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Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa

4.0 star property
Enjoy the golf course at this 4-star Tarporley hotel

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Indoor pool, sun loungers
Golf
Sauna, steam room, body treatments, aromatherapy, body scrubs, facials
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Golf

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Cobblers Cross Lane, Tarporley, England, CW6 0DJ
  • Place, Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Little Budworth Country Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Oulton Park Circuit
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manchester (MAN)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe King)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe King)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite)

  • 295 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 195 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds (Super Deluxe Double Double)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds (Super Deluxe Double Double)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Accessible King)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Accessible King)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 195 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Room, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Tarporley

Tarporley retreat .You'll find Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre and Little Budworth Country Park within 3 miles (5 km) of this hotel. Also, Oulton Park Circuit is within 3 miles (5 km) and Abbeywood Gardens is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Little Budworth Country Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Oulton Park Circuit - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Abbeywood Gardens - 7 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Wild Shore Delamere - 8 min drive - 5.6 miles

Getting around

  • Cuddington Station - 8 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fox And Barrel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Rising Sun - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Swan Hotel - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Calveley Mill Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Alvanley Arms Inn - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa

Enjoy the golf course at this 4-star Tarporley hotel
Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, a golf course, and an indoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. A health club, a sauna, and spa services are also featured at the business-friendly Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Tarporley hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 85 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa offers 85 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers and hair dryers.

This Tarporley hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

The Spa at Portal has massage/treatment rooms. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 24 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf
  • Golf lessons
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Pro golf shop
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (40 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (40 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 24.00 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa to the airport?

Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa is 18 mi (36-min drive) away from the Chester (CEG-Hawarden) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa.

Does Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 24.00 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7 AM to 10 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa have a pool?

Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa features an indoor pool.

Does Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa have a restaurant?

Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa is home to Scottish Steakhouse, which features British cuisine and golf course views.

Does Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at The Spa at Portal, where you can enjoy facials, aromatherapy, and body scrubs.

How close is Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa to downtown Tarporley?

Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa is 1.3 mi away from Tarporley.

Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 228 out of 579 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 177 out of 579 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 579 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 579 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 579 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Signe

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All as expected, terrific
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very friendly, room good size
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Mr a v

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No fresh water in the room. No coffee maker although there was a kettle. Room out dated and looking tired
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms are clean and showers are good, Staff are very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ye

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely big room, tastefully decorated. Clean room and bathroom. Quality toiletries and very comfy bed. All staff friendly and professional. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

lee

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Kelly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The room looked like it was a spare room p
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Fiona

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice but heard noisy guests from midnight till one in the morning in nearby room. Apart from that ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

alison

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A1 stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

lee

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Macdonald Portal Hotel. Tarporley

Room was fantastic, Staff are always friendly and helpful! Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Elaine J

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nic

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just back from a lovely weekend celebrating birthday and engagement at the portal golf and spa resort, greeted by two really pleasant and welcoming staff at check in informed us on all useful information regarding hotel, restaurants and spa. The views and grounds around the hotel was Beautiful. Hotel was fully booked but was always easy to get booked in for food the bar had a really pleasant atmosphere about it and all the people stay here was really chatty so great weekend all in all definitely will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kirsty

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

SHOCKING

Very Disappointing Stay – Not a Relaxing Spa Break What was meant to be a peaceful overnight spa break turned into a frustrating experience. The pool was overrun with unsupervised, screaming kids throwing inflatables and even salt, making it impossible to relax. We weren’t given the grey dressing gowns others had — apparently, they’re only for guests having treatments or staying in better rooms, which felt unfair and discriminatory. The room was average, with no soap by the bath, dirty towels, and poor soundproofing. We barely slept due to people shouting outside our room until 2:30am. When reported, reception simply said “OK” with no apology or concern. Definitely not worth the money — we won’t be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025