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Macdonald Woodland Lodges at Macdonald Aviemore Resort

Macdonald Woodland Lodges at Macdonald Aviemore Resort

Macdonald Aviemore Resort, Aviemore, PH22 1PN, United Kingdom

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Skiing

Restaurant

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Fitness center

Waterslide

Macdonald Woodland Lodges at Macdonald Aviemore Resort

Welcome to Macdonald Woodland Lodges at Macdonald Aviemore Resort, a delightful 4-star lodging tucked away in the heart of Aviemore, United Kingdom. Just a short 0.5mi distance to the city center, this resort offers a perfect blend of convenience and tranquility. With 401 reviews from satisfied guests, it's the ideal spot for your next getaway.

Featuring a range of amenities to cater to every guest's needs, Macdonald Woodland Lodges promises a memorable stay. From skiing and a golf course for outdoor enthusiasts to an indoor swimming pool, sauna, and fitness center for relaxation, there's something for everyone. Families will appreciate the kids' pool, playground, and kid-friendly buffet, while pet lovers can bring along their furry friends for an extra charge. The resort also offers free WiFi, private parking, and a 24-hour front desk for added convenience.

Immerse yourself in the serene surroundings of Macdonald Woodland Lodges where you can enjoy a relaxing stay with top-notch facilities. Whether you're looking to hit the slopes, lounge by the pool, or explore the nearby attractions, this resort has it all. Book your stay now and experience the charm of Aviemore at this fantastic woodland retreat.

Guests at Macdonald Woodland Lodges can treat themselves to delicious meals at the on-site Aspects Restaurant. This family-friendly restaurant offers traditional British cuisine in a cozy setting, perfect for enjoying a meal with loved ones. With a variety of dishes to choose from, guests can indulge in a culinary experience during their stay at the resort.

For guests looking to unwind and relax, the resort features an indoor pool with heated waters, ideal for a peaceful swim. The pool is available all year round and has a shallow end, making it suitable for guests of all swimming abilities. Please note that the pool is reserved for adults only, providing a tranquil environment for a leisurely dip.

When it comes to payment options, Macdonald Woodland Lodges accepts major credit cards such as Mastercard, Visa, and American Express. Cash transactions are not accommodated, ensuring a seamless and convenient payment process for guests during their stay. With these hassle-free payment methods, guests can focus on enjoying their time at the resort without any concerns about currency exchange or cash transactions.

Closest airports

Inverness Dalcross Airport

25.8mi

Dundee Riverside Airport

59.4mi

Aberdeen International Airport

61.3mi

Most popular amenities

Skiing

Restaurant

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Fitness center

Waterslide

Steam room

Sauna

Kid-friendly buffet

Bar

Ski rental on site

Sun deck

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach chairs/Loungers

Playground

Bathtub

Picnic area

Garden

Rooms

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Woodland 3 Beds Lodge

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2 Bedroom Chalet

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Deluxe Apartment

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Guest reviews

7.6

401 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Martyn

8.2

August 2024

Good inclusive breakfast. Restaurants in resort were all good. Swimming pool has wave machine which was a bonus. Very spacious accommodation in Woodland Lodge. Lovely walk in nature reserve 5 minutes from lodge.

Buildings in resort look a bit dated and could do with a lick of fresh paint. The second toilet in the lodge would not flush and the heated towel rails did not work. There was also some minor damage to walls in the lodge that had been left unfixed.

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Aallyson

10

June 2024

The location and facilities are excellent for families. We enjoyed walking around the area, going to the park and using the swimming pool and soft play with the kids. Electric car charging available and local amenities. We were impressed with the size of the lodges. Comfort and location and the Elmis products available.

Would be beneficial for information to check in to be sent via email prior to arrival as it was confusing to find out which building to check in at for lodge stays.

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Theresa

8.2

September 2024

The location is great and the lodges are warm and comfortable. The breakfast is always very good . The staff are super friendly. Love that we can bring our dogs

The lodges are needing a bit of updating and maintenance. Price we pay to stay in them is far too high for the condition they are in

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Helen

9.1

June 2023

I was a little dubious after reading some of the earlier reviews. But we had a lovely stay and we would go back. The staff are absolutely fantastic. We stayed in the lodges and we stayed with our dog. We ate at Giovanni's and booked breakfast. The guys made a table for us in the lounge area and nothing was too much trouble. The boys went to the swimming pool and gym which they loved. Especially loved chatting to the lady in the pool reception. I feel awful I didn't get her name but I loved hearing stories about Walter and Peggy. Thank you . We booked the quad biking which is advertised at the hotel and was again, fantastic. These weren't on the site and you had to to drive to get there but it was worth the drive. The lodge was great. The beds were lovely. The views are fantastic. Staff were brilliant.

I understand what people are saying about the lodges needed a bit of TLC. I think maybe COVID has caught up and there isn't the investment in the lodges you would think there should be considering the price. It's a shame because I think the company are missing a trick. There is room for huge potential. However, everything that could be looked after on a day to day basis such as the cleanliness of the rooms and the beds were excellent. The pillows were great and the bathroom extras were lovely. Some of the settees were a bit scratched at the back and a picture frame was a little scratched but these are minor due to wear an tear and didn't in anyway spoil our holiday in any way. We loved our stay and we would come back.

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Niamh

9.1

August 2024

Fab location, cosy and homely but spacious lodge. Very peaceful and undisturbed stay, nestled in the forest with Santa's cottage hiding nearby 🥰

Some issues in the lodge - unable to turn on one of the ensuite showers, and unable to open the dishwasher properly so was unusable, but we just worked around them and I let staff know when checking out so can be fixed for next guests.

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Mohammad

8.2

July 2024

Friendly staff and comfortable beds

Minigolf was not available. Stayed in "Apartment- 4020" , it was not a good look where it was located, and the entrance looked like servants quarter . Therefore, definitely, not worth for the money Both morning breakfast ess exactly the same buffet menu, no variety or choices. If I stayed another night , I wouldn't have eaten the same breakfast.

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Mysticmoore

8.2

July 2023

Visited Aviemore along with 6 friends and we stayed in two of the lodges. These being fairly spacious meant we all had a bedroom and private bathroom and were impressed with the size of the accommodation. All being clean tidy and well equiped meant they exceeded our expectations

Our visit was mid 2023, long after BREXIT, however the town itself seemed to be suffering from a lack of staffing in many bars, restaurants and other facilites which either closed early or offered very limited timings for their food service.

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Ankita

9.1

January 2023

We were apprehensive looking at some of the reviews, but the stay was absolutely amazing! The lodge has great views and has access to trails in the Craigellachie nature reserve. The lodge was well heated with three rooms and three bathrooms, very spacious and well equipped. Beds were large and comfortable. There are amenities provided in the bathroom. There is a kitchen as well with utensils, hob, microwave, fridge and dishwasher. It was quite useful to stay in and have food and drinks inside. The wifi was also excellent. We also enjoyed the swimming pool which has a wave and a water slide. The breakfast was also nice with lots of options.

The check-in and check-out along with breakfast is a 5-10 min walk from the lodge. It's not a lot, but can be a bit confusing if you are checking in the first time with luggage and are on foot/travelling by train or bus. The design of signages is for cars given it's a resort. The swimming pool needs some maintenance and upgrade. We did have some unpleasant experience where one of the lockers in the pool area had soiled diapers left by someone. We did report it to the desk. The staff seemed to care only about assigning someone else the cleaning task and took no responsibility to us as customers. Overall the staff was warm, but some instances like this made us feel as if they didn't want to work there.

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William

9.1

March 2023

The location was excellent, pool, & soft play was very good. The staff at reception went over and above to accommodate our needs on arrival.

The lodges are a bit dated could do with a makeover however they were comfortable, clean and well heated with a good stock of firewood. Breakfast service on the Sunday was a bit chaotic having to wait in long queues for the server to replenish hot food while also trying to make eggs another member of staff replenishing hot food would have been helpful. Staff in breakfast room were all helpful and friendly.

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Karina

8.2

October 2022

Very good location, comfort, design off the lodge. Family friendly.

The lodge I stayed for 3 nights was good but it needs some refurbishment and a new carpet. The reception service at my arrival was very unorganised as I was looking for staff for 20 min before I could check in. The check out was a similar process, the hotel I’ve checked in to stay in the lodge was completely closed the day I was leaving, there were no signs to go to the sister hotel to check out, so it was very unorganised. Breakfast service was very slow too, had to queue 15 min to get a table, and the following morning I had to wait 30 min to get my coffee.

Points of Interest Around Macdonald Woodland Lodges at Macdonald Aviemore Resort

Attractions

Cairngorms National Park

7.2mi

Glenlivet Distillery

21.3mi

Clava Cairns

21.6mi

Culloden Battlefield

22.3mi

Dalwhinnie Distillery

23mi

Cawdor Castle and Gardens

23.5mi

Loch Ness

24.3mi

Great Glen Way

24.5mi

Urquhart Castle (Caisteal na Sròine)

24.7mi

Inverness Castle

24.7mi

River Ness (Abhainn Nis)

24.8mi

Old High Church (Old High St. Stephen’s)

25mi

Loch Ness Centre and Exhibition

26.2mi

Cardhu Distillery

26.6mi

Fort George

28.7mi

Restaurants

Aspects Restaurant

Cuisines

  • British

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Traditional

Pools

Location

  • Indoor

Features

  • Heated
  • Shallow end

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Macdonald Woodland Lodges at Macdonald Aviemore Resort

Skiing

Restaurant

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Fitness center

Waterslide

Steam room

Sauna

Kid-friendly buffet

Bar

Ski rental on site

Sun deck

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach chairs/Loungers

Playground

Bathtub

Picnic area

Garden

Stay rules - Macdonald Woodland Lodges at Macdonald Aviemore Resort

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property