Spey Valley Golf Course

We played the MacDonald Spey Valley after two storms had battered the country over the previous 3 days and were expecting the worst! We should not have been so worried as the course was superb.

The summer greens on this championship course were lush and very playable and the course itself was in great shape after everything Mother Nature had thrown at it.

It’s a long course, up to 7,153 yards depending on the specific back/medal tee setup from the championship/medal tees, with a Par 72 for its 18 holes. We played of the yellow tees 6,500 to 6,653 yards and loved the Par 5 5th hole, which is one of the longest official par 5s in Scotland, measuring between 635 and 641 yards from the back tees.

It’s worth taking a buggy as green to tee can be quite a trek at times and as I said, it’s a long course.

Clubhouse is pristine and the staff are welcoming and knowledgeable. Definitely one to play if you are in the highlands.

The course was in excellent winter condition and was quiet so round in 3.30.

Absolutely stunning course the views are amazing

I love the layout and the views. There were apparently staff shortages so no food available and we were not told the clubhouse and bar would be closed when we came in. The course generally in very good condition although the greens were very slow but appeared to be healthy.

The course was a fantastic challenge.. however, the pace of play & the alcohol consumed by the group in front was ridiculous. People should respect the course players behind.

For this reason I would think twice before booking again.

Loved this course and during my month-long stay in the area, I played this one the most - about 4 times. On my 4th time, I knew the course well enough to get my best round of golf in my life.

Positives: Great staff, well-maintained course, great hitting range, walkable course, good pace, and beautiful views.

Negative: Only one and not really that bad. It is a LONG walk from the first hole to the second tees, but you are warned ahead of time. If you have a group behind you with buggies and you are walking, you might want to just let them through.

Fantastic course - great condition as always but the pace of play was horrendous

Considered walking off after 4 holes took 75 minutes.

The course was busy but 2 groups in front did nothing to speed up the round (all standing round one ball etc)

Also took far too long teeing off

Very frustrating

Staff were really accommodating, course was a real challenge but an enjoyable round

I really enjoyed this one - first of all because the course is stunning and in great conditions. But secondly also because I didn't even intend to play. I spend some nights at the MacDonalds Resort next to the course and learned by the friendly staff that as hotel guest I can play the course for 45.-, plus play for free the 9 hole par 3/4 course next to the championship course. The staff was very helpful in enabling me playing both courses, the rental equipment was in top conditions, and the clubhouse is modern and pretty. The championship course is truly stunning with a river flowing on one side and a few (rich in birds) lakes in the middle of the course. Greens in very good conditions as well.

The course is in great shape considering the time of year!, tee boxes excellent, fairways very good, great bunkers and greens in very good condition…they had been punched two weeks ago and have filled in nicely, currently medium speed and a little crusty but very playable! I would expect in another week or so they will be excellent! The course layout makes for a fun and interesting challenge. For first time players strongly suggest a buggy as there are a number of holes that needs to be previewed.

The pro shop staff extremely friendly and helpful. Wonderful experience and definitely will be back!

Stunning course....beautiful greens...

Fantastic staff...

Definitely will be on my golfing radar for next

trek up north...

Many Thanks

A gem of a course for sure. Have been waiting to play this course for a while now and was not disappointed. The course is in a great condition and I would rate the greens 7 out of 10. Will definitely be back soon.

Longer than most. Layout was outstanding. Very good shape.