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About the Hotel

Church Street, Bowness-on-Windermere, United Kingdom, LA23 3DF
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Next to Lake Windermere
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Situated only 6 minutes on foot from Lake Windermere, the refined 4-star Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa Bowness-on-Windermere features a sundeck and a shared lounge. The family-friendly hotel is situated on a lake, just near Bowness Bay Marina.

Location

This Bowness-on-Windermere hotel is located in a beautiful area, merely 600 metres from The Wheelhouse. The smoke-free Macdonald Bowness-on-Windermere is a mere 5 minutes on foot from St Martins Church bus stop and fairly close to the St Michael and All Angels Church.

Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Windermere, which is just 450 metres away. The Beatrix Potter Gallery also lies about a 15-minute ride away.

Rooms

Some of the 106 air-conditioned rooms at the accommodation are furnished with a cupboard and a writing table, and appointed with tea and coffee making facilities. Guests can use a separate toilet, along with fluffy bathrobes and a dryer.

Eat & Drink

The à la carte restaurant in Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa offers dishes for breakfast. The terrace bar offers a selection of appetisers and afternoon tea. The bar area includes a terrace and a lounge. Boatman's Cafe and Gift Shop offers British meals and lies 550 m from the hotel.

Leisure & Business

A heated swimming pool and spa therapy are offered at the Macdonald Bowness-on-Windermere for an extra charge. Guests can also benefit from a golf club, along with a full spa provided at the property. There is a fully equipped gym room on site. A steam room and a sauna are provided to ensure utmost relaxation.

Must-do experiences

  • Stroll along Bowness Pier and catch a ferry to Ambleside.
  • Savor the famous Grasmere Gingerbread at Sarah Nelson's shop.
  • Visit the quirky Windermere Jetty Museum for boating history.
  • Explore the scenic trails around Orrest Head for stunning views.
  • Enjoy afternoon tea at the hotel with local Cumbrian specialties.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Deluxe Family Room
2 persons
230 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Deluxe Double Room
2 persons
230 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Deluxe Twin Room
2 persons
230 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Deluxe Balcony Room
2 persons
230 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

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

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • 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
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Location

Church Street, Bowness-on-Windermere, United Kingdom, LA23 3DF
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Church Street, Bowness-on-Windermere, United Kingdom, LA23 3DF
Nearby
Park
The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction
900 ft
Windermere Marina Village Ferry Nab
Lake Windermere
1400 ft
Church
St Martin's Church
300 ft
The Fun Factory Glebe Road
The Fun Factory Bowness
1700 ft
Store
Love the Lakes
600 ft
Station Road
St Michael and All Angels Church
700 ft
Bowness Bay
800 ft
Theatre
The Old Laundry Theatre
800 ft
Square
The Glebe
1500 ft
Restaurants
Village Inn Bar & Grill
300 ft
Lake Road
Jackson's Bistro
500 ft
West End
Terrace Coffee Lounge & Cocktail Bar at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa
300 ft
23 Church Street
Bodega Tapas Bar
400 ft
Ash Street
Caffe Riva
400 ft
St. Martins Square
The China Boat
300 ft
Church St
Villa Positano
600 ft
Villa Positano Ash Street
Hyltons
500 ft
Ash Street
Lake View Garden Bar
300 ft
Saint Andrews
The Albert
600 ft
Queens Square
Getting around
City Centre
Bowness-on-Windermere3 min  ·  700 ft
Airports
Carlisle Lake District Airport (CAX)124 min  ·  51.2 mi
Blackpool International Airport (BLK)150 min  ·  62.2 mi
Bus
Bus stop27 min  ·  1.4 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-23:59
Check-out
from 07:00-11:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site at GBP 25 per day.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
At the hotel Macdonald Old England & Spa guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Spanish, Italian, Czech, Hungarian, Chinese, Polish, Arabic, Slovak
Year renovated:
2007
Number of floors:
4
Number of rooms:
106
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