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Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa
4.0 star property

Upscale hotel with 2 restaurants and full-service spa
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Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa

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Indoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior
Deluxe Double Room (Feature)
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine
Sauna, body treatments, aromatherapy, deep-tissue massages, body wraps

Overview of Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa

Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Spa
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
The price is NZ$202
Price available on 28/4/2024

Explore the area

Map
Kinlochard, The Trossachs, Aberfoyle, Stirling, Scotland, FK8 3TL
  • Popular LocationThe Wee Blether7 min walk
  • Popular LocationGo Country, Forest Hills Water Sport Centre8 min walk
  • Popular LocationThe Hayloft3 min drive
  • Popular LocationLiz Macgregors Coffee Shop6 min drive
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Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
TV
Clothes dryer
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Double Bed

Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
TV
Clothes dryer
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Family 3)

Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Family 3)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
TV
Clothes dryer
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Family 4)

Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Family 4)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
TV
Clothes dryer
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Accessible Double)

Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Accessible Double)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
TV
Clothes dryer
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
TV
Clothes dryer
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Stirling

Located in Stirling, Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa is in the mountains and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Loch Lomond and Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Go Country, Forest Hills Water Sport Centre and Scottish Real Ale Shop. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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What's nearby

  • Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park - 17 min drive
  • Loch Ard Forest - 23 min drive
  • Loch Katrine - 26 min drive
  • Queen Elizabeth Forest Park - 31 min drive
  • Loch Lomond - 40 min drive

Getting around

  • Alexandria Balloch Station - 28 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Faerie Tree - 6 min drive
  • Liz Macgregors Coffee Shop - 6 min drive
  • Aberfoyle Fish & Chip Shop - 6 min drive
  • The Byre Inn - 15 min drive
  • The Pier Cafe - 9 min drive

About this property

Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa

Upscale family-friendly hotel by the lake
At Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa, you can look forward to a terrace, mini golf and a garden. Indulge in a deep-tissue massage, a body wrap and a manicure/pedicure at the on-site spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and Regional cuisine. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities such as racquetball/squash. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a playground and an arcade/games room.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Swimming pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), 2 outdoor tennis courts and an indoor pool
  • Coffee/tea in reception, meeting rooms and a billiards/pool table
  • Guest reviews speak well of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 55 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and ovens

Languages

English, Hungarian, Polish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8 AM–9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 18 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Rafters Bar and Bistro
  • The Garden Restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1904
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • IPod dock
  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night (maximum GBP 25.00 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 18.00 for adults and from GBP 12.50 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night (maximum GBP25.00 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property charges consumption-based electricity fees.

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Construction is underway at a neighbouring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Forest Hills Macdonald Hotel
Macdonald Forest
Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel
Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel Stirling
Macdonald Forest Hills Stirling
Macdonald Forest Hotel
Macdonald Hotel Forest Hills
Macdonald Forest Hills & Spa
Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel Spa
Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa Hotel
Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa Stirling
Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa Hotel Stirling

Frequently asked questions

Does Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa?

As of 18 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa on 28 Apr 2024 start from NZ$202.08, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa pet-friendly?

Yes, Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa located?

This family-friendly Stirling hotel is located on a lake, 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Go Country, Forest Hills Water Sport Centre, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Doon Hill and Fairy Knowe and Aberfoyle Golf Club. Rob Roy's Grave and Duke's Pass are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 282 out of 709 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 255 out of 709 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 709 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 709 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 709 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Neil

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pretty views, very good quality for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Gez

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
After driving 7 hours for my birthday weekend I could not have envisaged the catalogue of incompetence I was about to experience. Reception couldn’t find my booking despite me showing them the booking number on my phone. The girl on reception handed the hotel phone at me and told me to deal with it. I couldn’t use my own phone as the hotel wi-if was not working. Finally they gave me a room. When we got there the door was ajar and all the furniture had been pushed to the middle of the room. I went back to reception where I was told by a it was being decorated. Tried sending me to another room that was also being decorated, before putting us into a disabled room with the heating off. The temperature outside was 3 degrees. We had to go downstairs to warm up. We finally got to our room after 9pm when the room was a little warmer. When I asked to speak to a Manager I was informed he went home at 3pm but he’d contact me next day. No contact was made. Throughout this ordeal I was treated like this was my fault. There were no apologies and no attempts to compensate us. Their main focus on checking out was making sure they had my Expedia booking details so they could get their money. A beautiful hotel which should have offered an amazing experience. The hotel was not cheap but the service from the reception and management was not befitting such a lovely place. I hope all Macdonald hotels aren’t run the same. On a positive note, the bar and restaurant staff were first class.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Very average
The hotel is very average and in need of modernisation. The facilities (pool, gym) are equally dated and some of the gym equipment did not work. The bar meal we had was ok - but expensive for what it is. The avocado on the nachos had seen better days and was on the turn but the pizza was nice. The breakfast is insanely expensive for what it is and you even had to paid an additional supplement of £7 for eggs Benedict. The buffet breakfast, which you order to your table, was horrible. The the food was not hot at all and it was if the food had been cooked first thing in the morning and left under a hot plate for some considerable time. The food was not fresh at all. I’ve actually never had scrambled eggs like it! They were like rubber and totally inedible. The staff were pleasant enough. The rooms were again dated but clean, comfortable and fairly large. The grounds are beautiful, but it’s a shame the hotel does not live up to the its surroundings. Would I return? No. Would I recommend? No. Was it value for money. Questionable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Lakshmi

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

John Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. The room was great. The bar area is a little disappointing though, the 2 bar men were also responsible for preparing drinks for the restaurant which left a long queue at the bar. The drinks are overpriced, I get that the location is remote but it the prices were unreasonable. I was also so surprised that there was no room service available.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Serene and secluded location with excellent bedding. It ranks in the top 10 of comfy hotel pillows and mattress. Food is excellent but my chicken breast portion and accompanying veggies were minuscule and I had to order a starter afterward. Nice breakfast with quality ingredients. Area around the hotel is lovely. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023