Macdonald Botley Park Hotel & Spa

Want to bike before breakfast or deadlift after dinner? You’re in luck! Vital Health & Wellbeing at Botley Park is now open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The gym is packed with high-spec Life Fitness equipment, offering everything from advanced treadmills and cross-trainers to a dedicated free weights area for those focused on strength and conditioning. 

Feeling competitive? Challenge your pampering partner to a game of squash or badminton. Then, after you’ve pushed yourself to your limits, the transition from workout to wind-down is effortless. The 15-metre indoor heated pool is perfect for cooling off with a few laps, while the sauna and steam room offer the ideal spot to soothe tired muscles. 

When you’re ready to venture beyond the hotel, you can lace up your walking boots for a stroll through the nearby Manor Farm Country Park. For those who prefer two wheels, the area is criss-crossed with cycling routes that lead through the heart of the Meon Valley and into the ancient woodlands of the New Forest.

You’ve unwound in the spa, now it’s time to refuel in style – and Macdonald Botley Park Hotel & Spa has just the place to do it. With a restaurant and bar popular with both guests and locals, the hotel has a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere that makes eating and drinking here feel like a natural extension of your stay.

Winchester Restaurant 

The hotel’s main dining space, the Winchester Restaurant, is known for its polished service and classic British dishes made with quality, locally sourced ingredients. Start the day with a hearty full English or a lighter continental option, then return in the evening for a tasty burger or steak, all served in an elegant setting.

Sports Bar & Lounge 

If you prefer something more casual, the Sports Bar & Lounge offers light bites, bar meals and drinks throughout the day. It’s an easygoing spot for a post‑spa cocktail, a glass of wine or a relaxed bite to eat, with plenty of comfy seating and a friendly, informal feel. On sunny days, you can even take your drink out onto the terrace and enjoy the peaceful Hampshire surroundings.

Water baby? You’ll love the 15‑metre heated indoor swimming pool at Macdonald Botley Park, and there’s also a sauna and steam room to relax in after your swim.

You’ll find the hotel on the edge of the historic village of Botley, nestled in the peaceful Boorley Green area. Set within attractive private grounds, it has all the tranquillity of a rural escape while still keeping you close to Botley itself with its quaint tearooms, traditional pubs and independent boutiques.

This location is super-convenient to get to, within easy reach of the M27 and M3, meaning all of Hampshire’s highlights at your fingertips. You can spend a morning wandering the cobbled streets of Winchester, then head out later to explore the wild beauty of the New Forest. Cricket fan? You’re mere minutes from the Utilita Bowl.

Want to make a night of it? We don’t blame you. Luckily, Macdonald Botley Park Hotel & Spa has plenty of accommodation, with 130 stylish bedrooms and suites designed for total relaxation. From Standard to Deluxe and Suites, all rooms are comfortable and traditionally furnished, with everything you need at your fingertips – including complimentary Wi-Fi and Elemis toiletries.

Check‑in is at 3pm and check‑out is by 11am on your day of departure. Here for a spa day or morning? Arrival times are generally 10am (or 12pm for afternoon retreats), but can vary, so it’s best to check your booking confirmation.

Absolutely! Macdonald Botley Park Hotel & Spa makes it easy for families to feel at home. Spacious family rooms let everyone sleep in comfort, while children’s menus ensure even the youngest guests are catered for.

While the minimum age for spa packages is 18, mini hotel guests can still enjoy the swimming pool between 10am and 7pm if they’re accompanied by an adult.

If you’re looking for family adventures, Macdonald Botley Park makes a brilliant base. You’re only a short drive from Paultons Park and Peppa Pig World, or the historic Southampton waterfront, with its interactive SeaCity Museum.

Yes, the hotel is fully accessible to wheelchair users. Accessible bedrooms have extra space for easy wheelchair access, handrails in the bathroom and reachable alarm facilities.

Sorry, it’s a pup-free zone, although guide and service dogs are welcome to stay for free.

There used to be one! In fact, the hotel was once known as the Macdonald Botley Park Hotel, Golf & Country Club. But sadly, the 18-hole championship course was permanently closed in April 2015. The land was sold and has since been redeveloped for housing. 

But it’s not all bad news for sports lovers. If you’re looking to play golf during your spa stay, there are several highly-rated courses nearby, including the well-regarded 18 hole Boundary Lakes Golf Course at the Utilita Bowl.