu however is been stripped back and items have jumped in price meaning the adult allocation of £25 per adult per main meal didn’t stretch far and so it was impossible to even get 2 courses. These changes have meant the hotel is no longer competitive in terms of the other options we consider when booking. The hotel is a good family venue. It’s in a great location and has great amenities both within the hotel complex and in the local area. The pool is always a winner with our kids as they love the slide and the wave machine. The rooms are ok. We’ve never had cause to complain however on this occasion we were directly above back reception in the Aviemore Hotel and sadly this meant we were constantly awakened every time someone slammed a door beneath our room - which was constantly throughout the night. Wherever this door is and whoever needs to use it that often needs to consider the sleeping families above. We did mention this to reception staff but it was laughed off so I doubt it will be resolved. All in all a rather disappointing stay that means we likely will not return.
We had planned this as a family summer break. Having visited several times before we knew what to expect. However we were unaware the hotel had changed the family ‘dinner bread and breakfast’ deal to seclude main meals for children. Quite bizarre and not something we were clearly aware of from booking info. Food was ok. Breakfast is as expected with a good choice. The main meals menu however is been stripped back and items have jumped in price meaning the adult allocation of £25 per adult per main meal didn’t stretch far and so it was impossible to even get 2 courses. These changes have meant the hotel is no longer competitive in terms of the other options we consider when booking. The hotel is a good family venue. It’s in a great location and has great amenities both within the hotel complex and in the local area. The pool is always a winner with our kids as they love the slide and the wave machine. The rooms are ok. We’ve never had cause to complain however on this occasion we were directly above back reception in the Aviemore Hotel and sadly this meant we were constantly awakened every time someone slammed a door beneath our room - which was constantly throughout the night. Wherever this door is and whoever needs to use it that often needs to consider the sleeping families above. We did mention this to reception staff but it was laughed off so I doubt it will be resolved. All in all a rather disappointing stay that means we likely will not return.
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Nicola
Jun 26, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The Aviemore Hotel bar and Spey burgers restaurant were not open, part of the reason for us chosing this hotel and resort. It was disappointing as fussy kid eater. The other restaurant giivannis was nice and quick service with friendly staff.
The Aviemore Hotel bar and Spey burgers restaurant were not open, part of the reason for us chosing this hotel and resort. It was disappointing as fussy kid eater. The other restaurant giivannis was nice and quick service with friendly staff.
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Margaret
Jul 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Confusion re what Hotel we were booked into (3 on the property). Paid extra for bunk beds and extra TV received neither ie 2 put up beds instead. Buffet breakfast very disorganised. Food kept running out, butter, milk coffee etc from a H and S prospective dangerous practice to be expected to carry hot tea and coffee from buffet to table whilst children walking about.
Confusion re what Hotel we were booked into (3 on the property). Paid extra for bunk beds and extra TV received neither ie 2 put up beds instead. Buffet breakfast very disorganised. Food kept running out, butter, milk coffee etc from a H and S prospective dangerous practice to be expected to carry hot tea and coffee from buffet to table whilst children walking about.
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Amanda
Jul 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Property was a little dated and the waterpark was small. Our kids age 12 and 14 were too old to enjoy the full experience that younger kids would like. Dinner at Italian restaurant was good as was buffet breakfast.
Property was a little dated and the waterpark was small. Our kids age 12 and 14 were too old to enjoy the full experience that younger kids would like. Dinner at Italian restaurant was good as was buffet breakfast.
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Emma
Aug 8, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Breakfast was basic but fine, bar service was terrible, barman didn’t know what he was doing. Rooms not serviced and shabby but adequate. Pool changing areas filthy, pool cold. Kids loved the soft play area. Location good. Staff friendly but not enough of them.
Breakfast was basic but fine, bar service was terrible, barman didn’t know what he was doing. Rooms not serviced and shabby but adequate. Pool changing areas filthy, pool cold. Kids loved the soft play area. Location good. Staff friendly but not enough of them.
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Keelan
Sep 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Lisa
Jul 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel is dated and run down. The room had a musty smell. Breakfast buffet is awful. Staff were friendly
Hotel is dated and run down. The room had a musty smell. Breakfast buffet is awful. Staff were friendly
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Harry
Jun 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The part of the resort we stayed in whilst cleanliness couldn’t be faulted is beginning to look a bit tired. The food at the Fish Bar on the first night could have been better. There was no table check. We found the fish a little greasy but lovely chips. The room was clean and comfortable. We had breakfast both mornings and would have liked the cooked food to be a little hotter. For some reason (no explanation given) we were shown to a different part of the hotel for Sunday breakfast albeit others were shown through to where we had been the previous day. The ambiance of the Saturday morning room was far better. Again the cooked food temperature was a little wanting. Overall stay was “okay “
The part of the resort we stayed in whilst cleanliness couldn’t be faulted is beginning to look a bit tired. The food at the Fish Bar on the first night could have been better. There was no table check. We found the fish a little greasy but lovely chips. The room was clean and comfortable. We had breakfast both mornings and would have liked the cooked food to be a little hotter. For some reason (no explanation given) we were shown to a different part of the hotel for Sunday breakfast albeit others were shown through to where we had been the previous day. The ambiance of the Saturday morning room was far better. Again the cooked food temperature was a little wanting. Overall stay was “okay “
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Scott
Nov 16, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
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Graeme
Sep 5, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The 'Aviemore' hotel block is dated but despite this the room and bathroom were clean and comfortable. We used the pool with our kids however the water was very cold and we didn't stay long. The whole resort has plenty to offer and is good for a family stay but it could do with some areas being refreshed soon.
The 'Aviemore' hotel block is dated but despite this the room and bathroom were clean and comfortable. We used the pool with our kids however the water was very cold and we didn't stay long. The whole resort has plenty to offer and is good for a family stay but it could do with some areas being refreshed soon.
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Graham
Sep 1, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
We only stayed one night but room was clean and comfortable. Corridors are dated but overall this was a good stay
We only stayed one night but room was clean and comfortable. Corridors are dated but overall this was a good stay
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Jane
Aug 10, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely room with spacious comfortable beds, our family booked two rooms that had King sized beds with a single bed made up alongside (one had a bathroom and one a showerroom) We stayed one night and enjoyed a swim after check in and the soft play and playroom in the morning after we checked out (as you are able to use these facilities until 1pm once you check out) We would have made use of the free cinema as well (evening and morning) if we hadn't seen the same film earlier that week) I would happily come back on another trip and really liked the Elemis toiletries in the bathrooms throughout the complex, a touch of luxury!
Lovely room with spacious comfortable beds, our family booked two rooms that had King sized beds with a single bed made up alongside (one had a bathroom and one a showerroom) We stayed one night and enjoyed a swim after check in and the soft play and playroom in the morning after we checked out (as you are able to use these facilities until 1pm once you check out) We would have made use of the free cinema as well (evening and morning) if we hadn't seen the same film earlier that week) I would happily come back on another trip and really liked the Elemis toiletries in the bathrooms throughout the complex, a touch of luxury!
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jeffrey
Aug 8, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
We went for a drink at the bar. The tables were so sticky. We felt like they were never cleaned. The rooms needed a major renovation. We did not like this hotel. It was also very old.
We went for a drink at the bar. The tables were so sticky. We felt like they were never cleaned. The rooms needed a major renovation. We did not like this hotel. It was also very old.
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Emma
Aug 5, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The swimming pool is a bit of a walk from the hotel. Everything was clean but some bits looks a bit old. Nice breakfast.
The swimming pool is a bit of a walk from the hotel. Everything was clean but some bits looks a bit old. Nice breakfast.
FAQs about Macdonald Aviemore Hotel at Macdonald Aviemore Resort
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited.
Is breakfast offered at the hotel?
Yes, breakfast is available, but details regarding the type and cost are not specified.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 16:00 to 22:00, and check-out is by 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible facilities in public areas.
What is the location of the hotel in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in Aviemore, near a train station and theme parks, with attractions such as Cairngorms National Park and Strathspey Steam Railway nearby.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes, the property features two indoor pools, including a children's pool, and an outdoor heated pool. Children under 16 years old must be supervised by an adult in the swimming pool.
Are children allowed to stay at the hotel?
Yes, children are welcome at the property. There is no specified minimum age for children to stay for free.
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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.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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
- Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
- Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 18.00 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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Parking
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Non-Smoking Rooms
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Activities
Swimming pool
Tennis Courts
Garden
Golf Course (nearby)
Windsurfing
Cycling
Fishing
Horse Riding
Playground
Canoeing
Hiking
Child Pool
Pool Indoor
Outdoor heated pool
Evening Entertainment
Pool (Indoor)
Outdoor Furniture
Fitness Center (nearby)
Parking
Parking
Free Parking
Parking (Limited)
Parking Onsite
General
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Sauna
Hot Tub / Jacuzzi
Steam Room
Massage
Body Treatments
Facial Treatments
Picnic Area/Tables
Packed Lunches
Allergy-Free Room Available
Family Room
Beach Sun Loungers
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Services
Housekeeping
Banquet Facilities
Bicycle Rental
Luggage Storage
Self Laundry
24-Hour Front Desk
Ski Storage
Internet
Free Wi-Fi