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Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa

4.0 star property
4-star eco-certified hotel with golf course

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Indoor pool, sun loungers
Exterior
Hallway
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Golf

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

Map
Cobblers Cross Lane, Tarporley, England, CW6 0DJ
  • Oulton Park Circuit
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Beeston Castle
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Delamere Forest
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Manchester (MAN)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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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

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Double Double)

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

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 195 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite)

  • 295 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe King)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double 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
(1 review)
  • 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

  • Oulton Park Circuit - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Little Budworth Country Park - 9 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Beeston Castle - 10 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Delamere Forest - 12 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Sandstone Trail - 14 min drive - 6.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Foresters Arms - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Rising Sun - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Morris Dancer - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Farmers Arms - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Checkers Bar & Restaurant Oulton Park - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa

4-star eco-certified hotel with golf course
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 eco-certified 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.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, French, Latvian

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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

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

As of Jun 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa on Jul 2, 2025 start from $106.72, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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. 189 out of 513 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 165 out of 513 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 513 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 513 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 513 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stuart

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Adele

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heledd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel have been before and looking forward to visit again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

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

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, very clean and staff Lovely. Used the spa which was nice but noticed the ice room needs some TLC (Mosiac tiles everywhere) and the seating in one sauna was broke. Food was high quality and tasty. Pillows were so comfy and the room had high end ELEMIS Toiletries. Overall a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay for families
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Have been here three times now absolutely relaxing and lovely
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jennie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

2/10 Terrible

Danielle

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

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

Nice

Good hotel bed was 2 angles pushed together so dipped in the middle but nice spacious room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

laura

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

Lovely hotel .. awful sleep

The hotel itself was perfect . Room was brilliant size , breakfast was good .. spa was amazing.. pool was freezing .. and good course / grounds for a walk were absolutely gorgeous. My only issue was 3rd floor seemed to be full of Children and while I don't mind them .. we had one next door that screamed the walls down for hours on end in the night. A baby id understand but he was 11/12 screaming and shouting at his parents who did nothing and at one point seemed to leave the room Not the hotels fault just don't think I'd put a young couple in the middle of a floor full of kids .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and great overall, TV could be upgraded to a smart one really.. Breakfast- not the best. Sausages awful. Not a big selection. What annoyed most is that you have to wait 20min for coffee and tea as theres just one jug each? Terrible… get a few jugs and leave for people to get it themselves and not put a pink haired woman to run around with them, go refill for ages and do it all over again. Wheres logic in that? Where is class, where is customer comfort? Spa treatments overpriced £100 for a massage or £79 with a discount for a back stroke. Steam dangerously overheated, Pool freezing, Sauna’s bench broken, no jacuzzi to chill in. Menu on their website hasn’t been updated, so don’t be surprised to be charged more and have subpar food. No more scallops on the menu and replaced with Bass? Really? Probably the best fish to pick with no nutritional value and over price it. Biggest shock Large glass of red wine Malbec £18 significant difference between a glass of rose £9 20th Jan 9am Male Receptionist Rude, learn some manners and customer service. Overall expectation and reality- disappointing. Would not return or recommend sorry.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Good

Nice hotel and comfy bed. Service is good and the rooms are pleasant with Elemis toiletries. The tea and coffee selection is terrible and you have to go to reception for milk.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place, friendly staff. Very expensive wine for a basic hotel. £18 for a large glass and no bottles of red under £40? Didn't really fit the standard of hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025