Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa (Bowness-on-Windermere, United Kingdom)

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Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa - Bowness-on-Windermere

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Overview

4-star lakeside hotel with a Visit England Gold Award and a full-service spa on Lake Windermere

Accommodations & Views

The Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa offers rooms with flat-screen TVs, tea and coffee facilities, and mineral water. Some rooms provide direct views of Lake Windermere and the surrounding fells. The hotel provides family rooms with generous sizes and dog-friendly accommodations.

Dining & Experiences

The award-winning Lakeview Restaurant serves modern British cuisine using local and seasonal ingredients. The Terrace Bar and Lounge offers light meals and traditional afternoon teas in a picturesque setting. Private dining and events suites with lake views are available for special occasions.

Spa & Wellness

The full-service spa offers a variety of ELEMIS treatments, including exclusive therapies for guests living with cancer. The leisure center has a 20-meter heated indoor swimming pool, a fully equipped gym, and spa facilities such as a sauna, aroma steam room, and ice room. Guests have complimentary use of the spa facilities, including the fitness center and spa lounge.

Location & Grounds

The Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa sits on the shores of Lake Windermere, with its own private boat moorings and a private jetty. The hotel is a short walk from the Bowness-on-Windermere town center and 200 meters from the Beatrix Potter Exhibition. The landscaped gardens provide outdoor space, and the hotel has a private jetty and lakeside moorings for guests.

Dining & Family Offerings

The award-winning Lakeview Restaurant serves modern British cuisine with local and seasonal ingredients. The hotel offers a kid-friendly buffet, special diet menus, and a snack bar. Family rooms are generous in size, and the hotel is dog-friendly, with board games and puzzles available for children.

Accolades: Visit England Gold Award
Location: On the shores of Lake Windermere, 200 meters from Beatrix Potter Exhibition
Rooms: Family rooms and dog-friendly accommodations
Dining: Award-winning Lakeview Restaurant with modern British cuisine
Wellness: Full-service spa with ELEMIS treatments, 20-meter heated indoor pool, sauna, steam room
Activities: Private boat moorings, private jetty, walking tours

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 16:00-23:59

from 07:00-11:00

Amenities

Private parking is possible on site at GBP 25 per day.

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Other information

Breakfast

At the hotel Macdonald Old England & Spa guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free.

Children & extra beds

There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

English, Spanish, Italian, Czech, Hungarian, Chinese, Polish, Arabic, Slovak

Building

Year renovated:2007

Number of floors:4

Number of rooms:106

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Rooms and availability

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Classic Family Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 Double bed1 Double bed

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Super Deluxe Double Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Deluxe King Suite

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Parking

GBP 25 per day

Baggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness center

Swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Back massage

Head massage

Full body massage

Steam room

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs
Children's buffet
Board games

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Sun terrace
Garden area
Spa & wellness center
Sauna
Steam room
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage

Room features

Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Separate tub and shower
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

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Essential information about Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

💵 Lowest room price	146 US$
📏 Distance to center	100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport	51.2 mi
🧳 Nearest airport	Carlisle Lake District, CAX

Location

Address

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Church Street, Bowness-on-Windermere, United Kingdom, LA23 3DF

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Church Street, Bowness-on-Windermere, United Kingdom, LA23 3DF

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Landmark

Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats

100 yd

Museums

National Trust Hill Top

2.1 mi

Landmark

Belle Isle

100 yd

Gallery

Blackwell The Arts and Crafts House

1.4 mi

Landmark

Aquarius Amusements

100 yd

Landmark

Windermere Steamboat Museum

1.0 mi

Landmark

Cockshott Point

100 yd

Landmark

Brant Fell Viewpoint

200 yd

Gallery

Cook House Gallery

1.2 mi

Gallery

Thuline Studio

1.2 mi

Landmark

High Street

1.3 mi

Store

Windermere Canoe and Kayak

200 yd

Landmark

Orrest Head

1.7 mi

Landmark

Storrs

200 yd

Landmark

Windy Hall

200 yd

Landmark

St Mary's Church

1.3 mi

Landmark

Claife Heights

1.3 mi

Landmark

Queen's Park

1.1 mi

Gallery

North South Gallery

1.1 mi

Bay

Mitchell Wyke Ferry Bay

1.4 mi

Landmark

Windermere

3.0 mi

Parks

The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction

100 yd

Windermere Marina Village Ferry Nab

Lake Windermere

100 yd

Church

St Martin's Church

100 yd

The Fun Factory Glebe Road

The Fun Factory Bowness

100 yd

Store

Love the Lakes

100 yd

Station Road

St Michael and All Angels Church

100 yd

Bowness Bay

100 yd

Broadway Theatre

The Old Laundry Theatre

100 yd

Square

The Glebe

100 yd

Restaurant

Village Inn Bar & Grill

100 yd

Restaurant

Jackson's Bistro

100 yd

Restaurant

Terrace Coffee Lounge & Cocktail Bar at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

100 yd

Restaurant

Bodega Tapas Bar

100 yd

Restaurant

Caffe Riva

100 yd

Restaurant

The China Boat

100 yd

Restaurant

Villa Positano

100 yd

Restaurant

Hyltons

100 yd

Restaurant

Lake View Garden Bar

100 yd

Restaurant

The Albert

100 yd

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FAQ about Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

How far is the city center from the refined Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa hotel?

The refined Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa hotel is located in the beautiful district of Bowness-on-Windermere.

What interesting sites can I visit not far from Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa hotel?

Guests of Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa hotel can visit The Old Laundry Theatre (a mere 5 minutes' stroll from the accommodation), or The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction placed 5 minutes' walk away.

Is there parking at the Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?

Yes, the Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa offers a private parking garage on site.

Can I have lunch or dinner next to the Bowness-on-Windermere hotel?

You will be able to enjoy a meal in the nearby establishments, such as Boatman's Cafe and Gift Shop, and Harleys Bar, located just about 7 minutes' walk away from the Bowness-on-Windermere hotel.

Can I have breakfast at the hotel?

Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.

What time is check-in and check-out at the refined Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa hotel?

Guests of the refined Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa hotel can check in from 4 PM to 11.59 PM and check out from 7 AM.

What payment methods are available in the refined Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa hotel?

At the refined Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa hotel, guests can pay using Mastercard, Visa, and American Express as well as other payment methods.

Which amenities are included in the rooms at the Bowness-on-Windermere hotel?

Specific suites at the Bowness-on-Windermere hotel feature bunk beds and en-suite bathrooms along with bathrobes and hair dryers.

Is the staff at the Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa multilingual?

Yes, the staff of the Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa can assist you in Slovak, Arabic, Polish, Chinese, and Hungarian.

Which facilities are available in the refined Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa hotel?

Top locations of the refined Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa hotel include a luggage room and a restaurant, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with 24-hour security service and a safety deposit box.

What spa facilities are provided at the Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa?

Pampering amenities in the Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa include a steam room, a traditional Hammam, and sauna facilities.

Is there a swimming pool in the refined Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa hotel?

Yes, the refined Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa hotel features a heated pool.