Escape to Macdonald Morlich Hotel, where golf enthusiasts can tee up on the 18-hole course and families can unwind by the indoor pool. Indulge in a rejuvenating massage or body treatment at the sauna, then savor dinner at Giovannis Italian restaurant. With free in-room WiFi and shopping on site, this hotel offers something for everyone.
Macdonald Aviemore Resort, Next to the Conference Center, Aviemore, Scotland, PH22 1PN
What's nearby
Spey Valley Golf Course - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Strathspey Steam Railway - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Craigellachie National Nature Reserve - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Speyside Wildlife - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Getting around
Inverness (INV) - 52 min drive
Aviemore Station - 4 min walk
Kingussie Station - 16 min drive
Carrbridge Station - 16 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
Bring the kids when you stay at Macdonald Morlich Hotel in Aviemore and they can enjoy the free kids' club. Guests can indulge in massages, aromatherapy, or mani/pedis, and grab a bite to eat at Giovannis Italian, which serves Mediterranean cuisine and is open for dinner. Other highlights include 2 coffee shops/cafes, an indoor pool, and a bar/lounge.
Languages
English, French, German, Hungarian, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
64 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless 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 onsite 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
Children (4 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
Free children's club
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
WiFi in public areas*
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10 AM
2 coffee shops
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Free children's club
Children's pool
Playground
What to do
Ski passes
Shopping
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Ski lessons nearby
Water skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Conference center
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Bicycle rentals
Pool loungers
Ski storage
Facilities
Built in 2000
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Health club
Adjacent to a golf course
Golf driving range on site
An indoor pool
Arcade/game room
Spa services
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 4 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.
Dining
Giovannis Italian - This theme restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
WiFi is available in public areas for GBP 10 per stay (rates may vary)
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 18.00 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
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
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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, debit cards and cash.
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.
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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Macdonald Morlich 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Macdonald Morlich Hotel?
Yes, there's an indoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Macdonald Morlich Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Macdonald Morlich Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Macdonald Morlich Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Macdonald Morlich Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities like cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and sledding, and in warmer months enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a sauna and a steam room. Macdonald Morlich Hotel also has an arcade and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Macdonald Morlich Hotel?
Yes, Giovannis Italian offers Mediterranean cuisine.
What's the area around Macdonald Morlich Hotel like?
Macdonald Morlich Hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Aviemore Station and 7 minutes' walk from Strathspey Steam Railway.
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Macdonald Morlich Hotel Reviews
Reviews
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
7.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.8/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 5, 2025
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.
alan
alan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 27, 2024
Had a lovely stay, staff were very helpfull and accommodating, everything we needed on site
scott
scott, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2024
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.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2025
Lovely hotel. Would stay again
The Morlich was the perfect location for me as I was attending a conference in the adjacent venue. Very comfortable room, with plenty of space. Lovely shower. Robes and slippers provided. My only slight criticism is that the lift was very dated and I felt a little concerned about using it. Also, breakfast wasn't served on the premises. I had to go to the food court in the conference centre. Personally I found this inconvenient for me because I have mobility issues which meant that I had to drive around to the building then back to the hotel afterwards. But I would be better prepared next time.
Overall, it was a lovely place to stay, and a good base for exploring Aviemore. The staff were very welcoming and helpful too.
Kim
Kim, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2024
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.
Lalit
Lalit, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 25, 2024
Reasonably priced and centrally located
Stayed for a concert, decent enough hotel but a bit short staffed.
Jill
Jill, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2024
Everything was good although we did overhear someone complaining about the cleanliness and maintenance of the toilets
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 17, 2024
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
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 16, 2023
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.
Dougie
Dougie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 22, 2023
Jessica on reception was a great ambassador for them
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 31, 2024
Several things out of order:
Hot tub, elevator and pool slide
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 24, 2023
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.
Pamela
Pamela, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 11, 2022
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.
EMMA
EMMA, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 23, 2024
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.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 14, 2024
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.
Salma
Salma, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2022
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
Catherine
Catherine, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2024
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!
William
William, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Apr 25, 2024
Staff attitude unhelpful and occasionally rude, particularly on arrival. Evening meal at their Italian restaurant made me ill.
Room was clean, other facilities are dated but appeared well-maintained. Checked out early.
Avoid this place.
Guy
Guy, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 22, 2022
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.
Gordon
Gordon, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 25, 2022
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.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Aug 16, 2024
Reservations Disaster
Awful experience, booked 2 rooms for two couples on same booking and they put us in two different hotels on site. No explanation, blamed reservations, guy behind desk sat on chair didn't stand up to talk to us, all very young staff with little experience. Eventually operations Manger gave us £30 off bottle of wine for inconvenience. Had to convince them to let us dine together at breakfast in the morning in oen hotel.
Nigel
Nigel, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 21, 2022
Dusty
Ok but i am fussy walked into restaurant and you could see dust all over shelves thats a nono to me
Fiona
Fiona, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 19, 2023
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
Neil
Neil, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Oct 27, 2023
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
Sherralyn
Sherralyn, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 2, 2023
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