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Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa

4.0 star property

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Indoor pool, sun loungers
Golf
Lobby sitting area
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Garden

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Cobblers Cross Lane, Tarporley, England, CW6 0DJ
  • Place, Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Little Budworth Country Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Oulton Park Circuit
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manchester (MAN)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Accessible King)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe King)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite)

  • 295 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 195 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds (Super Deluxe Double Double)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Accessible King)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 195 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Room, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Tarporley

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre, Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa is within 3 miles (5 km) of Little Budworth Country Park. This 85-room, 4-star hotel has a golf course, a full-service spa, and a restaurant.

What's nearby

  • Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Little Budworth Country Park - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Oulton Park Circuit - 7 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Beeston Castle - 10 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Abbeywood Gardens - 10 min drive - 5.8 miles

Getting around

  • Cuddington Station - 8 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Morris Dancer - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Swan Hotel - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Calveley Mill Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre & Countryside Park - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Alvanley Arms Inn - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa

Guests of Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa have access to a golf course, a full-service spa, and an indoor pool. A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this spa hotel include a gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas.
Flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Hair dryers, safes, and phones are other standard amenities.
Guests can play rounds at the 18-hole golf course and enjoy other recreation facilities including a health club. In addition to an indoor pool, other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

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

The Spa at Portal has massage/treatment rooms. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. 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
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 24 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Lounge Bar
  • Scottish Steakhouse

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf
  • Golf lessons
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Pro golf shop
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • 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 (40 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (40 inches high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Contactless check-in available

Late check-in subject to availability

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 24.00 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking, 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 and debit 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, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

As of May 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa on Jun 1, 2026 start from $180, 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 can I see within easy reach of Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

This hotel is located in Tarporley, close to Oulton Park Circuit, Beeston Castle, and Sandstone Trail. You'll also find Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre and Little Budworth Country Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. An electric car charging station and wheelchair-accessible parking are also available for guests.

Is there a spa at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

The Spa at Portal is the hotel's spa and services include aromatherapy, mani/pedis, body scrubs, and massages.

Does Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa feature a casino?

No, Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a full-service spa.

Does Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a sauna at this hotel.

Does Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Scottish Steakhouse.

Does Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa for a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night.

Does Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

The closest major airport to Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa is Chester (CEG-Hawarden), which is 18 mi away (36 minutes by car). Another top airport is John Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 25.6 mi away (46-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa that offer a balcony.

Does Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa host weddings?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa.

Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf and Spa Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 246 out of 610 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 185 out of 610 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 610 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 610 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 610 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Viola

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Itll be good to have a kettle in each room because its winter and warm drinks are essential. Chairs in the bar will need upgrading, old and dirty
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

vince

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Two members of the Portal team consistently impress with friendly courteous welcoming conversation on arrival/departure from Joe. Equalled by welcoming open service from Olga managing breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Bethany Gemma

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were a few cobwebs in the room/bathroom and the shower was very cold. However, all of the staff were kind and welcoming and the pool was very clean with great changing facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless, lovely beds and pillows everything was perfect in the room, loved the Elemis products in the bathroom. Dinner was superb I recommend the Burger! Breakfast was cooked to order it was served hot and was so tasty, Claire&Olga looked after us very well, lovely ladies, Alison and the reception team made us very welcome and were very helpful, we will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Sean

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

C P

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was immaculate, the staff all very helpful and couldn't have done any more for us. We also attended an event there and the organisation was superb.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

victor

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
clean spacious room, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

kevin, Hereford

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice . Won’t be booking a king size bed again as there 2 beds put together and was a cap in the middle of the bed . No jacuzzi so very disappointed in that . Taxi waiting out side which I found handy asked to take us to a pub that was 5 min away and wanted £10 pounds so had to use the car . Won’t be returning to this hotel again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

C J

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Signe

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All as expected, terrific
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very friendly, room good size
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Mr a v

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No fresh water in the room. No coffee maker although there was a kettle. Room out dated and looking tired
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms are clean and showers are good, Staff are very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ye

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely big room, tastefully decorated. Clean room and bathroom. Quality toiletries and very comfy bed. All staff friendly and professional. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

lee

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Kelly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The room looked like it was a spare room p
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

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