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Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa
4 stars

Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

23 Church Street, Windermere, LA23 3DF, United Kingdom
Windermere, United Kingdom
See location+44 344 879 9144
From
£39
Cheapest

rate per night

7.7
Good
based on 2663 reviews
2,663 reviews

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About Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

  • Hotel Room
    You’ll have a private room with all the hotel’s amenities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi for free

Situated in the Lake District National Park, this award-winning hotel is the perfect choice for a scenic retreat. Popular amenities, such as a sauna and an indoor pool, ensure an enjoyable stay in Bowness-on-Windermere.

There are a variety of facilities available to guests of Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa, such as a beauty centre, an express check-in and check-out feature and a kids pool. The in-house day spa offers a variety of massages and body treatments. Also on offer for guests are valet parking, a 24-hour reception and a lake.

All the charming rooms at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa include a private bathroom, tea and coffee making facilities and a flat-screen TV. All offer heating, ironing facilities and a ceiling fan.

Enjoy local cuisine at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa's modern restaurant, or relax and unwind with a drink in the bar. Alternatively, there are plenty of dining options close by. For those spending the day out, the hotel offers packed lunches if required.

Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa is an ideal base to discover nearby Grizedale Forest and Windermere Lake, as well as everything the local area has to offer. Windermere is within walking distance of the hotel, and local sightseeing information can be found at the tour desk.

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Amenities at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

  • Indoor pool
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned

Services and conveniences

  • Conference rooms
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Dining

  • Packed lunches
  • Fruits
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lake view
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Pool and spa

  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Massage
  • Heated pool
  • Spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Coffee machine
  • Kitchen

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Trouser press
  • Tumble dryer

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Child pool
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony
  • Garden

Things to do

  • Bicycle hire
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Game room

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Private parking

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

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Location

23 Church Street, Windermere, LA23 3DF

What's nearby

  • World of Beatrix Potter260 yd
  • Windermere Steamboat Museum0.5 mi
  • Windermere Golf Club1.2 mi
  • Lakeland1.3 mi
  • Orrest Head1.7 mi
  • Holehird Gardens2.4 mi
  • Lake District Visitor Centre at Brockhole2.7 mi
  • Wansfell Pike5.1 mi
  • Lakeside Windermere Ferry Landing6.1 mi
  • Grasmere Lake7.1 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 16:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

Low season

April

High season

March

Average price (weeknight)

£177

Average price (weekend night)

£197
Cheapest month to stay with an average 33% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 63% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

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Top tips for your stay at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in April and February.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa, plan to stay on a Monday or Saturday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £150, while the most expensive was £259.
  • How long should you stay at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

  • What options are available at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa for family travels?

    There are lots of amenities available at Old England Hotel that would ensure your family's comfort. Firstly, book through KAYAK and indicate your preference for a family room, which would give you a comfy bed and beddings suitable for children. Your children's meals would also be specially prepared if you provide details of what they prefer. Fruits are served to ease their digestion after munching on the hotel's several delicious delicacies.

  • My friends smoke. What opportunities does Macdonald Old England Hotel have for them?

    Macdonald Hotel accommodates all guests, making provisions for all requests. When you are booking through KAYAK, select rooms close to the designated smoking locations; doing this will allow easy access from your room to the relaxation point where you can have your cigar.

  • What relaxation facilities does Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa offer?

    When you book any of the rooms at Old England Hotel through KAYAK, you will receive daily newspaper deliveries to keep you informed about activities around your location. Alternatively, the 24-hour internet service would keep you informed with current news. You can also visit the games room for your puzzles or board games with your friends or spouse. The health club and the fitness centre are also within your reach to keep you fit and gain some health tips.

  • I want to have a room party, what facilities support this preference at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?

    There are soundproofed rooms available for you and your friends; you can play the music and laugh as hard as you like, it is hard to talk quietly with old friends. You can also have your meals delivered to the guest accommodations. Ensure not to miss taking a trip to the bar or banquet facilities for business discussions.

  • What exceptional service does Macdonald Old England Hotel offer for honeymooners?

    What is more desirable for honeymooners than quality time with each other? It is up to you whether you decide to spend the whole day in your room or out together enjoying the hotel facilities. There’s a private bathroom game that would be fun to play with your spouse, especially with the see-through frames. Gently wash your hair and dry immediately using the hairdryer in your room and laugh as hard as you want while playing with your hubby; it's a soundproofed room anyways. During the evening hours, take a stroll to the poolside and have some fruit or grab a snack from the snack bar.

  • What relaxation activities are available for children at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?

    The children have their sessions in the game room. They can also have a swell time in the children’s pool or relax at the kid-friendly buffet. Before the end of the day, a snack from the snack bar and one of their favourite programs on the children's TV network would keep your children engaged all through your stay at Old England Hotel.

  • Where is Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa located?

    Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa is located at 23 Church Street, 1.3 miles from the centre of Windermere. World of Beatrix Potter is the closest landmark to Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?

    Check-in time is 16:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa.

  • Does Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa from the airport?

    Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa is 39.9 miles from Carlisle Lake District. Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa is 41.1 miles from Blackpool.

  • Does Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa have a pool?

    Yes, Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa in Windermere and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa.

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Good to know

Value for money

6.8

Distance to city centre

1.3 mi