Macdonald Aviemore Hotel

Family-friendly hotel in Aviemore with 2 indoor pools and restaurant

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Dates

November 2025

18

December 2025

Macdonald Aviemore Hotel is a haven for active travelers and families, offering shopping on site, a serene garden, and an exciting playground. Unwind in the sauna or steam room after an archery session or cycling adventure.

Good

Popular amenities

Connecting rooms available
24/7 front desk
Bar
Spa
Gym
Pool

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Restaurants and bar/lounge
2 indoor pools
Breakfast available
Ski storage
Ski passes
Health club
Sauna
Steam room
Children's pool
Waterslide
Massage/treatment rooms

For families (6)

Supervised childcare (surcharge)
Children's pool
Children's club (surcharge)
Playground on-site
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Nov 18 - Nov 19

Tomorrow

Nov 19 - Nov 20

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 8 of 8 rooms

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Good

Highlights

Heating

Connecting rooms available

TV

Separate bedroom

Blackout curtains

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Heating

Connecting rooms available

TV

Blackout curtains

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Coffee/tea maker

Sleeps 5
1 Twin Bed and 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Very good

Highlights

Heating

Connecting rooms available

TV

Blackout curtains

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Coffee/tea maker

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Heating

Connecting rooms available

TV

Blackout curtains

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Coffee/tea maker

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Wonderful

Highlights

Heating

Connecting rooms available

TV

Blackout curtains

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Coffee/tea maker

Sleeps 3
1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Very good

Highlights

Heating

Connecting rooms available

TV

Blackout curtains

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Coffee/tea maker

Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Very good

Highlights

Heating

Connecting rooms available

TV

Blackout curtains

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Coffee/tea maker

Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Connecting rooms available

TV

Blackout curtains

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Coffee/tea maker

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

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Pool
Pet-friendly
Free parking
Free WiFi

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

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About the area

Macdonald Aviemore Resort, Aviemore, Scotland, PH22 1PN

What's nearby

Strathspey Steam Railway - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Spey Valley Golf Course - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Craigellachie National Nature Reserve - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
Speyside Wildlife - 3 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

Inverness (INV) - 51 min drive
Aviemore Station - 1 min walk
Kingussie Station - 15 min drive
Carrbridge Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

‪Cairngorm Hotel - ‬1 min walk
‪Costa Coffee - ‬6 min walk
‪The Winking Owl - ‬6 min walk
‪High Range - ‬9 min walk
‪Old Bridge Inn - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Macdonald Aviemore Hotel

Located near a train station, Macdonald Aviemore Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Aviemore. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, or indulge in massages, aromatherapy or Ayurvedic treatments. Other highlights include 2 indoor pools, a bar/lounge and a health club.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 108 rooms
- Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
- Contactless check-in and check-out are available
- Express check-in/out available
- Minimum check-in age – 18
- Check-out time is 11 AM
- Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- Dinner is not included in half board rates for children age 12 and under who share existing bedding with a parent, and can be requested on-site for a fee.

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

Children

- Supervised childcare*
- Children's club*

Pets

- Pets not allowed

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 7 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge

Travelling with children

Children's club (surcharge)
Children's pool
Water slide
Playground
Supervised childcare (surcharge)

What to do

Ski passes
Archery
Shopping
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Skiing lessons nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Snowboarding nearby

Working away

Business centre
10 meeting rooms
Conference centre

Services

24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Bike hire
Pool loungers
Ski storage

Facilities

Built in 2000
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Health club
2 indoor pools
Arcade/games room
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
Water slide
Banquet hall

Accessibility

Braille/raised signage
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Raised toilet seat
Low-height worktop and sink
Grab bar near toilet
Bathroom emergency pull cord

Room amenities

Be entertained

28-inch TV
Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Blackout curtains
Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi
Phone

More

Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

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

Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
Children's club access is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or health club without 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

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Macdonald Aviemore Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Macdonald Aviemore Hotel 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 Aviemore Hotel?

Yes, there are 2 indoor pools and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Macdonald Aviemore Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as archery. Go for a swim in one of the 2 indoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a water slide and a sauna. Macdonald Aviemore Hotel also has a steam room and an arcade, as well as a picnic area and a garden.