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Macdonald Morlich Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with health club and sauna

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Escape to a serene lake surrounded by lush green fields and forested hills, perfect for relaxation and outdoor activities.
Relax in a comfortable seating area with a tufted leather sofa and matching armchairs.
Guests can enjoy the serene garden views from this outdoor seating area, surrounded by lush plants and a tranquil atmosphere.
Swimmers can enjoy the spacious pool area with a thrilling water slide and seating for relaxation.
Situated in a scenic valley, this hotel offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and lush greenery.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Pool
The current price is AU$248
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Double Bed

Suite, 1 Double Bed

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

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Macdonald Aviemore Resort, Next to the Conference Center, Aviemore, Scotland, PH22 1PN

What's nearby

  • Spey Valley Golf Course - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Strathspey Steam Railway - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Speyside Wildlife - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Loch an Eilein - 6 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Aviemore Station - 4 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cheese & Tomatin - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Boathouse Cafe Loch Morlich - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Luxury Woodland Lodges at Macdonald Aviemore Resort - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Route 7 Café - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Old Bridge Inn - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Macdonald Morlich Hotel

Upscale family-friendly hotel next to a golf course
You can look forward to a terrace, shopping on-site and 2 coffee shops/cafes at Macdonald Morlich Hotel. Tee up with amenities such as a driving range at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in a manicure/pedicure, a massage or a body treatment. The on-site Mediterranean cuisine theme restaurant, Giovannis Italian, serves dinner. In addition to a garden and a playground, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An indoor pool and a children's pool, with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and express check-out
  • Express check-in, smoke-free property and multilingual staff
Room features
All 64 individually furnished rooms include comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, French, German, Hungarian, Spanish

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Macdonald Aviemore Hotel

  • Pool
  • Kids pool
  • Waterslide
  • Parking included
7.2 out of 10, Good, 528 reviews
The price is AU$261
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
Macdonald Aviemore Hotel

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (GBP 10 per stay)

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: GBP 18 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Giovannis Italian

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Golf driving range
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2000
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

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; dinner can be requested on-site for a fee.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 4 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 18.00 for adults and from GBP 12.50 for children
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: GBP 10 per stay (rates may vary)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or health club without adult supervision

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Aviemore Inn
Aviemore Macdonald
Macdonald Aviemore
Macdonald Aviemore Inn
Macdonald Inn Aviemore
Macdonald Aviemore Highland Hotel Aviemore
Macdonald Aviemore Resort Scotland
Macdonald Morlich Hotel Aviemore
Macdonald Morlich Hotel
Macdonald Morlich Aviemore
Macdonald Morlich
Macdonald Morlich Hotel At Macdonald Aviemore Resort Scotland
Macdonald Morlich Hotel Hotel
Macdonald Morlich Hotel Aviemore
Macdonald Morlich Hotel Hotel Aviemore

Frequently asked questions

Does Macdonald Morlich Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Macdonald Morlich Hotel?

As of 13 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Macdonald Morlich Hotel on 20 July 2025 start from AU$248.05, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Macdonald Morlich Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Macdonald Morlich Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Macdonald Morlich Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Macdonald Morlich Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Macdonald Morlich Hotel located?

This family-friendly Aviemore hotel is located in the mountains, within a 10-minute walk of Spey Valley Golf Course and Strathspey Steam Railway. Dalfaber Neighbourhood Centre and Craigellachie National Nature Reserve are also within 1 mile (2 km). Aviemore Station is only a 4-minute walk.

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Macdonald Morlich Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 424 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 152 out of 424 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 424 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 424 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 424 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a lovely stay, staff were very helpfull and accommodating, everything we needed on site
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

alan

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

A nice wee ‘off season’ nights break.

Can’t fault MacDonald Hotels. The service was excellent in the restaurant and at reception. The TV and heating worked and the bed was comfortable. I only hope you are treating your staff well and paying them well over the minimum wage.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

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

Excellent stay.

Friendly welcome at reception, our room was spacious, clean and bed very comfy, bathroom very clean with super hot shower. Breakfast was tasty and plentiful, I can't fault our stay. Had a great time and will return again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cold inside the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Reasonably priced and centrally located

Stayed for a concert, decent enough hotel but a bit short staffed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lalit

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

Relaxing experience at Macdonald Morlich Hotel

Overall a very comfortable experience. This is the second time we stayed in Macdonald's hotel, opted for half board and loved our meals everynight. Breakfast was great, would be nice to have meatfree options for vegetarians, even if not in buffet but can offer to prepare it if requested, still loved scones and beans and pancakes, kind and caring staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was good although we did overhear someone complaining about the cleanliness and maintenance of the toilets
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel with a lot of facilities, downside full of coach tours (to be expected) and my room was close to the lift which was very noisy
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dougie

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

Full marks to McDonald hotels.

We happened to be staying on one of their Santa Claus weekends and the atmosphere was lovely with lots of excited kids. The staff were great dressed in xmas jerseys and a lot of elves about. The hotel was very warm and welcoming the staff excellent, and a very comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Jessica on reception was a great ambassador for them
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

EMMA

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

Weekend Break

Fantastic stay, room spacious and very clean. Staff friendly. Plenty to do on site. Gym and pool fab. Hotel is a great location. Excellent variety at breakfast. Only downside is the price of the meals which has gone up since my last stay in April.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This large complex is an easy walk to the Main Street in Aviemore. Train and bus station, shopping and walking. The restaurants are great. We didn’t bring bathing suits so can’t comment about the indoor water park.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Susan

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Several things out of order: Hot tub, elevator and pool slide
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

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

Chilled time away

Loved every minute of my 2 night stay, very friendly staff, could not fault it, breakfast dinner were delicious both at the scottish and italian restaurant, the facilities were outstanding, bit dated in some places but overall very clean, bed was so comfy, definitely be back so quiet and relaxing stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Lovely hotel

Pros - lovely hotel. Clean and tidy. Staff polite, friendly and helpful. Great location. Excellent breakfast. Cons - someone in room nearby smoking in their room and the smell travelling into our bathroom. Bed and pillows not very comfortable. Wakened at 6am every morning with loud doors creaking and banging closed. Unsure if this was the cleaning staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Salma

Paying for location

The hotel was tired and very expensive so you are paying for location. The room, especially the bathroom was badly finished and the shower average ..it did its job. The bedroom was small, bed ok and the view was of mountains and resort. It, however, was noisy and over-looked the bins so not much sleep was had. The Italian restaurant on site was good and catered for all tastes. Service was prompt considering the amount of customers. Breakfast was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice hotel let down by the single lift being ‘out of order’ for two days during my stay! Not very nice when your on the top floor!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great food but noisy room

Very good breakfast and dinner, room was a bit dated / tired looking but clean and comfortable, only problem was very noisy been on the first floor lot of noise from ground floor and the very old and noisy lift, doesn’t seem to have any insulation in the walls as you can hear other guests in adjacent rooms and people coming and going through the corridors.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Buffet breakfast was lukewarm. TV in our room only had three channels plus children's programmes. Reception desk was unattended when we arrived. Loved the room....it had a super -king size bed and large shower. The hotel is well-placed for enjoying Aviemore.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Fiona

Dusty

Ok but i am fussy walked into restaurant and you could see dust all over shelves thats a nono to me
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Neil

Disliked: Staff & service
Meant to stay in morloich hotel within the complex but this hotel was full and we’re moved to highland hotel but we weren’t informed and no notifications of this so we’re stood about for a while trying to figure out what to do Communication could have been miles better
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sherralyn

Disliked: Staff & service

Aviemore

We were very disappointed in the service we received, we were unable to travel due to a red weather warning of not to travel due to severe storm Babet. We contacted both the hotel and hotels.com regarding a refund and they said they do not offer refunds which is very harsh due to the weather being out with outlets control
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Eamonn

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

poor

room not cleaned for 2 days, complained to Manager whom informed me they were extremely busy, Impossible to use lift lift a bus party arrives as they all queue with suitcases to go tom rooms, same in morning trying to get a table at breakfast, tour parties have clearly marked tables, overall very poor
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Upgraded to suite in Morlich hotel. Very roomy, comfortable and clean. 4 HotelS are situated in a campus style parkland, therefore restaurants and facilities are spread between the four, and not all located in the hotel into which you book, contrary to the impression on the website. Not a disadvantage, unless it is raining. Disappointed with dinner in sister hotel - service very good, food average, cost expensive. Large shopping area, which closes at 5 pm., just before most visitors are returning from their day out. Should it not stay open until, say, 7 pm?
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Lisa

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

Understaffed and dirty

The room was fine, very clean but needs a little tlc, broken toilet seat and peeling bathroom door. The public areas of the hotel were a disgrace! Filthy toilets with 1/7 lights working, tables not cleared in the bar area for 2+ hours, staff stressed and shouting at each other. Our dinner on the first night was not good, bland and fatty, when we said this it was shrugged off! The restaurant was very busy and chaotic. If you don't have enough staff to cope with your guests don't book so many guests!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022