Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa

4-star luxury and highland charm abounds at this Stirlingshire hotel and spa where the traditional and the modern combine seamlessly to provide a relaxed and spectacular setting for business meetings and events for up to 120 guests. The views out over Loch Ard and the hills beyond are breath taking, and inside you’ll find period features and classic styling; there are log fires for the winter, and a sunny terrace for the summer.

There are two meeting rooms, both with heaps of natural daylight. The fabulous Garden Suite gives you 144 square metres of space for events for up to 120 people; perfect for exhibitions, conferences, dinner dances, drinks receptions, and parties, with those spectacular views and access to the terrace. The Lomond Suite measures 50 square metres and has capacity for 50 guests, great for all kinds of events from conferences, seminars and training days to private dining and champagne receptions.

Make the most of those lush grounds and the on-site activity centre for team building days, with a range of activities to include mountain biking, kayaking, orienteering, water sports and climbing. Or why not really push the boat out and opt for exclusive use of the hotel for a truly impressive event?

A dedicated team will make sure that your bespoke event goes to plan; you’ll have menu options that are big on flavour using the freshest seasonal ingredients. Day delegate packages are available with inclusive lunches and basic stationery; audio-visual equipment can be arranged to suit your requirements.

The 55 guest bedrooms are timeless in style with luxurious soft tweeds and super comfy beds; they have complimentary wifi, flat screen TV’s and high-end toiletries. There are also 65 self-catering lodges, sleeping up to 6 adults these have the best of modern facilities and some have private balconies and saunas.

With two AA Rosettes, the Garden Restaurant offers a relaxed environment for fine dining whilst Rafters Bar & Bistro has a menu of classic Scottish dishes. There’s a spa and health centre with an 18-metre swimming pool, fully equipped techno-gym, and some indulgent pampering treatments.

With ample parking and a helipad, the hotel is located just of the B829, only 20 minutes from Stirling, 40 minutes from Glasgow and under an hour from Edinburgh. The nearest train station is at Balloch, 14 miles away.