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Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
Mountain hotel in Stirling with 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges

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Perched by the lake, Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa is a haven for relaxation and adventure. Indulge in spa treatments, play mini golf or racquetball/squash, and unwind at the health club or on sun loungers by the pool. Families love activities like an arcade/game room and playground while staying connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • 24-hour room service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk

For families (6)

  • Playground on site
  • Private bathroom
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is CNY1,146
CNY1,375 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22

Why we love this property

Culinary wonderland
This hotel boasts 2 restaurants serving regional cuisine, 2 bars for evening relaxation, and a full breakfast to kickstart adventurous days.
Poolside pleasure
This hotel features an inviting indoor pool area complete with comfortable loungers. Perfect for a refreshing swim any time of year.
Serenity in the mountains
Spa treatments, aromatherapy, and body scrubs await at this mountain retreat. Guests unwind in saunas, steam rooms, or peaceful gardens after workouts.

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, 1 Double Bed

Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 1 Double Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, 1 Double Bed

Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 Double Bed

Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Kinlochard, The Trossachs, Aberfoyle, Stirling, Scotland, FK8 3TL

What's nearby

  • Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Go Country, Forest Hills Water Sport Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Loch Lomond - 41 min drive - 22.4 km
  • Stirling Castle - 47 min drive - 46.2 km
  • University of Stirling - 48 min drive - 47.8 km

Getting around

  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 74 min drive
  • Balloch Station - 28 min drive
  • Alexandria Station - 31 min drive
  • Milngavie Station - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Station - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Brig O' Turk Tea Room & Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Liz Macgregors - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Scotts Bistro - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Faerie Tree - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa

Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa is a great choice for a stay in Stirling. You can visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or aromatherapy, and The Garden Restaurant, one of 2 restaurants, serves Regional cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, an indoor pool, and a health club. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 55 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–9:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Mini golf
  • Playground

What to do

  • Racquetball/squash
  • Mini golf
  • Pool table
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1904
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Health club
  • An indoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 30-inch TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Dryer

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna.

The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

The Garden Restaurant - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in Regional cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.
Rafters Bar and Bistro - This bistro specializes in Regional cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 18.00 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 15.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

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.

National rating

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

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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa and nearby?

Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes racquetball/squash. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the indoor pool. Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa also has 2 bars, a sauna, and a steam room, as well as an arcade, a picnic area, and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring Regional cuisine.

What's the area around Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa like?

Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa is located a short 8-minute walk from Go Country, Forest Hills Water Sport Centre.

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Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The spa facilities were a highlight, offering a great experience with good massages and relaxing atmosphere. (12 reviews)
  • The pool was a highlight, with many guests enjoying its warm and spacious facilities. (11 reviews)
  • The hotel is very dog friendly with rooms and lounge bar dining accessible to pets. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing value for money, lovely setting, very polite friendly staff Lovely relaxing evening
Jacqueline, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay with very friendly staff family too Was nice and spacious
Lynne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

All staff very nice, food lovely
Linda, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous hotel. Lovely grounds. Plenty of parking great location with fab views of the loch. Staff and service are second to none. Very comfortable and cosy hotel. Wonderful pool and spa. Plenty to do.
Andy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice and quiet with good views
Amit, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were amazing - our children had an amazing experience. Really appreciated how the hotel staff delivered santa stockings and hand written cards to our room for the Christmas day. The hotel was super dog friendly. It was lovely seeing so many people bringing their dogs and were permitted at the lounge. Highly recommend this warm welcoming hotel.
Nao, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Quiet and relaxing stay, great food, comfy bed, loved our stay.
Rhona, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Beautiful setting. Large and very comfortable room. But there was a long queue to check in.
Robin, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great location and views

Great location and views.
1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good value for money and beautiful location.
Sarah, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful area and very well presented hotel. Staff were friendly and facilities were great.
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Our stay was lovely the room was clean staff was friendly I did’t want to leave we will be back
Marriea, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room excellent, dining area pleasant, staff friendly and polite.
Joanna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were friendly and helpful, and worked quickly to aright any mistakes made in ordering breakfast. The room was comfortable with a fabulous view over the loch.
John, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Beautiful location. You will feel instantly calm. The hotel is cosy and clean though some of the decor is in need of an update.
Dale, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel. Comfortable, high quality with lovely staff.
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay. Stunning location. Great food and drink. Needs a lick of paint in places.
Andrew, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

staff were friendly and professional
William, 4-night trip
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6/10 Good

Great location with wonderful views .
Abdul, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property with lovely gardens. Very peaceful and meditative.
Motilal, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Friendly hotel in a quiet and scenic location in the Trossachs. Staff were helpful and there are good facilities including the swimming pool. Lots of local activities are available although water sports were closed when we were there. Traditional food was cooked excellently but there was a South Asian menu where curries were very fiery and service for these slow.
Timothy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful setting, friendly staff, good food and good value Shame the actual building is looking a bit tired and needing some tlc
Duncan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Beautiful grounds. Comfortable rooms. The food is good, not fantastic. Very likeable place to stay. The dining room is particularly attractive. Beds are ok. Good hotel.
Michael, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

The room was nice and comfortable, though a bit dated. Unfortunately, breakfast was a real disappointment — service was slow, as we had to order at the table and waited around 15 minutes just for coffee. The food itself was low quality and not worth the wait.
Camilla, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Lovely hotel and grounds. Great staff and amenities.
Kirsty, 2-night trip