Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa
Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, LA23 3DF
From £94.50 per person
Our customer rating: 5/5
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About
It’s one of the most scenic spots in the entire country. So it’s just as well that the Lake District has a seriously indulgent spa hotel waiting to soothe you after a day spent exploring. Located right on the shores of Lake Windermere, the stunning Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa elevates rest and relaxation to luxurious new heights.
Pull off your hiking boots and slip into something more comfortable - a warm robe and slippers will do nicely! The spa has a 20m indoor pool with stunning views, plus eight treatment rooms, a thermal suite and relaxation room, but that’s not the only way to unwind here. The Cumbrian countryside is the star of the show from the Lakeview Restaurant’s floor-to-ceiling windows, or get out into the fresh air for a stroll along the hotel’s own private jetties out on the lake.
Outdoorsy type? Exploring the glorious national park is a piece of Kendal Mint Cake - the hotel has England’s largest lake practically lapping at its doorstep. If that’s not enough, Coniston Water, Grasmere and Rydal Water are all within easy reach, too. You can shop till you drop in Kendal, go looking for Peter Rabbit at The World of Beatrix Potter, and the pretty town on Ambleside is close by as well. To the south, you’ll find the traditional seaside resort of Morecambe, while Keswick lies to the north.
The exquisite Macdonald Old England Hotel offers more than a hundred superb bedrooms, so why not turn your spa day into a spa stay instead? The breathtaking scenery makes a great backdrop for romance, while superb facilities ensure friends can socialise in sumptuous style.
Popular Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Aroma steam room
- Rock sauna
- Relaxation room
- Thermal suite
- Ice room
- Gymnasium
- Terrace Lounge & Cocktail Bar
- Lakeside Restaurant
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 £149.50 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 £195.00 £175.00 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 £94.50 per person
My Midweek 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 £109.00 per person
My Midweek 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 £109.00 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 £124.50 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 £145.00 £125.00 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 £128.50 per person
Men's Detox Spa Day
- 1 treatment, up to 55 minutes
- Lunch
- Full use of the leisure facilities
- Complimentary use of towels, robe and slippers
- Arrival from 10am
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From £170.00 £150.00 per person
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 £245.00 £225.00 per person
2 Night Ultimate Spa Break for Two
- 1 treatment, up to 50 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 £237.50 per person
Couples Retreat Spa Day
- 1 treatment, 55 minutes
- A glass of Prosecco
- Two course lunch or afternoon tea
- Full use of the leisure facilities
- Complimentary use of towels, robe and slippers
- 20% OFF any additional treatments pre-booked
- Arrival from 10am
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From £265.00 £245.00 per package
3 Night Signature Spa Break
- 2 treatments, up to 105 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 £357.00 per person
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Details
Towel and robes provided | Yes |
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Length of pool | 20m |
No. of treatment rooms | 8 |
Dual treatment rooms | Yes |
Max no. in group | 24 |
Lockers available | Yes |
Product house | Elemis and Jessica |
Dress for lunch | Yes |
Minimum age | 18 |
Local attractions | World of Beatrix Potter, Beatrix Potter Gallery, Leighton Moss, Wastwater, The Lake District and Blackwell The Arts and Crafts Centre |
No. of bedrooms | 106 |
Check-in time | 16:00 |
Use facilities before check in time | Yes |
Dress code | Smart/casual |
Hotel Accessible access | Yes |
Car parking | Chargeable |
Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Aroma steam room
- Rock sauna
- Relaxation room
- Thermal suite
- Ice room
- Gymnasium
- Terrace Lounge & Cocktail Bar
- Lakeside Restaurant
The Spa & Wellness at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa
The Lake District is, of course, a paradise for lovers of the great outdoors. But when the weather is looking a bit British outside, there’s nothing nicer than lounging at a spa, encased in your warm, snuggly robe while admiring views over the majestic Lake Windermere from floor-to-ceiling windows.
You work hard. So rest assured that when you visit the spa at Macdonald Old England your only job here is to relax. Take a dip in the 20m indoor pool, breathe deeply in the aroma steam room and soak up the dry heat of the rock sauna.
Cool off in the ice room, where you can recover from the heat by rubbing ice on your body - or that of your partner. Well, it does help to boost the circulation and metabolism!
Take your pick of rituals, from body wraps to facials. Each ELEMIS treatment is tailored to suit the needs of you and your skin, leaving you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. Then continue your deep dive into euphoria by drifting into a blissful post-massage slumber in the zen-like relaxation room.
The Gym & Fitness at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa
Like to crunch before brunch? It’s easy at Macdonald Old England’s Vital Health & Wellbeing Club. The sleek, modern gym is crammed with the latest Life Fitness equipment which lets you track your workouts and view your progress from the LF app.
Workouts feel like a breeze in this bright and open space. Build muscle in the free weights zone, power through some cardio then take advantage of the large stretching area. Need some extra motivation? Sign up for fitness classes like aqua fit, held in the gorgeous 20m indoor pool.
Prefer your exercise in the fresh air? Bring your walking boots or hire a wetsuit! The Lake District is famed for its postcard panorama of craggy hilltops, mountain tarns and glittering lakes. As such, the hotel is awash with outdoor activities you can do right on its doorstep, from paddleboarding and cycling to long mountain walks.
Restaurants & Food at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa
You’ve nurtured your body with heat and water at the spa. And now it’s time for food, glorious food! Luckily, Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa has just the thing to satisfy your appetite. There are two fabulous foodie spots on offer here, alongside a jaw-dropping setting for an indulgent afternoon tea.
Lakeview Restaurant
Known locally as 'the restaurant on the lake', the clue as to what makes this restaurant so special really is in the name - it offers one of the most impressive views across Bowness Bay and Lake Windermere you’ll ever see. Luckily, the modern British cuisine is every bit as exceptional as the scenery!
Terrace Lounge
For a more relaxed experience, make yourself comfy in this elegant lounge and cocktail bar with its own stunning views across the lake from the sun terrace. Come for lunch, but if you fancy a scone alongside your self-care, afternoon tea is served here too. Spoil yourself with delicate finger sandwiches, tempting cakes and, of course, freshly baked scones served with lashings of clotted cream and strawberry jam.
Spa Location
Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa
Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa
Bowness-on-Windermere
Windermere
LA23 3DF
0344 879 9000 ext 4
Part of the Macdonald Hotels & Resorts Group
How to get to the Spa?
By train: The hotel is two miles away from Windermere station which is served by Northern services.
By bus: Several bus services call at Windermere, including the Coniston Rambler 505, the Langdale Rambler 516 and services to Lancaster, Morecambe and Ulverston.
By car: You’ll find Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa two miles from the A591. Use the postcode LA23 3DF for your satnav.
Parking: Parking is chargeable and at present costs £20 per night for hotel guests and £5 for spa day guests.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa do afternoon tea?
Afternoon tea with a stunning view over Lake Windermere? Yes please! Served in the Terrace Lounge or al fresco every day between 12pm and 5pm, the afternoon tea at Macdonald Old England Hotel and Spa boasts fluffy scones, dinky finger sandwiches, and a dainty selection of patisserie.
Does the Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa have a swimming pool?
It does! The 20m indoor swimming pool is perfect for laps, a refreshing dip or an aqua fitness class. Or just pull up a lounger and pose poolside while you drink in those stunning vistas.
Does the Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa have accommodation?
Yes it does. There are 106 bedrooms here ranging from comfortable standard rooms to top-of-the-range balcony suites with unrivalled views of the surrounding Lake District. Rooms in the Georgian house section of the hotel have historic charm in abundance and come equipped with Egyptian cotton bed linen, or choose deluxe or super deluxe rooms for a little more of a lavish stay with some super luxurious toiletries.
What are the check-in and check-out times for overnight stays?
Check-in time is 4pm for overnight stays at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa, while guests need to check out by 11am.
Is Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa accessible
Yes it is! Just tell the hotel you need an accessible room upon booking.
Is Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa family-friendly?
It is, and there’s lots for them to do here. Although kids need to be 18 to have a spa treatment, they can splash in the pool everyday between 10am and 5pm daily. Executive family rooms have space for you all to spread out, and there’s plenty of choice on the children’s menu. Family-friendly attractions close to the hotel include The World of Beatrix Potter, South Lakes Safari Zoo and Wreay Syke Alpaca farm.
Is Macdonald Old England Hotel and Spa pet-friendly?
Dogs are welcome at the hotel (only one dog per room at £20 extra per night) but you must call in advance to confirm availability of pet-friendly rooms. Your dog will not be allowed in the spa or restaurant, but can join you in The Snug. And your little pup will be pampered with comfy dog beds, dog bowls and delicious treats!
Does the Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa have a golf course?
No, but there is one nearby so you don’t have to miss out on a round. Windermere Golf Club is less than two miles away and its heart-of-the-Lake District location makes for some lovely views. Expect a challenge because this course is also known as a ‘miniature Gleneagles’.