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Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
Georgian hotel with spa, near Lake Windermere

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Nestled by the lake, Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa offers an upscale retreat with a relaxing spa, indoor pool, and children's pool. Treat yourself to fine British cuisine at The Restaurant or unwind in the library while enjoying free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Self parking
  • Children's pool
  • 24-hour room service
  • Meeting rooms

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Children's pool
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
$185 nightly
The total price is $222
Dec 17 - Dec 18
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Spa serenity
Indulge in spa treatments from body scrubs to aromatherapy and couples services. Sauna, steam room, and garden complete the wellness experience.
Georgian lakeside charm
Admire elegant Georgian architecture in this lakeside hotel. The peaceful garden setting and garden-view restaurant create a scenic retreat.
Delicious British cuisine
This hotel's restaurant serves up British cuisine with garden views. A bar and full breakfast round out the culinary offerings.

Room options

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

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 214 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 214 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Superior Suite, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 214 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Family Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Family Room, 1 Double Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
23 Church Street, Windermere, England, LA23 3DF

What's nearby

  • Lake Windermere - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Bowness Pier - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Old Laundry Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 101 min drive
  • Windermere Station - 6 min drive
  • Burneside Station - 11 min drive
  • Staveley Station - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lake View Garden - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Old Pump House Coffee Shop - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bowness Tap Rooms - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Albert - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bluebird Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Lake Windermere. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the spa to be pampered with massages, body wraps, or aromatherapy. Other features of this Georgian hotel include an indoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a health club. The pool and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 106 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Secured onsite self parking (GBP 25.00 per day)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (4973 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Health club
  • An indoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall
  • Georgian architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 72
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 39
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Hallway handrail height (inches): 39
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 39
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

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.

Dining

Onsite venue - Overlooking the garden, this fine-dining restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Terrace Lounge & Cocktail - This bar serves light fare only. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 18.00 per person
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge

Parking

  • Secured self parking costs GBP 25.00 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM
  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard, Barclaycard
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Hotel Old England
Macdonald Hotel Old England
Macdonald Old England
Macdonald Old England Hotel
Macdonald Old Hotel
Old England
Old England Hotel
Old England Macdonald
Old England Macdonald Hotel
Old Macdonald Hotel
Hotel Macdonald Old England
Macdonald Old England & Spa
Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa Hotel
Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa Windermere
Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa Hotel Windermere

Frequently asked questions

Does Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

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

Yes, there's an indoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM.

Are pets allowed at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?

Yes. Self parking costs GBP 25.00 per day. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and kayaking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the indoor pool. Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa also has a sauna and a steam room, as well as an arcade and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers British cuisine and garden views.

What's the area around Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa like?

Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa is a short 1-minute walk from Lake Windermere and 4 minutes' walk from World of Beatrix Potter. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Reviews

Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.4

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Dining options were excellent with good food quality, presentation, and service. (8 reviews)
  • The spa facilities, including the pool, steam room, and sauna, were generally well-received and considered a highlight of the stay. (14 reviews)
  • The property features a great indoor pool and sauna. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay. Great room, very nice breakfast and the staff were all very helpful and friendly. The christmas decorations made the whole stay feel very festive. The kids loved everything about it. The spa swimming pool was a little on the cold side but ok.
Rebecca, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

we had a wonderful stay with our grandchildren in December, the hotel was beautiful and the seasonal decorations where truly spectacular. The staff were very friendly and welcoming and our room was fabulous with a queen size bed as well as bunk beds for the children. The dining room was beautiful, spacious and spotlessly clean with wonderful views of the lake. Would 100% stay here again.
Paul, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean room, comfy beds
James, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Overall no complain!

The hotel was clean and staff friendly. we enjoyed our stay.
Magdalena, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great character property in a great location.
Narhari, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful and amazing hotel. Exemplary staff.
Patricia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely clean hotel. Staff very helpful and friendly.
Kath, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Easy acess to Bowness, lots of restaurants nearby.
caroline, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Old style hotel in need of some upgrade but very large room and king bed. Room cleaned daily to a high standard. Good spa facilities but pool was cold due to maintenance issue. Ideally located for shops pubs etc. Only down side £25 per day car parking charge, but not a lot of alternative parking available.
Ralph, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Room was ok however bed was very uncomfortable the mattress was old and very soft bowed in middle could not get comfy
mark, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Lovely and helpful customer facing staff. Breakfast service very slow. Pool was freezing. Car parking provided by hotel at a charge (£25/day), and offsite. We stayed 15 years ago and had left with a much better impression then. We wouldn’t look to return after this visit.
Mark, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was everything I expected it to be, having stayed there 10 years ago.
Andrew, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very happy

Amazing servuce, only issue was that mattress was uncofortable as well as the duvet too heavy.
Valdete, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

Not a luxury hotel

Hotel is in need of refurbishment, old and tired. Bathroom needed good clean mould on tiles. Toiletries very basic for a luxury hotel. Pool area basic, pool temp very cold. Breakfast basic, supplement required for some things like eggs Benedict.
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Car parking available. Helpful staff.room quiet and good facilities .
Colette, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good stay, great location. Some areas are a little tired but good stay overall.
William, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great last minute stay, lovely breakfast, helpful staff
Cerny, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very enjoyable stay in a very comfortable room with a spectacular view of the lake, thanks to Sandra on reception being most helpful. All very close to plenty of watering holes and restaurants, made for a great weekend!
Allan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Thanks
asif, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The Old England hotel, Bowness-on-Windermere

The hotel is a lovely hotel in fantastic settings on the edge of Lake Windermere, and the staff were helpful friendly and accommodating. Small gripe is they advertise the hotel as having parking which is always a plus in the Lakes, but they don’t tell you it’s at £25 per night which I thought was a little over priced given what you pay to stay at the hotel. Also be aware of the drinks in the bar as they are well overpriced compared to most places and bars outside the hotel.
Barry, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Nothing great except location

Hotel is quite old property. Not worth the price. Location is good. Hotel does not provide any basic stuff like moisturiser, vanity kit etc. did not like it.
A V, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely spot to stay on lake windermere
Nicholas, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel great location.
greg, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful spot

The most wonderful stay, was unaware there was a pre-planned surprise awaiting us to celebrate our engagement. Staff were totally professional and I was none the wiser, room was beautiful as was the view!
Marcela, 1-night trip