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Macdonald Spey Valley Resort

Aviemore , Macdonald Spey Valley Golf & Country Club, Dalfaber Drive, Aviemore (Show on Map)

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Summary of reviewsThe Macdonald Spey Valley Resort is a beautiful location with stunning views and peaceful surroundings, making it an ideal holiday destination. The accommodation is spacious and well-equipped, although some guests have reported issues with cleanliness and outdated furnishings. The resort offers a range of leisure facilities, including a gym, pool and golf courses, making it suitable for families and golf enthusiasts. The staff received mixed reviews with some guests praising their helpfulness and others finding them disinterested. The resort is dog-friendly with plenty of walking trails nearby, although some guests have reported pet hairs in their rooms. Overall, the Macdonald Spey Valley Resort is a great choice for a Scottish holiday with its beautiful location and range of amenities.
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Resort near Golf Courses

Resort near Ski Resorts

Family Friendly Resort

Dog Friendly Resort

Resort with Swimming Pool

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Room Types

Classic One Bedroom Apartment Classic One Bedroom Apartment Your classic accommodation comprises one Twin bedroom, one bathroom, a spacious living room including sofa bed and open plan kitchen and dining area.

Classic Extra One Bedroom Apartment with Log Fire Your classic accommodation comprises one double bedroom, one bathroom including sauna & log fire, a spacious living room with double sofa bed and open plan kitchen and dining area.

Classic Two Bedroom Chalet Classic Two Bedroom Chalet Your classic chalet includes one double bedroom, one twin bedroom (two singles or a bunk) one bathroom, spacious living room and open plan kitchen and dining area. This property is all on ground level. Not suitable for Travel Cots.

Classic Family Chalet Your classic apartment includes one double bedroom, one twin bedroom (two singles or a bunk) one bathroom, spacious living room with double sofa bed and open plan kitchen and dining area. This property is all on ground level.

Spacious Two Bedroom Apartment This classic accommodation features one double bedroom, one twin bedroom, two bathrooms, spacious living room with double sofa bed or wall bed and open plan kitchen and dining area.

Spacious Extra Two Bedroom Apartment ( Log Fire) This classic accommodation features one double bedroom, one twin bedroom, two bathrooms, spacious living room with double sofa bed or wall bed and open plan kitchen and dining area. These apartments have a log fire and sauna.

Classic Collection Two Bedroom Apartment (View) This classic accommodation features one double bedroom, one twin bedroom and three bathrooms. The living area includes a glazed balcony with views of the golf course, a double sofa bed in the lounge and open plan kitchen and dining area.

Classic Three Bedroom Apartment Your classic accommodation includes two double / twin bedrooms and one twin bunk bedroom (adjoining the main bedroom). There's also a double sofa bed in the lounge area, two bathrooms, a spacious living area and open plan kitchen and dining all split over two levels.

Spacious Extra Three Bedroom Apartment ( Log Fire) This classic property comprises one king-size bedroom, one double and one twin plus a sofa bed within the lounge area and two bathrooms. Step down into the spacious living area which includes lounge, kitchen and dining area plus two bathrooms. These apartments have a sauna & a log fire.

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Guest Reviews

7.5

Good

Location

The Macdonald Spey Valley Resort is situated in an amazing location that offers stunning and peaceful scenery. The grounds are idyllic and set around a golf course that is perfect for walking and viewing local wildlife, such as deer. The resort is conveniently located within walking distance to the centre of Aviemore where you can access local attractions and enjoy the fresh air. Guests have praised the beautiful views out of their windows and have even enjoyed polite handyman services. The location also makes it an ideal ski resort and offers easy access to the Speyside way. Overall, the location of the resort has been described as fantastic, perfect, brilliant and lovely, making it a nice area to spend a holiday surrounded by beautiful and convenient scenery.

Dinner

Guests who stayed at Macdonald Spey Valley Resort had varying experiences with the hotel's restaurant. Some guests were disappointed by the lack of vegan options and unclear menu descriptions with one guest skipping dinner altogether. Others found the atmosphere of the restaurant to be cold and lacking in ambiance. Some guests were frustrated to find that there were no chefs on site during their stay or that the Steakhouse was closed. Several guests felt that the food was overpriced for its quality with some meals being inedible. However, there were some positive reviews of the restaurant with some guests enjoying the food and praising the nice atmosphere. Overall, opinions were mixed with some recommending that guests bring their own food and others saying that the restaurant had potential.

Rooms

The Macdonald Spey Valley Resort offers a range of spacious and well-equipped apartments, chalets and lodges, many with great views of Cairngorm. Guests appreciate the good size of the rooms, comfortable beds and linen and the availability of multiple bathrooms. While some accommodations may be a bit dated, most are clean and comfortable. On occasion, however, there have been complaints of mould, filth or inadequate cleaning. Many guests also enjoy the location in beautiful grounds near the river and the variety of amenities such as saunas, wood stoves and patios. Overall, the accommodation is suitable for families or couples and provides an excellent base for exploring the area.

Beds

The Macdonald Spey Valley Resort features a range of comfortable and warm beds with quality furniture and bedding. Guests found the mattresses and pillows to be very comfortable, but some did mention uncomfortable sofa beds and old bed linen left from the previous occupants. The size of the beds was not always clear, but for most it was not a real problem. The hotel staff promptly fixed any issues, including broken sofa beds and radiators. However, some guests did find hair on the protective covers of fold-out beds and some felt that the beds were too firm for their taste. Overall, the bed comfort and cleanliness varied depending on the accommodation type, but most guests enjoyed a good night's sleep.

Cleanliness

The cleanliness at Macdonald Spey Valley Resort has been a mixed experience according to guest reviews. While some guests found the accommodation to be lovely and clean, others found it to be tired, dated and in need of refurbishment. Some guests found hairs, pet hairs and stains on the bedding, carpets and furnishings while others found dirty tissues, dirty glasses and dirty shower heads. The pool and hot tub were found to be dirty by some guests while others found them clean and lovely. Overall, while some guests were extremely disappointed with the cleanliness for the price they paid, others found the property to be clean and cosy.

Staff

The staff at Macdonald Spey Valley Resort received mixed reviews from guests. While many guests complimented the staff's helpfulness and friendliness, others reported encountering disinterested or unwelcoming staff. Some guests had positive experiences with reception staff, while others found the check-in process chaotic. The restaurant was closed due to staffing issues on occasion, but guests enjoyed the food and pleasant atmosphere when it was open. There were reports of a shortage of staff and a lack of maintenance staff available after 5pm, but some guests praised the golf club staff for their helpfulness. Some guests felt that staff needed more training and attention from management, but others specifically mentioned certain staff members as being excellent and going above and beyond. While there were some issues with staff, guests generally enjoyed the beautiful location and excellent accommodations.

Gym

The Macdonald Spey Valley Resort boasts fantastic leisure and sports facilities for guests with a sports hall available for hire completely free of charge. Visitors particularly enjoyed the bar and sports amenities, which were viewed as a bonus. The gym impressed many with its inviting and clean look and the lodge also features a spa pool for some added relaxation. Families were pleased with the full-sized games hall offered, which was perfect for kids to burn off some energy. While there were no negative comments about the leisure facilities, some visitors did mention that gym and pool hours were somewhat restricting, closing earlier than desired. Overall, the resort's fitness offerings received positive feedback with guests noting a great gym and leisure break facilities.

Pool

Guests had mixed experiences with the pool at Macdonald Spey Valley Resort. Some guests found the pool area to be dirty and the water too cold or murky. Others enjoyed using the pool, sauna and steam room. However, there were reports of broken tiles and uneven surfaces. Some guests were disappointed that the pool was closed during their stay, but the hotel organized access to a sister hotel's pool in the town. Guests also had to book a slot to use the pool, which some found inconvenient. Families with children appreciated the water slide and wave pool, but some felt that they needed more time to swim. Despite a few issues, many guests enjoyed having access to the pool facilities during their stay.

Family

Macdonald Spey Valley Resort is a fantastic family-friendly destination, especially for those who enjoy the outdoors. The resort boasts comfortable and spacious chalets with plenty of room for families of all sizes and some even come with amazing views. The location is perfect for skiing and there is easy access to a large sports hall and a children's play park.

There are many activities for both children and adults alike, including a lovely swimming pool, though some guests noted that it can be quite cold. The staff are helpful and the location is quiet despite being close to the town.

For those with dogs, the resort is dog-friendly and there are loads of spaces for kids to run and play safely. However, some guests commented that the chalets need refurbishing with issues such as mould on the ceiling and scratches on panel doors.

Overall, the resort is good value for money, though guests were disappointed by the lack of basic supplies provided in their chalets, such as toilet rolls and washing up liquid. Despite this, the location, facilities and surroundings make it a fab destination for a short break away with the family.

Golf

If you're looking for a fabulous golfing holiday in Scotland, the Macdonald Spey Valley Resort is the perfect location. The resort is set in stunning grounds with beautiful views over the Cairngorms and is very close to both a 9-hole and an 18-hole golf course. The staff at the golf club are incredibly helpful and the courses are very well kept. Guests have access to a range of leisure facilities, including a swimming pool, making for a very pleasant stay. Besides golf, there are plenty of other activities to enjoy in the area making the Spey Valley McDonald an excellent choice for a Scottish holiday.

Dog Friendly

The Macdonald Spey Valley Resort is a great place for dog owners to vacation with their furry friends. The resort is very dog-friendly and has plenty of walking trails nearby that are perfect for taking dogs out for some exercise. Some guests did mention that there were pet hairs on the carpets and that the room smelled of dogs, but they were aware of this when booking and it was not a major issue for their stay. However, a few guests with allergies did struggle with the pet hair in their rooms. It is worth noting that there is a fee of £30 for guests who want to bring their pets, although some felt this was a bit steep given the cleanliness of the chalet. Despite this, the general consensus was that dogs are extremely welcome and would have a great time at the resort.

Yes, Macdonald Spey Valley Resort has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Heated Pool, Indoor Pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Macdonald Spey Valley Resort.

Yes, Macdonald Spey Valley Resort welcomes dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Macdonald Spey Valley Resort.

Yes, Macdonald Spey Valley Resort has a gym.

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