Kinlochard, The Trossachs, Aberfoyle, Stirling, Scotland, FK8 3TL
What's nearby
Rob Roy's Grave - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
Loch Ard Forest - 23 min drive - 11.5 km
Ben Lomond - 30 min drive - 10.3 km
Queen Elizabeth Forest Park - 31 min drive - 17.8 km
Loch Lomond - 40 min drive - 50.8 km
Getting around
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 74 min drive
Balloch Station - 28 min drive
Alexandria Station - 31 min drive
Milngavie Station - 32 min drive
Restaurants
Liz Macgregors Coffee Shop - 6 min drive
The Station - 6 min drive
The Faerie Tree - 6 min drive
Brig o' Turk Tearoom - 15 min drive
The Pier Cafe - 9 min drive
About this property
Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa
Enjoy your visit to Stirling with a stay at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa. You can visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body wraps or aromatherapy, and The Garden Restaurant, one of 2 restaurants, serves Regional cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Other highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include 2 bars/lounges, an indoor pool and a health club. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Hungarian, Polish
At a glance
Hotel size
55 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–9:30 AM
2 restaurants
2 bars/lounges
Coffee/tea in a common area
24-hour room service
Travelling with children
Mini golf
Playground
What to do
Racquetball/squash
Mini golf
Pool table
Bike rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Pool loungers
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Built in 1904
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Fireplace in reception
Health club
An indoor pool
Arcade/games room
Full-service spa
2 outdoor tennis courts
Sauna
Steam room
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Room amenities
Be entertained
30-inch TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Dryer
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Spa
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body wraps and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna.
The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.
Dining
The Garden Restaurant – This fine-dining restaurant specialises in Regional cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.
Rafters Bar and Bistro – This bistro specialises in Regional cuisine and serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 18.00 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 15.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night (maximum GBP 25.00 per stay)
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
Construction is underway at a neighbouring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property charges consumption-based electricity fees.
Also known as
Forest Hills Macdonald Hotel
Macdonald Forest
Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel
Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel Stirling
Macdonald Forest Hills Stirling
Macdonald Forest Hotel
Macdonald Hotel Forest Hills
Macdonald Forest Hills & Spa
Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel Spa
Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa Hotel
Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa Stirling
Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa Hotel Stirling
Frequently asked questions
Does Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa and nearby?
Practise your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation on-site includes racquetball/squash. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the indoor pool. Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa also has 2 bars, a sauna and a steam room, as well as an arcade, a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa?
Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring Regional cuisine.
What's the area around Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa like?
Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa is located a short 8-minute walk from Go Country, Forest Hills Water Sport Centre.
Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
18 November 2024
Verified traveller
1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
17 November 2024
Nice room, great view, but very expensive
The room was lovely, with a seating area and balcony with a view over the loch which was absolutely stunning. Unfortunately the TV had no reception and the casting didn’t work which was disappointing. The breakfast was okay, but overpriced. The hotel also lost mains water due to a burst pipe in the area. This was outside of their control but meant they had to close the pool and spa which was one of the main attractions of the hotel. It was a very expensive stay just for a good view though.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 November 2024
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 November 2024
Fantastic!
Loved my stay here. My room was beautiful and spacious with a fantastic view over the gardens to the loch. Very large cosy bed, little seating area and dressing table. The bathroom was bigger than mine at home! Tea and coffee supplies were well stocked as were the complimentary toiletries. Only one drawback - shampoo but no conditioner. All staff so friendly and attentive. Breakfast was divine accompanied by the views. Can’t rate this hotel highly enough. Thank you for making my stay so enjoyable, can’t wait to return in the spring.
Aimee
Aimee, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 October 2024
Weekend retreat bliss
Amazing location, the hotel grounds were beautiful, very friendly staff, food was fabulous, bedroom was bigger than I expected, cannot fault this hotel. Would defintely go back for another visit.
Donna
Donna, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
16 October 2024
Donna
Donna, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 October 2024
Beautiful hotel with best views
One night stay for my partners birthday. Check in speedy and room was very clean and comfortable. One of the complimentary bottles of water was empty but a call to reception resolved this promptly.
Bed was super comfy, views from room over the Loch were stunning.
Breakfast was delicious in morning. Probably one of best hotel breakfasts ever had.
Staff brilliant, location the best.
Limited mobile signal on most networks and WiFi patchy but when here for a getaway, you won’t need either.
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 October 2024
Asked for an upgrade but straight refusal
Would have been nice as the hotel was quiet !!!
Malcolm
Malcolm, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
6 October 2024
Lindsay
Lindsay, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
1 October 2024
Glenn
Glenn, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 September 2024
Elaine
Elaine, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 September 2024
Great staff and stay.
The only area for improvement is the front desk and restaurant manager relationship should be more cohesive for in-room dining (which we prefer to restaurant dining). Guests should not have to ask the front desk about in room menus and dining options, and then be told to ask the restaurant manager the same questions.
Roschelle
Roschelle, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 September 2024
The view of the lake from our room window was lovely! Our visit was too short though and I did not get to use the pool or spa facilities. Will aim to stay at least 2 nights if we do go back.
Ruth Sasha
Ruth Sasha, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 September 2024
Lovely property with very good leisure facilities perfect room size and Lovely staff
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
16 September 2024
Great location with wonderful views .
Abdul
Abdul, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 September 2024
Navsharan
Navsharan, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 September 2024
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 September 2024
Mohmmed
Mohmmed, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 September 2024
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
9 September 2024
Strange rules for booking meal slots for guests.
The Hotel seems to have a meal capacity that does not align with number of hotel guests. For example, you can be stranded at hotel (if you have a drink and cannot therefore drive that evening) without an option to eat any food on that particular evening.
George
George, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 September 2024
Relaxing and beautiful
My wife and I had a great stay at the McDonald resort. Our room had spectacular views across the front lawn and loch. The room was beautiful but our only comment would be that for such a large room the TV should be bigger. We just relaxed in the room rather than going for dinner. We ordered room service and the food was great! Bedding and bed was great and we had a great sleep. Would definitely recommend to any couple wanting a relaxing break.
Ryan
Ryan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 September 2024
It was amazing.
Amber M
Amber M, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 September 2024
Amazing staff and beautiful setting
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 September 2024
We couldn't believe how fantastic this place was,,the grounds were stunning and was the scenery,,we had the deluxe room with a view and seating balcony,the place was spotless and the staff were very polite and approachable,,will definitely be back.