Macdonald Old England Hotel and Spa
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Rooms and Guests
1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
All properties in Bowness-on-Windermere
Macdonald Old England Hotel and Spa
23 Church St, Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3DF, United Kingdom
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Highlights
Ideal location
Delicious breakfast
Lots to doAmenities
Indoor swimming pool
Sauna
Spa
Massage room
Gym
Private parking
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
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Property Description
The hotel is the ideal location for exploring the Lake District. The lake view restaurant serves the finest English fare - while a drink can be enjoyed in the terrace bar or the splendour of the lounge. Whether the visit is for business or pleasure the Old England is the perfect choice. The hotel is ideal for conferences or the perfect choice for holding the perfect wedding.
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7.8/10
GoodFabulous location friendly staff and lovely breakfast
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Surroundings
Train: Windermere
(1.6 miles)
Train: Oxenholme Lake District Railway Station
(13.5 miles)
Landmarks: St Martin's Church
(200 ft)
Landmarks: Bowness Bay
(500 ft)
Landmarks: Blue Island Cruise Pier 2
(600 ft)
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Overview
Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
Family Deluxe
1 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Electric fan
Private toilet
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5
Accessible Double Room
1 Double bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Private toilet
Wardrobe
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7
Standard Family
1 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Daily housekeeping
Connecting rooms
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10
Standard Double Room
1 Double bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Bathtub
Electric fan
Private toilet
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5
Deluxe Twin Room
2 Single bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Private toilet
Wardrobe
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5
Standard Twin
2 Single bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Bathtub
Private toilet
Daily housekeeping
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9
Deluxe Double Room
1 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Private toilet
Daily housekeeping
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2
Super Deluxe Double Room
1 Double bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Private toilet
Wardrobe
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11
Super Deluxe Suite
1 Double bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Bathtub
Electric fan
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7
Superior Feature Double Room
1 Double bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Electric fan
Private toilet
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1
Deluxe King Room
1 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Private toilet
Daily housekeeping
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4
Super Deluxe King Room
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Private toilet
Daily housekeeping
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7
Standard King Room
1 King bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Bathtub
Electric fan
Private toilet
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9
Deluxe Balcony Room
1 Double bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Private toilet
Wardrobe
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Guest Reviews
7.8/10
Good
60 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness8.1
- Amenities7.2
- Location8.4
- Service7.5
Average for similar properties in Bowness-on-Windermere
AI Summary
Centrally located near the lake, the accommodation provides easy access to shops, restaurants, and attractions. Guests appreciate the delicious breakfast options and the convenience of being close to the pier.
Guest User
May 18, 2025
Fabulous location friendly staff and lovely breakfast
Guest User
December 31, 2024
Booked in for two nights could not sleep because of nesting birds all night long one lift broken.breakfast was not the hottest
Peter
April 28, 2024
Great location, friendly/helpful staff. Fine views from the bar and restaurant. Parking is expensive at £20 per night. Room was clean and decent, but overall it’s a little bit tired, with Wetherspoons-like carpet, worn paintwork, creaky doors etc. It could certainly do with a spruce up. Spa was very good.
Lau
February 22, 2025
Check in easy and smooth. Near lake Windermere. Room is clean.
Guest User
June 16, 2024
The Macdonald Old England Hotel is well situated, being just a stones throw from the lakeside and the shops in Bowness.
The staff are friendly and obliging and the service matches their attitude.
The breakfasts are fine, although the staff can sometimes be a bit slow in replenishing the tureens.
We did not use the Spa, so we cannot comment on that.
Overall, we found the hotel to have all the facilities that we were lookling for and we would be happy to stay there again.
Guest User
January 7, 2024
Excellent visit room food and experience was 10 out of 10 from start to finish
LilyQ
November 20, 2023
It’s a little bit frustrating that we can just see a small window in the lark view room..
ShahBijal
August 19, 2023
Everything was perfect except the gym… the gym is dated and all the equipment is falling apart
Services & Amenities
Most popular business facilities
Indoor swimming pool
Sauna
Spa
Additional charge
Massage room
Gym
Private parking
Additional charge
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Bar
Restaurant
Taxi booking service
Conference room
Additional charge
Multi-function room
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Indoor swimming pool
Spa
Gym
Bar
Restaurant
Conference room
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Indoor swimming pool
Heated pool
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking, and Charge, £25.00 (approx. $33.50) Daily. Reservation not needed.
Private parking
Additional charge
Transportation
Taxi booking service
Business Services
Postal service
Multi-function room
Fax/copying service
Additional charge
Wedding service
Conference room
Additional charge
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge service
VIP check-in service
Express check-in and check-out
Safe at front desk
Luggage storage
Languages Spoken
Polish
Hungarian
Arabic
Food & Drink
Snack bar
Bar
Lobby bar
Room service
Public Areas
PA and sound system
No smoking in public areas
Garden
Smoking area
Elevator
Health & Wellness
Spa
Additional charge
Sailing
Off-site
Gym
Massage room
Sauna
Kayaking
Off-site
Activities
Gaming area
Cleaning Services
Dry cleaning
Additional charge
Clothes dryer
Laundry service (on-site)
Additional charge
Clothes steamer
Facilities for Children
Children's meals available
Accessibility
Handrails in hallways
Handrails on stairs
Employees proficient with sign language
Stair-free main entrance
Accessible rooms available
Safety & Security
Smoke detector
First aid kit
Fire alarm
Fire extinguisher
Security personnel
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: After 16:00
Check-out: 07:00–11:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
If you plan to arrive after 01:00 in the morning on the day following your check-in date, contact the property in advance
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
Breakfast
TypeContinental, Full English/Irish, Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian
StyleSet menu
Opening hours[Mon - Sun] 08:00-10:00 Open
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Children 3 years old and under | Free |
Children 4–17 years old | £18.00 (approx. $24.12) per person |
Adult | Set menu:£18.00 (approx. $24.12) per person |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Service Animals
Service animals are allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
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Property Description
- Opened: 2007
- Number of Rooms: 106
The hotel is the ideal location for exploring the Lake District. The lake view restaurant serves the finest English fare - while a drink can be enjoyed in the terrace bar or the splendour of the lounge. Whether the visit is for business or pleasure the Old England is the perfect choice. The hotel is ideal for conferences or the perfect choice for holding the perfect wedding.