Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

Church Street 23, Bowness-on-Windermere, United Kingdom
Good
970 reviews
8.2

Check-in dates

07.10.2026
to
08.10.2026

Guests and Rooms

2 adults · 0 children · 1 room
Location

When you stay at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa in Windermere, you'll be on a lake, just steps from Lake Windermere and Bowness Pier. This family-friendly hotel is 13.8 mi (22.2 km) from Ullswater and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Old Laundry Theatre.

Amenities

Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including a health club, an indoor pool, and a sauna. Additional amenities at this Georgian hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.

Rooms

Stay in one of 106 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Dining

Grab a bite to eat at the hotel's restaurant, where you can take in the garden view, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee.

Attractions

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Lake Windermere - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Bowness Pier - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Old Laundry Theatre - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
World of Beatrix Potter - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Windermere Ferry - 2 km / 1.2 mi
Windermere Golf Club - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Claife Viewing Station and Windermere West Shore - 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House - 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Lyth Valley - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Orrest Head - 3.5 km / 2.2 mi
Holehird Gardens - 4.1 km / 2.5 mi
Hill Top Farm - 4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Treetop Trek - 5.4 km / 3.3 mi
Raw War Paintball - 5.4 km / 3.4 mi

The preferred airport for Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa is Manchester Airport (MAN) - 145 km / 90.1 mi

Business Amenities

Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Windermere? This hotel has 4973 square feet (462 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

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Facilities

Dry cleaning/laundry service
Conference space size (meters) - 462
Sailing nearby
Free WiFi
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Number of indoor pools - 1
Wheelchair accessible parking
Bicycle rentals nearby
Tours/ticket assistance
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
No accessible shuttle
Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
Sign language-capable staff
Golf lessons available nearby
Handrails in stairways
Handrails in hallways
Electric car charging station
Number of accessible parking spaces - 4
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Coffee/tea in common areas
Laundry facilities
Elevator
Fitness facilities
Secured parking
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Banquet hall
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Meeting rooms
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Spa treatment room(s)
Health club
Arcade/game room
Well-lit path to entrance
Garden
Stair-free path to entrance
Wedding services
Full-service spa
Registration desk height (centimeters) - 99
Elevator door width (inches) - 72
Off-street parking
Registration desk height (inches) - 39
Hallway handrail height (centimeters) - 99
Stairwell handrail height (inches) - 39
Elevator door width (centimeters) - 183
Hallway handrail height (inches) - 39
Luggage storage
Express check-out
Porter/bellhop
Stairwell handrail height (centimeters) - 99
24-hour front desk
Number of restaurants - 1
Library
Golfing nearby
Smoke-free property
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Snack bar/deli
Sauna
Children's pool
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Steam room
Kayaking nearby
Self parking (surcharge)
Conference space
Terrace
Wheelchair accessible path of travel
Conference space size (feet) - 4973
Concierge services

Helpful Information

Check-in / Check-out
Check-in from: 4:00 PM
Check-out until: 11:00 AM
Additional check-in information
  • 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
Check-in Special Instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
Optional Fees
  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 18.00 per person
  • Secured self parking fee: GBP 20.00 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.

Know Before You Go
  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
  • Reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • 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.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Guest rating

8.2
Good
970 reviews
Value
8.4
Comfort
8.4
Overall
8.2
Service
8.2
Location
9.8
Amenities
8.2
Condition
8.0
Cleanliness
8.8
Neighborhood
9.4
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