Macdonald Aviemore Hotel at Macdonald Aviemore Resort

Hotels
Macdonald Hotels & Resorts
7.1 (2879 reviews)
Aviemore Highland Resort , Aviemore , gb

Free
Children allowed

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:
Good location
Friendly staff
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Outdated facilities
Value for money concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
5.31
Multiple mentions of cleanliness issues; room cleanliness was below expectations and cleanliness concerns were noted in several reviews.
Service
7.78
Some staff were noted as friendly while others were seen as abrupt; overall service was acceptable for the hotel tier.
Location
8.32
Consistent praise for the fantastic location, though other aspects of the hotel detracted from the overall experience.
Room Quality
6.27
Rooms described as dated with some cleanliness issues; needs refurbishment.
Amenities
7.3
Amenities like the pool and breakfast received praise, but some facilities were termed a bit run down.
Value for Money
6.26
The price paid did not reflect the quality of experience according to multiple reviews.
Food and Beverage
8.31
Breakfast options were positively mentioned, though there were some issues with food freshness.
Overall Experience
7.28
Mixed feelings overall with both praise and criticism regarding various aspects of the stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 13:07

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations and Family-Friendly Amenities
Discover the Macdonald Aviemore Hotel at Macdonald Aviemore Resort, nestled in the stunning Cairngorms National Park. Experience 4-star rooms with modern comforts, including free WiFi and family-friendly options like bunk beds or sofa beds.

Dining Variety and Seasonal Restaurants
Indulge in a culinary adventure at Spey Burger, offering American-style favorites. Explore a plethora of dining choices throughout the resort, from Aspects Restaurant to Giovanni’s Italian Ristorante. Savor seasonal delights at Spey Burger and Giovanni's.

Leisure Facilities and Family Activities
Enjoy complimentary access to the Aviemore Activity Centre with a leisure pool, soft play area, gym, and seasonal café. Children under 12 stay and eat for free, making it the perfect family getaway.

Book your stay at the Macdonald Aviemore Hotel for an unforgettable experience amidst breathtaking scenery and top-notch amenities.

Important information:

Family rooms can accommodate 2 adults and one child, or 2 adults and 2 children. The rooms are not suitable for more than 2 adults.

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.

Please be aware that some restaurants including Spey Burger at Macdonald Aviemore Resort will be seasonal, but at least one of our restaurants will be open during low season

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"

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

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

Location

Guest Reviews

7.1
Based on 2879 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.31
Service: 7.78
Location: 8.32
Room Quality: 6.27
Amenities: 7.3
Value for Money: 6.26
Food and Beverage: 8.31
Overall Experience: 7.28
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Mike family_with_children nl
7
Vergane glorie
Pros:

Locatie goed als uitvalsbasis. Zwembad was okay. Ontbijt redelijk uitgebreid.

Cons:

Dit is echt vergane glorie. Volgens mij zijn ze 15 jaar geleden gestopt met onderhoud en investeren. Winkels en restaurants stralen uit alsof ze er geen zin meer in hebben. Geen airco op de kamer, lift werkt halve tijd en gym waarmee ze adverteren is permanent gesloten..

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Catriona solo_traveller gb
5
Not worth the price.
Pros:

Breakfast was good.

Cons:

Pool changing room was a bit dirty. Toddler pool was cold. Carpet in room was dirty. Sofa bed was dirty and dusty and very squeaky to sleep on. Requested a travel cot that wasn't in the room on arrival and had to wait 1 hour for it.

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Keith solo_traveller mt
5
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Matheson solo_traveller gb
7
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Julie extended_group gb
7
fine, friendly staff
Pros:

Lovely staff

Cons:

We found it difficult to find anywhere to eat at 8.45pm so ended up with a carry out.
So book a dinner reservation ahead of arrival and arrive before 8.30!
We thought we had booked the hotel with the pool but we were actually in a different one.

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Wouter family_with_children be
4
Pros:

Het ontbijt

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Tracy family_with_children ie
10
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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José family_with_children es
9
2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Virginia solo_traveller es
10
2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Arvinder Kaur family_with_children gb
5
2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Karoly solo_traveller gb
9
It was nice to stay there and will stay longer next time
Pros:

Nice, comfortable room, nice recreation centre with swimming pool and other activities, restaurants nearby.

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Raul extended_group es
6
Efímera
Pros:

Situación

Cons:

Alojados en segunda planta y el ascensor no subía

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Suman family_with_children gb
4
Location good but didn’t like allowing dogs into the rooms.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Dogs allowed into the rooms and fur left everywhere.

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Rose family_with_children gb
8
Overall the stay was great. Friendly staff.
Pros:

Breakfast was perfect, couldn’t have asked for more. It was great having a swimming pool.

Cons:

Servicing rooms was done later in the day when we were back to relax so told the staff just to leave our rooms.
Also it would have been nice to have a separate quieter lounge/bar where you could escape the kids.

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Stuart family_with_children gb
5
Did what it need to do for me and my girls.
Pros:

Pool and location was nice

Cons:

Ready for an update , pull out bed was uncomfortable,lift didn’t work as it should and not munch vegetarian options.

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Julia family_with_children de
6
2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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charles couple gb
2
Shocking
Pros:

In the centre

Cons:

My wife is disabled and the lift wasn’t working we were on the third floor was told on the first night we arrived

2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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Elsa couple no
7
2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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Joud family_with_children ae
1
تجربه سيئة جدا
Pros:

لا شي

Cons:

عطوني غرفه الباب لا يغلق يفتح من الخارج حطيت الحقائب تبعي حتى ما حدا يدخل بل الليل علي وعندما أبغلت الاستقبال مافي اي احد تدخل كان الوضع مزري

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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donohoe family_with_children gb
1
Horrific
Pros:

Breakfast

Cons:

The staff were awful and 1 was actually on a job interview on his phone behind the bar as customers were waiting to be served. He gave me my 2nd pint in the glass I gave him even though there was some left over. Very very few Scottish workers and bed clothing were ripped badly. We had no remotes for the 2 televisions in the room so the could only give us 1 which turned 1 on and instantly turned other 1 off. A pint of perroni is just under £8 which is disgusting. Ice skating in resort is £15 per adult!!!! Worst break we've had by far!!!!

2026-08-10 via Nuitee