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Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa, Bowness on Windermere

23 Church Street, Bowness on Windermere, Cumbria, LA233DF, UK
Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa, Bowness on Windermere Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa, Bowness on Windermere 0344 8799144 23 Church Street Bowness on Windermere
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  • Free Wifi
  • Accessible Rooms
  • Private Car Park
  • Lift
  • Leisure with pool
  • Spa Treatments
  • Golf in Local Area

The Old England Hotel & Spa in the Lake District is part of The Macdonald Hotels'  Luxury Signature Collection.

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Rooms & Facilities
Facilities: swipe to see more
  • Free Wifi
  • Accessible Rooms
  • Private Car Park
  • Lift
  • Leisure with pool
  • Spa Treatments
  • Golf in Local Area

Number of Bedrooms: 106

Parking Spaces: 0

Steps into Hotel: 0

Check In Time: 4pm

Check Out Time: 11am

The Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa in Bowness on Windermere sits on the shores of Lake Windermere - England's largest lake. The Old England hotel is one of the finest 4-star hotels in the Lake District and offers the best of breathtaking scenery and exceptional facilities. From unrivalled views over the mature lawns to private jetties and moorings on the lake – this Macdonald hotel proves a popular choice for holidays in the English Lakes.

This hotel in Cumbria boasts 106 luxurious en-suite bedrooms in one of the most scenic and beautiful parts of England. If you're looking for the ultimate in comfortable accommodation, choose one of the spacious balcony Suites and enjoy unrivalled views of the surrounding Lake District.

Take in the gorgeous views from the lakeside Restaurant whilst dining from the a la carte menu. Only the finest British cuisine is served and Head Chef, Chris Lee brings the best in fine dining to Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa. For a more relaxed experience, unwind in the Terrace Lounge where you can enjoy a classic afternoon tea and your favourite coffee. The sun terrace is also a great spot for evening cocktails.

The Macdonald Old England Hotel is perfect for country adventures - hire a private boat on the lake and marvel at the glorious scenery on offer. And once you've finished exploring, a visit to the hotel's spa and thermal suite is recommended for a relaxing steam.

The Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa in Bowness on Windermere offers great late deals and special offers on short breaks throughout the year

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Bedrooms

tick TV
tick Tea/Coffee
tick Trouser Press
tick Iron/Board
tick Toiletries
tick Hairdryer
tick Telephone
tick Room Service
tick Cots Supplied
tick Ground Floor Rooms
tick Wifi
tick Family Room for 3
tick Family Room for 4
tick Walk In Showers

Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa boasts stunning views of the beautiful Lake Windermere from the comfort of your luxurious and peaceful hotel room. The 106 luxurious bedrooms are comfortable, traditionally furnished and boast a range of modern conveniences.

STANDARD ROOMS
Standard rooms at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa offer you traditional comfort and modern convenience in the heart of the Lake District. Many of the Classic Rooms are located in the historic Georgian house section of the hotel.

DELUXE ROOMS
Deluxe rooms at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa are furnished to the highest standard. Designed with comfort in mind, luxurious bedding makes the Executive rooms the perfect retreat for a relaxing break in the Lake District.
· Spacious bathrooms with bathrobes

SUPER DELUXE ROOMS
Spacious rooms at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa offer the comfort of a Standard room with unrivalled panoramic views of the lake and fells.
· Complimentary welcome tray

SUPER DELUXE BALCONY ROOM
Super Deluxe Balcony Room at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa is inviting and luxurious. All Super Deluxe rooms have walled balconies to enjoy views of Lake Windermere and the surrounding fells, providing you with a quiet and inspiring sanctuary in the heart of the Lake District.
· Complimentary welcome tray
· Espresso coffee machine

SUITE
Suites at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa are a spacious and luxurious retreat overlooking Lake Windermere and the surrounding fells. All have separate lounge areas, en suite baths and separate showers, complimentary coffee machines and welcome trays. 

ACCESSIBLE ROOM
Accessible Rooms at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa offer you exquisite comfort, luxury and style. The extra accessible features such as handrails in the bathroom Lowered switches and pull-cord alarm facilities will ensure you have plenty of peace of mind during your stay with us.

Bar & Restaurant

tick TV

The Restaurant
The Restaurant at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa sits on the shore of Lake Windermere and boasts stunning views over the lake and surrounding fells. Known locally as 'the restaurant on the lake', it offers one of the most impressive views across the water. The menu has been carefully selected by the Head Chef and serves modern dishes using local produce. 

Due to the popularity of The Restaurant, we advise you to book your table in advance to avoid disappointment.

OPENING TIMES
Breakfast
Continental - £14.95
Full - £21.50
· 8am-10.00am (Mon - Fri)
· 8.00am-10.30am (Weekends)
Dinner
· 6.30pm-9pm (Daily)

Terrace Lounge & Cocktail Bar
The elegant Lounge & Cocktail Bar is a beautiful retreat during your visit to the Lake District. Relax in the lounge or take in the stunning views across the lake from the hotel's own sun terrace.
Enjoy speciality coffees throughout the day or indulge in a classic afternoon tea. In the evening, the lounge is the perfect place to meet for Champagne or cocktails with an extensive choice of fine wines and spirits.


OPENING TIMES
· 12am-7pm (Hot and cold meals)
Afternoon tea is served from 12.30 -4.30pm daily. 

Leisure

tick Fitness Suite
tick Beauty Treatments
tick Indoor Heated Swimming Pool

Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa is situated in the heart of the Cumbrian countryside, in the Lake District. Blessed with wild and unrelenting beauty, the landscape is the ideal backdrop for a relaxing break from the stress and strain of daily life.
The spa provides you with an equal balance of luxury and tranquillity; with a staff of trained experts standing by to help you relax and unwind. There is also a range of fitness facilities including a
Technogym and heated pool.

· State of the art Technogym
· 20-metre heated swimming pool
· Sensuous spa
· Expert therapists
· Open Mon-Fri: 7am-7pm daily
· Children 10 - 5pm daily

Come for indulgence at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa for a body wrap, massage or replenishing beauty treatment. The expert therapists will help you rejuvenate, relax and revitalise at the tranquil, Windermere spa. Choose from a range of treatments to help soothe your aching muscles, and leave the hotel feeling fresh and ready to face the world.

Location & Directions

Directions to Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa in Bowness on Windermere

1.7miles from A591

1.7 miles from Windermere Rail Station

90 miles from Manchester Airport

Notice Board

Hotel Notice Board

Dinner Inclusions:
Unless otherwise stated in your pacakage, guests staying on a dinner bed and breakfast basis can choose any food items from the menu to the value of £30. Anything over this amount will be added to your bill.

Car Parking
We are pleased to confirm that parking is available at the Macdonald Old England Hotel and Spa and is charged at £20 per night for a parking space. Payment for parking can be made at the hotel directly.

Unfortunately the lift cannot take full size wheelchairs making the Restaurant not accessible for guests in wheelchairs. The hotel is still wheelchair friendly however the whole hotel is not fully accessible for wheelchair users.

Things to See and Do
tick Walking
tick Horse Riding
tick Nature Reserves
tick Sailing
tick Cycling
tick Fishing
tick Tank Driving

Set on the shores of Lake Windermere - England's largest lake - the hotel offers the best of breathtaking scenery and exceptional facilities. From unrivalled views over our mature lawns to private jetties and moorings on the lake.  The hotel in Cumbria is perfect for country adventures - hire a private boat on the lake and marvel at the glorious scenery on offer.

 

Things To See and Do in the Local Area:

Beatrix Potter Museum

Aquarium of the Lake

Grizedale Forest

Windermere Lake Cruises

Brantwood

Blackwell The Arts & Craft House 

For more information on things to see in and do in the area, check out our Destination Guide.

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