Tranquil Scottish Highlands loch-side spa retreat

Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa, Aberfoyle, Scotland, UK

Time-limited

Standard Double room
Standard Double room

Property details

A scenic Scottish Highlands retreat at a cosy hotel on the banks of Loch Ard, with an Elemis spa - includes breakfast, dinner credit, leisure access, and late check-out
  • Idyllic loch-side location: Set on the beautiful shores of Loch Ard and with easy access to both Edinburgh and Glasgow, Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa has it all. The Loch is regarded as one of the most attractive in Scotland, surrounded by forests sheltering 16 miles of walking, cycling and horse-riding trails. The loch is also excellent for fishing, boasting a great stock of brown trout, perch and pike.

  • Highlands hiatus: Open daily, the spa at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa boasts a state-of-the-art Technogym fitness centre and an 18-metre indoor pool, perfect for soothing strokes after a day outdoors. It also offers an extensive array of high-end Elemis spa treatments, including facials, massages, manicures and pedicures.

  • Award-winning eats: Prepared using the finest Scottish beef, lamb, pork and wild fish, The Garden Restaurant's authentic cuisine is sure to delight both your plate and palate. Wine and dine in an atmospheric setting with stunning views of the Trossachs, and wash it all down with the a glass from the impressive selection of Scottish whiskies.

How to get there

The nearest train station to the hotel is in Balloch, approximately 20 miles away. Trains are available from across the UK, though you'll probably have to change in Glasgow. Glasgow Airport is just under an hour's drive away. The hotel is easily reached by car from either the M8 or M9 motorways.

Good to know

Please note that spa treatments must be booked a minimum of 48 hours prior to arrival to avoid disappointment.

Entry requirements


The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.

  • Idyllic loch-side location: Set on the beautiful shores of Loch Ard and with easy access to both Edinburgh and Glasgow, Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa has it all. The Loch is regarded as one of the most attractive in Scotland, surrounded by forests sheltering 16 miles of walking, cycling and horse-riding trails. The loch is also excellent for fishing, boasting a great stock of brown trout, perch and pike.

  • Highlands hiatus: Open daily, the spa at Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa boasts a state-of-the-art Technogym fitness centre and an 18-metre indoor pool, perfect for soothing strokes after a day outdoors. It also offers an extensive array of high-end Elemis spa treatments, including facials, massages, manicures and pedicures.

  • Award-winning eats: Prepared using the finest Scottish beef, lamb, pork and wild fish, The Garden Restaurant's authentic cuisine is sure to delight both your plate and palate. Wine and dine in an atmospheric setting with stunning views of the Trossachs, and wash it all down with the a glass from the impressive selection of Scottish whiskies.

How to get there

The nearest train station to the hotel is in Balloch, approximately 20 miles away. Trains are available from across the UK, though you'll probably have to change in Glasgow. Glasgow Airport is just under an hour's drive away. The hotel is easily reached by car from either the M8 or M9 motorways.

Good to know

Please note that spa treatments must be booked a minimum of 48 hours prior to arrival to avoid disappointment.

Entry requirements


The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.

Facilities

  • Parking

  • Spa

  • Wi-Fi

  • Swimming pool

  • Bar

  • Restaurant

  • Reception

  • Fitness centre

  • Pet friendly

  • Terrace

  • Family-friendly facilities

  • Room service

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Some facilities may require reservations and are subject to availability. Additional charges may apply.

This property is generally suitable for those with reduced mobility. Please enquire through our contact us page if you have any questions on the accessibility of this property for persons with reduced mobility.

Location and what's nearby

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Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa, Kinlochard, Aberfoyle, Stirling FK8 3TL

Offering the best of both worlds, the loch-side Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa is an hour and a half from Edinburgh and an hour from Glasgow. Just six miles away lies Ben Lomond, the southernmost of the Munro mountains - for the more adventurous, it's approximately a five-hour climb to the top. There are also excellent kayaking and water sports opportunities on Loch Lomond at the mountain's base, plus a number of championship golf courses in the area for you to tee off in. You're in the Trossachs National Park, so expect enchanting scenery like shimmering lochs, tranquil forests and shady glens; bring your walking boots and a waterproof jacket so you can get out and explore.
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Need additional help with your booking? Call our Concierge team on + 44 2039 807 013 (Monday to Friday, 9am-6pm).