Macdonald Woodland Lodges at Macdonald Aviemore Resort

Decorative detail, Seating area, Area and facilities

Living room, Photo of the whole room, Seating area

Living room, Decorative detail, Seating area

3.8

Good(418 Reviews)

Nature lodge in Aviemore

Reasons to book

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Pets allowed and more

About this nature lodge rental

Set in Cairngorms National Park, Macdonald Woodland Lodges at Macdonald Aviemore Resort offers views of the forest, an indoor swimming pool, a fitness room and free WiFi.

Amenities

Pool

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Wheelchair accessible

Gym or Fitness Center

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Aviemore

Nearby attractions

Highland Wildlife Park

12 mi

Landmark Forest Adventure Park

10.1 mi

Available Rooms

3 Bed Woodland Lodge

1 King • 8072 ft²

Sleeps 6

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Two-Bedroom Chalet

1 Double • 6458 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Apartment

1 King • 5381 ft²

Sleeps 8

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

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Macdonald Woodland Lodges at Macdonald Aviemore Resort

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3.8

Good(418 Reviews)

Nature lodge in Aviemore

Reasons to book

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Pets allowed and more

About this nature lodge rental

Set in Cairngorms National Park, Macdonald Woodland Lodges at Macdonald Aviemore Resort offers views of the forest, an indoor swimming pool, a fitness room and free WiFi.

Amenities

Pool

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Wheelchair accessible

Gym or Fitness Center

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Aviemore

Nearby attractions

Highland Wildlife Park

12 mi

Landmark Forest Adventure Park

10.1 mi

Available Rooms

3 Bed Woodland Lodge

1 King • 8072 ft²

Sleeps 6

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Two-Bedroom Chalet

1 Double • 6458 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Apartment

1 King • 5381 ft²

Sleeps 8

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Reviews

3.8

Good(418 Reviews)

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4.0

Oct 2023

Great stay

We all loved the location of the lodge, with all bedrooms being on suite. Beautiful place.

Food was average.

3.0

Aug 2023

Nice but nothing special.

Breakfasts good although staff seemed a bit unmotivated. Management friendly especially maintenance man and guy in Morlich bar who pampered our dog. Lodges very large and close to town and nice walk.

Rooms are tired, handles missing, split leather, obsolete fixtures. We had to ask for 5 bulbs to be replaced when we arrived! Kitchenette is hardly worth the bother with greasy cooker hood. Lodges are very close to traffic noise.

3.5

Aug 2023

Good location, needs updating.

Close to centre, good parking and spacious

Very run down, broken tiles, threadbare carpets. Outdated furniture. Overcharging for the condition of the property.

5.0

Jul 2023

Exceptional

Great location and the staff was very helpful

4.0

Jul 2023

Relaxing multi generational break

Peaceful location. Spacious rooms all en-suite. Good breakfast at the hotel included

Could have supplied outdoor chairs

4.0

Jul 2023

Nice wee break

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.

4.5

Jul 2023

Excellent family break location

Lodge was very clean and it was wonderful to have three bedrooms and three bathrooms. Breakfast was good, italian restaurant was very good. Great location with just a short walk into town.

4.0

Jun 2023

Very good

Lodges had comfortable beds and the leisure facilities were excellent. All staff were very friendly and helpful

4.0

Jun 2023

Very good

Great location. Comfortable layout.

Carpets were a bit worn.

5.0

Jun 2023

excellent time relaxing with family

3 hotel style bedrooms in addition to excellent social space and well equipped kitchen

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4.5

Jun 2023

Fantastic. Two teenage boys and a dog to please. All loved it. Thank you.

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.

3.0

Apr 2023

loved the lodge pool was closed as was the resort on Sunday

location and size needs outdoor furniture

no seating outside lodge

3.0

Mar 2023

Had an enjoyable stay but disappointed with standard of Lodge for the price.

Location is perfect. Pet friendly. Staff were friendly. Breakfast amazing.

For the amount of money charging for lodges, they should be in a better condition. Could do with being better maintained. Dust on ceiling, front door stiff. Cracked tiles in bathroom. TVs not working, remote controls did not have batteries. Not enough kindling provided to get stove burner up and running.

2.5

Feb 2023

Not worth it

The price that we pay for woodland lodges was for sure too high! Lodges are years behind with equipment: Heaters - very old and not always working TV - no internet connection. Night time kids like watch Netflix but tv was so old that don’t have that.. Sofas - old with holes… Fridge and freezer - was so small, it’s just too small for families. Bathrooms - showers door’s definitely need to be replaced, the same heating system, in bathroom was very cold! Specially water heaters “ boilers “ we was waiting with kid for hot water till 11:30pm because boiler wasn’t working! And main thing: we never have OVEN, hard to do something to eat because kitchen equipment was just a joke! Place is beautiful, people friendly, nice place! But of the amount that we pay for lodge and the standard of the woodland lodges it’s just not worth to coming back there again.

5.0

Feb 2023

kids didn’t want to leave

location was fantastic

nothing

4.5

Jan 2023

Amazing lodge, resort facilities can use an upgrade

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.

3.0

Jan 2023

Great holiday but disappointing accommodation

The overall resort was excellent and the breakfasts were great.

We stayed in a lodge and it felt very tired. The preparation for our arrival was poor. On check in we were told our lodge was not ready. This was 2 hours after official check in time. We were told that a manager was checking our lodge to make sure it was ready. When we got in, the fridge was not turned on, the heating had only just been turned on in one room, there was no wood in the basket for the fire and an empty matchbox. In the kitchen the doors were coming off cupboards, dishwasher tablets had been left in a huge plastic bag bundled underneath the sink and there was a box left open on display which should have contained coffee pods but it was empty. In addition we could not get any of the smart tvs in living room or bedrooms to work. We spoke to receptionist briefly on check out and he assured me that someone would contact me to discuss but I haven't heard anything as yet.

5.0

Jan 2023

Exceptional

Loved absolutely everything about the lodge.Have stayed before and will definitely be back.

There wasn't anything to complain about.

4.0

Dec 2022

Great location and staff were really helpful and friendly

Great location and very Christmassy! The chalets are well equipped and comfortable. Lots for the kids to do and the staff were so friendly and helpful.

Maybe in need of a little renovation, floorboards loose in the living room/kitchen area and not as luxurious for the price as they were when I last stayed.

4.5

Dec 2022

Superb

beautiful location, lodges big and comfi (4 adults and 2 kids) great that every room has their own bathroom! the complex is amazing, lovely pool, playground and great shop on site. lots of restaurants to choose from. Xmas family lunch was fantastic, we all loved our stay!

lodges could do with a little bit of TLC interior wise (a few cushions in the sofa would be nice)

1.5

Dec 2022

Poor

Aviemore/location

Poor service, lodge not ready, completely run down with no improvements for years. Definitely not 4 star!!

4.0

Dec 2022

Fabulous holiday, we are planning another trip next December.

Lovely location, private, toiletries and tea/coffee provided.

A washing machine would be useful. Shower in main bathroom did not drain properly. Also, a stair gate might be useful if children are staying as the stairs are quite steep.

5.0

Dec 2022

Exceptional

All excellent 👍. Enjoyed the peace and quiet. Breakfast was lovely. Will be back one day.

4.5

May 2022

Great short stay break in the Highlands!

The location was ideal. The lodges were in a lovely woodland setting and ours were a short walk away from the hotel, where we went for breakfast. The buffet breakfast was delicious, with lots of selection to suit all nine of our party. The staff were welcoming and friendly and couldn’t do enough to help us...well done.

Can’t think of a single thing!

5.0

May 2022

great stay ideal for family and for dog

Great comfy lodge great for dog

would have liked a couple of chairs to sit out side

3.5

May 2022

Good

big

tired, everything quite worn, mattresses uncomfortable

2.5

Mar 2022

Below average

The lodges looked like the best option with regards to the whole resort, which is really run down and quite depressing to be honest. The only good thing is that they were clean and a bit more secluded from the main road.

The signage throughout the resort is terrible / non-existent. We drove around the resort three times in an attempt to find the reception for the lodge bookings. All buildings were closed and there was no clear indication about where to check in. Eventually found the main hotel in which the reception desk could easily be mistaken for a pillar. Generally the entire resort is really run-down / dated. The chairs in the breakfast restaurant had gaping holes with filling spilling out and stains on the chairs and carpets. Breakfast was average. There were also breakfast plates left in random places such as the stairwell? The lodge itself was ok but in real need of TLC - lots of stains, cracked paint and cracked tiles, chairs worn away etc. and the front door had to be properly slammed to get shut to lock it. There is no lift in the main hotel building which, with my disabled mother-in-law, is really quite poor. The receptionist advised we walk all the way out of the building and across the car park to find the lift, which would eventually take us back to the restaurant in the building we were stood in - all while being completely unsympathetic to the situation. Again there was no signage throughout the building so we got completely lost in a maze of dark, depressing corridors, only to end up taking the stairs again because the lift was nowhere to be found. All in all I find this to be a common theme with Macdonald Hotels, each time I think it’s a one-off but actually they’re just awful.

FAQs

How much does this nature lodge cost compared to others in Aviemore?

The average price for a rental in Aviemore is R 2,673 per night. This rental is R 58 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this nature lodge?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Macdonald Woodland Lodges at Macdonald Aviemore Resort. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this nature lodge?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Macdonald Woodland Lodges at Macdonald Aviemore Resort. Enjoy the water!

Is Macdonald Woodland Lodges at Macdonald Aviemore Resort pet friendly?

Yes! This nature lodge is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Macdonald Woodland Lodges at Macdonald Aviemore Resort?

We found 14 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and smoking allowed.

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Reasons to book

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Map of Aviemore

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

3 Bed Woodland Lodge

Two-Bedroom Chalet

Deluxe Apartment

Macdonald Woodland Lodges at Macdonald Aviemore Resort

Nature lodge in Aviemore

Reasons to book

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Map of Aviemore

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

3 Bed Woodland Lodge

Two-Bedroom Chalet

Deluxe Apartment

Reviews

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