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Just 6 miles from the foot of Ben Lomond, this friendly 4-star hotel has a quiet location, on the shores of Loch Ard. It has a spa, a select menu of wines and whiskeys, and an on-site activity center. The Garden Restaurant at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa has views of the hills, forest and loch. Dishes are made using fresh, seasonal local ingredients. A lounge bar with lighter meals and afternoon teas is also available. The rooms are decorated in warm tones and they all have a private bathroom. They also include tea/coffee making facilities and many have balconies with views out over Loch Ard to the Trossachs. The activity center offers mountain biking, rock-climbing, fly-fishing, guided walks and archery. Forest Hills's own Vital Health Club and Spa boasts exclusive beauty treatments and therapies designed to enhance a relaxing stay.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Macdonald Hotels & Resorts
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free Parking Available On Site

Activities:

Tennis court

Fitness center

Fishing


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.1
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
7.0
Location
9.2
Free Wifi
7.7
Low score for Aberfoyle

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Stephanie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location is amazing and the facilities are great. Room was spacious, clean and had everything I needed for my stay. The grounds are beautiful and the proximity to the loch makes it a lovely place to stay.
  • Nathalie
    Canada Canada
    Beautiful building, rooms and grounds. Even better than we expected.
  • Beatrice
    Canada Canada
    Beautiful property it’s a bit of a drive to get to restaurants but the hotel has a restaurant as well as a bar (just make sure to make a reservation and check the hours) the rooms are rustic and authentically Scottish feel. What stood out the most...
  • Karen
    United States United States
    It is a beautiful historical property on a golf course with beautiful grounds. Dinner was delicious and the bar has a library feel where you can have afternoon tea or a drink before dinner. I also like that it was not very far from the airport...
  • Gordon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location, spacious room in the main hotel. Beautiful grounds with large spa. Very popular for weekend breaks and biking. Enjoyed the food, but every meal needed to be booked.
  • Juulia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Our room was very spacious and the hotel surroundings were beautiful. We also appreciated that we were able to bring our dog with us and felt he was very welcome in the hotel. There was a small additional charge for him staying.
  • Iñigo
    Latvia Latvia
    Both the hotel and the surroundings are spectacular. The breakfast is totally worth it, varied and tasty. The beds are large and comfortable. The pool is great for swimming. A perfect hotel to unwind in the middle of nature with the family.
  • Jones
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Booked for my parents and two elderly relatives. They say the staff went above and beyond - especially with the older contingent. Exceptional views from the rooms. Beautiful grounds.
  • Belinda
    Australia Australia
    We loved everything about this beautiful hotel, the old world, charm, the gorgeous location, the beautiful views and the stunning gardens. The vegan breakfast was excellent, and the staff were all very friendly and helpful.
  • Craig
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Like the little walk you can do around the grounds, the waterfall was great.

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • The Garden Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      British • European
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Resort facilities at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa

Most popular amenities

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Fold-up bed

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Activities

  • Tennis equipment
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Mini golf
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Darts
  • Ping-pong
  • Pool table
  • Playground
  • Game room
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tennis court

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Outdoor play equipment for kids

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry

Business Facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

General

  • Pet bowls
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Bathroom emergency cord

Indoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Heated pool
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Spa

  • Locker rooms
  • Fitness
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
    Additional charge
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Hungarian
  • Polish

House rules
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Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardCash is not accepted

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

The credit/debit card used to book a pre-paid rate must be presented to reception on arrival at the hotel. Please note that failure to do so will result in an alternative payment method being required.

Please note that the hotel doesn't accept any cash payments.

All children aged 2 years and younger stay free of charge in a crib. The maximum number of cribs in a room is 2.

When booking 7 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa

  • Check-in at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Room options at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa include:

    • Double
    • Suite
  • Guests staying at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.2).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet
    • À la carte
  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa on this page.

  • Yes, Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa is 3.7 miles from the center of Aberfoyle. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Fitness center
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Playground
    • Pool table
    • Game room
    • Ping-pong
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Mini golf
    • Darts
    • Pedicure
    • Locker rooms
    • Beauty services
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Swimming pool
    • Tennis equipment
    • Spa facilities
    • Waxing services
    • Fitness
    • Facial treatments
    • Body treatments
    • Manicure
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Steam room
  • Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa has 1 restaurant:

    • The Garden Restaurant
  • The prices at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.