Title: Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=10610&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa This lakeside hotel combines relaxation and family time with its garden setting, where travelers can unwind with a massage or enjoy quality moments together. ## Photo gallery for Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa ![Exterior - Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa (Windermere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10700/10610/23774faf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains - Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa (Windermere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10700/10610/b783f803.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Flat-screen TV - Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa (Windermere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10700/10610/acab6166.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed (Feature) | Water view - Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa (Windermere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10700/10610/fc8d7df9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Suite, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains - Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa (Windermere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10700/10610/f4aebfd8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa sits by the lake, offering a refined getaway with wellness facilities including an indoor pool and children's pool. Guests can savor British cuisine at The Restaurant or relax in the library, with WiFi in all rooms. ## Reviews 8.2 Very good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Free Wi-Fi £185 includes taxes & fees 4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026 ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 23 - Dec 24](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-23&endDate=2025-12-24&selected=10610&PinnedHotelID=10610&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-23&endDate=2025-12-24&selected=10610&PinnedHotelID=10610&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 24 - Dec 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&selected=10610&PinnedHotelID=10610&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&selected=10610&PinnedHotelID=10610&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 26 - Dec 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=10610&PinnedHotelID=10610&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=10610&PinnedHotelID=10610&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 2 - Jan 4](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=10610&PinnedHotelID=10610&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=10610&PinnedHotelID=10610&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 14 of 14 rooms ### View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Double Bed ![Superior Room, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10700/10610/fe476fcf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room, 1 Double Bed 8.0 Very good 3 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker - 214 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Double Bed ![Superior Room, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10700/10610/9208a264.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room, 1 Double Bed 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker - 214 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 Double Bed ![Superior Suite, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10700/10610/be22da9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Suite, 1 Double Bed 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker - 214 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Family Room, 1 Double Bed ![Family Room, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10700/10610/c8abe9cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room, 1 Double Bed 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Family Room, 1 Double Bed ![Family Room, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10700/10610/6f2ff389.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room, 1 Double Bed 7.8 Good 9 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Single Beds ![Deluxe Room, 2 Single Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10700/10610/f71be6e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 2 Single Beds 7.6 Good 5 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed ![Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10700/10610/323ffd15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed 9.0 Wonderful 10 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10700/10610/b64d3d5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Soundproofed Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed ![Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10700/10610/151e4340.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room, 1 King Bed 9.0 Wonderful 11 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds ![Standard Room, 2 Single Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10700/10610/793ba798.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Single Beds ### Highlights Soundproofed Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony ![Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10700/10610/c25743ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony 9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed ![Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10700/10610/cb9cd1f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed 9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FWindermere-Hotels-Macdonald-Old-England-Hotel-Spa.h10610.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FWindermere-Hotels-Macdonald-Old-England-Hotel-Spa.h10610.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.36382%2C-2.92194&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=gkaNY6JgFgwokJmHo1irJ0XDy5Y=) 23 Church Street, Windermere, England, LA23 3DF #### What's nearby - Lake Windermere \- 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Bowness Pier \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Old Laundry Theatre \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - World of Beatrix Potter \- 4 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories \- 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles #### Getting around - Windermere Station - 6 min drive - Manchester Airport (MAN) - 101 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Lake View Garden - ‬1 min walk - ‪The Old Pump House Coffee Shop - ‬4 min walk - ‪Bowness Tap Rooms - ‬1 min walk - ‪The Albert - ‬2 min walk - ‪Bluebird Cafe - ‬3 min walk ## About this property ### Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa Upscale family-friendly hotel near Lake Windermere A terrace, a garden and an arcade/games room are just a few of the amenities provided at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa. Treat yourself to a body wrap, a manicure/pedicure or a body treatment at the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services. Other perks at this hotel include: - An indoor pool and a children's pool - Full breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and an electric car charging station - Express check-out, smoke-free property and a porter/bellboy - A lift, wedding services and tour/ticket information - Guest reviews give top marks for the pool, helpful staff and location Room features All 106 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property. Other amenities include: - Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries - Flat-screen TVs with digital channels - Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/527800/527758/8badca18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Belsfield Hotel Windermere - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Gym - Breakfast available 8.6 Excellent 1,003 reviews £135 includes taxes & fees 4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-04&endDate=2026-01-05&selected=527758&PinnedHotelID=527758&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![SIGNATURE LAKE FACING (not pet friendly) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/450000/444100/444074/w5250h3497x0y0-21de190c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Ro Hotel Windermere - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Pet-friendly 7.4 Good 637 reviews £147 includes taxes & fees 8 Jan - 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The Inn Collection Group Windermere - Breakfast included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Bar 9.0 Wonderful 227 reviews £105 includes taxes & fees 5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=62596287&PinnedHotelID=62596287&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Secured parking on site (GBP 25 per day) - Limited on-site self parking - Wheelchair-accessible parking available - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Food and drink - Daily full breakfast available 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee: GBP 18 per person - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - Terrace Lounge & Cocktail ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Children's pool - Full-service spa - Health club - Indoor pool - Library - Sauna - Steam room ### Family friendly - Arcade/game room - Children's pool - Indoor pool - Laundry facilities - Snack bar/deli - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Porter/bellhop - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Business services - 4,973 square feet of conference space - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Garden - On a lake - Terrace ### Full-service spa - 6 treatment rooms - Aromatherapy - Body scrubs - Body wraps - Couples treatment rooms - Facials - Manicures/pedicures - Massage - Sauna - Spa open daily - Steam room ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 4 accessible parking spaces - Handrails in hallways (99 centimetre high) - Handrails in stairways (99 centimetre high) - Lift (183 centimetre wide door) - Sign language-capable staff - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible path to lift - Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (99 centimetre high) - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant - Wheelchair-accessible spa ### More - 4 floors - Banquet hall - Georgian architecture - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Free bottled water ### More - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Desk chair - Iron/ironing board - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 18.00 per person - Secured self-parking fee: GBP 25.00 per day - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Hotel Old England Macdonald Hotel Old England Macdonald Old England Macdonald Old England Hotel Macdonald Old Hotel Old England Old England Hotel Old England Macdonald Old England Macdonald Hotel Old Macdonald Hotel Hotel Macdonald Old England Macdonald Old England & Spa Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa Hotel Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa Windermere Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa Hotel Windermere ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa? ### Is Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa? ### What time is check-in at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa? ### What time is check-out at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa? ### Where is Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa Reviews 8.2 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ### 8.4 Staff & service ### 7.4 Eco-friendliness ### 7.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 424 8 - Good 316 6 - Okay 157 4 - Poor 77 2 - Terrible 31 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Narhari 3 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great character property in a great location. ##### Narhari Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### caroline 30 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Easy acess to Bowness, lots of restaurants nearby. ##### caroline Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hilary 17 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had a lovely stay for our 25th Wedding Anniversary, we upgraded our room to Super Deluxe which was very spacious and had a great view of the lake. A card was left in our room wishing us a happy anniversary which was a nice touch. Perfect location, breakfast was good and staff were exceptional. Our room wasn’t ready until 4 which is what the hotel states as check in time, this is a bit later than most hotels but we enjoyed a drink at the bar while we waited. Overall a lovely relaxing stay and we would definitely return. ##### Hilary Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yvonne 3 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service The staff were lovely The public toilets were very smelly. The rooms needed tlc especially bathrooms Horrendously uncomfortable bed and pillows. Strong smell of cleaning fluid ##### Yvonne Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colette 6 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location. Car parking available. Helpful staff.room quiet and good facilities . ##### Colette Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### William 22 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort Good stay, great location. Some areas are a little tired but good stay overall. ##### William Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cerny 26 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort Great last minute stay, lovely breakfast, helpful staff ##### Cerny Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allan 13 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort Very enjoyable stay in a very comfortable room with a spectacular view of the lake, thanks to Sandra on reception being most helpful. All very close to plenty of watering holes and restaurants, made for a great weekend! ##### Allan Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicholas 21 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely spot to stay on lake windermere ##### Nicholas Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Barry 30 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### The Old England hotel, Bowness-on-Windermere The hotel is a lovely hotel in fantastic settings on the edge of Lake Windermere, and the staff were helpful friendly and accommodating. Small gripe is they advertise the hotel as having parking which is always a plus in the Lakes, but they don’t tell you it’s at £25 per night which I thought was a little over priced given what you pay to stay at the hotel. Also be aware of the drinks in the bar as they are well overpriced compared to most places and bars outside the hotel. ##### Barry Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### greg 16 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nice hotel great location. ##### greg Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marcela 9 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Beautiful spot The most wonderful stay, was unaware there was a pre-planned surprise awaiting us to celebrate our engagement. Staff were totally professional and I was none the wiser, room was beautiful as was the view! ##### Marcela Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leanne 31 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Location is fantastic ##### Leanne Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Angela 19 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The room was very tired and in need of a refurbish. The bed pleather was so old and scuffed. No fridge in the room for a hotel of this price. We had an upgrade and the robes were well washed out and greyish. No slippers ! We were told we could walk to the spa but we had to go to reception and ask for slippers. Not enough loungers round the pool. The car park was not on the hotel grounds and £25 a day is so expensive. We wouldn’t return!!! The staff were lovely ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5324e27b-d6df-4d00-b19b-721ef08b3ae1-1760890499297.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Angela Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### James 22 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Staff & service Service is slow, little choice of food. Bur a good breakfast ##### James Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 26 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### Needs an upgrade Hotel needs an upgrade. Very basic amenities, breakfast disappointing. All round just feels like it’s very expensive for what you get. Staff were all really friendly though. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Melanie 28 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Lovely Break We had a very enjoyable stay beds very comfortable, rooms fully equipped pool was beautiful ##### Melanie Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Charles 31 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities We upgraded to get a view of the lake from our room. Nice old hotel! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/f62a82de-1ad1-412c-b740-3cf50b9aaa8f-1748714263909.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/79e1a4c6-a6b7-4379-96ee-a99aa3b46607-1748714263460.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/726dbe6e-9301-480a-8ad6-a43dee72d6cf-1748714263848.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/a2fe9edb-ee0f-40e3-b377-a45d71cdd01d-1748714263750.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Charles Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew 23 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely hotel with lovely helpful staff. ##### Andrew Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Chris 15 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### Superb location The hotel's location is superb - with a great view over Windermere and within walking distance of restaurants, pubs and tings to do. While in need of investment, the room we had was clean and in good condition and the restaurant was too. The swimming pool and leisure facilities were very good. Some staff were excellent and very friendly but a few were less so/ ##### Chris Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Tom 28 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The family room was good and the kids loved the bunk beds. But the room was at the front of the property and so was pretty noisy even on a Sunday. Breakfast in the morning was tasty with a good view over the lake. We didn't park in the hotel car park but on Glebe Road which was a fifth of the price. ##### Tom Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura 22 Apr 2025 Great service great hotel attentive staff helped us with everything we needed. Can’t wait for possibly coming again. ##### Laura Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie 23 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Traditional hotel with beautiful room and great breakfast. Very helpful staff. Highly recommend. ##### Julie Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karolina 1 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Lovely stay . The location is beautiful overlooking the lake. The room was big and nice although quite dark as the window was quite small . Spa good but not much choice only 2 steam rooms and swimming pool. Nice seating on the balcony from spa. Breakfast was good although the portion was quite small . That is my husband opinion 😄. The only thing I didn't like was to pay £25 for parking. I think it is quite a lots a specially that the hotel is not cheap . So when you spend £200 for room you not expecting this . ##### Karolina Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Salman 19 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Excellent Hotel and Excellent Location ##### Salman Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [ORIDA Maidstone Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Maidstone-Hotels-ORIDA-Maidstone-Hotel.h74419166.Hotel-Information) > > [Pine Lake Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carnforth-Hotels-Pine-Lake-Resort.h1928661.Hotel-Information) > > [A beautiful Cabin on the 5 star White Cross Bay in a quiet area of the park -](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-A-Beautiful-Cabin-On-The-5-White-Cross-Bay-Park-In-A-Quiet-Area-Of-The-Park.h33212770.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Cheltenham-Cotswolds](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cheltenham-Hotels-Doubletree-By-Hilton-Cheltenham.h65899.Hotel-Information) > > [ibis budget Manchester Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Ibis-Budget-Manchester-Airport.h75715089.Hotel-Information) > > [Cragwood Country House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-Cragwood-Country-House-Hotel.h15246012.Hotel-Information) > > [Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Cambridge-Belfry.h1103020.Hotel-Information) > > [The Mortal Man Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-The-Mortal-Man-Inn.h1660961.Hotel-Information) > > [Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-Grosvenor-Pulford-Hotel-Spa.h790572.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Windsor Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Egham-Hotels-Fairmont-Windsor-Park.h60335617.Hotel-Information) > > [Last Drop Village Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bolton-Hotels-Last-Drop-Village-Hotel-And-Spa.h9341.Hotel-Information) > > [Cave Hotel & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Faversham-Hotels-Cave-Hotel-Golf-Resort.h33410673.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Hotel Manchester City Centre, A Verified Net Zero Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Manchester-City-Centre.h2601411.Hotel-Information) > > [Ufford Park Woodbridge Hotel, Golf & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Woodbridge-Hotels-Ufford-Park-Woodbridge-Hotel.h12685.Hotel-Information) > > [Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Norwich-Hotels-Dunston-Hall.h519081.Hotel-Information) > > [Oulton Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leeds-Hotels-Oulton-Hall-Hotel.h15948.Hotel-Information) > > [The Park Royal Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Warrington-Hotels-The-Park-Royal.h24462.Hotel-Information) > > [5\* Detached Stone Cottage with a Private Indoor Pool (Not Shared)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashbourne-Hotels-5-Detached-Stone-Cottage-With-A-Private-Indoor-Pool.h31752210.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Manchester-Airport.h26104.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Garden Inn Silverstone](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Towcester-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Silverstone.h48251404.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Bristol-Airport.h16543862.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Tortworth Court](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-De-Vere-Tortworth-Court.h570412.Hotel-Information) > > [Redworth Hall Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newton-Aycliffe-Hotels-Redworth-Hall-Hotel.h517266.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Whitby](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel.h57917040.Hotel-Information) > > [Log Cabin On Shores Of Lake Windermere, Surrounded By Breathtaking Scenery](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-Log-Cabin-On-Shores-Of-Lake-Windermere.h18768244.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hook-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Hampshire.h986107.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbour Hotel Christchurch](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-The-Christchurch-Harbour-Hotel-And-Spa.h18097.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Cotswold Water Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cirencester-Hotels-De-Vere-Cotswold-Water-Park.h1770053.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Wokefield Estate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Reading-Hotels-De-Vere-Wokefield-Estate.h1044123.Hotel-Information) ---