Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa  

Perched on the shores of Lake Windermere, this landmark lakefront hotel is steps from Bowness Pier and a short walk to the Old Laundry Theatre and the Windermere Jetty Museum. Family-friendly and ideal for countryside retreats, weddings and exploring England’s Lake District.

A Georgian landmark that marries traditional style with state-of-the-art comforts. Around 106 guestrooms include some with lake-view balconies and accessible options; rooms offer flat-screen TVs, safes, desks, baths or showers, plus bathrobes and slippers. The hotel also features a private jetty and lakeside moorings and operates cashless for guest payments.

A popular spa and wellness centre offers massages, body treatments, sauna and steam rooms alongside a heated indoor pool and a modern gym/health club. On-site highlights include lakeside moorings, concierge service, valet and parking, laundry/dry cleaning, a library, arcade and children’s playrooms. Complimentary Wi‑Fi lets you wake up to lake-breeze mornings and stay connected.

Nearly 4,973 sq ft of flexible meeting and conference space with on-site function rooms, 24-hour reception and high-speed Wi‑Fi — well suited to corporate events and wedding celebrations.

Garden- and lake-view dining at the hotel restaurant serving British cuisine, plus a bar/lounge and 24-hour room service. Full breakfasts are available daily (fee applies) — sip a cocktail with lake views as the sun sets.