Macdonald Highlands Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort

$$$$||View on mapAviemore, United KingdomAviemore, Inverness-Shire, Aviemore, United Kingdom, PH22 1PN|
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Macdonald Highlands Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort
Aviemore, Inverness-Shire, Aviemore, United Kingdom, PH22 1PN·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good
7.4Very good
Highest Rated
Location8.7
Staff8.2
Lowest Rated
Comfort7.9
Free WiFi7.8
Facilities7.7
Value for money7.1
Who stays here
Families43%
Couples39%
Solo12%
Groups6%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good
7.4Very good
Highest Rated
Location8.7
Staff8.2
Lowest Rated
Comfort7.9
Free WiFi7.8
Facilities7.7
Value for money7.1
Who stays here
Families43%
Couples39%
Solo12%
Groups6%

4-star resort in Cairngorms National Park with award-winning leisure facilities and on-site cinema

Accommodation & Rooms

The Macdonald Highlands Hotel at Macdonald Aviemore Resort offers Classic and Executive rooms along with suites. Family rooms with sofa or pop up bed for children are available, with some interconnecting rooms for larger groups. All rooms include a flat-screen TV and private bathroom with bath or shower.

Dining

Within the hotel, Aspects Restaurant serves contemporary Scottish dishes using seasonal ingredients. Guests also have access to Spey Burger and Giovanni's Italian Ristorante across the resort, though these are seasonal. The resort's dining options include locally sourced produce and a breakfast buffet with gluten-free options.

Leisure & Activities

The resort's Aviemore Activity Centre houses the largest indoor pool complex in the Cairngorms, with a wave pool and water slide. An on-site cinema screens films for all ages, and the Spey Valley Championship Golf Course is nearby. Bicycle rental, hiking trails, and live sport events are also available.

Family & Children

The Macdonald Highlands Hotel provides dedicated children's activities including a kids' disco, bingo, and family quizzes. A soft play area, outdoor playground, and games room keep younger guests entertained. Children's meals and family rooms with blackout curtains are offered for a comfortable stay.

Wellness & Spa

The Aviemore Activity Centre includes a sauna, steam room, and fitness centre with locker rooms. Beauty services such as manicures, pedicures, and body treatments are provided on site. Guests can also use the indoor pools, heated year-round, with towels supplied.

  • Location: Within Cairngorms National Park with direct access to Spey Valley Championship Golf Course
  • Leisure: Largest indoor pool complex in the Cairngorms with wave pool and water slide
  • Dining: Aspects Restaurant serving contemporary Scottish dishes with locally sourced ingredients
  • Family: Dedicated children's activities, soft play, and outdoor playground on site
  • Wellness: Sauna, steam room, and beauty treatments at the Aviemore Activity Centre
  • Award: Winner of Resort Hotel of the Year - Scottish Hospitality Awards 2019
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 16:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of GBP 6 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Building
Number of floors:4
Number of rooms:146
Former name
Aviemore Highlands Hotel
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Rooms and availability

Standard Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds1 Double bed
Family Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
  • Shower

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Pedicure

Manicure

Facial

Waxing

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Skiing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Golf course
  • Archery
  • Fishing

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Ski pass vendor
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu
  • Children's pool
  • Water slides
  • Children's play area
  • Toys
  • Game room

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Beauty treatment
  • Massage
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities
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Essential information about Macdonald Highlands Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort

💵 Lowest room price 129 £
📏 Distance to centre 600 m
✈️ Distance to airport 58.9 km
🧳 Nearest airport Inverness, INV

Location

Aviemore, Inverness-Shire, Aviemore, United Kingdom, PH22 1PN
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Aviemore, Inverness-Shire, Aviemore, United Kingdom, PH22 1PN
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Aviemore, Inverness-Shire, Aviemore, United Kingdom, PH22 1PN
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Aviemore Centre
240 m
Night club
The Vault
400 m
Restaurant
Spey Burger
200 m
Restaurant
The Cairngorm Hotel
410 m
Restaurant
Mambos
450 m
Restaurant
The Highland Line
410 m
Restaurant
Giovanni's Italian Ristorante
340 m
Restaurant
Aspects Restaurant
310 m
Restaurant
Miele's Gelateria
540 m
Restaurant
Explorer Cafe
620 m
Restaurant
Galaxy World Buffet Restaurant
650 m
Restaurant
Deli Mair
660 m

Reviews of Macdonald Highlands Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort

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FAQ about Macdonald Highlands Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort

What interesting sites can I visit not far from Macdonald Highlands Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort hotel?
Guests of Macdonald Highlands Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort hotel can visit Spey Valley Golf Course (relatively close to the accommodation), or Strathspey Steam Railway Railroad Company placed 9 minutes' walk away.
Which airport is the closest to the stylish 4-star Macdonald Highlands Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort?
The closest airport to the stylish 4-star Macdonald Highlands Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort is Inverness airport (60 km) and it is reachable with a 48-minute drive.
Is there a parking at Macdonald Highlands Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort?
Yes, Macdonald Highlands Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort features private parking on site.
What are our dining options during the stay at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-8/10 according to reviews-quick bites Smiffy's offering Scottish cuisine.
Can I have breakfast at this stylish hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of this stylish hotel.
What time is check-in and check-out at the stylish Macdonald Highlands Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort?
Guests of the stylish Macdonald Highlands Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort can check in from 16:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00.
How much does it cost to stay at Macdonald Highlands Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort?
The price for a room in Macdonald Highlands Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort starts at $266.
What payment methods are available in the stylish Macdonald Highlands Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort?
At the stylish Macdonald Highlands Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort, you can pay using Mastercard, Visa, and American Express.
What room types are available at the hotel?
Suite, Standard Twin Room, and Family Room are among the room types available at the hotel.
Which amenities are included in the rooms at the stylish Macdonald Highlands Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort?
Most rooms at the stylish Macdonald Highlands Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort include a writing desk, high-speed internet, and a safe deposit box.
Is the stylish Macdonald Highlands Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort accessible to people with disabilities?
Yes, wheelchair access, rooms with accessible facilities, and accessible bathrooms are provided at the stylish Macdonald Highlands Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort for guests with special needs.
What spa facilities does Macdonald Highlands Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort hotel offer?
Pampering amenities in Macdonald Highlands Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort hotel include a treatment room, a hot tub, and sauna facilities.
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