Title: Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=565696&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester A countryside retreat where travelers can enjoy British hospitality with modern amenities, from delicious meals to steam room relaxation at their own pace ## Photo gallery for Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester ![Couples treatment room(s), sauna, body treatments, aromatherapy - Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester (Ellesmere Port)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565700/565696/d7c7424e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/5CE9271FE4B2397E89B94FCEB9271216/bf49e1b3-ded1-4348-b072-27883e287fd1-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1280) ![Exterior - Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester (Ellesmere Port)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565700/565696/140b428c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Couples treatment room(s), sauna, body treatments, aromatherapy - 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195 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King) ![Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565700/565696/48c36f88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King) 8.8 Excellent 18 reviews ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available HDTV Hypo-allergenic bedding Premium bedding Down duvet Blackout curtains Private bathroom - 195 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Super Deluxe King) ![Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565700/565696/6c060fa3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Super Deluxe King) 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available HDTV Hypo-allergenic bedding Premium bedding Down duvet Blackout curtains Private bathroom - 195 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Single Bed (Standard Single) ![Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565700/565696/6c060fa3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 Single Bed (Standard Single) ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available HDTV Hypo-allergenic bedding Premium bedding Down duvet Blackout curtains Private bathroom - 195 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Double Family 3) ![Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565700/565696/6897109d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Double Family 3) 8.0 Very good 5 reviews ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available HDTV Hypo-allergenic bedding Premium bedding Down duvet Blackout curtains Private bathroom - 195 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible (Accessible Twin) ![Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565700/565696/807092f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible (Accessible Twin) ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available HDTV Hypo-allergenic bedding Premium bedding Down duvet Blackout curtains Private bathroom - 195 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Double) ![Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565700/565696/6c060fa3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Double) 7.2 Good 7 reviews ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available HDTV Hypo-allergenic bedding Premium bedding Down duvet Blackout curtains Private bathroom - 195 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Double) ![Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565700/565696/6c060fa3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Double) 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available HDTV Hypo-allergenic bedding Premium bedding Down duvet Blackout curtains Private bathroom - 195 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Suite) ![Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565700/565696/740833c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Suite, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Suite) ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available HDTV Hypo-allergenic bedding Premium bedding Down duvet Blackout curtains Private bathroom - 195 sq ft - 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. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEllesmere-Port-Hotels-Macdonald-Craxton-Wood-Hotel-Spa.h565696.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEllesmere-Port-Hotels-Macdonald-Craxton-Wood-Hotel-Spa.h565696.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Ellesmere Port, Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester is in the historical district. The Beatles Story Museum and Cavern Club are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet and Liverpool ONE. Check out an event or a game at M&S Bank Arena, and consider making time for Chester Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. [Visit our Ellesmere Port travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ellesmere-Port.dx55302) ![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%7C53.26237%2C-2.98468&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=OQ8j7Lzxbr_YXd-dIj9QqXY0tIY=) Parkgate Road, Ledsham, Nr Chester, Ellesmere Port, England, CH66 9PB ### What's nearby - ![Chester Zoo showing railway items and zoo animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087861/6b9f6bf1-f81c-4f1a-9c68-2075bd3f4820.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Chester Zoo 9 min drive \- 7.1 miles - ![Chester City Walls showing heritage elements and château or palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087877/0c363f73-6ea3-4704-94d7-3795d5cf7d87.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Chester City Walls 12 min drive \- 7.5 miles - ![Chester Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, a garden and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087847/4b7a23d2-8a04-467a-a5c8-a35f65583603.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Chester Cathedral 13 min drive \- 7.7 miles - ![Chester Racecourse which includes a sporting event as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087851/4b5f4086-fa16-456b-aba5-fb02302d79ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Chester Racecourse 14 min drive \- 7.9 miles - Burton Mere Wetlands 2 min drive \- 1.3 miles ### Getting around - Little Sutton Station 5 min drive - Manchester Airport (MAN) 45 min drive ### Restaurants - The Crafty Tavern Limited 5 min drive - Starbucks 4 min drive - Purple Olive 5 min drive - The Cheshire Yeoman 3 min drive - Old Wirral Hundred 6 min drive ## About this property ### Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester Upscale hotel near Chester Zoo At Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester, you can look forward to a terrace, mini golf and a coffee shop/cafe. Treat yourself to a facial, a body wrap or aromatherapy at the on-site spa. The on-site British cuisine restaurant, Craxton Wood Grill, offers breakfast and dinner. Fitness classes and yoga classes are offered at the health club; Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester also has a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. In addition to a business centre and a steam room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - An indoor pool - Free self-parking - Full breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and a banquet hall - A TV in reception, wedding services and bike parking - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff Room features All 72 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Other amenities include: - Hypo-allergenic bedding and down duvets - Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries - HDTVs with digital channels - Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping ### Awards and affiliations Eco-certified property This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy. ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1490000/1480800/1480761/450fe6c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Inglewood Manor Ellesmere Port - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 9.0 Wonderful 639 reviews £65 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=1480761&PinnedHotelID=1480761&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3930000/3924700/3924673/dc30090a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Super 8 by Wyndham Chester East Chester - 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Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 24 per person - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - Craxton Wood Grill - The Cocktail Bar & Lounge ### Things to do - Fitness classes - Full-service spa - Health club - Indoor pool - Mini golf - Pilates classes - Sauna - Steam room - TV in common areas - Yoga classes ### Family friendly - Indoor pool - Laundry facilities - Mini golf - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Business services - Business centre - Conference space - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ### Full-service spa - 6 treatment rooms - Aromatherapy - Body scrubs - Body wraps - Couples treatment rooms - Facials - Manicures/pedicures - Sauna - Spa open daily ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - 1 building - 2 floors - Banquet hall - Built in 1999 - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Down comforter - Hypo-allergenic bedding - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Limited room service ### More - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Heating - Iron/ironing board - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per day Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Pets cannot be left unattended Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 24 per person - Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per day - Service animals are exempt from fees 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 Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property Children are allowed in the pool 9-11 AM and 3-6 PM. 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 This property does not have any lifts 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 ### Property is also known as Craxton Craxton Wood Macdonald Craxton Macdonald Craxton Wood Macdonald Craxton Wood Ellesmere Port Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel Ellesmere Port Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel Spa Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester Hotel Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester Ellesmere Port ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester? ### Is Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester? ### What time is check-in at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester? ### What time is check-out at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester? ### Where is Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester Reviews 7.8 ### 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) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 8.4 Location ### 8.2 Staff & service ### 7.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 311 8 - Good 331 6 - Okay 172 4 - Poor 93 2 - Terrible 39 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian 21 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Another great stay, wonderful breakfast and staff ##### Ian Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ian 10 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Fantastic breakfast. Great Service. ##### ian Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon 17 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Lovely stay here, quiet location, excellent facilities ##### Sharon Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gareth 18 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Great hotel booked at short notice ! Lovely location, nice and quiet and good food / breakfast, all the staff were really friendly and couldn’t do enough for me! The hotel itself could do with an upgrade as it doesn’t do the location and staff justice! That said don’t let my comment put you off I will definitely stay here again when working in the area ##### Gareth Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne 11 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful grounds. Swimming pool Water jug and glasses in room. Nice breakfast Nice pillows, bed a little firm for my liking but you will never please everyone with beds ##### Anne Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alan 27 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We have stayed here before and find it very comfortable and convenient. ##### Alan Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Mairwen 25 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Lovely attentive staff. Good food. The property is very tired. ##### Mairwen Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alex 5 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Family friendly hotel Lovely hotel, hidden gem with good sized pool. Good food and drinks and room were a good size. Staff all friendly and helpful ##### Alex Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Ian 15 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice tranquil modern hotel Lovely hotel in the middle of the countryside, very tranquil, nice modern clean room, quiet at night. Enjoyed the leisure centre, good facilities apart from lack of hot tub. ##### Ian Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### John 25 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Getting a bit dated We had a nice stay, hotel was clean and we had good service. Hotel rooms are a bit dated now. Cooked breakfast food was overdone. Spa was nice, wife had a good massage, we were disappointed there was no jacuzzi. Overall needs a little TLC. ##### John Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### wayne 4 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Have stayed here twice now when attending meetings in our office in Shotton. The grounds a nice and the rooms large and there is free access to the pool and gym on site. ##### wayne Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### COLIN 23 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort couple of Problems with the room that could be improved very few plug sockets and in poor locations sink very slow to drain - probably beginning to block up Elizabeth at breakfast stood out as an excellent example of customer service and a bright lovely welcome in the mornings, she should be rewarded for such good service levels ##### COLIN Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James 8 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Very good Very good stay, clean and has a pool ##### James Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ian 1 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great value, outstanding breakfast Great stay over two nights . Food fresh , well cooked . Breakfast is always amazing as freshly cooked for you . Good continental aswell. ##### ian Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pauline 7 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely location Lovely comfy beds and great food ##### Pauline Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 30 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Worth a stay Hotel was great, breakfast was good quality and the gym facilities were good for what is needed when staying away, I will be staying again. Only downside was no AC in the rooms ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4edb7d60-c9da-44a3-99ee-792f3238a9eb-1746037269048.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/586ca1dd-c07c-4935-a1db-45c614d3e5c6-1746037266880.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/dd4f4832-20ec-4aba-a18c-a0bf942e2404-1746037267951.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sudhakar 19 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Must stay, great price and great offerings Great Place to stay, use of spa facilities included in the price. ##### Sudhakar Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kirti 28 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### lovely stay as a group of 16 this was a wonderful saty. We were a family of 16\. Occupying 5 rooms. Service was great. Staff were great. Pool steam and sauana super clean. Hotel rooms a little dated but did the job. We had a blast ##### Kirti Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caroline 29 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities liked the spa and large room ##### Caroline Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stuart 1 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely getaway: nice relaxing swim and steam room, wonderfully comfortable rooms and a delicious breakfast ##### Stuart Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Craig 24 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Lovely hotel Friendly, helpful staff, clean hotel ##### Craig Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian 15 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Another great stay , breakfast always freshly served. ##### Ian Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ian 21 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfect Stay Great food , freshly cooked breakfast. ##### ian Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Joanna 8 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Great location with beautiful peaceful grounds to enjoy. Room comfortable and clean but really outdated and needing some retouches. Staff friendly. Dining experience average. ##### Joanna Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Peter 23 Jan 2025 Liked: Staff & service Great staff really helpful ##### Peter Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Splash Landings Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stoke-On-Trent-Hotels-Splash-Landings-Hotel.h1160988.Hotel-Information) > > [Felbridge Gatwick Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/East-Grinstead-Hotels-Elite-Venue-Selection-Felbridge-Gatwick.h16173617.Hotel-Information) > > [Bredbury Hall by Accor](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stockport-Hotels-Bredbury-Hall.h64706.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) > > [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) > > [Britannia Hotel Manchester Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Britannia-Hotel-Manchester-Airport.h2144.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) > > [Saltmoore](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hotels-Raithwaite-Sandsend.h4276816.Hotel-Information) > > [Wychnor Park Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burton-On-Trent-Hotels-Wychnor-Park-Country-Club.h1927715.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) > > [Pine Lake Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carnforth-Hotels-Pine-Lake-Resort.h1928661.Hotel-Information) > > [The Bowman by Greene King Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nottingham-Hotels-The-Bowman.h46162199.Hotel-Information) > > [Cave Hotel & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Faversham-Hotels-Cave-Hotel-Golf-Resort.h33410673.Hotel-Information) > > [Forest Pines Spa & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brigg-Hotels-Forest-Pines-Spa-Golf-Resort.h461512.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Tortworth Court](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-De-Vere-Tortworth-Court.h570412.Hotel-Information) > > [The New French Partridge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Northampton-Hotels-The-New-French-Partridge.h2288818.Hotel-Information) > > [The Derwent Manor Boutique Hotel ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Consett-Hotels-The-Derwent-Manor-Boutique-Hotel.h9535.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) > > [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) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Stoke on Trent](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stoke-On-Trent-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Stoke-On-Trent.h6788.Hotel-Information) > > [Makeney Hall Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Belper-Hotels-Makeney-Hall-Hotel.h1206529.Hotel-Information) ---