Macdonald Hotel & Cabins - Kinlochleven
56.716551, -4.971528Overview
Situated only 1.1 km from Ice Factor, the 3-star Macdonald Hotel & Cabins Kinlochleven offers a summer terrace and a picnic area.
Location
Kinlochleven centre can be reached within 10 minutes' walk. The Aluminium Story also lies in the vicinity of the hotel. Feel in total harmony with nature by visiting the distinctive white - capped Stob Ban Mountain Peak, approximately 10 minutes by car from this Kinlochleven hotel.
Lochaber Road bus stop is located a stone's throw from the Macdonald Hotel & Cabins.
Rooms
The property has 9 rooms appointed with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as self-catering options such as coffee and tea making equipment. The en suite bathrooms include a separate toilet and a shower. A separate toilet and a shower, along with such comforts as hair dryers and bath sheets are also at guests' disposal.
Eat & Drink
Macdonald Hotel & Cabins has an à la carte Purple Stag restaurant that serves Italian dishes. You can try Scottish cuisine in a restaurant which is located very close by.
Leisure & Business
This hotel can arrange a variety of activities such as hiking and billiards.
Rooms and availability
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20 m²
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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27 m²
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Bed options:3 Single beds
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Essential information about Macdonald Hotel & Cabins
| 💵 Lowest room price | 168 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 700 m |
| 🗺️ Location rating | 9.4 |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 56.3 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Oban, OBN |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
- Hotels nearby
Reviews of Macdonald Hotel & Cabins
What guests liked
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Picturesque hotel by Loch Leven with cozy cabins, Bothy Bar, and direct access to hiking trails.
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missingWrote a review on 27 Janbeautiful viewscute staffcramped accommodationdisappointing breakfastlack of packed lunch options
The location offers beautiful views from the bar area, and the staff, particularly those at reception and the bar, are helpful. Expectations should be adjusted as the cabins feel cramped due to proximity to the camping area, impacting privacy. The advertised 'highland feast' at breakfast was disappointing in size and quality. Options for packed lunches were not available as promised, frustrating during our trek.
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missingWrote a review on 14 Jan
Had restful stay for two nights over the September weekend with fantastic staff and stunning location decent in the pub. Greatly enjoyed staying at the good twin room with fresh towels.
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missingWrote a review on 13 Jan
Superbly friendly and very pleasant staff with great local knowledge. Welcoming customer care, parking on-site. Not to mention good wifi!
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missingWrote a review on 20 Dec
The cozy Bothy Bar and our cabin's stunning loch views created a serene escape, although the bathroom facilities needed attention.
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missingWrote a review on 28 Novfine viewsfriendly pub
The views from the hotel are fine, ideal for walkers and climbers. The pub is friendly, and the staff are super nice. I liked how they offered great service, especially after the bedbug incident.
totally recommend
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missingWrote a review on 16 Novcozy roomscenic viewsdelicious dinnerunstable wifipoor signal
The room was cozy, with a comfy bed and an electric warmer. Loved the scenic views of the loch from the bar area and the delicious dinner on the first night.
wifi connection was unstable at times.
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missingWrote a review on 22 Octfriendly atmospherehelpful staffgreat locationpoor cleanliness
Friendly atmosphere with helpful staff. The shared toilets weren't clean enough and had unpleasant smells. Great location near whisky options in the bar.
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missingWrote a review on 14 Octfine viewschaotic check-inpoor breakfast
Fine views from the hotel and bar.
The check-in process was chaotic with no staff present. I had to wait an unreasonably long time to get help, and when someone finally showed up, they seemed clueless about the reservation. The breakfast was a letdown. Not only did we have to pay in advance, but the food was poorly prepared and barely edible.
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missingWrote a review on 12 Octwhole wheat bread rollsgreat locationclean functional rooms
The whole wheat bread rolls at breakfast were a good surprise, fantastic! Plus, the hotel's location right on the West Highland Way is spot on for adventurers, and the rooms were clean and functional....
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missingWrote a review on 06 Octcomfortviewbreakfast
Couldn't recommend more for a weekend adventure
Comfortable room, fine view, perfect for enjoying the delicious breakfast with a amazing vista overlooking the loch from the bar area.
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missingWrote a review on 09 Septloch viewscozy atmospheredelicious mealsstaff service
My stay at the Macdonald was good. The fine views of Loch Leven inspired my photography, while the cozy bar vibe made relaxation easy. Though the staff could improve their service, the delicious meals outweighed the minor inconveniences. Perfect for nature lovers!
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missingWrote a review on 28 Augfriendly stafffine viewscomfy roomsmall breakfast
Cozy stay with nice views!
Staff were super friendly, and the bar area had fine views. The food was decent, but I was a bit bummed about the breakfast being smaller than expected. A good spot for a night along the trail!
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missingWrote a review on 26 Augdelicious cajun chickencozy cabinwifi issue
I had a lovely stay at this place. The Cajun Chicken was delicious, and the cozy cabin provided everything I needed after an exhausting day. Plus, the friendly bar staff made my evenings enjoyable.
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missingWrote a review on 01 Julamazing viewsattentive stafflimited breakfast
Fine views and superb service
The staff were attentive that all our needs were met, and the atmosphere in the Bothy Bar added a lively touch to our evenings. The breakfast could use a bit more variety as it felt a little limited. This place perfectly combines natural beauty with comfortable accommodations.
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missingWrote a review on 27 Dec
Great staff who are really attentive and helpful. The place is pretty clean. And there's an amazing view of the sunset over the lake here! 🌅
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