Macdonald Morlich Hotel at Macdonald Aviemore Resort

Hotels
Macdonald Hotels & Resorts
7.3 (1045 reviews)
Macdonald Aviemore Resort , Aviemore , gb

Free

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cozy rooms
Cons:
Room cleanliness issues
Breakfast quality concerns
Poor maintenance of amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
5.55
There were complaints about dirt in the bathroom and damp issues.
Service
8.55
General sentiment of friendliness from the staff, although there were service delays.
Location
9.05
Positive feedback on the rural location and proximity to amenities.
Room Quality
6.55
Rooms described as tired and needing refurbishment.
Amenities
5.55
Guest concerns regarding lack of adult-friendly pool facilities and poor maintenance.
Value for Money
7.55
Mixed feelings due to the condition and the quality of the food.
Food and Beverage
6.55
Multiple complaints about breakfast quality.
Overall Experience
9.05
Despite issues, guests felt positively about their overall stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 10:41

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation and Stunning Views
The Macdonald Morlich Hotel at Macdonald Aviemore Resort offers 4-star rooms with modern design and picturesque views of the National Park or Craigellachie Nature Reserve. Enjoy amenities such as a flat-screen TV, free WiFi, and private bathrooms, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Dining Variety and Culinary Excellence
Indulge in authentic Italian cuisine at Giovanni’s Italian Ristorante or explore other dining options within the resort, including Spey Burger and Aspects Restaurant. With a wide range of culinary choices, guests can savor delicious meals just steps away from their accommodation.

Leisure Facilities and Family-Friendly Activities
Guests have complimentary access to the resort’s leisure facilities at the Aviemore Activity Centre, featuring a leisure pool, gym, soft play area, children’s rooms, and a café. Perfect for families and leisure travelers looking for entertainment and relaxation.

Experience luxury, dining, and leisure at Macdonald Morlich Hotel - book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway.

Important information:

When booking 7 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

Please note, bed configuration requests are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed.

Please be aware that some restaurants including Highland Fish Bar at Macdonald Aviemore Resort will be seasonal, but at least one of the restaurants will be open during low season.

The credit/debit card used to book the Advance Purchase 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.

For guests staying on a Dinner, Bed and Breakfast package you can enjoy a £25 spend towards food in one of our restaurants.

Children aged 12 and under can stay and take breakfast for free when sharing a suitable room with two adults. Child dinner will be charged separately dependent on menu chosen.

Please be aware that Thunder in the Glens event will be taking place on resort from the 22nd - 24th August 2025 inclusive. This event will cause elevated noise levels due to being a motorcycle event, and there will also be live music being played around the resort until late evening.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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.3
Based on 1045 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.55
Service: 8.55
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 6.55
Amenities: 5.55
Value for Money: 7.55
Food and Beverage: 6.55
Overall Experience: 9.05
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Lorna solo_traveller gb
8
Lovely overnight stay
Pros:

Convenient location

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Alan couple gb
9
Fantastic Place to lodge. Lovely. Only a few hitches.
Pros:

The location for breakfast was out of the building. It could be perfect in the same building but ok though. Hot or cooked meals were warm enough. Options were available which was good. Staff were very nice and polite. Service was perfect. The resort in general is in a a very nice place, stunning environment and proximity to town center was great. Lovely place to lodge.

Cons:

Bedsheet felt like paper and too warm. Couldn't access the jacuzzi tub on 3 occasions which was a very disappointment because we chose this hotel because of the jacuzzi so not able to use it was a great disappointment. We also tried to access the cinema but were told sound was not working. Another disappointment. Hope these would be sorted because we would love to come back.

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Graeme solo_traveller gb
8
2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Blair solo_traveller gb
9
As a Scottish Hotel, would have liked a Scottish Breakfast ( no black pudding, Haggis etc).
Pros:

Location and friendly staff. Comfy bed.

Cons:

The banging noise when people used the stairs. Very loud. Lacj of Fridge in room.

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Jennifer solo_traveller ie
5
Hotel location great, very clean and nice staff but hotelbasic and needs updating badly
Pros:

Great location . Grounds well
Maintained and hotel clean . Moo

Cons:

Bedroom very small and bedding had a musty smell presume. No nice outdoor drinking/ eating area. No water in bedroom and room badly outdated

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
B
Bryan couple gb
7
Looking dated
Pros:

Lovely location

Cons:

Rooms dated

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Ian couple gb
5
Strange
Pros:

We didn't stay at the Morlich because the dining room was reserved for coach parties. We were told we would have to walk to the nearby Highlands Hotel for breakfast.
We got them to transfer us ti the Highlands Hotel which was ok

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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David couple gb
5
Would't stay again
Pros:

Check in

Cons:

The room itself was ok but was possibly in the worst position in the hotel, right beside the lift and doors to the stairs which meant a lot of noise during the late and early hours - not great for trying to sleep.

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Melinda solo_traveller au
8
2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Ken couple gb
9
Perfect location for both the town and the surrounding countryside.
Pros:

Big comfy bed, clean room and bathroom, no noise during night and a good breakfast.

Cons:

The music - every track sounds the same. Designed to be inoffensive but dull and boring (and I like a bit of jazz!).

2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Charlene couple gb
8
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
C
Carol couple gb
8
2026-06-17 via Nuitee
C
Celine solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Bryan couple gb
8
2026-06-14 via Nuitee
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Carole solo_traveller au
10
2026-06-09 via Nuitee
K
Ken solo_traveller gb
1
Expensive budget hotel
Cons:

Very expensive budget hotel. Felt like second class guests to others as the bar and restaurant in our hotel were not being manned, they said due to low guest numbers, so were a few mins walk to the sister( and thats without mobility issues) in the pouring rain.
Pool facilities have impressive medical equipment like spinal boards etc. I thought that was overkill untill I realised how slippy pool area is.
Never again, regret not going to Columbridge.

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
M
Mcnab solo_traveller gb
8
2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Liz solo_traveller gb
7
2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Barber solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Nice bedroom
Location
Parking

Cons:

The coffee.

2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Frank couple nl
8
2026-05-31 via Nuitee