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Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa
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- Has indoor swimming pool
- Comp. Breakfast
- The Avg. Group Saves 6.4%!
- Fitness + Health Center
- 106 rooms in hotel
- Check-out time: 11.00am
- Group friendly rating of 8.4/10
- 3 meeting rooms in hotel
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Room Types
Local Attractions
Windermere Lake Beatrix Potter Boat Museum Numerous fells for walking Brockhole outdoor adventure Dalton Wildlife park
Map of Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa
Property Description
4 star hotel sat on the shores of Windermere Lake with Bowness Village being a 2 minute walk away. We have 106 bedrooms with a lakeview Restaurant/Bar & Terrace.We offer classically British cuisine in our Restaurant and operate a bar snack & lounge menu Traditional Afternoon menu in our cocktail lounge & bar.We have spa facilities with indoor pool/steam & sauna, along with 8 treatment rooms and a relaxation room.We have 4 meeting/banquet areas that are suitable for weddings, corporate & team building away days. We can offer a just for 2 wedding or an exclusive corporate take over for 106 - 157.We have complimentary wifi through out the hotel.
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 16.00 |
| Check Out: | 11.00am |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2017 |
| Floors: | 4 |
| Rooms: | 106 |
| Corridors: | Both Interior and Exterior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 106 |
| Handicap Rooms: | 1 |
| Rooms with 1 Bed: | 54 |
| Rooms with 2 Beds: | 52 |
| Suites: | 4 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 3 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 2122 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 180 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | On-site |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | On-site |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | On-site |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | 11.00am - 23.59pm |
| Pool Info: 7am - 7pm 18 metre heated pool | |
| Ownership: | Macdonald Hotels |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: 28 days for group rooms - T&C's vary with each booking depending on lead time48hrs for individual bookings | |
| Nightly Parking: | £20. |
| Typical Group Deposit: | 25% |
| Total Taxes: | 20.00% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $1.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| State Tax: | 20.00% (VAT) |
Amenities / Features
- Baggage storage facilities
- Breakfast in room
- Central location
- Complimentary breakfast
- Concierge service
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Dinner available
- Electronic key card
- Elevator
- Express Check-Out
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fitness and health center
- Garage
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Central heating
- Internet - wireless
- Internet - ethernet
- Free WiFi Internet
- Ironing facilities
- Laundry facilities
- Laundry valet service
- Licensed bar
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Pets allowed
- Private bathroom in room
- Private car parking
- Private garden grounds
- Radio in room
- Restaurant
- Safe in rooms
- Sauna
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shower
- Solarium
- Spa
- Swimming pool - indoor
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone
- Telephone in all rooms
- Television
- Terrace
Airport & Shuttle Information
Manchester - 90 miles - 1.5hrs
Local Shuttle Info: Local bus service - time tables available at reception
Breakfast Information
Breakfast included in the rate, we offer full English and continental style with some supplemented dishes.
Pet Friendly?
Yes! Pets are allowed.
3 dog friendly rooms
Parking Info
Wedding/corporate/banquet parking - Free of chargeIndividual bookings - £20.00 per night
Internet / WiFI
All area's have Wifi and is free of charge
Cleaning Policies
Front of house cleaning daily, hand sanitizing stations available throughout the hotel.Covid 19 - all staff have training and hotel policies are adhered to.
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: Homeground Coffee + Kitchen - Start your day with a tasty breakfast at this charming cafe located 0.3 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: The Pig - Savor a delightful lunch at this popular restaurant known for its farm-to-table concept, located 0.5 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: The Lamplighter Dining Rooms - Enjoy a delicious meal at this cozy restaurant located just 0.2 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Lake Windermere Cruise - Take a scenic cruise on Lake Windermere, located just 0.1 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: The Crafty Baa - Start your day with a hearty breakfast at this cozy pub known for its craft beers, located 0.2 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: The Wild Boar - Indulge in a delicious lunch at this traditional inn known for its hearty British dishes, located 1.2 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Bodega Bar & Grill - Enjoy a flavorful dinner at this vibrant restaurant offering Latin American cuisine, located 0.4 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Hill Top - Visit the former home of Beatrix Potter and explore the beautiful gardens, located 2.5 miles from the hotel.
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa.
Feel free to use the Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Bowness On Windermere event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Meters) | Size (sqm.) | Banquet 5'/6'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| Bay Room | 6 x 4 x 3 | 6 | --/-- | -- | -- | 12 | 12 | 12 | --/-- | 20 | -- | -- |
Close This Bay RoomBright and airy room with access onto garden's, separate breakout area for tea/coffees. Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 64.6 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 6 x 4 x 3 M. Floor Level: 1 Below Ground Power Outlets: 2 Columns: 0 Windows: 3 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Half Day Rental: £150.00 GBP Full Day Rental: £250.00 GBP Evening Rental: £100.00 GBP 24 Hr. Hold Rental: £300.00 GBP 24hr rate from - £235.00 per person inc vatDay Delegate rate - £45.00 per person inc vat  | ||||||||||||
| Garden Suite | 15 x 11 x 3 | 165 | 50/60 | 45 | -- | 28 | 23 | 28 | --/-- | 80 | -- | -- |
Close This Garden SuiteMulti functional space with beautiful views over the hotel's garden and Windermere Lake, separate entrance and benefits from separate break out area Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 1776.0 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 15 x 11 x 3 M. Floor Level: 1 Below Ground Power Outlets: 3 Columns: 1 Windows: 3 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? Yes Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Half Day Rental: £200.00 GBP Full Day Rental: £350.00 GBP Evening Rental: £150.00 GBP 24 Hr. Hold Rental: £350.00 GBP 24hr rate from - £235.00 per person inc vatDay Delegate rate - £45.00 per person inc vat  | ||||||||||||
| Claife Room | 6 x 4 x 3 | 26 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 10 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close This Claife RoomPerfect space for a smaller board room meeting, separate breakout area attached to the meeting room. Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 279.9 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 6 x 4 x 3 M. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 2 Columns: 0 Windows: 2 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Half Day Rental: £75.00 GBP Full Day Rental: £150.00 GBP Evening Rental: £75.00 GBP 24 Hr. Hold Rental: £200.00 GBP 24hr rate from - £235.00 per person inc vatDay Delegate rate - £45.00 per person inc vat  | ||||||||||||
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FAQs about Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa
What time is check in?
Check in time is 16.00 based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 11.00am based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa have?
There are 106 rooms in the property.
Is there any meeting space at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?
Yes, they have 3 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?
Breakfast included in the rate, we offer full English and continental style with some supplemented dishes.
What parking is available at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?
Wedding/corporate/banquet parking - Free of chargeIndividual bookings - £20.00 per night
How much does internet cost?
All area's have Wifi and is free of charge
Can I get a AAA rate at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
Is there a gym at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Is there a pool at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. 7am - 7pm 18 metre heated pool.
Can I get a group rate at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?
Yes, you can get room block and/or discount for a group if you need 10+ rooms per night. The average groups saves around 6.4%.
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