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Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
Family-friendly 4-star hotel near Lake Windermere

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Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Breakfast, dinner served; British cuisine, garden views

Overview of Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

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Map
23 Church Street, Windermere, England, LA23 3DF
  • Popular LocationLake Windermere1 min walk
  • Popular LocationBowness Pier2 min walk
  • Popular LocationWorld of Beatrix Potter4 min walk
  • AirportManchester (MAN)101 min drive

Room options

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Family Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Family 3) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Family Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Family 3)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Double) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Double)

  • 213.5 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Superior Feature Double) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Superior Feature Double)

  • 213.5 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Suite, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Suite) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Suite, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Suite)

  • 213.5 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Family 3) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Family Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Family 3)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Super Deluxe King) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Super Deluxe King)

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe King) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe King)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Windermere

On lake.Within a 5-minute walk of this well-placed hotel, you'll find Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter. Bowness Pier and Old Laundry Theatre are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Lake Windermere - 1 min walk
  • Bowness Pier - 2 min walk
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 4 min walk
  • Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 10 min walk
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 6 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Pier Coffee Shop - 2 min walk
  • The Lake View - Bowness - 4 min walk
  • Lake View Garden Bar - 1 min walk
  • The Village Inn & Restaurant - 1 min walk
  • Bodega - 2 min walk

About this property

Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

Family-friendly 4-star hotel near Lake Windermere
Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 4973 square feet (462 square meters) and includes conference space. A children's pool, a sauna, and a library are also featured at the family-friendly Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Windermere hotel is smoke free.

  • 106 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 4973 sq ft of conference space
  • 462 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • 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
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa offers 106 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Windermere hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The onsite spa has 6 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. 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.

Languages

Arabic, Czech, English, French, Hungarian, Italian, Polish, Slovak, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Secured self parking on site (GBP 20 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee: GBP 18 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • 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 (72 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in hallways (39 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (39 inches high)
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (39 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

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 18.00 per person
  • Secured self parking fee: GBP 20.00 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, Eurocard, and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hotel Old England
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Old Macdonald Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa to the airport?

Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa is 90.1 mi (101-min drive) away from the Manchester Airport (MAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?

As of May 2, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa on May 12, 2024 start from $184.23, 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 Old England Hotel & Spa have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa.

Does Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 18.00 per person. It's available every day from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 20.00 per day.

Does Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa features an indoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Does Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa have a restaurant?

Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa is home to The Restaurant at Macdona, which features British cuisine and garden views.

Does Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features body scrubs, body treatments, and mani/pedis.

How close is Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa to downtown Windermere?

Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa is 0.1 mi away from Bowness-on-Windermere.

Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 425 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 336 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 146 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1000 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great location
Overall ok. The hotel could do with a little TLC, also the sauna was out of order
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room
The rooms are tired for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the style of this hotel. Lots of character and charm . Fantastic lakeside position..recommend paying a bit extra for a lake view ..amazing. Breakfast lovely, nice and hot.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Emma

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay
We had an amazing stay at the hotel, we were welcomed straight away and told everything available services wise & we thoroughly enjoyed our time there, they have a wide range of services, the pool sauna and steam room were very nice and relaxing & we will be staying again for definite!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

NIALL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, great staff, swimming pool could be a litle warmer .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Disappointing Suite
A disappointing experience considering the price of the room. We booked a suite, there was a nice view of the lake from one of the windows but not the best of views from the other. The suite had many large cracks in the walls, ceiling and around the window and door- won't let me add photographs. Bathroom was nice with TV over the bath but unfortunately had no signal.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Phil

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in an idyllic location. Unfortunately being there at Christmas they were clearly running on a skeleton staff who were stretched too thin. The food offered was poor at best given the prices being charged.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023