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Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property

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Exterior
Bar (on property)
Breakfast, dinner served; British cuisine, garden views
Superior Suite, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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23 Church Street, Windermere, England, LA23 3DF
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bowness Pier
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, World of Beatrix Potter
    ‪4 min walk‬

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)
  • 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)
  • 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)
  • 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)
  • 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)
  • 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)
  • 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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 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)
  • 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
(12 reviews)
  • 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

  • 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)
  • 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)
  • 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
(10 reviews)
  • 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)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Windermere

Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa places you next to Lake Windermere and Bowness Pier. This 106-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like a full-service spa and an indoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Lake Windermere - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bowness Pier - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Old Laundry Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Lake View Garden - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bowness Tap Rooms - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Village Inn Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Driftwood - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

Guests of Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa enjoy a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a children's pool. Self parking is available for GBP 25.00 per day. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and concierge services. Other amenities at this spa hotel include a gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include coffee makers, safes, and ironing boards.
An indoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.

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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 & Cocktail

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • 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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.

Property is 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

Are free cancellation options available at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?

Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?

As of Mar 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa on Mar 26, 2026 start from $226, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do close to Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?

This hotel is located in Windermere, just steps from Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter, and within a short walk of Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories. You'll also find Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House and Hill Top Farm within a short drive.

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

Yes, secured parking is offered for GBP 25.00 per day. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

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

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include body wraps, aromatherapy, mani/pedis, and massages.

Does Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa feature a casino on the premises?

No, Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 7:00 AM and 6:30 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?

This lakeside hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an indoor pool, a bar, and a garden-view restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?

No, but guests can enjoy a steam room at this hotel.

Does Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Terrace Lounge & Cocktail.

Will Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa.

Does Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa offer wedding services?

There are wedding services available at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa if that's in your vacation plans.

Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 421 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 310 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 161 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 76 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1000 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Could do with more staff at breakfast as we waited 10 minutes with staff avoiding looking at us until we got a table.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Katie

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is very dated, in need of modernisation throughout.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, comfy beds
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ashish

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
This hotel hasn’t got anything, in toiletries they just had shower gel, on asking about dental kit and moisturiser, staff just said there is a Tesco nearby go and buy from there. Plus they charged £25 per night for parking, proper London price in off peak time. Location is good, everything else is rip-off. Please go only if you get at very low price
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Room was a good size, limited tv for price but clean & tidy. Staff in the breakfast area lacked training and supervision. Service was slow and awful, buffet style not what I would want or expect from a hotel at this pice range! Parking at £25 per night! Didn’t pay it. I’m fortunately we couldn’t get a lake view room, which would have been ok as the view from the over priced bar was lovely, unfortunately the room allocated to us was just above the loading bay with delivery’s coming and going all day. Very disappointing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Reception staff at check-in could be more welcoming. The mattress in the king bed room was not comfortable and the coffee at the breakfast was awful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

MAGGIE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was lovely loads of space great for family
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The breakfast was good but the coffee weak and cold. Lake view was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

mark

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Room was ok however bed was very uncomfortable the mattress was old and very soft bowed in middle could not get comfy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Steven

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff really good but disgusted with how much the room we booked was in regards to what the brochure showed. This hotel is an average 3 star. Nowhere near a 4 star as it is advertised. We payed over 700 POUNDS. to be placed in a room that basically i have stayed in better Travelodges !!!!!!! For 2 nights !!!!!!. Macdonald you should be ashamed !!!! Will never stay here again and will definately tell anyone who asks to go elsewhere. And on top of the RIDICULOUS pricing you HAVE to pay a ridiculous 50 POUNDS A DAY for parking which is a way away from this ridiculous example of a 4 star hotel. Oh well lesson learned.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

STEVEN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on the lake
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Angela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very tired and in need of a refurbish. The bed pleather was so old and scuffed. No fridge in the room for a hotel of this price. We had an upgrade and the robes were well washed out and greyish. No slippers ! We were told we could walk to the spa but we had to go to reception and ask for slippers. Not enough loungers round the pool. The car park was not on the hotel grounds and £25 a day is so expensive. We wouldn’t return!!! The staff were lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Graham

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I had a room overlooking the pub next door which played music etc (people shouting & smoking etc) until late. The hotel generally is in real need of some money spending on it and standards have declined significantly in the 4 or so years since we last stayed here. We won’t be rushing back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

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