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Macdonald Forest Hills Resort

4.0 star property
Enjoy 2 restaurants at this 4-star Stirling resort

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Superior Two Bedroom Apartment | Terrace/patio
Property entrance
Indoor pool
Traditional One Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen
2 bars/lounges

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

Map
Kinlochard, The Trossachs, Stirling, Scotland, FK8 3TL
  • Go Country, Forest Hills Water Sport Centre
    8 min walk
  • The Wee Bleather
    9 min walk
  • Arrochar & Tarbet Station
    66 min drive
  • Glasgow (GLA-Glasgow Intl.)
    74 min drive

Room options

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Traditional Three Bedroom Apartment

Traditional Three Bedroom Apartment

  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Two Bedroom Apartment

  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Two Bedroom Apartment

  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior One Bedroom Apartment

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Traditional Plus Two Bedrooms Apartment

  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Traditional Two Bedroom Apartment

Traditional Two Bedroom Apartment

  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Traditional One Bedroom Apartment

Traditional One Bedroom Apartment

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa

Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
Parking included
4.1 out of 5, Very good, (783)
The price is CA $113
per night
CA $136 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan
Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa

About the area

Stirling

In Stirling .A stay at this resort places you within half a mile (1 km) of Go Country, Forest Hills Water Sport Centre and 6 miles (10 km) of David Marshall Lodge Visitor Centre. Rob Roy's Grave and Doon Hill and Fairy Knowe are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Rob Roy's Grave - 6 min drive
  • Loch Ard Forest - 23 min drive
  • Ben Lomond - 29 min drive
  • Queen Elizabeth Forest Park - 32 min drive
  • Loch Lomond - 40 min drive

Getting around

  • Balloch Station - 28 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Liz Macgregors Coffee Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Station - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Faerie Tree - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Brig o' Turk Tearoom - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Pier Cafe - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Macdonald Forest Hills Resort

Enjoy 2 restaurants at this 4-star Stirling resort
Macdonald Forest Hills Resort offers its guests a full-service spa, outdoor tennis courts, and an indoor pool. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee.

There are 4 meeting rooms available. A fitness center, a sauna, and spa services are also featured at the business-friendly Macdonald Forest Hills Resort. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Stirling resort is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Macdonald Forest Hills Resort offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies. Digital television is provided. Accommodations at this 4-star resort have kitchenettes with stovetops, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and dishwashers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Stirling resort provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Elemis Spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include hot stone massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy.

The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 5 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Languages

English, Hindi

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Free children's club
  • Indoor pool
  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (GBP 15 per stay)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (GBP 15 per stay)

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 7:30 AM–9:30 AM: GBP 17.95 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Fitness center
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Kayaking
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Tennis

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Digital channels
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per accommodation, per night (maximum GBP 75 per stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 15.0 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 17.95 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: GBP 15 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: GBP 15 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per accommodation, per night (maximum GBP 75 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 15.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Macdonald Forest Hills Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 144 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 144 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 144 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 144 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 144 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stevie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful loch side views from this gorgeous hotel. It’s a little run down in parts and stair well etc not the cleanest but the room is gorgeous, big and clean. The dinner room is beautiful, fantastic quality food and service. The swimming pool is gorgeous and the grounds are very picturesque. We had the best time! However food and activities are pricey
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent facilities . Great accommodation . We’d like to come back .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

george

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Room comfort
Lovely and cosy short break
Fantastic views, reception and lounge area very nice to have drinks and food in. Staff very friendly. Very comfortable bed. Elements of our apartment have been upgraded, but general updates across the property are needed. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ahmad

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice place to relax and enjoy time with family. We had a wonderful view over the loch. The rooms furnitures are old, and the floor makes a squeaky noise when walking around the rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Patrick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great location with good facilities.
Stayed in a 2 bed apartment in this fabulous location. The accommodation was very roomy with a well appointed kitchen and two sizeable bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Whilst the large kitchen lounge was bright and airy with a full width window accessing a balcony, the bedrooms only had relatively small windows, making them seem a little gloomy. The bathrooms were functional but somewhat dated with a 1980’s feel to them. One bathroom was in need of some maintenance with a large 1m crack in the ceiling through which the plaster lathe could be seen. There was a small sauna in one bathroom (which went unused). Parking outside the apartments was shared with 8 apartments in the block. This required residents to park with consideration which given the narrow nature of the slots and the generally large vehicles was somewhat problematic when arriving late at night. The location was fabulous with unobstructed of Loch Ard across the extensively wooded grounds. Access to an extensive gym/pool building was free and the gym reported to have a good selection of equipment. Having access to a vehicle is essential as the nearest significant village (Aberfoyle) is a good 10 minute drive. The onsite outdoor activity facilities were conveniently located just offsite on the edge of the loch and offered a good range of activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Duncan

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location. Good size self-catering apartments, but overall very tired and dated. Rooms look like they haven’t been updated for 30 years. Tennis court looks like it’s not been used in a decade and the playground could do with a refurb. Hotel itself is ok. Food is good in the main restaurant if a little pricey. Service was ok but very clunky overall, “you can’t book this here you have to go there” as they point 10 feet away.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Alan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Few wee days away
Family break with dog. Apartment was excellent but well used/dated but the view over the loch made up for this. Recycling could be better. We previously stayed in the hotel but this served us better this time with self catering.
Room with a view!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place and location
We stayed for 4 nights and was impressed with the room and well kept grounds. The hotel facilities were also up to a good standard and we will definitely be returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Andy

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Scott

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. Well maintained, clean and well placed in the mid of beautiful landscape with a nice view to lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Steven

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location great, accommodation poor
The location was fantastic but the room has extremely dated and very disappointing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Moira

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were 6 adults and 2 children in our group. We stayed in a 3 bedroom apartment and were more than happy with its condition. It was very clean, spacious and had everything required for a self catering stay, although if I’m honest a 2 slice toaster is a bit of a challenge at breakfast time. 😬 The hotel itself is also very well looked after. We had lunch in the lounge area and the food was great. We used the leisure facilities and had no complaints there. The pool is a great size. The grounds of the resort are a credit to the staff. They are beautifully kept and an absolute pleasure to sit in and wander about. The staff we came into contact with were friendly and efficient. We would definitely love to return to the resort in future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellant Resort Stay
Great accommodation and facilities . Staff are fabulously friendly and helpful Made for a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Weekend in Scotland
We went on a holiday weekend with family visiting from Philippines. The location was beautiful and the scenery is breathtaking. The hotel was clean. Staff was attentive. We did not had hot water on our 2nd night, but the staff were quick enough to have it checked first thing in the morning. Hotel has its own charm, which is unique in its own way. We stayed in a 3 bedroom apartment, great to have basic amenities plus having the steam/sauna room was a bonus. Carpets needs changing and the plumbing needs checking, you can hear the glug sounds after turning off the faucet. But all in all we had a lovely stay, home away from home. We will definitely book again 😃❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Heather

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Chris

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Tony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful Sterlingshire.
Beautiful location, plenty to do nearby and when the weather was poor, there was the health spa. Slightly disappointed the squash court pictured in the website gallery has two pool tables sat in it (sacrilege to any squash player!)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ender

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Tony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The excellent view from the apartment. The welcome package with dishwashing tablets and cloths and utensils. The apartment was well equipped and had everything you needed to cook a meal. The apartment was cosy and clean. We did feel the pricing of the meal at the bar was expensive for what you received and wasn’t value for money. On the whole the staff were nice and friendly. There was an occasion when we arrived at our apartment and the smell in the apartment was not to our liking, we made a staff member aware but there was no suggestion to help remedy this which we feel would have been good service. Overall, we would be happy to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024