MacDonald Spey Valley Resort

Macdonald Spey Valley Resort in Aviemore pairs a modern championship course with mountain views, woodland, and the River Spey running through the landscape, creating a relaxed Highland golf base with strong leisure facilities and easy access to outdoor activities, whisky trails, and the Cairngorms.

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Highland Golf in Wide Open Scenery

Macdonald Spey Valley Resort sits on the edge of Aviemore, right in the Cairngorms National Park, so the setting is a big part of the appeal. This isn’t coastal links golf, it’s inland Highland golf with forests, open skies, and the River Spey weaving through the course. The Spey Valley Championship Course is right next to the resort and is the clear focus, offering a modern layout with a mix of generous driving areas and tighter, more strategic holes as you approach the river.

Accommodation is apartment-style rather than hotel rooms, which works well for groups. You get space, living areas, and kitchens, making it feel easy and informal. There’s also a clubhouse with bar and food, plus access to wider Macdonald Aviemore facilities nearby, including pool, gym, and spa options.

Off the course, you’re in one of Scotland’s best outdoor spots. Walking, mountain biking, watersports, and skiing in winter are all close by, and there are plenty of distilleries and Highland villages to explore. It suits golfers who want good on-site golf but also like having things to do beyond the fairways.

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Highlands, Scotland

Golf & Spa

Championship Golf

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1 Night 2 Rounds Dinner, Bed & Breakfast

Scottish Highland GolfGolf & Spa
Price valid:1 Oct – 31 Oct 2026Departs:Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun
1 night
Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
2 rounds

2 to 16 people

Now From£149pp

2 Nights 2 Rounds Dinner, Bed & Breakfast

Scottish Highland GolfGolf & Spa
Price valid:1 Oct – 31 Oct 2026Departs:Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun
2 nights
Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
2 rounds

2 to 16 people

Now From£239pp

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Expect a well-kept, modern parkland course with a Highland backdrop rather than a traditional resort feel. Conditioning is usually strong through the main season, with fairways framed by woodland and several holes influenced by the River Spey. It’s playable for mid-handicappers but still interesting for better players, especially around the greens where positioning matters.

The atmosphere is relaxed and practical. The self-catering accommodation makes it easy for groups, and everything feels set up for an active stay rather than a formal golf break. There’s one main championship course on site, and the wider Aviemore facilities add extra options for leisure and dining. It’s convenient, scenic, and good value for a Scotland golf trip with a bit more variety.

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Really easy to deal with...

Really easy to deal with, quick responses to my questions and helpful advice. Highly professional and stress free booking. Just hope the weather is as good when we go!

Easy way to book your Golf trip

3rd Year running we have booked with the Golf Travel Centre and will probably continue to do so, they always provide what we required at a good price and has managed to sort out any bumps in the road.

Couldn’t recommend a better company...

Couldn’t recommend a better company ! Bradley was fantastic and made everything incredibly stress free. He made it a trip to remember! Thankyou !!

Outstanding

Easy, really polite and helpful. Will defo use again!

How to get what you want for your holiday

Very prompt response to our initial enquiry about our golf holiday. Came back later on the same day with a range of options. Lots of information, which made it so easy for us to make a group decision about all aspects of our holiday. Phone calls returned and polite, sociable and courteous staff.

Great service from Olly...

Great service from Olly… Very responsive and excellent attention to detail. Great price also.

Golf Travel Centre never disappoints...

Highly recommend Golf Travel Centre, this is going to be our third trip with them and it’s always so easy and stress free, I always book through Daniel who is always on hand to answer our group questions and is quick to reply. If you’re thinking of booking a golf trip give them a try.

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Oliver was unbelievably helpful in arranging our golfing trip to Spain. He gave us our quote and I then wanted to change it, no questions asked he rearranged it straight away. I would highly recommend.

Ian was quality from start to finish...

Ian was quality from start to finish and sorted us a great UK deal for 24 golfers

Great service from start to finish

Great service from start to finish, I have booked multiple trips through Ian Ali – he does all the leg work once you have floated an idea and comes back quickly to any questions or queries.
Would certainly recommend

Why Play at Macdonald Spey Valley Resort?

For many golfers, Spey Valley hits the sweet spot between destination golf and a flexible Highland getaway. You’re staying right beside the course, so mornings are simple and unrushed, and replay rounds fit easily into the day. The layout itself is varied and scenic, with enough strategy to keep better players engaged while still being enjoyable for casual rounds. Beyond golf, the location adds real value. You can play in the morning, explore the Cairngorms or a nearby distillery in the afternoon, then wind down back at the resort. It feels easy, spacious, and refreshingly low-pressure.

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