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Macdonald Forest Hills Resort

4.0 star property
Travelers can indulge in rejuvenating Elemis Spa treatments or explore the scenic countryside waters through canoeing and kayaking adventures

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Macdonald Forest Hills Resort offers a peaceful rural retreat with pampering spa services like manicures and hydrotherapy. Guests can relax by the fireplace or enjoy rowing and water activities. The resort's attentive staff consistently earns high praise from previous visitors.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

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Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Dishwasher
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Traditional Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Dishwasher
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Partial lake view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Standard Two Bedroom Apartment

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Dishwasher
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Partial lake view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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Balcony
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Dishwasher
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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

Traditional Plus Two Bedrooms Apartment

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Dishwasher
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Partial lake view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Stirling, Macdonald Forest Hills Resort is in a rural area and in a national park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park and Loch Lomond. Go Country, Forest Hills Water Sport Centre and Scottish Real Ale Shop are also worth visiting. Enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding, mountain biking, and hiking/biking trails, or hop on a bike rental nearby and explore all the area has to offer. Visit our Stirling travel guide
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Kinlochard, The Trossachs, Stirling, Scotland, FK8 3TL

What's nearby

  • Loch Earn which includes forest scenes and a lake or waterhole
    Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
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    Loch Lomond
    40 min drive - 13.6 miles
  • Stirling Castle showing a cemetery
    Stirling Castle
    41 min drive - 28.0 miles
  • Wallace Monument seen from the University of Stirling
    University of Stirling
    43 min drive - 29.8 miles
  • Go Country, Forest Hills Water Sport Centre
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Station
    6 min drive
  • Liz Macgregors
    6 min drive
  • Steamship Cafe
    14 min drive
  • The Pier Cafe
    9 min drive
  • Brig O' Turk Tea Room & Restaurant
    15 min drive

About this property

Macdonald Forest Hills Resort

Upscale resort in a rural location
You can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a playground at Macdonald Forest Hills Resort. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like rowing/canoeing and fishing at this resort. Indulge in aromatherapy, a manicure/pedicure, and a facial at Elemis Spa, the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like kayaking. In-room WiFi (surcharge) is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby.
Other perks at this resort include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), 2 outdoor tennis courts, and smoke-free premises
  • Massage treatment rooms, a billiards/pool table, and 4 meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Macdonald Forest Hills Resort have thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like safes and WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • TVs with digital channels
  • Balconies, kitchenettes, and dishwashers

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Property amenities

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

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 17.95 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fishing
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Kayaking
  • Playground
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Free children's club
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • 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 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

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per accommodation, per night (maximum GBP 75 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 5 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Macdonald Forest Hills Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Macdonald Forest Hills Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Macdonald Forest Hills Resort?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Macdonald Forest Hills Resort?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Macdonald Forest Hills Resort located?

Situated in a national park, this spa resort is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Go Country, Forest Hills Water Sport Centre and within 6 mi (10 km) of David Marshall Lodge Visitor Centre and Rob Roy's Grave. Doon Hill and Fairy Knowe and Aberfoyle Golf Club are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Macdonald Forest Hills Resort Reviews

7.8

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

7.8

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 186 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 186 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 186 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 186 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 186 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic hotel and staff, stunning grounds and location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

John

The hotel is dated but the setting is amazing. The view from our room made anything else not matter
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location , but with two children there were no dining facilities on offer as the Rafters Bar was not open. The villa was clean and well equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arunwan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ayan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well maintained property and the staff was very helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 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

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved it!

Loved our stay. Theres everything in the apartment you possibly need even a sauna!!!!. There's indoor pool facilities and gym however we didn't get a chance to use it. Loved the view from the room.. so peaceful..would love to visit again..Theres a coop and wool mill nearby. Watersport opposite the site entrance.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

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

8/10 Good

Nikki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The hotel is lovely but is run down and in need of a facelift. I cannot fault it on the cleanness. The grounds are beautiful and well maintained. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Its location is superb! If you want to play tennis, the courts are terrible and in desperate need of resurfacing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Shaun

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Travelling as a single person i felt that staff didnt give a crap about me. Put into the worst apartment. Music blasting from kitchen 9am until 9pm, could hear it in all rooms of apartment but especially in bedroom. Staff did nothing when complained Food in restaraunt was very poor especially for the price. Would rather go to wetherspoons. Honestly the worst steak i have ever seen. Complained to waiter but he didnt listen and walked off. Bar staff just said they were busy so thats whats expected. The hotel grounds are lovely. Very close to hiking trails which was great. Staff didnt know about any of this and offered me a map from closest town. Pool/gym are great.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jairam

The location is very good. apartment is average, old looking and dark. stairs leading up to the apartment was unclean and filthy. Front door key was fiddly and difficult to open most of the times. Sauna was nice and the most important plus point in the apartment.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing break

Had a nice relaxing break, the grounds are beautiful with a really nice waterfall. Used the gym but didnt manage to fit in the spa facilities although they looked really nice. will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

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

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

Stevie

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

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very relaxing quiet stay in a superioir apartment well appointment amenities and all u could want in the apartment clean and well equipt . Staff were friendly and courteous
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Alan

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

8/10 Good

Alan

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

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous grounds and surrounding area. Really peaceful and well placed for scenery. Good on sight playing for children and lovely even if you don’t leave the grounds. The apartments are super spacious and love the indoor sauna and hot tub. A little cold and old fashioned but adds charm. Absolutely love coming here with my family for a little break from the city. Hoping to get a chance to visit in the summer because otherwise it’s consistently foggy and damp being right opposite the loch. This, however, is charming and atmospheric if you like that kind of thing.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

James

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Very tied apartment but enjoyed stay overall

Good location and nice apartment except the apartment was very tied and equipment was very worn, rubbish out side room was there for a couple of days and bedroom was noisy because large wimdow on to corridor plus sounds from staff smoking area and servixe area. Enjoyed the stay and good facilities with gym pool sauna and steam room and enjoyed the spa treatments.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in one of the apartments, this is a wonderful place to visit if you just want to be detached from the real world for a few days. The hotel and spa areas were in great order. The only negative for me was the carpet in our apartment was a bit grubby in places - spills that had not been cleaned. Perhaps waiting for the winter cleaning/maintenance programme to commence. Not enough to put me off, will be back in a few months.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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