MacDonald Hotel & Cabins

Hotels
6.5 (246 reviews)
Fort William Road , Kinlochleven , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Packed lunches
Shared lounge/TV area
Board games/puzzles
Kid meals
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great views
Friendly staff
Cons:
Uncomfortable rooms
Poor food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
5.75
Some reviews mention cleanliness issues like broken glass and stained walls.
Service
7.75
While most staff were friendly, some were noted to be rude or uninterested.
Location
8.25
The location is praised with great views and scenery.
Room Quality
5.25
Issues with uncomfortable beds and damaged bathroom amenities noted.
Amenities
6.75
Basic amenities are provided, but several reviews point to a need for improvement.
Value for Money
5.25
Many reviews suggest that the hotel was overpriced for the quality received.
Food and Beverage
6.25
Food quality was hit or miss, with some items being acceptable while others were poor.
Overall Experience
6.75
Mixed experiences with significant complaints about comfort and value.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 12:13

Property Description

Stunning Views and Convenient Amenities
Located at the head of Loch Leven, MacDonald Hotel & Cabins offers breathtaking views of Scotland's natural beauty. With free on-site parking and WiFi, guests can easily explore the surrounding area.

Comfortable Rooms and Modern Facilities
Choose from a variety of en suite rooms equipped with a flat-screen TV, tea/coffee facilities, and more. Need extra bedding or a travel cot? Just ask! The hotel ensures a cozy stay for all guests.

Delicious Dining and Relaxing Atmosphere
Indulge in a mix of traditional Highland dishes and pub favorites at the on-site restaurant. Enjoy a drink at Bothy Bar with stunning Loch views. After a day of exploring, unwind in this inviting setting.

Experience the beauty of Scotland at MacDonald Hotel & Cabins. Book your stay now for a memorable getaway!

Important information:

The property takes high priority in the cleanliness of the accommodations, but cannot guarantee that the apartment is one 100 per cent free of pet dander and air fresheners/cleaning product scents. Guests with severe allergies, asthma, or a sensitivity, are advised to inform the property prior to making a reservation

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Location

Guest Reviews

6.5
Based on 246 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.75
Service: 7.75
Location: 8.25
Room Quality: 5.25
Amenities: 6.75
Value for Money: 5.25
Food and Beverage: 6.25
Overall Experience: 6.75
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Rábavolgyi • family_with_children • hu
5
2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

It's location is close to the West Highland Way

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Martin • solo_traveller • nl
4
Shabby hotel
Pros:

Locatie is mooi. Bar redelijk.

Cons:

Echt shabby hotel. Kamer was uiteindelijk redelijk, maar hotel is hard aan groot onderhoud toe. Belachelijke prijzen omdat ze het kunnen vragen, maar ons zien ze daar niet meer.

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Jasper • couple • nl
5
Vermijden als het lukt.
Pros:

Door een foutieve boeking hier onbedoeld terecht gekomen. Geen aanrader.

Cons:

Echt veel en veel te duur voor wat je krijgt! Badkamer met bladderende verf en loszittende delen. Ok, er was warm water maar daar was alles mee gezegd.

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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jerry • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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Alec • extended_group • gb
1
Had fun, But no thanks to the hotel. Several of my group had no hot water. Only early evening. At £200 per room!
Pros:

Dryer than camping in the rain.

Cons:

Possibly the worst hotel I’ve ever stayed in. But at least had good company and dried out. The 2 young staff made some effort but are clearly unsupported by non existent management. You sense they took over the place, renovated to the bare minimum, and seek to make as much profit as they can before moving on.

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Tobias • solo_traveller • gb
1
Pros:

I recommend to avoid this place.

Cons:

Visible and stinking mold in the bath room. No hot water in the building. We were directed to use a container in thr backyard for shower. Staff already knew about these issues but nothing they could do. Not cooperative on refunds. Not going there ever again.

2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Helen • couple • gb
6
Adequate. Pleasant staff but overpriced compared with better hotels elsewhere on West Highland Way
Pros:

Decent size room.

Cons:

No hot water in the bath/shower - previous guests had also mentioned this. Breakfast wasn't up to much considering the price of the hotel.

2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Christina • couple • de
1
Steht in keinem Verhältnis zum Preis
Pros:

Das man es am nächsten Morgen nicht weit zum West Highland way hatte.

Cons:

Es gab kein heißes Wasser zum Duschen, als wir das dann abends angesprochen haben wurde uns gesagt, dass wir es später nochmal versuchen sollen, weil wenn zu viele gleichzeitig duschen man kein heißes Wasser hat. Eine Gardine war zur Hälfte aus der Schiene gerutscht und es stand ein dreckiger Ventilator im Zimmer. Dann konnte man nicht schlafen, weil es ein fiepsendes Geräusch gab, dessen Herkunft man aber auch nicht identifizieren konnte. Der Service im Restaurant war eine Katastrophe, wir haben ewig auf unser Essen gewartet und dann hätten wir fast noch 70 Pfund für zwei Gin Tonic bezahlt.

2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • gb
8
2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Cornelissen • extended_group • nl
1
Het hield ons droog en dat is alles
Pros:

Locatie prachtig

Cons:

Geen warm water. Kamer vervallen. Badkamer vies. Bad stuk. Wastafel liep niet door. Gordijnen hingen scheef en los

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • solo_traveller • gb
10
Seen large horned deer
Pros:

Comfortable, secure, homely.

Cons:

Would like to have the option of a walk in shower. Not a tub and over head shower.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Donald • couple • gb
4
not as relaxing as intended
Pros:

Breakfast -- fried egg cool and hard yoke. sausage was cold, no wi-fi

Cons:

breakfast, only had one . bed very uncomfortable

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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Scott • couple • au
10
Pros:

Massive storm was hitting area so we couldn’t get to intended destination in isle of skye. They were our saviours letting us stay even though the was no power. Eternally grateful.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Mike • family_with_children • gb
6
Location was good and we were grateful for the last minute availability.
Pros:

Spacious room and en-suite.

Cons:

Cooked breakfast was a bit sparse- given we were on an active holiday.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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John • family_with_children • gb
2
A tired and rundown establishment.
Pros:

Pleasant view from the bar terrace was the only redeeming feature

Cons:

Shabby and looking sadly neglected. Desperately in need of a refresh. Dreadful WiFi. Grubby bedroom carpets. Noisy plumbing - no washbasin plug. Mediocre food and very limited breakfast options.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Laila • extended_group • lv
7
Pros:

Breakfast could be better.

Cons:

Dinner was poor quality.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • gb
1
Terrible go somewhere else until it’s sorted
Pros:

The fish and chips were pretty nice

Cons:

The staff were mostly rude, the room smelled, the tea making facilities in the room were not replenished for the next day, the hallway was like something from a horror attraction, the room was not very clean . I stayed one night in a cabin, it was awful ( cabin number 10) no remote for tv, plug socket broken and potentially dangerous. The cabin was pretty much a shed with a bunk in it. For the price they charge you expect better.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Erick • couple • gb
8
2026-01-04 • via Nuitee
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Roxana • extended_group • gb
2
2026-01-04 • via Nuitee