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Macdonald Aviemore Hotel
4 stars

Macdonald Aviemore Hotel

Macdonald Aviemore Resort, Aviemore, PH22 1PN, United Kingdom
Aviemore, United Kingdom
See location+44 344 879 9152
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$120
Cheapest

rate per night

7.1
Good
based on 1643 reviews
1,643 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard room
Double room
Classic room

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Overview

Less than 20 minutes' walk from Aviemore Railway Station, Macdonald Aviemore Hotel provides guests with an ideal base when in Aviemore. It also offers an indoor pool, a Jacuzzi and a sauna.

The hotel features a Turkish steam bath and a beauty centre, and guests also have access to a fitness center. Multilingual staff are on hand assist with reservations or dining recommendations, and an express check-in facility is offered. During the ski season, ski passes and ski lockers are available.

Equipped to ensure a comfortable stay, rooms at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel offer wireless internet access and ironing facilities. Honeymoon suites are also available.

Each morning, guests can enjoy breakfast at Scottish Steakhouse or Giovanni’s. Guests can savor Italian cuisine at the in-house restaurant, before enjoying a relaxing drink in the bar. For other lunch and dinner options, the hotel is surrounded by a wide variety of venues to eat at.

Surrounded by the natural beauty of Cairngorms National Park, Macdonald Aviemore Hotel offers a selection of outdoor activities, including windsurfing, fishing and horse riding. Loch an Eilein is a short car ride away.

7.1
Good rating
Based on 1,643 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Macdonald Aviemore Hotel

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Standard room
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Classic room
1 twin bed
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Double room
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1 twin bed
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel

  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Business center

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Hiking
  • Bicycle rental
  • Fishing
  • Game room
  • Golf
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Archery
  • Skiing
  • Evening entertainment
  • Beauty salon
  • Horse riding
  • Pool table
  • Windsurfing

Services and conveniences

  • Business center
  • Safety deposit box
  • Entertainment staff
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Ski equipment rental (on site)
  • Ski pass vendor
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • Chapel/shrine
  • 24hr front desk

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Child pool
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Indoor play area
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Playground

Pool and spa

  • Massage
  • Heated pool
  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Water slide

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned

Dining

  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Ski storage
  • Storage available

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Fitness

  • Fitness center
  • Tennis

Outdoor

  • Garden

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Reviews of Macdonald Aviemore Hotel

7.1
Good
1643 verified ratings
Wonderful
378
Very good
286
Good
339
Okay
209
Fair
185
Mediocre
100
Poor
146

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the great location and friendly staff at the hotel, with many enjoying the amenities like the pool and breakfast. However, there were significant concerns regarding the cleanliness of the rooms and the overall service quality, with reports of unhelpful staff and maintenance issues. Some guests also noted that certain facilities were closed or not well-maintained, which detracted from their experience.
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4.5
Mediocre
Jonathan, Aug 2019
Cons (-) Just found the overall experience lacking in quality. Staff was unhelpful and unfriendly at times. Water was out for a a whole morning. Pool was dirty and depressing. Food was mediocre...

Location

Macdonald Aviemore Resort, Aviemore, PH22 1PN

What's nearby

  • Craigellachie National Nature Reserve0.4 mi
  • Spey Valley Championship Golf Course0.9 mi
  • Cairngorm Brewery0.9 mi
  • Speyside Wildlife0.9 mi
  • Rothiemurchus1 mi
  • Loch an Eilein2.4 mi
  • Loch Morlich4.4 mi
  • Cairngorm Reindeer Centre5.4 mi
  • Cairngorms National Park7 mi
  • Cairngorm Mountain7 mi
  • Sgor Gaoith8.3 mi
  • Braeriach8.5 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Macdonald Aviemore Hotel

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September
November
$218
$168
Cheapest month to stay with an average 21% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 29% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in September and May.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel, plan to stay on a Saturday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Monday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $173, while the most expensive was $173.
  • How long should you stay at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.
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FAQs when booking at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel

  • Where is Macdonald Aviemore Hotel located?

    Macdonald Aviemore Hotel is located at Macdonald Aviemore Resort, 0.5 miles from the center of Aviemore. Craigellachie National Nature Reserve is the closest landmark to Macdonald Aviemore Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel.

  • Does Macdonald Aviemore Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Macdonald Aviemore Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Macdonald Aviemore Hotel offer free parking?

    Yes, Macdonald Aviemore Hotel offers free parking.

  • How far is Macdonald Aviemore Hotel from the airport?

    Macdonald Aviemore Hotel is 25.4 miles from Inverness. Macdonald Aviemore Hotel is 59.5 miles from Dundee.

  • Does Macdonald Aviemore Hotel have a pool?

    Yes, Macdonald Aviemore Hotel has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Macdonald Aviemore Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel in Aviemore and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Macdonald Aviemore Hotel.

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Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

6.8
0.5 mi
Inverness
25.7 mi