Perfectly located for hill walking, climbing, fishing, the Malt Whiskey Trail, golf and all winter sports, this independently-owned hotel is found in the heart of Aviemore, in the Cairngorms. Set in its own wooded grounds on Aviemore's main street, the hotel is central to all your needs. All the shops, facilities and nightlife of this bustling Highland resort are within a few minute’s easy stroll. Nearby Rothiemurchus Estate offers outdoor activities for all the family – from the deer farm through to quad treks. Each morning a full highland breakfast is available to guests. Renowned for its warm atmosphere and hospitality, the Cairn is Aviemore's premier independent hotel, providing 3-star accommodations with that friendly, caring service that only a privately-owned hotel can offer.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

Free parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
1 king bed
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.2
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.2
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A lovely traditional Highland hotel, friendly staff and the restaurant food was fabulous.
  • Lanny
    United States of America United States of America
    This was a great place to stay in the heart of Aviemore which allowed easy access to all the shops and attractions by walking. Its beautifully decorated in Scottish style with a nice Pub and Restaurant on site. The room we had was small but...
  • Erin
    United States of America United States of America
    Great location. Good breakfast and value. Enjoyed the pub downstairs.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Scottish
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Gluten-free

Amenities of Cairngorm Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Ski
  • Ski storage
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Evening entertainment
  • Skiing
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Wake-up service
  • Packed lunches
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
  • Room service
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Cairngorm Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that all of our bedrooms are on the first and second floor and the property does not have a elevator.

We do not accept Group Bookings.

Pets are accepted on the first floor bedrooms but not permitted in the restaurant or bar.

There is a wheelchair elevator at the front door which provides access to the restaurant and bar areas.

Reservations of 3 or more rooms are considered a group and as such are subject to differing booking terms, with a 10% non refundable deposit.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about Cairngorm Hotel

  • Cairngorm Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

  • The prices at Cairngorm Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Cairngorm Hotel is 1,000 feet from the center of Aviemore. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Cairngorm Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Skiing
    • Evening entertainment
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Bicycle rental

  • Check-in at Cairngorm Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Room options at Cairngorm Hotel include:

    • Twin
    • Double
    • Single