Macdonald Aviemore Resort
Aviemore, Inverness-shire, Scotland
Not a boutique bolthole, but in the Cairngorms with small children it's hard to beat: a lagoon pool and towering soft play for wet days, a cinema for the evening, and reindeer, wildlife parks and steam trains a short drive away.
For the children
- Playground
- Pool
- Indoor play
- Outdoor play
- Cinema
- Golf
- Nature activities
- Family rooms
- Best for
- Young families on a Highlands adventure
- Ages
- All ages
- Pool
- Lagoon pool complex
- Family rooms
- Several hotels plus woodland lodges and holiday homes
- Outdoors
- Outdoor play park, cycling, walking, watersports, skiing nearby
We only list facilities we could confirm on their website — something not listed may still be there.
Days out nearby
Landmark Forest Adventure Park ↗
~8 miles · ~15 mins
Adventure park · nearby attraction
Water coasters, a wild-water ride, treetop trails, a fire tower and a big adventure play area among the pines near Aviemore. There is enough to keep toddlers and teens equally happy for a day.
~10 miles · ~15 mins
Wildlife park · nearby attraction
Polar bears, Scottish wildcats, snow monkeys and tigers in a dramatic Cairngorms setting, with a drive-through reserve of deer and bison. A highlight of any Highland family trip. Bring binoculars for the reserve.
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Family facilities
- Play area
A guide, not a guarantee. Shown only where the venue or a trusted source has told us. Not listed doesn't mean not available — check with the venue if it matters for your visit.
Researched by Tumble in October 2026 from each place's own website. Tumble doesn't take these bookings — prices, availability and children's club details change, so check with them before you book. Distances and travel times are approximate.