Aviemore

From cosy hotels to luxury lodges, Aviemore offers fantastic accommodation, alongside great cafés, bars, and restaurants. Whether you're after adventure or relaxation, you'll find exciting activities and local spots to make the most of your time in the Cairngorms.

Accommodation

The Cairngorm Hotel

Aviemore’s premier independent hotel, offering comfortable rooms, a lively bar, and a restaurant serving hearty meals in a central location.

Coylumbridge Aviemore Hotel

A family-friendly hotel in the Cairngorms, featuring leisure facilities, dining options, and woodland surroundings for a fun-filled Highland escape.

The Boat Country Inn Hotel

A charming country-style hotel in Boat of Garten, offering stylish rooms, a cosy bar, and a restaurant serving locally sourced dishes.

Macdonald Aviemore Resort

A large resort with multiple hotels, restaurants, a swimming pool, a cinema, and family-friendly activities in the heart of Aviemore.

Premier Inn Aviemore

A budget-friendly hotel with comfortable rooms, an on-site restaurant, and a convenient location for exploring Aviemore and the Cairngorms.

Sweeney Rooms Aviemore

Modern, stylish self-catering accommodation in Aviemore, ideal for couples and small groups looking for comfort and flexibility during their stay.

Seasgair Lodges

Luxury self-catering lodges set in stunning Highland locations, offering high-end amenities, beautiful interiors, and a peaceful retreat in nature.

Camping in Aviemore

A well-equipped campsite offering pitches for tents, caravans, and motorhomes, with excellent facilities and easy access to outdoor activities.

High Range – Aviemore Holiday Complex

A family-run complex with modern rooms, self-catering chalets, and a touring park. Amenities include a play park, bike storage, EV charging, laundry facilities, and a pizzeria.

Cafés, Bars and Restaurants

Route 7 Café

A family-friendly spot offering hearty and healthy food options, with vegan-friendly choices and a welcoming atmosphere.

The Coffee Pot

A cosy café known for its friendly service, offering a range of homemade cakes, light lunches, and quality coffee.

The Barn Café at Rothiemurchus

A charming spot offering hearty breakfasts, light lunches, and home baking. Features a log burner for cosy winter warmth.

The Pine Marten Bar

An alpine-themed bar offering a variety of beverages, live music nights, and a cosy atmosphere with a log burner.

The Old Bridge Inn

A riverside bar offering a selection of local beers, whiskies, and live music in a rustic setting.

The Balavoulin

A lively bar in the heart of Aviemore, serving great pub food, craft beers, cocktails, and whiskies, with regular live music.

Smiffy’s Fish and Chip Shop

Aviemore’s go-to spot for classic fish and chips, burgers, and seafood. Enjoy generous portions, fast service, and tasty takeaway options.

Anderson's Restaurant

A relaxed, informal, family-friendly restaurant that uses local Scottish produce to create delicious dishes.

The Cairngorm Hotel

A hotel offering good food and a lively local bar, providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Activities

Strathspey Steam Railway

Experience a nostalgic journey through the Highlands on a heritage steam train, offering scenic views of the Cairngorms National Park.

Rothiemurchus Estate

A vast estate offering outdoor activities like wildlife watching, fishing, quad biking and clay shooting amidst ancient Caledonian pine forests.

The Cairngorm Reindeer Herd

Meet and feed Britain's only free-ranging reindeer herd, with guided hill trips providing an up-close experience.

Landmark Forest Adventure Park

A family-friendly theme park featuring high ropes courses, water slides, and nature trails, suitable for all ages.

Highland Wildlife Park

Home to native Scottish species and exotic animals, including polar bears and Amur tigers, in a safari-style setting.

Highland Folk Museum

An open-air museum showcasing Highland life from the 1700s to the 1960s, with reconstructed buildings and live demonstrations.

More Information

The accommodation, cafés, bars, restaurants, activities, and attractions listed here are just a selection of what Aviemore has to offer. For the latest information on where to stay, eat, and explore in the Cairngorms National Park, head to Visit Cairngorms .

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