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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
Indoor pool
Property entrance
2 bars/lounges
Traditional One Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

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Kinlochard, The Trossachs, Stirling, Scotland, FK8 3TL
  • Place, Go Country, Forest Hills Water Sport Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Loch Lomond
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Place, Stirling Castle
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Airport, Glasgow (GLA-Glasgow Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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Traditional One Bedroom Apartment

Traditional One Bedroom Apartment

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

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Traditional Two Bedroom Apartment

Traditional Two Bedroom Apartment

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial lake view
  • 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)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 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

Traditional Three Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 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

Traditional Plus Two Bedrooms Apartment

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

  • Go Country, Forest Hills Water Sport Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Loch Lomond - 38 min drive - 47.9 km
  • Stirling Castle - 38 min drive - 45.0 km
  • University of Stirling - 40 min drive - 46.5 km
  • OVO Hydro - 50 min drive - 58.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

Property amenities

Family friendly

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

  • 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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

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

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
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
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. 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. 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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Reviews

Macdonald Forest Hills Resort Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 185 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 185 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 185 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 185 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 185 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mahwish

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

You have to visit this place! A must ☺️

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Wes

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location, lovely hotel and staff, shame that it’s been let go, needs huge investment
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alan, New York

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were supposed to be ready 5pm, which is fairly late by many hotel standards, nevertheless rooms weren't available until around 7pm. Nice apartments with great views, but no elevators and no help with luggage up 3 floors.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Comfortable but needs an upgrade

Lovely location and comfortable. Our loch side lodge was clean but very dated and the showers were not very effective. Changing rooms in spa also quite shabby.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

yousef

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

3Nights Without internet Despite Repeated Assuranc

Unfortunately we did not have internet for 3 nights. And despite informing the hotel mutiple times they promised us to fix it the follwoing day and on the following day it still was not fixed which was extremely inconvenient as we had no coverage on our cellphone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a retreat. Lives out stay and lived the accommodations. So great for my family of 4 adults.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Mrs Rachel

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Travelled with family and small children
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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We booked this hotel at the last minute rather than going into Glasgow. It's unique. Hard to describe really. Our apartment not only had a kitchen and three bathrooms, but also a fully functioning sauna. the rugs were a bit dingy but overall it was amazing. the staff could not be more helpful or pleasant. We only ate at the restaurant once for a Caesar salad, and I might skip that. the grounds are stunning as you can see in the photos. A couple things you might want to know. It is VERY remote. it's 20 minutes on single track to get to aberfoyle, the closest very small town. But we did go to Ballard, a bit farther and took the train into Glasgow from there one day, Also wonderful access to Loch Loman and Loch Katrine and Sterling. Also the Expedia website says that the hotel does not have a reception desk and that there is no check in after 7 pm. This is not true. Wonderful reception open all hours.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

shoeb mohamed

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was okay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Travelled with family
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

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nikki, York

Travelled with family
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

8/10 Good

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The self catering accommodation was great for our family of four. Two bedrooms, three bathrooms with a lovely balcony and view across the water. The weather was wonderful which made our stay really special. The accommodation was excellent value for money given we visited during the Easter break, we are already planning when to head back. Lots of things to do including lovely walks, boat trips and even some wild swimming although the water was cold as we were told by some local swimmers that the water temp was impacted by melted snow peaks. Expect it to be at a more agreeable temperature from May. Food at the hotel seemed expensive so we ate locally or dined in as there was a full kitchen. Lots of places to visit to enjoy eating out with the Faerie Tree Inn and their chicken fajitas being a particular highlight. The pool on site was great for families but filled up quickly, there were points where it felt too busy to enjoy but it didn’t stop us visiting it every day! Spa treatment options available. I indulged in a luxurious facial which I would highly recommend. We had a lovely break, plenty of time for adventure and relaxation. Would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

LAURENCE

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

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

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024