Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa, Bowness-on-Windermere
About the Hotel
Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa, a 4-star spa hotel, is situated on the shores of Lake Windermere, providing scenic views and elegant accommodations. The hotel features a luxurious spa, an impressive restaurant, and ample outdoor space for guests to explore.
Rooms & Amenities
The Old England Hotel & Spa offers 106
Dining Options
The hotel features the Lakeview Restaurant, known for its
Leisure & Wellness
Old England Hotel & Spa includes a spa with a thermal suite and offers a range of
Location & Local Area
This Bowness-on-Windermere hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of the vibrant town, with attractions such as the
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Paid 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
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel has stunning views of the lake, which definitely added to our overall experience. The staff was friendly and attentive, making us feel welcomed. However, the dining options were rather disappointing as the food didn’t meet our expectations and felt overpriced. The overall ambiance of the hotel left something to be desired, particularly regarding the outdated decor and occasional maintenance issues.
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The views of Lake Windermere were stunning, and the staff provided friendly service, but the room I stayed in lacked basic amenities and the dining experience left a lot to be desired. While I enjoyed aspects of my stay, I wouldn't call it overall worth the price I paid.
My experience at the hotel was quite mixed. While the location was excellent with stunning views of Lake Windermere, the overall value felt lacking. I was disappointed with the room accommodations and the dining experience, as both did not meet the expectations set by the hotel's luxurious reputation. However, the attentive staff made the stay more bearable, and they genuinely seemed to care about guest satisfaction.
The hotel provides stunning lake views and has an overall clean and inviting atmosphere. However, there were some inconsistencies with the service and dining, which could use improvement. While the spa treatments were enjoyable, some aspects of the hotel could feel outdated, affecting the overall quality of the stay.
