Pre-Arrival Guide

We can't wait to welcome you to Macdonald Lochanhully Resort. The countdown to your stay has started! To help you plan the perfect break we've included lots of usual information together with tips on things to do and more.

Useful Info

Wi-Fi

We have complimentary Wi-Fi for all our resort guests to enjoy, both in your accommodation and in our public areas. Select 'Macdonald Guest WiFi' on your device and follow the instructions that appears on your device to connect.

Check In / Out

Check in is from 5pm and check out is by 10am. Follow the signs on arrival which will indicate where to check in and collect your keys.

Parking & Electric Charging

We have parking next to all of our self-catering apartments. For electric vehicles, we have two electric vehicle charging points at the resort.

Bringing a Pet

We welcome pets to Macdonald Lochanhully Resort and can offer pet friendly accommodation. There is a fee of £15 per accommodation per night (maximum 2 dogs) capped at a maximum of £75 per stay to be paid on arrival.

To book your pet please contact us with your confirmation number and number of pets and we'll come back to you.

Pet Policy

Food & Drink

Murdoch’s Bar & Restaurant

Start the day with a full Scottish breakfast, grab a light bite for lunch, treat yourself to a traditional afternoon tea or end the day with a delicious three-course meal. From burgers to charcuterie boards and salads – whatever you're in the mood for, the choice is yours at Murdoch’s Bar & Restaurant!

Opening Times

Open Monday - Sunday

Breakfast: Served 9am - 11:30am
Lunch: Served 12pm - 4:30pm
Afternoon tea: 2:30pm - 4:45pm
Dinner: Served 5pm - 9pm
Bar: Open until 11pm Sun - Thu and midnight Fri - Sat

Murdoch’s Bar & Restaurant

More at Aviemore

Plus easy access to all the Aviemore Resort restaurants and bars:

Aspects Restaurant - Enjoy a choice of great dishes including juicy steaks, fresh wild white fish together with delicious vegetarian and vegan options.
Giovannis Italian - Offering a real taste of Italy. This relaxed family friendly restaurant is open throughout the summer and at busy times.
The Laggan Whisky & Cocktail Bar - Specialising in malt whisky, the cosy bar offers an extensive selection of Scottish whiskies and gins together with classic cocktails.
Highland Fish Bar - Enjoy a taste of the Highlands at our authentic fish and chips eatery, serving classic seafood dishes.
The Coffee Shop - Located in the heart of our resort next to Spey Valley Shopping. Serves hot and cold drinks, cakes and lunches.

Dining at Aviemore

Golf

The Spey Valley Championship Golf Course in our nearby Spey Valley Resort is an 18-hole course that meanders through ancient Caledonian pine forests and along the banks of the sparkling River Spey. Have a look at our brochure on the link below:

Golf Brochure

Spey Valley Shopping

Located at the Aviemore Resort, our luxury department store offers a wonderful variety of departments including ladies, gents and children’s clothing, homewares, and a food & drink hall, with an amazing array of gifts all under one roof. Explore our hand selected leading brands including Barbour, Dubarry, Elemis and Neom Wellbeing.

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Leisure Activities

At Lochanhully Resort, guests enjoy access to the indoor pool with sauna and all onsite facilities.

Facilities include:

Heated indoor swimming pool
Sauna/Steam room
Gym
Outdoor tennis courts/Basketball Court
Small play area
Pool Table
Seasonal trout fishing in the lochan

Health & Leisure

Things to do in Aviemore

There's plenty to explore in Aviemore Resort:

Spey Valley Cinema - Sit back and enjoy the latest releases and classic movies at Spey Valley Cinema.

Beauty Treatments - Treat yourself to a relaxing facial or massage with one of our Beauty Therapists.

Outdoor Play Park - Let the kids have a ball at our play park on resort.

Soft Play - You’ll find a 4 storey soft play centre, swimming pool, gym and seasonal cafe all under one roof.

Explore Aviemore Resort

Things to do Nearby

There's plenty to explore just outside your accommodation:

Carrbridge – Visit the packhorse bridge, built in 1717 and one of the oldest stone bridges in the Highlands

Tomatin Whisky Distillery – Tomatin Distillery has been producing world-class whisky for over 100 years and is only a 15-minute drive from the resort

Highland Wildlife Park – Experience Scottish wildlife and endangered animals like never before

Zip Park Aviemore – Experience a bird's eye view of ancient forests from high above

Cairngorms National Park – The Cairngorms National Park is the UK’s largest National Park, in the Scottish Highlands and offers masses of things to do including watersports, snowsports, wildlife watching, and some incredible walking and cycling routes

Landmark Adventure Park – For an action-packed family day out, Landmark Forest Adventure Park has everything you could want

Strathspey Steam Railway – Hop aboard the Strathspey Steam Train for a memorable adventure

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