Macdonald Norwood Hall Hotel

Hotels
Macdonald Hotels & Resorts
8.4 (2306 reviews)
Gathdee Road , Aberdeen , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Comfortable rooms
Lovely atmosphere
Good food
Cons:
Additional charges for certain breakfast options
Cold rooms upon arrival
Limited restaurant hours

Categories

Cleanliness
8.04
Room was clean, but a clothes moth was present.
Service
9.01
Staff were consistently friendly, helpful, and efficient.
Location
8.55
Rural but close to the city, great location from reviews.
Room Quality
8.5
Rooms were described as comfortable and spacious.
Amenities
8.03
Some amenities like a fridge were missing, but generally positive.
Value for Money
8.19
Mixed sentiment with some expensive food and drinks.
Food and Beverage
8.34
Food was generally good, but some issues with extra charges.
Overall Experience
8.51
Great atmosphere and a lovely stay overall.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-19 21:04

Property Description

Victorian Charm and Modern Elegance
Experience the enchanting blend of Victorian grandeur and contemporary comfort at Macdonald Norwood Hall Hotel. Admire the original features like sweeping staircases while enjoying modern amenities such as flat-screen TVs and WiFi access.

Culinary Delights and Whisky Tastings
Indulge your palate at the Tapestry Restaurant with fresh seafood and game delicacies, complemented by an extensive wine list. Unwind in the Georgian Lounge with a selection of malt whiskies and light meals, promising a gastronomic journey.

Tranquil Surroundings and Convenient Location
Escape to the secluded gardens and wooded grounds for a peaceful retreat, all just a short drive from Aberdeen city centre. With nearby universities and the airport, Macdonald Norwood Hall Hotel offers a perfect blend of serenity and accessibility.

Book now to immerse yourself in luxury at Macdonald Norwood Hall Hotel.

Important information:

The credit/debit card used to book a pre-paid rate must be presented to reception on arrival at the hotel. Please note that failure to do so will result in an alternative payment method being required.

When booking 7 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: ABZ

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 12 years old stay for £25 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    People 5 years old and over stay for £25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 2306 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.04
Service: 9.01
Location: 8.55
Room Quality: 8.5
Amenities: 8.03
Value for Money: 8.19
Food and Beverage: 8.34
Overall Experience: 8.51
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Philippa solo_traveller gb
9
Beautiful hotel in lovely grounds!
Pros:

I love this hotel. I usually travel with other people but I stay at this hotel on my own. The hotel has a lovely calm and chilled feeling about it. I spent the evenings sitting in the bar, they play some pleasant low volume background music which is unobtrusive. On both occasions I’ve stayed now people talk quietly together in the bar even if they are in a larger group, which makes a pleasant change. The rooms ( love the bath and separate shower) and grounds are beautiful, excellent parking and good choice at breakfast.

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Maria del Carmen solo_traveller es
9
2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Günter couple at
9
Schöner Aufenthalt in traditionellen Ambiente.
Pros:

Sehr schönes traditionelles Haus

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller gb
4
Very poor standard for a Macdonald hotel - and I have stayed in many.
Pros:

The bed was comfortable and the bathroom was good.

Cons:

The staff were not very good in passing even the basic information.
I advised that I was not going to have breakfast as I had to leave the hotel before breakfast commenced at 0700hrs, but the receptionist did not advise me that I could get room service breakfast from 0600hrs. I only found the order form late in the evening - it was in a drawer and not hooked onto the room door.
The route signage (especially to reception) was poor.
The operation of the lift was not made clear.
The room was tired, but seats were comfortable.
The windows were difficult to operate - as the room was hot and it was hard to get fresh air in.
The bed 'throw' was stained.
There was no bottled water provided with the room.
Tea and coffee facilities were very poor.

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Mario couple ch
8
2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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George solo_traveller gb
9
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Laura solo_traveller gb
5
Disappointed and not 4 star service
Pros:

The room was comfortable and clean. The decor of the hotel is beautiful. The bathroom was well decorated and clean and the rooms are a good size.

Cons:

It is advertised as having 7 acres of grounds but these are not walkable, it actually has very limited outdoor space. I was considering a wedding here but for multiple reasons I won't be having it here now. I asked specifically for a quiet room away from other guests due to having chemotherapy at the hospital and needing somewhere peaceful. I was placed next door to people who were noisy, shouting, banging doors. This room is also 2 lifts away from reception rather than being close by. I asked to be moved and was told no other rooms available but the hotel was not full. I asked for some oat milk for my room as I am breastfeeding a baby with a milk allergy. I was told I had to wait until breakfast and they couldn't access the oat milk until then. And then finally this morning at breakfast, two other tables came in after me and were served before me. The breakfast came and was missing a sausage. And the continental breakfast was pretty much empty. No juice, no pastries, the fruit was not fresh (tasted like vinegar) and basically everything was not filled up. Extremely disappointed. Not what I expected from a supposed 4 star hotel at all. Another minor issue - there are no plug sockets by the bed. Where the lamp plugs in you'd think you could use that, no the top pin is rounded so is not usable.

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Alexandra family_with_children de
6
Pros:

Nettes Personal, sehr zuvorkommend

Cons:

Ausstattung sehr viktoranisch, Bad sehr alt

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Peter couple de
10
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Andrejs solo_traveller gb
9
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Fraser solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Room was excellent

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Brown solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

It was a nice hotel in a good situation staff were good beer price bit much but that's the only fault.

Cons:

Beer price

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Nick solo_traveller gb
9
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Paul solo_traveller gb
5
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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David extended_group fr
9
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Nick couple gb
9
Beautiful hotel set in lovely grounds with characterful public rooms and comfortable bedrooms.
Pros:

The hotel’s front rooms are full of character.

Cons:

The restaurant is either understaffed or the staff need more training. They all seemed very stressed.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Neil couple gb
10
2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Catherine solo_traveller gb
9
A night in Aberdeen
Pros:

Room big comfortable luxurious excellent shower helpful staff

Cons:

No biscuits with tea/ coffee usually expect something!
Cooked Breakfast v small I had eggs tomatoes and black pudding and kit one v small poached egg half a tomato and small slice pudding. Looked rather pathetic!

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Lorna couple gb
8
Nice rooms and grounds.
Pros:

Good location near to the wedding we were attending at another local hotel.

Cons:

The receptionist was rude and not just to us but to anyone who appeared at the desk, especially so to the courier who came by as we were checking in.

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Joachim couple de
8
Pros:

The surrounding park looked very nice and maintained.
The hotel has a very traditional flair and the breakfast was very good.

Cons:

The elevators are a little bit hidden, like in a maze.

2026-07-19 via Nuitee