Title: Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&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/c9890b1c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property) - Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa (Windermere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10700/10610/db9b44fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa (Windermere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10700/10610/138897e7.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) ![Breakfast, dinner served; British cuisine, garden views - Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa (Windermere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10700/10610/51ff27a9.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 - Free Wi-Fi £159 includes taxes & fees 27 Jan - 28 Jan ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=10610&PinnedHotelID=10610&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=10610&PinnedHotelID=10610&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-24&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=10610&PinnedHotelID=10610&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-24&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=10610&PinnedHotelID=10610&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=10610&PinnedHotelID=10610&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=10610&PinnedHotelID=10610&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=10610&PinnedHotelID=10610&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=10610&PinnedHotelID=10610&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options 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 Blackout curtains Premium bedding Hairdryer Private bathroom Free bottled water - 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 Blackout curtains Premium bedding Hairdryer Private bathroom Free bottled water - 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 Blackout curtains Premium bedding Hairdryer Private bathroom Free bottled water - 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 Blackout curtains Premium bedding Hairdryer Private bathroom Free bottled water - 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 Blackout curtains Premium bedding Hairdryer Private bathroom Free bottled water - 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 Blackout curtains Premium bedding Hairdryer Private bathroom Free bottled water - 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 Blackout curtains Premium bedding Hairdryer Private bathroom Free bottled water - 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 Blackout curtains Premium bedding Hairdryer Private bathroom Free bottled water - 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 Blackout curtains Premium bedding Hairdryer Private bathroom Free bottled water - 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 Blackout curtains Premium bedding Hairdryer Private bathroom Free bottled water - 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 Blackout curtains Premium bedding Hairdryer Private bathroom Free bottled water - 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 Blackout curtains Premium bedding Hairdryer Private bathroom Free bottled water - 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/ad2bf542.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed 8.6 Excellent 10 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Premium bedding Hairdryer Private bathroom Free bottled water - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed ![Standard Room, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10700/10610/f34f243d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 Double Bed 8.4 Very good 11 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Premium bedding Hairdryer Private bathroom Free bottled water - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Windermere travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere.dx5478) ![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 - ![Autumn at Lake Windermere, Cumbria, UK. A beautiful sunny day in the English Lake District., Shutterstock ID 713135047, Purchase Order: SP-1896 , Order Number: SP-1896 Go Guides, Client/Licensee: Hot](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563222832/6c0c8576-0ab9-44a4-a3ef-e306bc5dc5ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Windermere 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![World of Beatrix Potter showing bird life](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087973/94e2d954-d771-492d-9fff-522e835f58d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) World of Beatrix Potter 4 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Bowness Pier 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Old Laundry Theatre 3 min walk \- 0.2 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 - Costa Coffee 2 min walk - The Village Inn Bar & Grill 2 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 aromatherapy, a body treatment or a facial 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 lift - Luggage storage, a porter/bellboy and massage treatment rooms - 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 ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/527800/527758/b1b06ce8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Belsfield Hotel Windermere - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Parking available 8.6 Excellent 1,006 reviews £115 includes taxes & fees 2 Feb - 3 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03&selected=527758&PinnedHotelID=527758&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine, garden views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/450000/444100/444074/1acc5f77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Ro Hotel Windermere - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Pet-friendly 7.4 Good 640 reviews £164 includes taxes & fees 25 Jan - 26 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-25&endDate=2026-01-26&selected=444074&PinnedHotelID=444074&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/901100/901040/e570e42a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakes Hotel and Spa Windermere - 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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) ### 8.6 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ### 8.2 Staff & service ### 7.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 421 8 - Good 314 6 - Okay 158 4 - Poor 77 2 - Terrible 32 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### STEVEN 20 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location on the lake ##### STEVEN Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Magdalena 12 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Overall no complain! The hotel was clean and staff friendly. we enjoyed our stay. ##### Magdalena Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 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 ### 8/10 Good #### Tony 18 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Will start with the negatives first. 1\. Parking after I booked was £25 per night which you don't have to go with, opted for parking in Glebe Road for £21.60 for 3 days which is a 5 minute walk from the hotel, all amenities are within a 5 minute walk from the hotel so no need to drive anywhere. 2\. Breakfast was nice but most of the options on the menu are with a £5 supplement added on top if you've already paid for B&B. 3\. Spa facilities are not what you would expect for the price, consists of a swimming pool and a place to receive treatments nothing more, little disappointing if I'm honest. These are the only 3 negatives. Hotel very clean and the room we booked was very nice, staff were really friendly. We didn't have food in the hotel apart from breakfast so can not comment on this or drinks as we enjoyed the restaurants and bars within walking distance from the hotel, atmosphere around the area was brilliant. Already looking at booking our next stay and wouldn't hesitate staying at the Macdonald Old England again apart from the first three negatives hotel was really nice. Was a bit sceptical after reading some reviews but our experience was brilliant. ##### Tony Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026 ### 8/10 Good #### Ralph 17 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort Old style hotel in need of some upgrade but very large room and king bed. Room cleaned daily to a high standard. Good spa facilities but pool was cold due to maintenance issue. Ideally located for shops pubs etc. Only down side £25 per day car parking charge, but not a lot of alternative parking available. ##### Ralph Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Mark 24 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort Disliked: Staff & service Lovely and helpful customer facing staff. Breakfast service very slow. Pool was freezing. Car parking provided by hotel at a charge (£25/day), and offsite. We stayed 15 years ago and had left with a much better impression then. We wouldn’t look to return after this visit. ##### Mark Stayed 3 nights in Oct 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 #### 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 ### 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 #### 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 #### 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 #### 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 #### 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 #### Leanne 31 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Location is fantastic ##### Leanne Stayed 1 night in Mar 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 ### 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 #### 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 ### 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 #### 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 ### 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 #### 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 ### 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 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The New French Partridge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Northampton-Hotels-The-New-French-Partridge.h2288818.Hotel-Information) > > [Fisherman's Cot, Tiverton by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tiverton-Hotels-Fishermans-Cot.h11900175.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Warwick](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Warwick-Hotels-M40-J15-Warwick-Hotel.h10444.Hotel-Information) > > [Cave Hotel & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Faversham-Hotels-Cave-Hotel-Golf-Resort.h33410673.Hotel-Information) > > [Wychnor Park Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burton-On-Trent-Hotels-Wychnor-Park-Country-Club.h1927715.Hotel-Information) > > [Ox Hotel Manchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Milton-Manchester-Hotel.h18787802.Hotel-Information) > > [Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Cambridge-Belfry.h1103020.Hotel-Information) > > [Wheatsheaf, Baslow by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bakewell-Hotels-Wheatsheaf.h12323109.Hotel-Information) > > [Splash Landings Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stoke-On-Trent-Hotels-Splash-Landings-Hotel.h1160988.Hotel-Information) > > [Pine Lake Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carnforth-Hotels-Pine-Lake-Resort.h1928661.Hotel-Information) > > [Northlands Farm & Lakes](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chichester-Hotels-Northlands-Farm-Lakes-Premium-Chalet-1.h37797465.Hotel-Information) > > [Urban Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bournemouth-Hotels-Urban-Beach-Hotel.h2814369.Hotel-Information) > > [The Brown Horse Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-The-Brown-Horse-Inn.h16427616.Hotel-Information) > > [Caverswall Castle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stoke-On-Trent-Hotels-Caverswall-Castle.h23959535.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury caravan at Butlins Skegness](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skegness-Hotels-Luxury-Caravan-At-Butlins-Skegness.h36376338.Hotel-Information) > > [Cheltenham Chase Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cheltenham-Hotels-Delta-By-Marriott-Cheltenham-Chase-Hotel.h9657.Hotel-Information) > > [Etrop Grange Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Etrop-Grange.h49116.Hotel-Information) > > [Lakeside Lodge with 6 berth hot tub and private fishing peg](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lincoln-Hotels-Delightful-Lakeside-Lodge-With-Hot-Tub-Private-Fishing-Peg-With-Stunning-View.h27123912.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Manchester-Airport.h26104.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Hotels-Delta-Hotels-By-Marriott-Colchester.h14251.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Stoke on Trent](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stoke-On-Trent-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Stoke-On-Trent.h6788.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Tortworth Court](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-De-Vere-Tortworth-Court.h570412.Hotel-Information) > > [Cherry Park Hall](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Worksop-Hotels-Cherry-Park-Hall.h15952872.Hotel-Information) > > [The Derwent Manor Boutique Hotel ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Consett-Hotels-The-Derwent-Manor-Boutique-Hotel.h9535.Hotel-Information) > > [Bredbury Hall by Accor](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stockport-Hotels-Bredbury-Hall.h64706.Hotel-Information) > > [Saltmoore](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hotels-Raithwaite-Sandsend.h4276816.Hotel-Information) > > [Stunning Lodge set in relaxing surrounding, sleeps 6/8, 3 en-suites, free WIFI](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-Stunning-Lodge-Set-In-Relaxing-Surrounding.h19415959.Hotel-Information) > > [Cragwood Country House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-Cragwood-Country-House-Hotel.h15246012.Hotel-Information) > > [Makeney Hall Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Belper-Hotels-Makeney-Hall-Hotel.h1206529.Hotel-Information) ---