Macdonald Academy Hotel, Aviemore
Aviemore Highland Resort, Aviemore, PH22 1PN
Guest Rating: 
3.5 / 5
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About Macdonald Academy Hotel hotel
In the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, this 3-star family-orientated hotel is a comfortable, yet practical, base for a relaxing break or an exciting adventure holiday in the Highlands.
This 102-bedroom hotel is especially good for families, and the majority of the rooms are suitable for up to 2 adults and 2 children. With large family rooms and a more relaxed atmosphere, the Macdonald Academy Hotel is a great base for adventure holidays for all the family or for corporate social events where partners and families can come together in their free time.
The hotel offers accommodation on a room-only basis, with breakfast and dinner available in one of the restaurants in the resort, if required.
The resort offers boundless opportunities to experience numerous outdoor activities all year round and the impressive leisure facilities are just a short walk from the hotel.
Hotel Facilities
General
- Bar,
- Family Rooms,
- Free Parking,
- Non-Smoking Rooms,
- Parking.
Services
- Internet Services,
- Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN.
Hotel Policies
Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.
Check In / Check Out
- You may check in from 16:00 hours until 00:00 hours.
- You must check out by 11:00 hours.
Cancellations
If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.
Extra Charges
15 % VAT is included. Service charge is included. City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Internet
Wireless Internet Hotspot is available in public areas and charges are applicable.
Deposit
No deposit will be charged.
Children and extra beds
All children are welcome. All children under 5 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. There is no capacity for extra beds in the room. Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 1.
Payment - We accept
- Visa,
- Maestro,
- Master Card,
- American Express.
Important Information
Please check-in at our central conference centre on arrival, where you will then be directed to the Academy Hotel.
Room information
Rooms are bright and airy. Family rooms can accommodate 2 adults and one child, or 2 adults and 2 children. The rooms are not suitable for more than 2 adults.
Twin Family Room (Sleeps 3) more info
Amenities:
- Bath,
- Radio,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Telephone,
- Toilet.
Twin Family Room (Sleeps 4) more info
Amenities:
- Bath,
- Radio,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Telephone,
- Toilet.
Double Family Room (Sleeps 3) more info
Amenities:
- Bath,
- Radio,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Telephone,
- Toilet.
Double Family Room (Sleeps 4) more info
Amenities:
- Bath,
- Radio,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Telephone,
- Toilet.
Christmas Package more info
Double or Twin rooms available, please specify when booking. Package includes Christmas Eve - Visit Santa's Highland Home, Tickets to family pantomime "Sleeping Beauty" at 3pm, Aviemore Village Santa Parade, Family dinner and Family entertainment in the peregrine suite. Christmas Day - Breakfast and then Santa and his reindeer visit the resort, Christmas Lunch is served at 3pm followed by family entertainment. Boxing day - full highland breakfast, highland banquet dinner & Ceilidh from 7pm. * Guests staying at the Academy Hotel will dine in Highland food court or Giovanni's for breakfast and dinner.
Amenities:
- Bath,
- Radio,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Telephone,
- Toilet.
New Year Package more info
Double or Twin rooms available, please specify when booking. Wednesday 30th December - Family dining, children's show time, family entertainment, family pantomime at 3pm. Hogmanay - Use of resort facilities, dinner in hotel, extravaganza party in the osprey arena, with party band, pipe band, late night disco and fireworks. New Year's Day - Late breakfast, dinner in your hotel and family entertainment. * Guests staying at the Academy Hotel will dine in Highland food court or Giovanni's for breakfast and dinner.
Amenities:
- Bath,
- Radio,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Telephone,
- Toilet.
Directions
By Air: Aviemore is approximately 40 minutes' drive from Inverness Airport. By Public Transport: We are approximately 2 minutes' walk from Aviemore railway station and close to bus stops which are linked to Megabus, National Express and City Link services.
*Directions included in email booking confirmation