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Macdonald Strathspey Hotel

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 restaurants and coffee shop/cafe

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool
TV
Exterior
Iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Exterior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

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Situated off Grampian Road, Macdonald Aviemore Resort, Aviemore, Scotland, PH22 1PN
  • Place, Cairngorms National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Spey Valley Golf Course
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Strathspey Steam Railway
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Executive Double Room

Executive Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Aviemore

A family-friendly stay in Aviemore awaits you at Macdonald Strathspey Hotel. Within steps you'll find Spey Valley Golf Course and Strathspey Steam Railway within a 10-minute stroll. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, an outdoor swimming pool and an indoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include massages, facials and mani/pedis. The fine-dining restaurant, Aspects, is open for lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Other amenities include a gym, Wi-Fi in public areas and a conference centre. Full breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Aviemore hotel, you'll be 22.8 km (14.2 mi) from Cairngorms National Park.

What's nearby

  • Cairngorms National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Spey Valley Golf Course - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Strathspey Steam Railway - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Craigellachie National Nature Reserve - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre - 3 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Aviemore Station - 5 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High Range - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cairngorm Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Winking Owl - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Inverdruie Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Route 7 Café - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Macdonald Strathspey Hotel

Family-friendly hotel with 2 restaurants and coffee shop/cafe
Macdonald Strathspey Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a fitness centre. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have WiFi and wired Internet for a fee.

Business amenities include a business centre and 10 meeting rooms. The family-friendly Macdonald Strathspey Hotel also features gift shops/newsstands, coffee/tea in common area, and concierge services. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Aviemore hotel is smoke free.

  • 89 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge
  • Gift shop
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Macdonald Strathspey Hotel offers 89 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This Aviemore hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge); wired internet (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 18 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Aspects
  • Giovannis Pizza Pasta

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room cot
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 10 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Conference centre

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 18.00 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express.

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Macdonald Strathspey
Macdonald Strathspey Hotel Hotel
Macdonald Strathspey Hotel Aviemore
Macdonald Strathspey Hotel Hotel Aviemore

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Macdonald Strathspey Hotel?

Macdonald Strathspey Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Macdonald Strathspey Hotel?

Yep, Macdonald Strathspey Hotel has a free self car park.

Does Macdonald Strathspey Hotel have a pool?

Macdonald Strathspey Hotel has an outdoor pool and an indoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at Macdonald Strathspey Hotel?

Macdonald Strathspey Hotel features an outdoor pool, an indoor pool and 2 restaurants.

Is Macdonald Strathspey Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and a playground, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Macdonald Strathspey Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Macdonald Strathspey Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, full brekkie is available daily between 7 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Macdonald Strathspey Hotel?

No, Macdonald Strathspey Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Macdonald Strathspey Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Macdonald Strathspey Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Macdonald Strathspey Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Macdonald Strathspey Hotel?

There isn't one on site, but Spey Valley Golf Course is a short 3-minute walk away.

Macdonald Strathspey Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 65 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John, East Lothian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One night in Aviemore

Stopped in Aviemore for one night while heading north. Check in swift and clear, room clean. Breakfast was spot on, food perfectly acceptable and the waiting staff were all busy and helpful.

8/10 Good

Craig, Glasgow

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Stay at Macdonalds Aviemore

My son and I were due to stay in the Strathspey building but were moved to another building, the name of which escapes me, but was the building nearest the supermarket on the main road. There were only two negatives whilst in room 3206: it was near the main door for the corridor and each time the main door was opended, it created a vacuum and caused the room door to move. making a banging sound. Thus the room door would bang each time another guest used the main door, which disturbed sleep. The room was opposite the store for linen and other materials, so this was also a source of noise and disturbance. The TV in the room did not have a useful signal either. Had my son and I been staying longer, I would have requested a move to another room. Apart from that, the staff of the Hotel were very friendly and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable. The facilities including the swimming pool were very good, apart from the wave machine not working, which my son was dissapointed about. And the location of the hotel lends itself very well to accessing the services offered by Aviemore. So I would stay at Macdonalds Hotel Aviemore again, but I would make sure the room was not disturbed by noise.

10/10 Excellent

Margaret, Glasgow

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A good place to stop

Very nice hotel. Staff friendly. Enjoyed free upgrade to highland hotel thank you. Enjoyed use of amenities. Good location for exploring Cairngorms

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

david, Newcastle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Brilliant

Brilliant stay we were upgraded to the macdonalds highland hotel in the same resort it was great. Staff great would definitely return and soon I hope

8/10 Good

Frank, Edinburgh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Complex

Was upgraded to the Highlands 4 star, great hotel.

6/10 Okay

Michael, Budleigh

4 Star Hotel 4 Star Price Two Star facilities

Four star hotel Four star prices Two star facilities and service. Rooms nowhere near as plush as Thistle and other chains which are considerably cheaper. Pool sauna etc ok. Bar service and food outlets poor. Buffet closes 8pm and the one bar available a long walk in the cold and wet over the other side of the compound in another building. Plenty of good restaurants in village though and much better quality. Rooms dated and beds awfully uncomfortable, Travelodges at £29 have super comfy beds. TV - a few misty channels on old tv set. Enjoyed the stay, Breakfasts very good and staff friendly and helpful. Advise you get a good deal before going and don't pay top whack cos not good value, - but for the right price quite acceptable.

6/10 Okay

peter

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

pamela, edinburgh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great place to stay in aviemore

Fantastic value for money. This hotel was obviously dated when it came to decor but it was comfortable all the same. The kids loved the pool and the soft play.

6/10 Okay

Edmund, Durham

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Ok room but poor service checking in

No staff at reception desk on arrival but a notice with a number to call in the other building. No answer so spent 5/10 mins trying to find the other building to check in. Very poor service.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were ok.but the hotel needs a refurbishment.very tired looking on the inside.asian restaurant very bland food.

4/10 Poor

LLoyd, Scotland

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The hotel was not what we expected

Unfortunately I was very disappointed, as hotel very dated and in need of complete refurnishment. There was no bar facilities, its just an annex to the Highland hotel. The price most certainly did not reflect on the hotel, unfortunately we were so disappointed we asked to be moved as this was planned a special weekend. I will say that after we voiced our disappointment we were moved within an hour, to the highland Hotel (with more cost)

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel Not as Advertised

Extremely disappointed with the hotel as it did not come close to the way it was advertised. Hotel was very tired and run down. Arrived early evening to be told the restaurant and bar were not open and the only facilities was in one of the adjacent hotels on the complex. This was totally unacceptable and I would have expected what I consider basic facilities within a hotel especially at the rates they charged. I ended up walking up and down Aviemore with my son trying to find a restaurant that wasn't already fully booked. The room was tired, smelled of damp and located immediately adjacent to the lifts resulting in us being kept awake most of the night with late nighters falling out of the lifts and into their rooms. I do not normally give reviews but in this particular case I wanted you to know how appalled I was. Having spent two days in the hills I was hoping to spend a relaxing night in a hotel, eat a decent meal and get some rest. This hotel failed on all counts. Macdonald Hotels should be ashamed of themselves.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

great hotel for location and skiing

just back from 3 nights stay. Hotel in a great location for skiing and visiting Aviemore. A few things in hotel could do with updating decor etc. The room was clean and bed very comfortable. Great tasty breakfast with plenty to choose from and the staff were extremely attentive

4/10 Poor

Christopher, Cheltenham

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointing

We were upgraded to the 4 star hotel. The room was tiny and cramped.

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mislead by Hotel.com

the hotel was not as described or have the facilities, we felt that the cost for such a poor hotel was far too high, the entire building needs knocked down and the management given training on how to deal with CUSTOMERS

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

6/10 Okay

Sarah, Inverness, Thurso and Perth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dining room food not good!

We met up for a family reunion. Cant fault the rooms but we were all really disappointed with the dining room. A number of us ordered steaks and they were stone cold when we they arrived. Just did not complain as we were all really hungry. We also had booked dinner for ten only to be told they didn't have the reservation. My husband and i were at the Inschyra in Falkirk the week before and were so impressed with everything. Would not book dinner again at the Highland hotel.

6/10 Okay

Angus, Perth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

service and price

we were having a large family gathering found the hotel really good , only issue was the lack of variety on your menu , at dinner , if we hadn't booked we would not have stayed we were all really disappointed also with the service at dinner , and at £35 a head and £9 extra for a slither of steak , what a difference at breakfast it was fantastic great service and great food ,

6/10 Okay

Emma, Kilwinning

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Aviemore stay

In overall was alright but had 2 very disappointing situations. We went to Aviemore interested in snowing so at the first night of our stay around 9pm we went to the desk to gather some information regarding their ski shop and also about the ski conditions at the Cairngorm but the receptionist aswered us that he had no idea and he doesn't even like snow. Second issue was with the room service, we had requested a bucket of ice and after started use the ice we found one cotton swab inside the bucket. Have to say that in overall the hotel is good, the day receptionist was very friendly. Room clean but small.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Late arrival

The hotel was clean a good breakfast but carpets in the room was very thread bare

8/10 Good

James, Peterborough

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Winter break

Excellent stay... However the service at breakfast, particularly at peak times was poor. But would certainly stay again!

8/10 Good

stephen, Spalding

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant stay

Very pleasant stay,staff polite and well mannered .. Room comfy and clean..

10/10 Excellent

Liam, Leeds

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Upgrade

Got an upgrade to the four star hotel as they do all the works on the resort in the off season.