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The Macdonald Spey Valley Resort is set within a scenic, magical part of the Scottish Highlands, in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park.
Renowned golf course architect Dave Thomas was commissioned to build in one of the most picturesque locations on offer in Scotland. To match his brief, he has created the Spey Valley Championship Golf Course, a layout that is challenging, particularly at 7,118 yards from the medal tees, but is not so difficult that the average golfer cannot enjoy the stunning scenery.
Accommodation consists of the 4-star Macdonald Aviemore Hotel, the Highlands Hotel and around 90 Villas, Chalets and Apartments, all of which are located just 5 minutes from the golf course. Voted as one of the best golf resorts in Scotland the Macdonald Spey Valley Resort is a perfect option for a golf break in the Scottish Highlands.
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Spey Valley has matured over the years, and is being tipped for recognition among the top Scottish courses. The signature hole is undoubtedly the par-5 fifth hole; measuring 641 yards, it is unlikely that even the longest out there will be having a go at the green. It is reasonable to view Spey Valley as a hidden Gem in the Scottish Highlands, but it seems unlikely that it will remain that way.
As you would expect from Dave Thomas, this is a ‘proper' golf course, and accompanied by the vivid purple heather and towering peaks of the Cairngorms National Park, it becomes a truly awesome place.
| Par | 72 |
|---|---|
| Designed by | Dave Thomas |
| Opened for play | 2006 |
| Blue | 7,118 yards | SSS 75 |
|---|---|---|
| White | 7,017 yards | SSS 75 |
| Yellow | 6,653 yards | SSS 73 |
| Red | 5,924 yards | SSS 76 |
At the Aviemore Resort, there are two excellent hotels to choose from; accommodation is available in either the 4* Macdonald Highlands Hotel or the 4* Macdonald Aviemore Hotel, both of which are firm favourites with our golf experts.
The Macdonald Highland Hotel offers its patrons the customs and service of a top Scottish venue and has been tastefully designed and furnished in a contemporary, stylish fashion.
Guests are guaranteed the best in comfort and convenience as a base to experience all that Aviemore resort and its surroundings have to offer.
With all that is on offer in Aviemore, a reliable and comfortable base is crucial to recover from the exertion of all the activities, and the Macdonald Aviemore Highland Resort provides just that.
Aviemore can leave you feeling a bit worn out, so take advantage of the Vital Beauty Spa, which offers a full range of wellness and beauty treatments for both men and women. From hot stone therapy to special bridal packages, allow the specially trained staff at the spa to pamper properly. For the more active, there is a state-of-the-art gym, with the latest in fitness technology, and an excellent swimming pool.
The resort is famous for its outdoor activities including golf, watersports, and winter sports or ascend the mountain on the Cairngorm Funicular, Scotland's highest mountain railway.
Dining options include the Aspects Restaurant, the sophisticated signature restaurant for the best in local cuisine. Maybe enjoy a night-cap in The Laggan, whisky and cocktail bar, with 100 single malts on offer, including over 60 from the Speyside area, even the connoisseur will be spoiled for choice.
Cairngorm Brewery's Black Gold beer has recently been voted the best in Scotland. Visit the brewery to try it for yourself...
Macdonald Aviemore Highlands Resort & Spey Valley Golf Course is located 30 miles south east of Inverness off the A9.
Address: Aviemore Centre, Aviemore, Highlands, Scotland, PH22 1PN
Geraldine
✓14 Oct 2025
Staff members were friendly, polite and professional.
Graham
✓14 Sep 2025
The hotel is a maze but rooms and restaurant very good. Short walk into town.
Alistair
✓3 Jun 2025
Enjoyed our stay in this hotel Not as plush as used to be. Will need makeover in next couple of years. £7 plus a pint across whole resort Is a bit steep The fish and sports bar is not same standard as rest. Also sports bar that dors not show Champions league final ?. Feels like im complaing but i would stay again
Alasdair
✓31 Mar 2025
Really good hotel great value and very friendly staff Corridors a wee bit tired but perfectly acceptable Very clean
Sean
✓17 Oct 2024
Stephen
✓5 Sep 2023
Enjoyable overnight stay
Ross
✓2 May 2023
The hotel complex is exactly that! Complex to find your way to the correct hotel of the many from Macdonald hotels on site. The room was small twin but comfortable for the night. Swimming pool was jam packed with families and no designated swimming lanes allocated. Steam room was good. The food at night was decent - you only get 1 course for your £25 allocation, but it was a good burger. Breakfast was buffet and plentiful.
Mark
✓5 Sep 2022
fantastic beds, great staff
Richard
✓22 Jun 2022
Excellent food
Keith
✓5 Jun 2022
Hotel was lovely, room was very good and staff courteous and professional. Only downside was dinner in Giovannis was very poor. Breakfast was very good so overall experience was very good
Geraldine
✓14 Oct 2025
Fabulous views. Interesting holes. Greens recently cored and very sandy but not surprising at this time of year.
Graham
✓14 Sep 2025
The course was in great condition. Scenery stunning. Long course, with distances between some greens and tees making a buggy essential.
Alistair
✓3 Jun 2025
Enjoyed the course. Is a long trek All the buggies booked out both days Will book earlier next time
Alasdair
✓31 Mar 2025
BRILLIANT golf course. Great design and fantastic condition for March in the Highlands. Greens were true and good condition. Despite heavy rain course held up very well. Staff VERY friendly and club-house cosy and welcoming
Sean
✓17 Oct 2024
Course closed on the first day due to bad weather. Opened on second day, long course but very nice, greens had been treated so were not great but that's just course management as they need to be done sometime.
Stephen
✓5 Sep 2023
Tough track in the wind , group enjoyed the course, would recommend buggies , for your rounds beautiful scenery course in great shape 👍⛳️⛳️⛳️⛳️⛳️
Ross
✓2 May 2023
Really good course, long and challenging. If you’re a high handicapper then you’ll need lots of balls and good fortune. The practice facilities are very good. The pro shop staff very helpful and a good laugh. The buggy was a definite purchase and worth the £40. One of the best inland courses in Scotland - no doubt.
Mark
✓5 Sep 2022
an expected challenge. Lovely environment.
Richard
✓22 Jun 2022
Fantastic course just right for length difficulty , greens great
Keith
✓5 Jun 2022
Lovely set out course, but not quite at its peak, they said it was probably another couple of weeks till right as they were behind schedule due to weather( late snow)so will be back😊
Check-in from 4pm | Check-out from 11am
7-10am
Casual
Aspects
Yes
Yes
£50 plus discretionary
There are 5 bars on site
There is complimentary car parking
