Macdonald Aviemore Hotel at Macdonald Aviemore Resort

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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Outdated facilities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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Nazia • family_with_children • gb
6
Overall facilities were good, lots to do for children.
Pros:

Rooms were clean

Cons:

Rooms were dated, lift wasnt working

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Zoe • family_with_children • gb
4
Would not return to hotel
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

Poor cleanliness, holes in bathroom and leaking shower. Beds were incredibly uncomfortable to

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Colin • couple • gb
7
Could have been better
Pros:

Breakfast waz cokld

Cons:

I felt staff at breakfast very unhelpful girl on reception was fantatic

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Kris • solo_traveller • be
8
Pros:

De ruime kamer. En vlakbij het centrum.

Cons:

Er waren 4 bedden gemaakt, hoewel we met 2 waren en de hond. Na de bedden op te klappen bleek eronder niet schoongemaakt. Het lag er vol haarspeldjes...

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • couple • gb
8
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Natalie • family_with_children • gb
4
Very disappointing as it’s not how you sell yourself on booking.com I honestly feel we were misold the stay
Pros:

Location

Cons:

We checked out today from the hotel and so would have discussed more in person but I have lost my voice and it’s hard to talk.

The stay was very disappointing due to the noise from 5am both mornings coming from outside - sounding like there were things being thrown in bins and metal banging. It went on till around 7am both mornings. As I checked out another guest was complaining so it’s obviously an issue.

The room was dirty, stains on the lampshades and walls and large dents in the mattress!. The bathroom was also falling apart with paint flaking everywhere.

The stairwell was freezing and always dirty.

Breakfast was probably the worst I’ve ever had. No proper coffee available only instant.
Undercooked bacon, sausages and eggs with cheap vinegary sauces. Likewise the condiments sweet were poor quality.

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2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Wallace • family_with_children • gb
7
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Joyce • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Stuart • couple • gb
1
Cons:

Tried several times via telephone, email and via the contact us on the website to get in touch with the hotel ahead of our arrival, no answer at all on any of the forms of communication. Do not stay here if you want to speak to staff before arrival!

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Jaroslava • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Room was clean, spacious, bathroom nice,clean, shower was good.

Cons:

Swimming pool next building, walking distance 500m. Jacuzzi out of order.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Mary • couple • gb
5
Okay
Pros:

Bedroom clean and comfortable

Cons:

The reception area and dining area in need of a good upgrade; paint , furnishings et

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Plenty for kids to do, everything was nice and clean.

Cons:

Wasn't a great selection of food for kids on the evening menus at both restaurants.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • solo_traveller • gb
8
Good overall
Cons:

The AI bot was no help, asked for a wake up call and nothing came

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Chris • couple • gb
9
Beautiful hotel friendly staff good value
Pros:

N/a

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Phil • solo_traveller • gb
6
2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Scott • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Nayan • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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George and Katy • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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David • family_with_children • ch
7
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Emma • family_with_children • gb
4
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee