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Macdonald Forest Hills Resort

4.0 star property
Resort in Stirling with 2 restaurants and full-service spa
your current months are November, 2024 and December, 2024.
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Superior Two Bedroom Apartment | Terrace/patio
Indoor pool
Aerial view
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Daily full breakfast (GBP 17.95 per person)

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Kinlochard, The Trossachs, Stirling, Scotland, FK8 3TL
  • Go Country, Forest Hills Water Sport Centre
    8 min walk
  • David Marshall Lodge Visitor Centre
    5 min drive
  • Loch Ard Forest
    23 min drive
  • Glasgow (GLA-Glasgow Intl.)
    74 min drive

Room options

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Traditional Three Bedroom Apartment

Traditional Three Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Dishwasher
TV
3 bedrooms
Shower/bath combination
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Single Beds

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

Standard Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Dishwasher
TV
2 bedrooms
Shower/bath combination
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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

Superior Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Dishwasher
TV
2 bedrooms
Shower/bath combination
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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

Superior One Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Dishwasher
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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

Traditional Plus Two Bedrooms Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Dishwasher
TV
2 bedrooms
Shower/bath combination
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Traditional Two Bedroom Apartment

Traditional Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Dishwasher
TV
2 bedrooms
Shower/bath combination
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Traditional One Bedroom Apartment

Traditional One Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Dishwasher
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single 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, (778)
The price is NZ$223
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa

About the area

Stirling

At Macdonald Forest Hills Resort, you'll be 0.6 km (0.4 mi) from Go Country, Forest Hills Water Sport Centre and 6.3 km (3.9 mi) from David Marshall Lodge Visitor Centre. Highlights at this resort include 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and a full-service spa. .A relaxing day at Elemis Spa can include hot stone massages, body wraps and body scrubs along with aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. Enjoy the 2 outdoor tennis courts, indoor swimming pool and free kids' club plus access to kayaking. Plus you'll find a gym, a sauna and Wi-Fi in public areas. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions in proximity to this 4-property class Stirling resort include Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park and Loch Lomond.
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What's nearby

  • Go Country, Forest Hills Water Sport Centre - 8 min walk
  • Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park - 17 min drive
  • Loch Ard Forest - 23 min drive
  • Ben Lomond - 29 min drive
  • Queen Elizabeth Forest Park - 32 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

Resort in Stirling with 2 restaurants and full-service spa
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 nearby 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 centre, 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 members are 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 a safe and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. Digital televisions are provided. Accommodation at this 4-star resort has kitchenettes with stovetops, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This Stirling resort provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. 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

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

Family friendly

  • Cot (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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

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

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 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 15.0 per stay.

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: from approximately GBP 17.95 for adults and from 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 GBP75 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 cots/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 cots/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

Macdonald Forest Hills Resort Stirling
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Macdonald Forest Hills Resort?

Macdonald Forest Hills Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Macdonald Forest Hills Resort?

Yep, Macdonald Forest Hills Resort has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Macdonald Forest Hills Resort?

Yep, Elemis Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as hot stone massages.

Does Macdonald Forest Hills Resort have a pool?

Macdonald Forest Hills Resort has an indoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at Macdonald Forest Hills Resort?

Macdonald Forest Hills Resort features a full-service spa, an indoor pool and 2 restaurants.

What makes Macdonald Forest Hills Resort a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Macdonald Forest Hills Resort.

Is Macdonald Forest Hills Resort family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free children's club and a playground, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Macdonald Forest Hills Resort is a hit with families.

Does Macdonald Forest Hills Resort serve breakfast?

Yep, full brekkie is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Macdonald Forest Hills Resort?

No, Macdonald Forest Hills Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Macdonald Forest Hills Resort?

Yep, Macdonald Forest Hills Resort has 2 restaurants.

What time are check-in & check-out at Macdonald Forest Hills Resort?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Macdonald Forest Hills Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 139 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 139 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 139 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 139 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 139 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

4/10 Poor

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

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

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jordan

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in the self catering lodges and it looked like something out of a care home. Furniture dated back to the 60’s and a musty/damp smell throughout. Shower screen was hanging off, bath panels were hanging off and the drawers didn’t have runners so were lying squint. The WiFi only worked in the main living room, and at this it kept cutting out. We weren’t allowed to book breakfast or dinner as it was kept for hotel guests. Poor attitude from staff, false advertisement of lodges and just an overall disappointing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

James

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Great place but could be better
Overall lovely hotel and location with great facilities. All staff we encountered were polite, helpful and friendly. We ate in the Garden Room restaurant with our kids and it was more upmarket but lovely food and staff, just more expensive which was expected. One member of staff had a slight body hygiene issue and a dirty shirt which you wouldn’t expect in a more upmarket restaurant but he was very friendly and served us well. We stayed in an apartment which was very spacious and had good facilities like a sauna and corner bath but some things needed upgraded or didn’t work. Our main issue with the apartment was that although it was clean, there were dog hairs on the throws on the beds and this is not good for people who have allergies. My partner has allergies to dogs and it can bring on his asthma. It would be good to have the option of having a room or apartment that is totally pet free but this isn’t the case unfortunately. The changing rooms in the swimming pool building need upgrading but there are a lot of other things to do during the day that we didn’t see.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Moira

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Maura

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

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

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Quais

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

JM

Travelled with family
A bit disappointing as had no hot water for first day and a half but receptionist Sam suggested while we waited for maintenance we would be fine as we could use the electric shower. Unfortunately the electric shower didn’t work either and the other 2 showers were mixers so ran cold. Maintenance eventually checked electric shower, door fell off it as he was checking it, and reported he’d have to order a new shower. We had a nice meal in the hotel and the dining staff were fab. But the carry on with the water was pretty poor and we didn’t find that Sam cared at all. I asked for a late check out to which she agreed but she took no initiative at all to offer us any sympathy or compensation - it felt like our issues were an inconvenience to her.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
1980s time warp for setting and service
We stayed in a two bedroom apartment which looked like it hadn’t been decorated since the 1980s. Facilities were good and everything was very clean however paint flaking away from ceilings and mould in bathrooms was very disappointing. The sauna in the apartment was a nice treat and we had lots of space which was great with two kids a dog. Views out of the living room was lovely too. The food in the hotel was nice but the service was terrible. Nobody seemed to be in charge and service was shambolic at times and painfully slow at best. Prices on menus didn’t reflect what was being charged and in general expensive for the setting and service. I’ve stayed in very nice hotels that don’t charge as much for a pint. My wife visited the spa and said it was excellent. The pool area was a bit run down with lots of things out of order throughout the hotel. There are also Elemis hand dispensers throughout toilets which are filled with different products which is misleading! The weather was terrible during our visit so there wasn’t much to do. There’s a section with books and one puzzle. Would have been great to see more games for some entertainment.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
3rd time here
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023