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About Resort

Dalfaber Drive, Aviemore, United Kingdom, PH22 1ST

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Spacious Two Bedroom Apartment

Max:

2 persons

485 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 Single beds

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Classic One Bedroom Apartment

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2 persons

595 sq. feet

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2 Single beds

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Classic Family Chalet

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2 persons

595 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Getting around

Explore a range of transportation options for your spa getaway

City Centre

Aviemore3000 ft

Airports

Inverness (INV) 35.9 mi

Dundee (DND) 97.4 mi

Bus

Bus stop 3.7 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Invigorating Pool!

“The pool was a highlight of our visit, perfectly warm and inviting, making it enjoyable for the whole family.” view full review

Well-Equipped Kitchen

“The kitchen in our chalet was fully stocked with everything we needed to prepare meals, which made our stay very convenient.” view full review

Kid-Friendly Fun!

“The children's facilities were great; my kids loved the variety of activities available, keeping them entertained throughout our stay.” view full review

Excellent Sports Facilities

“I was impressed with the variety of sports facilities available, especially the tennis courts and golf options, catering to all levels of play.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Paid Wi-Fi in public areas
Free parking
Off-site car park
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Locker room
Ski storage
Barber shop
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Ski school
Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Tennis court
Badminton
Golf course
Billiard tables
Table tennis
Squash

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Pet amenities available
Laundry
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Playpen
Board games
Children's menu
Children's play area
Kids club
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Sauna
Turkish bath
Steam room
Shallow end

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Dining table

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Dalfaber Drive, Aviemore, United Kingdom, PH22 1ST

Map view

Dalfaber Drive, Aviemore, United Kingdom, PH22 1ST

City landmarks

Aviemore Station

Strathspey Steam Railway

1.1 mi

North end of Aviemore Aviemore Village near Kingussie

Aviemore Ring Cairn and Stone Circle

3300 ft

Glenmore Glenmore Glenmore Cairngorm Road

Glenmore Forest Park

3100 ft

Rothiemurchus Centre

Rothiemurchus

1.5 mi

Night club

The Vault

5200 ft

Aviemore Centre

1.1 mi

Nature reserve

Craigellachie National Nature Reserve

1.6 mi

Park

TreeZone Aviemore

1.6 mi

River Druie

2.3 mi

Loch Pityoulish

4.1 mi

Gallery

1896 Gallery and Coffee Shop

4.2 mi

Nearby

Dalfaber Industrial Estate

Extreme Dream Climbing Centre

900 ft

Restaurants

Fish&Chips

3100 ft

Aviemore Shopping Centre Grampian Road Units 2 & 3 Shopping Centre

Reviews and Ratings <br />

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

68%

loved the resort and would return for another relaxing stay

Spacious accommodations

Beautiful mountain views

Poor service experience

Disappointing dining options

6.8/10

Nice

Rooms

6.8

Location

8.3

Service

6.3

Dining

6.8

Cameron

United Kingdom, February 2025

7.6/10

Our stay at the resort was a mixed bag. While the lodge offered a comfortable space and the amenities were enjoyable, we noticed that some areas, especially the outdoor facilities, could use more attention. The staff was friendly and welcoming, which made the experience more pleasant, but we did encounter some issues with cleanliness that were disappointing given the price we paid.

Rooms

7.0

The chalet was comfortable and generally clean, but it could have benefitted from deeper cleaning and some repairs.

Service

8.0

The staff were friendly and accommodating, which made our stay more enjoyable despite the few hiccups we experienced.

Location

7.0

The grounds of the resort were lovely, with potential for beautiful scenery, but they could have been maintained better to enhance the overall experience.

Dining

9.0

The restaurant offered a fantastic dining experience with delicious food cooked to high standards, though the initial service was a tad formal.

Facilities

7.0

Overall facilities were enjoyable, particularly the pool area, but a few amenities were not well-maintained.

Olivia

United Kingdom, February 2025

6.4/10

My recent stay at the resort was quite mixed. On one hand, I found the spacious lodgings comfortable enough for my family, and the picturesque mountain views were a definite highlight. However, the service was lackluster during a crucial moment, and the check-in experience left much to be desired. Overall, while there are some good points, I would hesitate to return based on the service issues.

Rooms

8.0

The spacious lodgings provided plenty of room for my family, and I loved the beautiful mountain views from our chalet.

Service

5.0

While some staff members were pleasant, there were clear understaffing issues, and it felt like there wasn't enough support to address our concerns effectively.

Location

9.0

The location is peaceful, with easy access to various activities within the Cairngorms, making it a great base for exploring.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was disappointing compared to my expectations, with unrefreshingly displayed food options that didn’t live up to the resort’s reputation.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were decent overall, but I feel certain areas were neglected, especially around the dining services.

Spacious accommodations

Poor service experience

Susan

United Kingdom, December 2024

6.4/10

The resort has a lovely atmosphere and offers spacious and comfortable lodgings, making it ideal for families. The staff was friendly and accommodating, ensuring a pleasant stay. However, the facilities are showing signs of wear, and some amenities could use updates. While the location is appealing, it's unfortunate that some areas have not been well-maintained.

Rooms

6.0

The accommodations are spacious and comfortable, but they really need some renovations to become more inviting. Overall, I would rate this aspect a 6 out of 10 due to the tired decor.

Service

7.0

I found the service to be generally good, with helpful staff, although I did have some issues with check-in that took longer than expected. Rating: 7 out of 10.

Location

8.0

The location is convenient with beautiful surroundings, close to various leisure activities, earning a solid 8 out of 10.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were decent, but improvements could be made in variety and quality; I’d rate it a 6 out of 10.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities were lacking in some areas, with the pool and other amenities needing updates. I'd give them a 5 out of 10.

Victoria

United Kingdom, October 2024

7.0/10

The resort's location is ideal, perfect for exploring the Highlands, and the comfortable unit we stayed in was nicely furnished with thoughtful amenities. However, the chalet we were given needed some serious updating and cleanliness left a lot to be desired. Service at reception could be more welcoming, which made accessing local information a bit tricky. The dining experience was enjoyable, with good food at reasonable prices, but there wasn’t much help with transportation options.

Rooms

6.0

The chalet desperately needs updating and was not clean upon arrival, which was disappointing.

Service

5.0

Reception was not very welcoming and didn’t provide helpful information about local transport.

Location

9.0

The location is fantastic for exploring the Highland area and is close to various activities, making it a good base for adventures.

Dining

8.0

The restaurant staff were excellent, and we enjoyed good food at reasonable prices during our stay.