Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa in Aberfoyle, Stirlingshire has appointed award winning hotelier Jody Marshall as its new general manager.

Marshall joins the team at the hotel nestled within the Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park with key responsibility to further drive growth in all areas of the business that includes 55 stylish bedrooms, the AA rosette Garden Restaurant and a luxurious spa.

Born and raised in Zimbabwe, the 41 year-old brings a wealth of industry experience to Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa.

He was most recently general manager of Ballathie House Hotel in Perthshire and of the Summer Isles Hotel at Achiltibuie by Ullapool.

Reflecting on his appointment to a role previously held by Morag Stark (who recently left the group), Marshall said: “I’m proud and excited to be part of the award winning Macdonald Hotels & Resorts.

“As general manager, my ambition for Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa is to firmly establish this hotel as the leading leisure and wedding destination in Scotland.

“Located within Scotland’s first national park, the hotel is surrounded by truly stunning scenery which is complemented by a first-class dining experience, excellent leisure facilities and a staff commitment to deliver the highest standards of service. 

“It has all the ingredients to offer guests a truly memorable stay.”

In recent years Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa has invested almost £1million in its facilities, including the stylish transformation of 17 luxurious suites and bedrooms.