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Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
Georgian hotel with a full-service spa and a health club

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Exterior
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed (Feature) | Water view
Flat-screen TV
Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Superior Suite, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
The Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa sits by the lake, offering a refined getaway with wellness facilities including an indoor pool and children's pool. Guests can savor British cuisine at The Restaurant or relax in the library, with WiFi in all rooms.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
Spa treatment

Spa

The on-site spa has 6 treatment rooms including couples treatment rooms. The hotel's spa offers massages and wellness treatments such as aromatherapy, body scrubs, body wraps, and facials. Other on-site facilities include a steam room and a sauna.

Treatment room

Room options

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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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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
  • 20 sq m
  • 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
  • 20 sq m
  • 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
  • 20 sq m
  • 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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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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 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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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
(8 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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(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 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
(8 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

About the neighborhood

Located in Windermere, Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Coniston Water. Traveling with kids? Consider Holehird Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Parkside Road. Kayaking and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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23 Church Street, Windermere, England, LA23 3DF

What's nearby

  • Lake Windermere - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Bowness Pier - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Lake View Garden - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Driftwood - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Lake View - Bowness - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bluebird Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Urban Food House - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Lake Windermere
A terrace, a garden, and an arcade/game room are just a few of the amenities provided at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa. Treat yourself to a body wrap, a manicure/pedicure, or a body scrub at the onsite spa. The on-site British cuisine fine-dining restaurant, The Restaurant at Macdona, offers breakfast, dinner, and garden views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An indoor pool and a children's pool
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, a banquet hall, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, massage treatment rooms, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the pool, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 106 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Secured self parking on site (GBP 25 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 18 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Terrace Lounge & Cockta
  • The Restaurant at Macdona

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4,973 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 6 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • 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

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Georgian architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

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 at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 18.00 per person
  • Secured self parking fee: GBP 25.00 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and 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

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Hotel Old England
Macdonald Hotel Old England
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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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–7:00 PM.

Is Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?

Self parking is available for GBP 25.00 per day.

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

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

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

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa located?

This family-friendly Windermere hotel is located on a lake, just steps from Bowness Pier and Lake Windermere. Old Laundry Theatre and World of Beatrix Potter are also within 5 minutes.

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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

7.6

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 421 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 326 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 149 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 76 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Narhari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great character property in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean hotel. Staff very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy acess to Bowness, lots of restaurants nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

asif

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Car parking available. Helpful staff.room quiet and good facilities .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Service is slow, little choice of food. Bur a good breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good stay, great location. Some areas are a little tired but good stay overall.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Dave

Liked: Amenities
Room to hot food not very good
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The family room was good and the kids loved the bunk beds. But the room was at the front of the property and so was pretty noisy even on a Sunday. Breakfast in the morning was tasty with a good view over the lake. We didn't park in the hotel car park but on Glebe Road which was a fifth of the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mohammed

Disliked: Amenities
Room had rats in the wall and kept me awake through the night as my wife was terrified . Also hair on the bed when we arrived and dirty sheets . Clearly their housekeeping is poor. Also no night manager or reception after 10 pm only nightporter was available who could not help with anything.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

10/10 Excellent

Cerny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great last minute stay, lovely breakfast, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot to stay on lake windermere
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Lovely Break

We had a very enjoyable stay beds very comfortable, rooms fully equipped pool was beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We upgraded to get a view of the lake from our room. Nice old hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with lovely helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel great location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Great service great hotel attentive staff helped us with everything we needed. Can’t wait for possibly coming again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Location a big plus for this hotel. At over £200 per night it’s well overpriced for what it is. It has a spa and pool which was a big reason why we booked this vs other hotels but after booking got a mail about stay advising kids not allowed in pool after 5pm which was around when we arrived. Mailed hotel about this before arrival but no reply. Breakfast ok but not fantastic, service a little slow. No air con in room, tv not great and £25 for over night parking!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Traditional hotel with beautiful room and great breakfast. Very helpful staff. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Treated like cr@p at check in by a very rude member of staff, and not much better in the morning at breakfast. Would not stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent :-) thank you!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Leona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
It's a well located hotel with good facilities and friendly staff, however car park is far too expensive and to charge extra for certain breakfast items in the menu is disappointing would also benefit some TLC in certain areas, including new towels, which were well worn.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Break

Great stay although drinks pricey in the bar ,great breakfast very efficient staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

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