Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa
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Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa
Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa Bowness-on-Windermere, located merely 5 minutes' walk from The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction and only 0.9 km from Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, features a heated swimming pool for guests to take a dip in. This 4-star hotel offers private car parking on site.
The hotel is nestled just 450 m from Windermere. The 19th-century Wray Castle is about 6 km away, while the performing arts theater "Old Laundry Theatre" is just a few steps from the Macdonald. The lake District Orrest Head Hill lies approximately 10 minutes away by car. St Martins Church bus stop is also 450 metres away.
There are 106 rooms comprising a balcony and a seating area. Some of them offer individual climate control, an iron and ironing board along with coffee/tea making machines. Also, Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa features carpet flooring. Offering a separate toilet, the bathrooms are fitted with dryers and bathrobes.
This accommodation has a range of spa facilities including a steam room and a sauna. You are welcome to relax in a wellness area as well as have a head massage and a back massage.
Guests can dine at the café Boatman's Cafe and Gift Shop, which is a 7-minute walk away.
Amenities
Main Features
- Wi-Fi
- 24-hour services
- Express check-in/ -out
- Swimming Pool
- Fitness/Gym
- Spa and relaxation
- On-site Dining
- Meeting facilities
Facilities
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
- Indoor swimming pool
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Fitness centre
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
- Separate tub and shower
- Free toiletries
- Flat-screen TV
- Cots
- Children's buffet
- Board games
- Carpeted floor
Policy
- Children and extra beds
- There are no extra beds provided in a room.
Map
Local Attractions
Attractions
- Lake Windermere (1 km)
- World of Beatrix Potter (300 m)
Airports
- Carlisle Lake District Airport (83 km)
Reviews
100% Verified Reviews
Michael
2022-08-11
It was in a very central setting right on the lake. Plus, the hotel was near Lake Windermere.
Malcolm
2022-05-03
Fabulous place with best staff and good food.
Frank
2022-04-28
Everything was very clean, nonetheless we stayed for 1 night only. We loved the standard queen room which was air-conditioned. Central location was a plus. It took only 5 minutes to walk to St Martins Church bus stop.
James
2022-04-26
Well-appointed accommodation with perfect location in front of the waterfront. Really nice building and rooms with a view.
Joy
2022-04-14
Everything was very good, polite staff, fab location near to the Lake & all the other shops/restaurants. Plenty of brilliant options for meal...
Eric
2022-03-04
I thoroughly enjoyed the place, its very good location and staff. The restaurant was great with amazing meals.
Luke
2022-03-01
Handy location and savoury breakfast. Staff was quick to help, providing excellent service.
Matthew
2022-01-26
Everything was more than fabulous, I felt really welcomed.
Isaac
2022-01-22
Location and staff, all was great. The room was lovely and with comfortable beds.
Charlie
2021-11-30
Optimal location, good bed, well-maintained gardens. Near the beach. Hotel was tidy. Its service was thoughtful too.
Ernest
2021-11-29
Always neat place with delightful staff and top location. Deluxe king room is unique and has air conditioning, Wi-Fi and complementary tea.
Tony
2021-11-26
everything was excellant and tidy, i greatly enjoyed staff and food.
Roy
2021-11-08
Everything was simply really good. The stay here was really nice, liked the hotel, it was spotless with best possible location next to Lake Windermere and the centre and the lake side. Our room had a large bed and a great view. The bathroom was large, included a shower, a drier and terrycloth bathrobes.
Nick
2021-10-10
The whole place was spotless, I liked it, and had INCREDIBLE staff and location. Friendliness from the whole staff.
Alvin
2021-06-15
such great stay in the pretty comfortable area. pretty clean great budget hotel, relatively quiet rooms. remote location, a 10-15 minute walking distance from the glebe. the hot drinks in lounge bar were very welcome.
Joseph
2021-05-12
Picturesque location, decent facilities. Charming staff, they were happy to help. Perfect rooms with climate control, comfortable armchairs and two large windows. Pool was amazing and beds were very comfy.
John
2021-02-24
I had a restful stay here, pool was an added bonus. The hotel was clean enough and staff were superb, everything was perfectly fine. I loved the room, it was original and had a loft decor. Hot breakfast, exceptional service...
The views were awful.
David
2020-12-20
We recommend, to anyone staying in Bowness-on-Windermere. The view from deluxe queen room was amazing. Just a 5-minute stroll to the center.
Laurie
2020-10-01
Pleasant staff and central location. Room had a good choice of facilities, including heating, TV and a writing table
Jane
2020-06-04
We enjoyed all the hotel offered: good beds and ATTENTIVE staff. A sauna was available on site. The room faced the lake.
Jerry
2020-04-28
Bodega tapas bar is walking distance to the hotel. The views were stunning. We loved facilities and location, the property had absolutely everything we needed.