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The Macdonald Hotel

2.0 of 5
Fort William Road, Kinlochleven PH50 4QL, Scotland
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The Macdonald Hotel
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Berwick-upon-Tweed, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

Stayed as part of a trip walking the West Highland Way with my wife and friends. The location is ideal for the route and the Way can be joined via a path directly opposite the hotel without any significant detour. We were made welcome upon arrival and found the rooms well appointed, although the floor was very noisy due to... More

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East Kilbride, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

Whilst walking/camping the West Highland Way with my dog Rosie, we were originally booked into the hotels campsite, but changed this to a room upon arrival due to the weather. The staff / owners were very friendly and ensured that we were well looked after. If the weather had been better that day we would have sat in the garden... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013 via mobile

My wife and I stayed in the hotel having walked 21 miles and found no one at reception on our arrival. After finding a barman we were checked in to our room with no offer of help with our bag which was simply dumped in reception despite every other hotel on the WHW delivering to our rooms. The bed was... More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We arrived at the McDonald hotel cold wet and smelly having hiked from Bridge of Orchy. The warm and friendly welcome we received from the owners (Peter and Janncke) was truly heartfelt. They simply could not have been better hosts and nothing was too much trouble for them - they went out of their way to make our stay memorable.... More

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Janneke L, Owner at The Macdonald Hotel, responded to this review
8 May 2013

Thank you Jim for your kind words. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay and look forward to your next visit!! More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013 via mobile

Staff didn't seem to want you there, didn't even offer a good morning at breakfast. Room was dated even for the 1990's with the smallest double bed in Scotland along with the smallest portable TV presumably sourced from an antique fair. Nothing like the photos or reviews, please don't expect more here than from sleeping rough outside from your stay.... More

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Janneke L, Owner at The Macdonald Hotel, responded to this review
6 May 2013

My staff and I do our very best to make all our guests feel welcome, comfortable and cared for and welcome any positive suggestions to better the stay of our guests. As you did not voice your discontent at the time, you also did not give us the opportunity to make anything right. I should also point out that bed... More

Greenock, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

Arrived at the hotel for 2 nights in the cabins onsite. There was no manned reception on our arrival however i did find someone at the bar so was no hassle at all. Our cabin was very clean and the beds were already made with some linen and pillows. However our dog unfortunately cut his paw on some glass which... More

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Janneke L, Owner at The Macdonald Hotel, responded to this review
6 May 2013

Thank you for those kind words. We loved having you and your dog was wonderful! More

Glasgow, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

I can't praise the owners and staff more! We stayed here on night 5 of the West Highland Way. My dog hurt his paw during the prevoius day and my wife went ahead with him to the hotel. The staff were extremely accomodating and made them feel right at home making a space for them in front of the fire... More

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Janneke L, Owner at The Macdonald Hotel, responded to this review
6 May 2013

Thank you! You have a beautiful dog and I hope all is now well. More

Glasgow, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

What can I say, a lovely hotel with really comfortable rooms. Stayed here after a rather arduous walk from Bridge of Orchy to Kinlochleven. Service was excellent, staff were very friendly. Would highly recommend this hotel.

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Irvine, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

Arriving in Kinlochleven you have to walk through the town to get there on the West Highland Way but better start in the morning. No manned reception on arrival and staffing did seem very light (had to do a bit of hello-ing to get the one bar man who was working two bars and trying to check folk in too).... More

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Thessaloniki, Greece
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013

Situated at a very beautiful location. Amazing walks to do around. Staff was very friendly and willing to help with everything we needed. Breakfast was rich and very good, evening meals were excellent and at a very good price. There is a variety of drinks at the bar at very good prices. I would happily stay there again and definitely... More

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Also Known As:
Macdonald Hotel Kinlochleven
The Macdonald Hotel Kinlochleven, Scotland
Address: Fort William Road, Kinlochleven PH50 4QL, Scotland
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Region: United Kingdom > Scotland > Scottish Highlands > Lochaber > Kinlochleven
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 2 hotels in Kinlochleven
Price Range: €€
Hotel Class:2 star (2*)

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