Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel
Parkgate Road, Ledsham, Chester, CH66 9PB
From £40.00 per person
Our customer rating: 5/5
About
When your mind, body and spirit are in need of a lift, the fabulous Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel becomes something of a must-visit. Set amid 27 acres of achingly beautiful Cheshire countryside, this idyllic retreat has everything you need for a day or stay that you’ll never forget. Here you can stop and smell the flowers as the rest of the world hurtles by.
Take a little time to explore the fascinating Roman heritage in nearby Chester, and be sure to visit the world-famous Chester Zoo while you’re in the area. The exciting city of Liverpool is within easy reach, offering you a fabulous range of shops, galleries, museums and landmarks. If you’re a music fan, you’re sure to love The Beatles Story.
Overnight journeys of bliss are always highly pleasurable at Craxton Wood, a sumptuous hotel offering more than 70 comfy bedrooms. There’s an excellent spa here with 11 gorgeous treatment rooms, not to mention a top of the range gym. And the sublime restaurant will be ready and waiting to impress you as soon as you feel peckish.
Please note: This Hotel operates a cashless system.
Popular Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Herbal sauna
- Aroma steam room
- Foot spas
- Experience showers
- Ice fountain
- State-of-the-art gymnasium
- Two tranquil relaxation areas
- Thermal Suite
- Rasul mud therapy room
- Woodland Zen garden
- Aerobics studio
- Woodland Spa Café
- Cocktail Bar and Lounge
- Wellness room
- Craxton Wood Grill
Packages
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Festive Season - SAVE UP TO 25%
1 Night Indulgent Spa Break for Two
- 2 treatments, up to 50 minutes
- Overnight accommodation
- An allocation towards dinner from the A La Carte menu is included
- Breakfast
- Full use of the leisure facilities
- Complimentary use of towels, robe and slippers
- £5 voucher to spend in our spa store (minimum spend applies)
- Check in from 3pm - Room departure 11am
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From £119.50 per person
Festive Season - SAVE UP TO 30%
My Signature Spa Day
- 2 treatments, 80 minutes
- Full afternoon tea
- Full use of the leisure facilities
- Complimentary use of towels, robe and slippers
- Arrival from 10am
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From £149.00 per person
Festive Season - SAVE 30%
My Total Time Out Spa Day
- 2 treatments, 110 minutes
- Full afternoon tea
- Full use of the leisure facilities
- Complimentary use of towels, robe and slippers
- Arrival from 10am
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From £189.00 per person
My Rest and Reset Spa Day
- Lunch or afternoon tea
- Full use of the leisure facilities
- Complimentary use of towels, robe and slippers
- Arrival from 10am
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From £40.00 per person
My Morning Retreat
- 1 treatment, up to 25 minutes
- Lunch
- Three hours use of the leisure facilities
- Complimentary use of towels, robe and slippers
- Arrive at 9am
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From £69.00 per person
My Afternoon Escape
- 1 treatment, up to 25 minutes
- Full afternoon tea
- Three hours use of the leisure facilities
- Complimentary use of towels, robe and slippers
- Arrive at 12pm
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From £74.00 per person
1 Night Spa Break for Two
- 1 treatment, up to 25 minutes
- Overnight accommodation
- Breakfast
- Full use of the leisure facilities
- Complimentary use of towels, robe and slippers
- Check in from 3pm - Room departure 11am
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From £74.50 per person
My Refresh and Renew Spa Day
- 2 treatments, up to 80 minutes
- Full afternoon tea
- Full use of the leisure facilities
- Complimentary use of towels, robe and slippers
- Arrival time TBA
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From £89.00 per person
1 Night The Essential Spa Break for Two
- 1 treatment, up to 25 minutes
- Overnight accommodation
- An allocation towards dinner from the A La Carte menu is included
- Breakfast
- Full use of the leisure facilities
- Complimentary use of towels, robe and slippers
- £5 voucher to spend in our spa store (minimum spend £50)
- Check in from 3pm - Room departure 11am
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From £94.50 per person
1 Night Sunday Spa Retreat for Two
- 1 treatment, up to 25 minutes
- Overnight accommodation
- Complimentary bottle of Prosecco in your room upon arrival
- An allocation towards dinner from the A La Carte menu is included
- Breakfast
- Full use of the leisure facilities
- Complimentary use of towels, robe and slippers
- Treatments to be taken on Monday
- Check in from 3pm - Room departure 11am
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From £94.50 per person
My Perfect Treat Spa Day
- 1 treatment, up to 55 minutes
- Full afternoon tea
- Full use of the leisure facilities
- Complimentary use of towels, robe and slippers
- Arrival from 10am
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From £99.00 per person
2 Night Ultimate Spa Break for Two
- 1 treatment, up to 55 minutes
- 2 Night accommodation
- A bottle of Prosecco in your room upon arrival
- An allocation towards dinner from the A La Carte menu is included on the first night
- Afternoon tea on the second day
- Breakfast each morning
- Full use of the leisure facilities
- Complimentary use of towels, robe and slippers
- A £10 voucher to spend in our spa store (minimum spend applies)
- Check in from 3pm - Room departure 11am
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From £184.50 per person
3 Night Spa-Cation Break
- 2 treatments, up to 110 minutes
- 3 Night accommodation
- A bottle of Prosecco
- An allocation towards dinner from the A La Carte menu is included on your day of arrival
- Afternoon tea on your second day
- Breakfast each morning
- Full use of the leisure facilities
- Complimentary use of towels, robe and slippers
- £10 voucher to spend in our spa store (minimum spend applies)
- Check in from 3pm - Room departure 11am
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From £274.50 per person
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Details
| Towel and robes provided | Yes |
|---|---|
| Length of pool | 18m |
| No. of treatment rooms | 11 |
| Dual treatment rooms | Yes |
| Max no. in group | 32 |
| Lockers available | Yes |
| Product house | Elemis, Jennifer Young, Jessica and Fake Bake |
| Dress for lunch | No |
| Minimum age | 16 |
| Local attractions | Chester Zoo, University of Chester, Chester Cathedral and Liverpool Anglican Cathedral |
| No. of bedrooms | 72 |
| Check in time | 15:00 |
| Use facilities before check in time | Yes |
| Dress code | Smart/casual |
| Disabled access | Yes |
| Car parking | Complimentary |
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Herbal sauna
- Aroma steam room
- Foot spas
- Experience showers
- Ice fountain
- State-of-the-art gymnasium
- Two tranquil relaxation areas
- Thermal Suite
- Rasul mud therapy room
- Woodland Zen garden
- Aerobics studio
- Woodland Spa Café
- Cocktail Bar and Lounge
- Wellness room
- Craxton Wood Grill
The Spa
If you’re looking to be pampered like never before, the magnificent Vital Health & Wellbeing Club will delight you from the moment you first arrive. A recent £1.4 million investment has transformed this facility into one of the finest in the area, offering a haven of complete and utter indulgence.
With a comprehensive menu of soothing and revitalising treatments as well as an extensive set of amenities, a visit to this sensational oasis of calm is a must. If you’re on the lookout for a spa paradise that will help you escape an increasingly hectic lifestyle, you can bask in the knowledge that you've finally found it.
The Workout
A workout at the magnificent Craxton Wood Hotel brings you all the usual rewards and a whole lot more. The state of the art Technogym equipment and a welcoming, laid-back atmosphere combine to create the perfect environment for everything from a gentle jog to a full-on session that works every part of your body.
After your exertions, you can unwind in the relaxing haven that is the Vital spa café. Or, if you’re seeking the ultimate warm-down, try the steam room or sauna and unwind in style. A swim in the indoor pool is made all the more special by the rural beauty that can be seen through the full-length windows.
The Food
A delicious place to sample the finer things in life, the Craxton Wood Grill brings you a wonderful collection of classic British dishes with an innovative twist that will tempt your taste buds from the start. A stunning location for both eating and drinking, the hotel deserves to be on every foodie’s must-visit list.
The secret to the wonderful meals is the insistence on locally-sourced ingredients of the finest quality. Whether you’re an overnight guest of the hotel or you’re simply visiting for a day of indulgence, you surely owe it to yourself to include a trip to the Grill on your schedule.
Spa Location
Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel
Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel
Parkgate Road
Ledsham
Chester
CH66 9PB
0151 347 4000
Part of the Macdonald Hotels & Resorts Group
Reviews
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- 5 Service
- 4 Quality
- 4 Satisfaction
Venue is generally clean and well equipped, only let down by one foot spa not working (which I see in a previous review) and the spa steam room had an unpleasant smell (though poolside one was fine). A dietary requirement led to a 20min delay in afternoon tea but the food itself was delicious and filling. Made good use of the ~18m pool (which was only ever shared with 1 other person at most) and pleasant, quiet and well equipped gym. Best part was the treatment. Back massage from Liv was amongst the best I've ever experienced - perfect blend of angles, technique and pressure - only regret was that I hadn't booked for longer. Overall thought it was good value and have already booked to go back.
David A, Wirral
- 5 Service
- 5 Quality
- 5 Satisfaction
My friends and I were all in need of relaxing afternoon. And that's exactly what we got! We all enjoyed our treatments. The back massage and facial were so very relaxing. The afternoon tea was delicious too, we had great fun in the steam/sauna rooms especially with the ice 🧊 lol!🙈🤣. I even managed a really serene swim as I had the pool to myself! Just an amazing Spa experience!!
Jan Molyneux, Winsford Cheshire
- 5 Service
- 5 Quality
- 5 Satisfaction
Great spa very relaxing, brilliant modern facilities and afternoon tea served by the lovely Liz. Will definitely be coming again
Adele Parry, Connahs quay
- 5 Service
- 5 Quality
- 4 Satisfaction
Fantastic!!
Vivien Graham, Liverpool
- 5 Service
- 5 Quality
- 5 Satisfaction
Had such a lovely weekend here, the staff are so lovely and helpful and the food was amazing. We also had treatments at the spa which were absolutely amazing too, would definitely recommend and hopefully we will be back soon.
Lisa Farrell, Upton
- 5 Service
- 5 Quality
- 5 Satisfaction
This was my first time doing a spa day. It was a treat for my grown up children following a funeral of a close relative. I have to say it was an excellent experience. I will definitely go again.
Gareth Williams, Lowton
No, the headline isn't about me, it's about the hotel. It's beyond tired. For crying out loud give it a lick of paint and stop using the Macdonald name to rake money in without investing any back in...... Read more
Great stay from arriving to leaving. The hotel was spotlessly clean. Staff were extremely friendly and helpful and made me feel very welcome. My cocker spaniel was also made to feel welcome and...... Read more
Hotel in need of a freshen up. Some of the furniture, fixtures and fittings are worn, tatty and damaged. Bathroom panel mouldy and rotten. Bar staff slow, food service slow, food okay although...... Read more