Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa, Bowness-on-Windermere
Overview
Situated just 0.9 km from Braithwaite Fold Camping and Caravanning Club Site, the refined 4-star Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa Bowness-on-Windermere features Wi-Fi throughout the property, and private car parking on site. Perfectly located in a beautiful area in close proximity to Lake Windermere, the family-friendly hotel has 106 rooms.
Location
This Bowness-on-Windermere hotel benefits from a stunning setting around 300 metres from The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction. The smoke-free Macdonald Bowness-on-Windermere is situated on a lake, and approximately a 10-minute drive from National Trust Hill Top Museum.
Visit Windermere, 450m from the accommodation, and feel complete harmony with the nature of United Kingdom. You can easily find Orrest Head about a 15-minute ride from Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa.
The hotel is also situated just steps from St Martins Church bus stop.
Rooms
Some of the soundproofed rooms have a balcony and a seating area, and such facilities as free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with a Nespresso machine. They are fitted with bunk beds, lockers. Offering amenities such as dryers and bath sheets, the bathrooms also have a bathtub and a walk-in shower. You can enjoy views of the lake.
Eat & Drink
The à la carte restaurant in this Bowness-on-Windermere property offers dishes for breakfast. The lounge bar of the hotel serves snacks and afternoon tea. The bar area includes a terrace and a lounge. You can get a gastronomic experience at Boatman's Cafe and Gift Shop which offers British cuisine 550m from this Bowness-on-Windermere hotel.
Leisure & Business
Guests can request a gym and a heated swimming pool at extra charge. The Macdonald Bowness-on-Windermere includes a sauna and a shared lounge. There is a fully equipped gym on site.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's buffet
- Board games
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
Room features
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Separate tub and shower
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Recommended for:
Gin tastingThe hotel offers a bespoke gin-tasting experience, featuring locally sourced gins from the Lake District, including a tour of the gin-making process and a tasting session with an expert mixologist.
Yoga classesThe hotel's wellness center offers daily yoga classes led by experienced instructors, including outdoor sessions on the hotel's lakeside lawn.
Private boat hireGuests can explore the beauty of Lake Windermere with a private boat hire from the hotel's private dock, with options ranging from a romantic rowboat to a luxurious motorboat.
Star-gazing experienceThe hotel offers a unique star-gazing experience with an on-site astronomer, complete with a telescope and a guided tour of the night sky.
Cumbrian whiskey tastingGuests can savor the flavors of locally distilled whiskey from the nearby Lakes Distillery, including a tour of the distillery and a tasting session with an expert whiskey connoisseur.
Helicopter toursFor an unforgettable aerial view of the Lake District, the hotel offers private helicopter tours, with options ranging from a quick flyover to a customized tour.
- Champagne sunset cruise
- Clay pigeon shooting
- Garden tour
- Wine tasting
- Painting workshop
- Segway tours
- Cooking classes
Location
*Situated in the charming village of Bowness-on-Windermere, the hotel is close to Lake Windermere, the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, and Windermere Jetty Museum. *The area offers access to cultural attractions like Blackwell Arts & Crafts House, animated dining and shopping options along Crag Brow, and outdoor activities on Lake Windermere. *Bowness Bay, Brant Fell, and Orrest Head are popular spots for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers seeking scenic walks and picturesque views.
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