Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa
- Rating :
- ★★★★
- Address :
- 23 Church St, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere LA23 3DF, UK · Windermere, United Kingdom
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About this hotel
Hotel Overview: Nestled on the shores of Lake Windermere, Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa boasts a picturesque lakeside setting combined with luxurious, eco-friendly amenities. Its award-winning commitment to sustainability and elegant Victorian architecture make it a standout destination in the Lake District.
Accommodations: Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa caters to a variety of travelers with its richly appointed rooms and suites. Guests can enjoy a comfortable stay in one of the 106 elegantly appointed guestrooms. Each room at the Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa exudes sophistication with plush furnishings and state-of-the-art amenities. Guests can choose from a variety of room types including classic rooms with garden views, lake-facing executive rooms, and opulent suites featuring king-sized beds, marble bathrooms, private balconies, and exclusive toiletries. All rooms are equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and minibars.
Amenities: The hotel offers an array of first-class facilities including concierge services, valet parking, private cabana rentals at the lakeside garden, a fully-equipped business center for corporate travelers, and exclusive VIP services such as butler or limousine rentals.
Dining Options: The hotel features The Restaurant at Macdonald offering traditional British cuisine with modern twists prepared by Michelin-starred chefs. Diners can enjoy panoramic lake views or opt for an intimate dining experience in our private dining area. Available are daily breakfast options, comprehensive room service menu round the clock along with special wine pairings during dinner.
Nearby Location & Transportation: The hotel is conveniently located just 20 kilometers from Kendal Train Station and 85 kilometers from Manchester Airport. This prime location offers easy access to major transportation hubs.
Nearby Attractions:
- Windermere Golf Club - 2 km away for golf enthusiasts
- World of Beatrix Potter Attraction - 0.5 km: A magical journey into the world of Beatrix Potter
Wellness And Activities: Embrace tranquility in our full-service spa that offers exclusive treatments like aromatherapy massages and organic facials. The wellness center includes a modern fitness area with personal trainers available upon request along with indoor heated pools designed for ultimate relaxation.
Policies & Check-In Instructions:
- Guests are required to present government-issued photo identification and credit card upon check-in for incidental charges.
- Special requests cannot be guaranteed; subject to availability upon check-in may incur additional charges.
- The property accepts credit cards; cash payments are not accepted.
- Safety measures include window guards; cashless transactions are supported.
Summary: Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa provides luxury wrapped in heritage charm amidst Lake Windermere's scenic beauty ideal for both leisure travelers seeking tranquility and business guests needing convenience
Disclaimer notification: Amenities are subject to availability and may be chargeable as per the hotel policy.
Amenities & facilities
153 listed by the property, grouped for reading. Everything the hotel published appears below.
Pool, spa & fitness28
- Back massage
- Conference space
- Conference space size (feet) - 4973
- Conference space size (meters) - 462
- Couples massage
- Fitness
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Fitness centre
- Fitness facilities
- Foot massage
- Full-service spa
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Heated pool
- Indoor pool
- Indoor pool (all year)
- Massage
- Neck massage
- Number of indoor pools - 1
- Sauna
- Spa and wellness centre
- Spa Facilities
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Spa treatment room(s)
- Steam room
- Sun terrace
- Swimming pool
Accessibility17
- Accessible parking
- Elevator
- Elevator door width (centimeters) - 183
- Elevator door width (inches) - 72
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Lift
- No accessible shuttle
- Number of accessible parking spaces - 4
- Wheelchair-accessible lounge
- Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
- Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
- Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
- Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
- Wheelchair-accessible spa
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Wheelchair accessible path of travel
Health & safety13
- All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
- Cashless payment available
- Contactless check-in/check-out
- First aid kit available
- Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
- Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
- Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
- Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
- Physical distancing in dining areas
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
- Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
- Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
Food & drink13
- Bar
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Breakfast in the room
- Coffee/tea in common areas
- Delivered food is securely covered
- Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Number of bars/lounges - 1
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Snack Bar
- Snack bar/deli
- Wine/champagne
Services10
- Concierge service
- Concierge services
- Daily housekeeping
- Dry cleaning
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Invoice provided
- Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Luggage storage
- Tours/ticket assistance
Parking & transport8
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Electric car charging station
- Off-street parking
- Parking
- Parking on site
- Private parking
- Secured parking
- Self parking (surcharge)
Internet & business7
- Fax/photocopying
- Free WiFi
- Internet services
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Meeting rooms
- Wifi
- Wifi available in all areas
In the room7
- Heating
- Non-smoking rooms
- Non-smoking throughout
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Safety Deposit Box
- Soundproof rooms
- Terrace
Nearby5
- Golfing nearby
- Golf lessons available nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Sailing nearby
Family3
- Children's pool
- Family rooms
- Kids' meals
More facilities42
- 24-hour front desk
- 24-hour security
- Allergy-free room
- Arcade/game room
- Banquet hall
- Board games/puzzles
- CCTV outside property
- Designated smoking area
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Express check-in/check-out
- Express check-out
- Fire extinguishers
- Fruits
- Games room
- Garden
- Hallway handrail height (centimeters) - 99
- Hallway handrail height (inches) - 39
- Handrails in hallways
- Handrails in stairways
- Health club
- Key access
- Key card access
- Kid meals
- Library
- Outdoor furniture
- Packed lunches
- Porter/bellhop
- Private check-in/check-out
- Registration desk height (centimeters) - 99
- Registration desk height (inches) - 39
- Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
- Sign language-capable staff
- Smoke-free property
- Smoke alarms
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Stairwell handrail height (centimeters) - 99
- Stairwell handrail height (inches) - 39
- Trouser press
- Walking tours
- Wedding services
- Well-lit path to entrance
Contact & location
23 Church St, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere LA23 3DF, UK LA23 3DF, Windermere, United Kingdom
From 4:00 PM · Until 11:00 AM
Getting here1
- Manchester Airport (MAN)
Around the hotel15
- Lake Windermere
- Bowness Pier
- Old Laundry Theatre
- World of Beatrix Potter
- Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories
- Windermere Ferry
- Windermere Golf Club
- Claife Viewing Station and Windermere West Shore
- Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House
- Lyth Valley
- Orrest Head
- Holehird Gardens
- Hill Top Farm
- Treetop Trek
- Raw War Paintball
Rooms & rates
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